Andrew Ewert Posted September 24, 2019 Share Posted September 24, 2019 Don't want to name names in case it's not supposed to be public knowledge, but I spoke to someone who knows the owner and they confirmed Willow's BBQ will indeed be part (but not all) of what's going up on this lot. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Ewert Posted September 24, 2019 Share Posted September 24, 2019 I don't know more than I posted - supposedly this person heard directly from the owner of Willow's that they'll be going in over there. It's interesting Raus lists a different name. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Ewert Posted September 24, 2019 Share Posted September 24, 2019 Aha, I bet both things are correct. Looks like it might not be "Willow's" but J&M may be the name of this new project: 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Ewert Posted September 24, 2019 Share Posted September 24, 2019 Thanks! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thedistrict84 Posted September 25, 2019 Share Posted September 25, 2019 I’m anxious to see the site plan on this development. Given that the vast majority of Raus Construction’s portfolio on its website looks to be soul-crushing suburban-style developments, I’m not holding out much hope for something pedestrian-friendly that helps promote walkability in the area. I guess we will see. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sanjorade Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 (edited) 9 hours ago, thedistrict84 said: I’m anxious to see the site plan on this development. Given that the vast majority of Raus Construction’s portfolio on its website looks to be soul-crushing suburban-style developments, I’m not holding out much hope for something pedestrian-friendly that helps promote walkability in the area. I guess we will see. who needs walkability when you can have 40k sq ft of parking? 😀 Edited September 26, 2019 by Sanjorade 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HtownWxBoy Posted September 27, 2019 Share Posted September 27, 2019 On 9/24/2019 at 3:53 PM, CrockpotandGravel said: https://www.facebook.com/RausConstruction/posts/2640631275955687 New renderings are up on their facebook page... actually looks like a nice place. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thedistrict84 Posted September 27, 2019 Share Posted September 27, 2019 26 minutes ago, HtownWxBoy said: New renderings are up on their facebook page... actually looks like a nice place. Thanks for pointing us to those new renderings. Architecturally it’s better than expected, and from what I can tell it will front Hutchins and Leeland with no parking on those sides, which should help promote pedestrian traffic on this streets. Not bad (aside from the sea of parking, but that was probably inevitable). 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HtownWxBoy Posted September 27, 2019 Share Posted September 27, 2019 17 minutes ago, thedistrict84 said: Thanks for pointing us to those new renderings. Architecturally it’s better than expected, and from what I can tell it will front Hutchins and Leeland with no parking on those sides, which should help promote pedestrian traffic on this streets. Not bad (aside from the sea of parking, but that was probably inevitable). Agree. The parking was inevitable but I am really digging the actual look of the place. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sanjorade Posted September 27, 2019 Share Posted September 27, 2019 This will be a great addition to this part of EaDo. Bridging the gap between north and south EaDo on hutchins and st E should help make the neighborhood more cohesive. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_cuevas713 Posted September 28, 2019 Share Posted September 28, 2019 (edited) Looks like this side of town is getting more established businesses. Edited September 29, 2019 by j_cuevas713 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EaDolivin Posted October 9, 2019 Share Posted October 9, 2019 Here's the rendering for anyone who doesn't feel like clicking the fb link. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hindesky Posted October 19, 2019 Share Posted October 19, 2019 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrockpotandGravel Posted October 22, 2019 Share Posted October 22, 2019 Originally posted September 12, 2019 in this thread before all of my content were removed from the entire forum earlier this month. Reposting this throws off the flow of the thread (i.e. out of order), still, it may be helpful for visitors to see what was previously discussed or shared before. On 8/25/2019 at 9:45 AM, HoustonMidtown said: There is a portion of the block fenced in (the wood fence in the picture) that looks like it isn't part of the construction. The current construction looks like 2 different things going on - one section has the sand foundation and the other looks like it could be a driveway for townhomes? Someone on NextDoor said it was going to be a BBQ restaurant Untitled by Houston Midtown, on Flickr https://www.houstonarchitecture.com/haif/topic/38007-leeland-place/?do=findComment&comment=599589 On 9/10/2019 at 8:09 PM, HtownWxBoy said: I have a friend who lives across the street and he spoke with one of the workers who confirmed it's going to be a BBQ restaurant. https://www.houstonarchitecture.com/haif/topic/38007-leeland-place/?do=findComment&comment=600788 Maybe the barbecue restaurant replacing the proposed townhomes site at 2201 Leeland St is Willow's Texas BBQ? Willow's Texas BBQ was a pop-up restaurant, then a food truck. Pitmaster Willow Villarreal stopped food truck operations recently. He also put up his truck for sale not long ago in preparation to open a barbecue restaurant somewhere in East Downtown ( EaDo ) or the Second Ward or Greater East End. My guess, he's opening here. I'm not 100% certain. There's also this from Construction Market Data: Grumpy Jack's Restaurant / Houston (linked to Toomey-Guesman Family LTD) PROJECT OVERVIEW Last Updated: 2019-8-14 Stage: Design Development Estimated Value: $1,000,000 (Staff Estimate Value) PROJECT LOCATION State: Texas County: Harris County City: Houston Address: 2201 Leeland St PROJECT TYPE Building Category: Restaurants Work Type: New 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrockpotandGravel Posted October 22, 2019 Share Posted October 22, 2019 Originally posted September 12, 2019 in this thread before all of my content were removed from the entire forum earlier this