ljchou Posted June 10, 2020 Share Posted June 10, 2020 Gas Station and delapidated house behind it have been purchased by Ancorian. Intent is for the gas station to be single tenant retail: https://www.ancorian.com/polk-cullen 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Montrose1100 Posted June 10, 2020 Share Posted June 10, 2020 Great news. Interested to see what will happen here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texasota Posted June 10, 2020 Share Posted June 10, 2020 Neat. Though I like the gas station across the street more... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samagon Posted June 11, 2020 Share Posted June 11, 2020 Empire Cafe East End a boy can dream... 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thedistrict84 Posted June 12, 2020 Share Posted June 12, 2020 On 6/10/2020 at 10:07 AM, ljchou said: Gas Station and delapidated house behind it have been purchased by Ancorian. Intent is for the gas station to be single tenant retail: https://www.ancorian.com/polk-cullen There is a mistake in their listing. It refers to the Kroger as the “east end Kroger” instead of “Kombat Kroger.” 1 1 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texasota Posted June 12, 2020 Share Posted June 12, 2020 I mean, I like Empire all right, but if we're going to dream surely we can aim higher than that... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Montrose1100 Posted June 12, 2020 Share Posted June 12, 2020 1 hour ago, Texasota said: I mean, I like Empire all right, but if we're going to dream surely we can aim higher than that... Any kind of cafe here would be really awesome. If you're going to take down Empire like that, at least let us know what you think is better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texasota Posted June 12, 2020 Share Posted June 12, 2020 (edited) What is it you want from Empire? Their cakes? I very rarely want cake, so I honestly haven't been to Empire in years. I'd prefer something more like Honeymoon/Boomtown, or an East End Pondicheri. Or another Guadalupana. Or Southside. Oh man, or a Vietnamese place with a strong breakfast focus and more diverse coffee options. Double Trouble, except it transitions to wine instead of cocktails. Like a Light Years vibe but also breakfast. Maybe a mini Weights & Measures. A really, really good kolache shop with a real coffee program. A real bagel shop. What would really be best would be something new - something unique to the neighborhood that draws people in, rather than just replicates something already available a few miles away. Or Pondicheri. I want another Pondicheri so bad. Edited June 12, 2020 by Texasota 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samagon Posted June 12, 2020 Share Posted June 12, 2020 for me, it's more the atmosphere that Empire has. their cake (made by take the cake, if anyone was curious) really is great, and I enjoy the food. if we were wishing coffee shops into the space, Southside Espresso is the best in Houston. while it's my opinion that they are the best espresso in town, it is a fact that they don't get as high on the 'top 10' list that others like Boomtown get because they don't advertise enough with the publications that do 'top 10' lists. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Montrose1100 Posted June 12, 2020 Share Posted June 12, 2020 1 hour ago, samagon said: for me, it's more the atmosphere that Empire has. their cake (made by take the cake, if anyone was curious) really is great, and I enjoy the food. if we were wishing coffee shops into the space, Southside Espresso is the best in Houston. while it's my opinion that they are the best espresso in town, it is a fact that they don't get as high on the 'top 10' list that others like Boomtown get because they don't advertise enough with the publications that do 'top 10' lists. Empire could update their menu, but other than that, Boomtown is just "fresh", modern decor, and located at the corner of cool and coolsville. Personally I'd like to see an Agora-vibe place open up. Slightly artsy, chill, and can take it from day to evening. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texasota Posted June 12, 2020 Share Posted June 12, 2020 I think there are a few places - Empire, Brasil, pre-fire Agora, Boheme - that have a great vibe that's not quite matched by their product. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linearmovement Posted June 12, 2020 Share Posted June 12, 2020 5 hours ago, Texasota said: What would really be best would be something new - something unique to the neighborhood that draws people in, rather than just replicates something already available a few miles away. Agreed - something cool and unique would be ideal. If it had to be a chain, I'd want Local Foods. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOU_huckster Posted June 12, 2020 Share Posted June 12, 2020 5 hours ago, Montrose1100 said: Empire could update their menu, but other than that, Boomtown is just "fresh", modern decor, and located at the corner of cool and coolsville. Personally I'd like to see an Agora-vibe place open up. Slightly artsy, chill, and can take it from day to evening. Boomtown Heights was once a spelunker's paradise! It felt like taking respite in a cave! The gray, textured walls, the pervasive damp, the dim lighting, the lingering smell of smoldering cigars next door. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
