IntheKnowHouston Posted January 29, 2022 Share Posted January 29, 2022 (edited) I don't know the full histoy of the 2102 North Shepherd Dr property. In recent years, however, several automobile businesses operated on the lot. Second photo is from a Facebook post. A few years ago, Shawn Bermudez (Pistolero's, The Burger Joint, Present Company) purchased the lot along with a few others nearby. Edited August 17, 2022 by IntheKnowHouston Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted January 29, 2022 Author Share Posted January 29, 2022 Does anyone know what's planned for 2102 N Shepherd Dr? A banner announcing a car wash was on the property, at least in 2021 when I noticed it last. It's been a while since I visited the area, so I don't know if the banner is still there. I know Shawn Bermudez owns the property. And according to a post in a local Facebook group, Bermudez is renovating the lot soon. He's opening a business called Happy Go Lucky, which will possibly have a drive-thru lane. The post wasn't clear on the business' concept. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Money Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 "The Car Wash" sign is still on the old building facing Shepherd. Two bungalows behind it were recently torn down, but it doesn't look like they've done much else to the property. It would be nice if they added another restaurant concept. There's a spot for a third business name on their big sign advertising Burger Joint and Taco Stand. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted February 1, 2022 Author Share Posted February 1, 2022 22 hours ago, J Money said: "The Car Wash" sign is still on the old building facing Shepherd. Two bungalows behind it were recently torn down, but it doesn't look like they've done much else to the property. It would be nice if they added another restaurant concept. There's a spot for a third business name on their big sign advertising Burger Joint and Taco Stand. Thank you for the update. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted February 6, 2022 Author Share Posted February 6, 2022 On 1/31/2022 at 7:58 AM, J Money said: There's a spot for a third business name on their big sign advertising Burger Joint and Taco Stand. A member in a local food enthusiast Facebook group shared a photo of the signage you described. The signage has an empty space indicating another concept is coming soon, possibly to 2102 N Shepherd Dr. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted May 16, 2022 Author Share Posted May 16, 2022 On 5/13/2022 at 10:24 AM, 123Sesame said: Posted in another thread, but anyone know what is going on at 20th and Shepherd? Burger Joint guys previously posted signs at The Car Wash was going in at 21st and Shepherd, but they have since moved the sign and fenced off the old spray wash facility at 20th and Shepherd... what's going to happen to the shack across 21st from The Taco Stand? I assume pizza shop still in the works at the old Portros Resale. @123Sesame here is the thread about the lot at 2102 N Shepherd Dr. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted October 30, 2022 Author Share Posted October 30, 2022 On 1/31/2022 at 7:58 AM, J Money said: Two bungalows behind it were recently torn down, but it doesn't look like they've done much else to the property. I was not aware Shawn Bermudez (The Burger Joint, Pistolero's, Present Company) also owned the lots at 643 W 21st St and 637 W 21st St. Perhaps it will be parking? A photo of 642 W 21st St from 2020 A photo of 637 W 21st St from 2020 643 W 21st St and 637 W 21st St from Google Maps, May 2022 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
123Sesame Posted October 30, 2022 Share Posted October 30, 2022 We live nearby - they are taking their sweet time on this development. It has been a total mess and eye sore for 6+ months. They desperately need more parking so hopefully that’s it. Not sure what the old resale shop or auto dealer are ultimately going to become. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted October 30, 2022 Author Share Posted October 30, 2022 Shawn Bermudez also acquired 635 W 21st St earlier this year. The house on the property was demolished over the summer. I think 635 W 21st St. 637 W 21 St, and 643 W 21 St may be parking for Bermudez's restaurants at 2102 N Shepherd Dr and 2124 N Shepherd Dr. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mkultra25 Posted October 30, 2022 Share Posted October 30, 2022 59 minutes ago, 123Sesame said: We live nearby - they are taking their sweet time on this development. It has been a total mess and eye sore for 6+ months. They desperately need more parking so hopefully that’s it. Not sure what the old resale shop or auto dealer are ultimately going to become. I believe the resale shop is going to be a pizza place, and in keeping with Bermudez's naming convention for his other restaurants, it's going to be called "The PIzza Place", or something along those lines. I'm more concerned with the elderly gentleman who lives next door to the old resale shop. We eat semi-regularly on the patio at Katz's, and usually see him walking his tiny dog. Many would consider his house to be in a state of disrepair, but I prefer to regard him as an admirably stubborn holdout in the face of relentless development in the area. I hope his life isn't disturbed too much by the coming of the pizza place, but I'm afraid it will be. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted October 31, 2022 Author Share Posted October 31, 2022 (edited) 15 hours ago, 123Sesame said: We live nearby - they are taking their sweet time on this development. It has been a total mess and eye sore for 6+ months. They desperately need more parking so hopefully that’s it. Well, here's hoping good things come to those who wait, as the saying goes. But there could be lots of reasons for the seemingly slow progress at 2102 North Shepherd Dr. The lots where the demolished homes were located will be parking, according to a quick search in the city's permitting database. Here are Google Maps photos from May and June of Happy Go Lucky's construction. May June 15 hours ago, 123Sesame said: Not sure what the old resale shop or auto dealer are ultimately going to become. 2102 N Shepherd Dr, which was previously the site of used car dealership Auto Mall 2000, will be some kind of beverage stand, I think. I'm still unsure of the concept for Happy Go Lucky. However, based off filings and permits submitted, this may be a walk-up and drive-thru bar. The description listed on the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation filing states. "drive-thru refreshments." So, possibly a refresqueria with juices and/or drive-thru bar serving daiquiris, margaritas, and/or micheladas. As for Potros Resale Shop at 2124 N Shepherd Dr, it will be a pizzeria named the Pizza Place. The restaurant is also from Shawn Bermudez. There is a topic for that property in the forum: https://www.houstonarchitecture.com/haif/topic/47329-the-pizza-place-2124-n-shepherd-dr Edited October 31, 2022 by IntheKnowHouston 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted October 31, 2022 Author Share Posted October 31, 2022 14 hours ago, mkultra25 said: I believe the resale shop is going to be a pizza place, and in keeping with Bermudez's naming convention for his other restaurants, it's going to be called "The PIzza Place", or something along those lines. I'm more concerned with the elderly gentleman who lives next door to the old resale shop. We eat semi-regularly on the patio at Katz's, and usually see him walking his tiny dog. Many would consider his house to be in a state of disrepair, but I prefer to regard him as an admirably stubborn holdout in the face of relentless development in the area. I hope his life isn't disturbed too much by the coming of the pizza place, but I'm afraid it will be. That's right! The former Potros Resale Shop at 2124 N Shepherd Dr will be a pizzeria named the Pizza Place. The restaurant is also from Shawn Bermudez. More on that property here: https://www.houstonarchitecture.com/haif/topic/47329-the-pizza-place-2124-n-shepherd-dr 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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BigRed Posted January 3 Share Posted January 3 This is exciting! Do we think Coffee Shop? Or does beverage station mean drive thru daiquiris? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted January 4 Author Share Posted January 4 20 hours ago, BigRed said: This is exciting! Do we think Coffee Shop? Or does beverage station mean drive thru daiquiris? I have no clue. CultureMap will likely be the first to report details about this later in the year. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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IntheKnowHouston Posted January 15 Author Share Posted January 15 Great photos @hindesky. Thanks for sharing. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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hindesky Posted February 12 Share Posted February 12 Talked with the boss man of the crew working on this. He confirmed it will be called "Happy Go Lucky" and he deals with Shawn Bermudez' dad about several projects he works on for them. It's a Daiquiri bar that will have a patio area and a drive up window plus a parking lot in the back, no seating inside. The boss on the left. Patio area. Parking lot. 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigRed Posted February 12 Share Posted February 12 Really awesome details and pics @hindesky 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted February 13 Author Share Posted February 13 (edited) 10 hours ago, hindesky said: He confirmed it will be called "Happy Go Lucky" Well, the name Happy Go Lucky at 2102 North Shepherd Dr has been known for a while. It's been posted in the thread several times. It's also listed on their alcohol permit, DBA, and permits related to the buildout: 👇🏿👇🏿👇🏿 On 1/29/2022 at 7:54 AM, IntheKnowHouston said: Does anyone know what's planned for 2102 N Shepherd Dr? A banner announcing a car wash was on the property, at least in 2021 when I noticed it last. It's been a while since I visited the area, so I don't know if the banner is still there. I know Shawn Bermudez owns the property. And according to a post in a local Facebook group, Bermudez is renovating the lot soon. He's opening a business called Happy Go Lucky, which will possibly have a drive-thru lane. The post wasn't clear on the business' concept. 10 hours ago, hindesky said: It's a Daiquiri bar that will have a patio area and a drive up window plus a parking lot in the back, no seating inside. So, my assumption was correct: Shawn Bermudez's Happy Go Lucky will be a drive-thru bar offering daiquiris. Good to know! 