month. Reposting this throws off the flow of the thread (i.e. out of order), still, it may be helpful for visitors to see what was previously discussed or shared before. On 9/24/2019 at 10:35 AM, Andrew Ewert said: Don't want to name names in case it's not supposed to be public knowledge, but I spoke to someone who knows the owner and they confirmed Willow's BBQ will indeed be part (but not all) of what's going up on this lot. https://www.houstonarchitecture.com/haif/topic/38007-2201-leeland-st/?do=findComment&comment=601758 Are you sure Willow's Texas BBQ is part of this development at 2201 Leeland? Raus Construction's Facebook has a different name: J&M BBQ & Steakhousehttps://www.facebook.com/RausConstruction/photos/a.1056469671038530/2679174128768068/ There's also this:So excited to break ground on a new 8,200 SF gourmet BBQ and steakhouse near BBVA Compass Stadium!https://www.facebook.com/RausConstruction/posts/2640631275955687 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrockpotandGravel Posted October 22, 2019 Share Posted October 22, 2019 Originally posted September 12, 2019 in this thread before all of my content were removed from the entire forum earlier this month. Reposting this throws off the flow of the thread (i.e. out of order), still, it may be helpful for visitors to see what was previously discussed or shared before. On 9/24/2019 at 11:35 AM, Andrew Ewert said: I don't know more than I posted - supposedly this person heard directly from the owner of Willow's that they'll be going in over there. It's interesting Raus lists a different name. It's all good. I speculated Willow's Texas BBQ a few weeks ago. Now, I'm not sure. A hired construction company would know the name of the business or businesses they're building, yes? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrockpotandGravel Posted October 22, 2019 Share Posted October 22, 2019 Originally posted September 24, 2019 in this thread before all of my content were removed from the entire forum earlier this month. Reposting this throws off the flow of the thread (i.e. out of order), still, it may be helpful for visitors to see what was previously discussed or shared before. On 9/24/2019 at 11:45 AM, Andrew Ewert said: Aha, I bet both things are correct. Looks like it might not be "Willow's" but J&M may be the name of this new project: @Andrew Ewert oh. This makes sense. Thanks! Welcome to HAIF! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrockpotandGravel Posted October 22, 2019 Share Posted October 22, 2019 (edited) Originally posted September 27, 2019 in this thread before all of my content were removed from the entire forum earlier this month. Reposting this throws off the flow of the thread (i.e. out of order), still, it may be helpful for visitors to see what was previously discussed or shared before. On 9/27/2019 at 7:16 AM, HtownWxBoy said: New renderings are up on their facebook page... actually looks like a nice place. These renderings of this ground up restaurant we are building on Leeland downtown are way cool! Fun to see in 3-D rather than just plan view and elevations. Can't wait to see the end product!!!https://www.facebook.com/RausConstruction/posts/2706297282722419 Thanks for the update and notice of the renderings for J&M BBQ & Steakhouse, 2201 Leeland St, Houston. This will be a nice restaurant to have in EaDo. If Willow's Texas BBQ is manning the grill, the food will be loads better than the barbecue place that was near the light rail and BBVA Compass stadium. Edited October 22, 2019 by CrockpotandGravel 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrockpotandGravel Posted October 22, 2019 Share Posted October 22, 2019 Originally posted September 27, 2019 in this thread before all of my content were removed from the entire forum earlier this month. Reposting this throws off the flow of the thread (i.e. out of order), still, it may be helpful for visitors to see what was previously discussed or shared before. The name of the barbecue restaurant in EaDo ( 2201 Leeland, Houston ) may not be J&M BBQ & Steakhouse. The name may be J(bar)M instead. From a comment on Raus Construction's Facebook ten minutes ago: It’s called J(bar)M and it’s not a steakhouse(it will be) possibly at some point but it’s a BBQ restaurant. Texas craft BBQ is the primary. Please correct your post as there is already a J&M and it’s not this. This is not the correct announcement.https://www.facebook.com/RausConstruction/posts/2678608708824610?comment_id=2708280942524053 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hindesky Posted November 17, 2019 Share Posted November 17, 2019 Snails pace on this project. Parking area. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Ewert Posted November 19, 2019 Share Posted November 19, 2019 It was all moving super quick and then... nothing. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sanjorade Posted December 5, 2019 Share Posted December 5, 2019 Quite a bit of activity at this site the last few days. Hopefully steady here on out. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2ndwardOG Posted December 5, 2019 Share Posted December 5, 2019 Cant wait for this development to be completed so I can check this place out. Going to be a great addition as the area is in need of more good restaurants. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HtownWxBoy Posted December 6, 2019 Share Posted December 6, 2019 Work has definitely picked up again. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sanjorade Posted December 10, 2019 Share Posted December 10, 2019 Concrete has been poured for a portion of the driveway. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nate4l1f3 Posted December 11, 2019 Share Posted December 11, 2019 Nice! Can we get the business name in the title? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Ewert Posted February 15, 2020 Share Posted February 15, 2020 Suddenly! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cspwal Posted February 17, 2020 Share Posted February 17, 2020 They put that up fast. Was at brothers tacos Thursday and nothing was there 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crock Posted February 17, 2020 Share Posted February 17, 2020 (edited) Willow BBQ is apparently going to be pitmaster... it's going to be called J-M BBQ. "Fall 2020" ( i did not read the first page before posting this, whoops) Edited February 17, 2020 by crock 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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