butterfly Posted June 19, 2020 Share Posted June 19, 2020 A cafe would be great. Or an ice house!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thedistrict84 Posted June 19, 2020 Share Posted June 19, 2020 2 hours ago, butterfly said: A cafe would be great. Or an ice house!! An ice house would be a good fit for an old gas station like this, but I’m thinking D&W Lounge already has the “ice house demographic” cornered. (And before you say anything, I love D&W and have been going there for years!) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
butterfly Posted June 24, 2020 Share Posted June 24, 2020 On 6/19/2020 at 4:15 PM, thedistrict84 said: An ice house would be a good fit for an old gas station like this, but I’m thinking D&W Lounge already has the “ice house demographic” cornered. (And before you say anything, I love D&W and have been going there for years!) Good point! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ljchou Posted July 13, 2020 Author Share Posted July 13, 2020 Houses on the property are demolished as of this weekend. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Montrose1100 Posted October 19, 2020 Share Posted October 19, 2020 edit: wrong thread! The rendering is up on site. Hope we get some good little cafe. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cspwal Posted October 19, 2020 Share Posted October 19, 2020 At least the patio is on the corner and the parking is setback from the corner 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ljchou Posted November 18, 2020 Author Share Posted November 18, 2020 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zbrow17 Posted May 18, 2022 Share Posted May 18, 2022 any update on this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samagon Posted May 18, 2022 Share Posted May 18, 2022 last time I drove by, someone was living in the doorway. 😑 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted August 30, 2023 Share Posted August 30, 2023 Map of 4101 Polk St Map outlining the 4101 Polk St parcels and the 4102 Dallas St parcel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted August 30, 2023 Share Posted August 30, 2023 Google Earth images of 4101 Polk St Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted August 30, 2023 Share Posted August 30, 2023 November 2022 Street View of 4102 Dallas St (corner of Dallas and Cullen) May 2022 Street View of 4101 Polk St (corner of Polk and Cullen) January 2023 Street View of 4101 Polk St 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted August 30, 2023 Share Posted August 30, 2023 On 6/10/2020 at 11:07 AM, ljchou said: Gas Station and delapidated house behind it have been purchased by Ancorian. Intent is for the gas station to be single tenant retail: https://www.ancorian.com/polk-cullen Link to original marketing materials for 4101 Polk St: https://images1.loopnet.com/d2/_OYyLo4bVMMzMRL1-gvzrye0R7n0SPN5eBlvtqlYQJE/document.pdf Details about the property and proposed retail: For Lease 1,376 sf building ±16,700 SF Lot Prime retail space on the hard corner of Polk St and Cullen Blvd Located in Houston's historic Eastwood neighborhood Drive-thru and outdoor patio space potential Perfect for fitness, medical, retail, or restaurant Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted August 30, 2023 Share Posted August 30, 2023 On 6/10/2020 at 11:07 AM, ljchou said: Gas Station and delapidated house behind it have been purchased by Ancorian. Intent is for the gas station to be single tenant retail: https://www.ancorian.com/polk-cullen Just now, IntheKnowHouston said: Link to original marketing materials for 4101 Polk St: https://images1.loopnet.com/d2/_OYyLo4bVMMzMRL1-gvzrye0R7n0SPN5eBlvtqlYQJE/document.pdf Details about the property and proposed retail: For Lease 1,376 sf building ±16,700 SF Lot Prime retail space on the hard corner of Polk St and Cullen Blvd Located in Houston's historic Eastwood neighborhood Drive-thru and outdoor patio space potential Perfect for fitness, medical, retail, or restaurant The listing for 4101 Polk St is updated. Included in the listings are the latest marketing materials. https://www.loopnet.com/Listing/4101-Polk-St-Houston-TX/19376555/ https://www.loopnet.com/viewer/pdf?file=https://images1.loopnet.com/d2/Mj1gwngB9l1j9Xq0CfaWwGnLpBNO75jIH46V-oDZXo8/4101%20Polk%20St1compressed%202.pdf https://images1.loopnet.com/d2/Mj1gwngB9l1j9Xq0CfaWwGnLpBNO75jIH46V-oDZXo8/4101%20Polk%20St1compressed%202.pdf https://www.crexi.com/lease/properties/462126/texas-4101-polk-st Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted August 30, 2023 Share Posted August 30, 2023 On 11/18/2020 at 5:48 PM, ljchou said: Just now, IntheKnowHouston said: The listing for 4101 Polk St is updated. Included in the listings are the latest marketing materials. https://www.loopnet.com/Listing/4101-Polk-St-Houston-TX/19376555/ https://www.loopnet.com/viewer/pdf?file=https://images1.loopnet.com/d2/Mj1gwngB9l1j9Xq0CfaWwGnLpBNO75jIH46V-oDZXo8/4101%20Polk%20St1compressed%202.pdf https://images1.loopnet.com/d2/Mj1gwngB9l1j9Xq0CfaWwGnLpBNO75jIH46V-oDZXo8/4101%20Polk%20St1compressed%202.pdf https://www.crexi.com/lease/properties/462126/texas-4101-polk-st The updated listing for 4101 Polk St includes new renderings. As previously posted, Ancorian owns the property and is developing it for retail. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samagon Posted August 30, 2023 Share Posted August 30, 2023 I can't remember who I was talking to, or maybe it was farther up this thread. but someone had chatted and they are asking a lot for this space, especially for the location, which might be why it's sitting a bit empty. I wonder if their update might also include a lower PSF cost? anyway, if I had the ability, this would be an awesome place for a pizza/coffee type thing. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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