👇🏿👇🏿👇🏿 On 10/31/2022 at 4:19 AM, IntheKnowHouston said: I'm still unsure of the concept for Happy Go Lucky. However, based off filings and permits submitted, this may be a walk-up and drive-thru bar. The description listed on the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation filing states. "drive-thru refreshments." So, possibly a refresqueria with juices and/or drive-thru bar serving daiquiris, margaritas, and/or micheladas. Edited February 13 by IntheKnowHouston 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted February 14 Author Share Posted February 14 (edited) On 5/16/2022 at 7:27 AM, IntheKnowHouston said: On 5/13/2022 at 10:24 AM, 123Sesame said: Posted in another thread, but anyone know what is going on at 20th and Shepherd? Burger Joint guys previously posted signs at The Car Wash was going in at 21st and Shepherd, but they have since moved the sign and fenced off the old spray wash facility at 20th and Shepherd... what's going to happen to the shack across 21st from The Taco Stand? I assume pizza shop still in the works at the old Portros Resale. @123Sesame here is the thread about the lot at 2102 N Shepherd Dr. 40 minutes ago, 123Sesame said: Any idea if happy go lucky will be a coffee or cocktail drive thru? Perhaps both? Here is the topic about Happy Go Lucky. If you scroll up, you'll find the answer to your question. If a topic has an address and/or property name in the title or anywhere in the post body, it's searchable. Use the search, type in the address or the name of the project, and the topic / thread will show in the results. If you don't know the exact address, sometimes people include the neighborhood, nearby streets, and other identifiers so it's a little easier for others to find a topic or post. Edited February 14 by IntheKnowHouston Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted February 14 Author Share Posted February 14 A domain was registered a few days ago for Happy Go Lucky. The website isn't up and running, though: http://happygoluckyhtx.com It's likely their Instagram will be the same, if one hasn't already been created. Happy Go Lucky is drive-thru bar concept from Shawn Bermudez (The Burger Joint, The Taco Stand, Present Company, Pistolero's). It's under construction in the Heights at 2102 N Shepherd Dr. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texasota Posted February 14 Share Posted February 14 It's a what exactly now? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hindesky Posted February 14 Share Posted February 14 22 minutes ago, Texasota said: It's a what exactly now? Daiquiri bar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Triton Posted February 14 Share Posted February 14 4 minutes ago, hindesky said: Daiquiri bar. Exactly. I was thinking of the Margaritas To-Go just down the street. My brother in law and I tried it out after seeing it all these years. And wow, are they strong!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigRed Posted February 14 Share Posted February 14 I am kinda pumped for this now... and LOVE that its got a big ole patio! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted March 6 Author Share Posted March 6 On 2/14/2023 at 11:33 AM, IntheKnowHouston said: A domain was registered a few days ago for Happy Go Lucky. The website isn't up and running, though: http://happygoluckyhtx.com It's likely their Instagram will be the same, if one hasn't already been created. Happy Go Lucky is drive-thru bar concept from Shawn Bermudez (The Burger Joint, The Taco Stand, Present Company, Pistolero's). It's under construction in the Heights at 2102 N Shepherd Dr. Some time in the last few days, Happy Go Lucky launched a landing page on its website. The landing page provides details about the concept. There will be frozen daiquiris as suspected. However, Happy Go Lucky's website indicates frozen cocktails. Shaved Italian ice treats are also on offer. Happy Go Lucky is a new drive-thru / walk-up concept opening soon in the Heights. It is from the team behind The Burger Joint, The Taco Stand, Present Company, and Pistolero's. Happy Go Lucky is located at 2102 North Shepherd Dr. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigRed Posted March 6 Share Posted March 6 Oh I love this for us! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hindesky Posted April 30 Share Posted April 30 Work has started on the parking area. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigRed Posted April 30 Share Posted April 30 Hoping this is going to be lovely patio and not just a parking area... because that is a big lovely space. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted May 1 Author Share Posted May 1 Signage plans were submitted last week for 2102 N Shepherd Dr. Houston Sign Maker is designing the signage. The permit hasn't been approved yet. The sign plan is for Happy Go Lucky. It's a new frozen cocktail to-go concept from the team behind The Burger Joint and The Taco Stand. Italian shaved ice is also on the menu. It's likely this will open either before summer or in early summer. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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IntheKnowHouston Posted May 4 Author Share Posted May 4 (edited) On 4/30/2023 at 1:21 PM, BigRed said: Hoping this is going to be lovely patio and not just a parking area... because that is a big lovely space. I speculated last year in a post above the cleared lots behind 2102 N Shepherd Dr (635 W 21st St, 637 W 21st St, and 643 W 21st St) would likely be surface parking. And according to permits filed for 635 W 21st St and 637 W 21st St, it is: On 10/31/2022 at 4:19 AM, IntheKnowHouston said: The lots where the demolished homes were located will be parking, according to a quick search in the city's permitting database. 28 minutes ago, hindesky said: Edited May 4 by IntheKnowHouston Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigRed Posted May 4 Share Posted May 4 11 hours ago, IntheKnowHouston said: I speculated last year in a post above the cleared lots behind 2102 N Shepherd Dr (635 W 21st St, 637 W 21st St, and 643 W 21st St) would likely be surface parking. And according to permits filed for 635 W 21st St and 637 W 21st St, it is: Uuuuuuuggghhhhh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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IntheKnowHouston Posted May 24 Author Share Posted May 24 In an article announcing Roswell's Saloon, Shawn Bermudez disclosed future concepts and expansions with CultureMap. Bermudez didn't share full details or specific locations, but he did provide a brief overview of what's in store. Here's an excerpt from yesterday's CultureMap article: “We have two other full restaurants openings and a dessert concept opening.” https://houston.culturemap.com/news/restaurants-bars/roswell-s-saloon-montrose/ The dessert concept is coming to the Heights. As previously discussed, Happy Go Lucky is opening at 2102 N Shepherd Dr. Happy Go Lucky will offer Italian shaved ice and frozen cocktails to-go. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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LiverpoolTX Posted July 3 Share Posted July 3 Sign is up this morning and welder says hello 5 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted July 9 Author Share Posted July 9 (edited) Instagram account Houston Sign Hunting posted photos of Happy Go Lucky's signage yesterday. Happy Go Lucky is a new drive-thru and walk-up concept opening soon at 2102 N Shepherd Dr. It is from the team behind The Burger Joint, The Taco Stand, and Pistolero's. Edited July 9 by IntheKnowHouston 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hindesky Posted July 23 Share Posted July 23 I talked with the same guy as before, he is an electrician who works on all of Shawn Bermudez projects. Asked him when this will open and once again permits are the hold up. He said the sign is in the wrong spot and will be moved to the center of the flower bed instead of on the side where it is. He also said the two houses on 20th St. belong to Shawn and will become a coffee shop. Said the Car Wash should open very soon but the Pizza Place building is in really bad shape and thinks it might get demolished. He said engineers need to determine which way to go with it. He said the two story house on Westheimer and Mulberry next to Pistolero's is probably going to be a Taco Joint. He also said Shawn has places in Austin and Los Angeles, Ca. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted July 24 Author Share Posted July 24 11 hours ago, hindesky said: I talked with the same guy as before, he is an electrician who works on all of Shawn Bermudez projects. Asked him when this will open and once again permits are the hold up. He said the sign is in the wrong spot and will be moved to the center of the flower bed instead of on the side where it is. Thanks for the update and the photos @hindesky. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hindesky Posted August 6 Share Posted August 6 Looks like they moved the sign. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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IntheKnowHouston Posted August 21 Author Share Posted August 21 Below is another aerial shot of 2102 N Shepherd Dr. The photo was taken over the weekend by @hindesky and posted to the topic for Co-Op Waterworks ( Co/Op Waterworks ), which is located at 2101 N Shepherd Dr. Happy Go Lucky is opening at 2102 North Shepherd Drive. It is a drive-thru and walk-up concept offering frozen cocktails / daiquiris and Italian shaved ice. The concept is from the team behind The Burger Joint, The Taco Stand, and Pistolero's. https://www.houstonarchitecture.com/haif/topic/47200-co-op-at-waterworks-ii-multifamily-at-2109-2101-n-shepherd-dr/?do=findComment&comment=686328 11 hours ago, hindesky said: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted September 6 Author Share Posted September 6 (edited) On 10/30/2022 at 1:43 PM, IntheKnowHouston said: Shawn Bermudez also acquired 635 W 21st St earlier this year. The house on the property was demolished over the summer. I think 635 W 21st St. 637 W 21 St, and 643 W 21 St may be parking for Bermudez's restaurants at 2102 N Shepherd Dr and 2124 N Shepherd Dr. On 2/12/2023 at 4:46 PM, hindesky said: Talked with the boss man of the crew working on this. He confirmed it will be called "Happy Go Lucky" and he deals with Shawn Bermudez' dad about several projects he works on for them. It's a Daiquiri bar that will have a patio area and a drive up window plus a parking lot in the back, no seating inside. Parking lot. On 4/30/2023 at 2:19 PM, hindesky said: Work has started on the parking area. On 5/4/2023 at 1:28 AM, hindesky said: A paving permit was pulled yesterday for 635 W 21st St / 635 1/2 W 21st St. The text from the permit: Convert 6,550 sf site to parking lot 635 W 21st St, along with the adjoining parcels at 637 W 21 St and 643 W 21, will become a surface parking lot for Happy Go Lucky ( 2102 N Shepherd Dr ). Edited September 6 by IntheKnowHouston 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TacoDog Posted September 8 Share Posted September 8 The neon lights are bright. I had to lower the exposure to be able to photograph the sign. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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