s3mh Posted February 23, 2015 Share Posted February 23, 2015 http://blog.chron.com/foodchronicles/2015/02/heights-ice-house-in-the-works-from-revival-market-and-coltivare-partners/#30758101=0 I am a big fan of Coltivare and Revival, but have to give this one a "moo". We are in a tex-mex surplus in the Heights. I guess it could get interesting if they did a fusion taco-esque concept. But if it is just straight tex-mex, it will have to really crush it to get me to pay the kind of prices I know they will be charging. I would almost rather them open D&T II. EQ is in soft opening in the drab bungalow on Heights and 11th. I will give them a week or two before trying. I really hope it is good. Nothing beats that patio for a morning coffee on a nice day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeightsPeep Posted February 23, 2015 Share Posted February 23, 2015 11th and Yale concept by Revival Market/Coltivare owners: http://blog.chron.com/foodchronicles/2015/02/heights-ice-house-in-the-works-from-revival-market-and-coltivare-partners/#30758101=0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angostura Posted February 23, 2015 Share Posted February 23, 2015 This will be as much about the food as it is the drinks. ...not least because in order to get a private club permit, they'll need to serve "complete meals". If this weren't in the dry area, it might be feasible to do something similar to D&T. Seems clear to me that this a bar that happens to serve food. They've clearly given a lot of thought to the drinks, with some interesting and unusual items (frozen cocktails, swigs, bracers and custom-finished bourbon) and less thought to the food (queso, guacamole and tacos). That said, the original breakfast tacos at Revival, with the guajillo-braised beef, were outstanding, and I'd love to be able to eat that again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bedmondson Posted February 23, 2015 Share Posted February 23, 2015 I was hoping for an ice house type place at the recently demoed 927 Studewood property. They appear to have purposely left the core building in tact and it now looks Cottoonwood-esque. However this looks to be in a location that could use this type development more. I wonder how much longer the trailer homes next door will last? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s3mh Posted February 23, 2015 Share Posted February 23, 2015 I wonder how much longer the trailer homes next door will last? I thought I saw an article somewhere about the trailer park where the owner said that they were going to keep the property and pass it on to their kids so they could build a house there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ross Posted February 24, 2015 Share Posted February 24, 2015 There was also mention that the owner of the trailer park might sell to the people living in the trailers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcook2002 Posted February 24, 2015 Share Posted February 24, 2015 I was hoping for an ice house type place at the recently demoed 927 Studewood property. They appear to have purposely left the core building in tact and it now looks Cottoonwood-esque. However this looks to be in a location that could use this type development more. I wonder how much longer the trailer homes next door will last?they are currently red tagged which may be why the "core building" is still standing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverJK Posted February 24, 2015 Share Posted February 24, 2015 I assumed 927 Studewood left the front of the building so they could maintain the current setback? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bedmondson Posted February 24, 2015 Share Posted February 24, 2015 and how does a demo get red tagged? Did they some how tear it down improperly? And how would you 'correct' a red tagged demo? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bedmondson Posted February 25, 2015 Share Posted February 25, 2015 http://houston.eater.com/2015/2/25/8109951/activity-outside-former-stella-sola-space Following the breadcrumbs, the manager of "Kitchen Snapper" is the same name of the owner of a few international Mediterranean restaurants. Could be a coincidence. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kylejack Posted February 25, 2015 Share Posted February 25, 2015 Mixed but mostly positive review for Chicken Ranch http://chron.com/entertainment/restaurants-bars/reviews/article/Chicken-Ranch-fare-shows-beauty-of-simplicity-6098526.php Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s3mh Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 Piatto closed. Never understood why Houston needed two Piattos. Asian Market will move the restaurant portion of their business to a stand alone business on Fulton St. They will keep the market on Cavalcade. Fulton St will serve beer and wine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angostura Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 http://houston.eater.com/2015/2/25/8109951/activity-outside-former-stella-sola-space Following the breadcrumbs, the manager of "Kitchen Snapper" is the same name of the owner of a few international Mediterranean restaurants. Could be a coincidence. Of the two principals listed for Kitchen Snapper, LLC, one has a name uncommon enough to get reasonable Google results, and appears to be owner/manager of three seafood restaurants in Mexico City. http://r.lampuga.com.mx/ Guessing this will be a similar concept. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s3mh Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 and how does a demo get red tagged? Did they some how tear it down improperly? And how would you 'correct' a red tagged demo? Swamplot lists 927 Studewood as having a demo permit today. The city does come out and inspect prior to issuing a demo permit and will leave a green tag if the permit is granted. I do not know why this property would have trouble with a demo permit, but it looks like they are moving forward. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverJK Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 Mixed but mostly positive review for Chicken Ranch http://chron.com/entertainment/restaurants-bars/reviews/article/Chicken-Ranch-fare-shows-beauty-of-simplicity-6098526.php I ate at Chicken Ranch, did one of the family packs for just Me/Wife/Toddler and it was a massive pile of food at a reasonable price. The chicken was pretty good, one of the breasts was so big, it was likely more meat than a 5 piece from other chicken places. Sides were good too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mollusk Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 and how does a demo get red tagged? Did they some how tear it down improperly? And how would you 'correct' a red tagged demo? Swamplot lists 927 Studewood as having a demo permit today. The city does come out and inspect prior to issuing a demo permit and will leave a green tag if the permit is granted. I do not know why this property would have trouble with a demo permit, but it looks like they are moving forward. If I remember to, I'll take a look at the red tag next time I wander by the Valero next door... but I suspice that the red tag might be a result of starting demo without the proper permits. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s3mh Posted March 2, 2015 Share Posted March 2, 2015 It looks like the roof on 927 Studewood collapsed. Tried Equilibrium. Coffee is better. Triple berry tart is still there, but other pastries look to be from Angela's oven. Very much in the midst of a soft opening. Interior is brighter and very polished. There is new furniture for the deck, which is nice. But I did not notice any umbrellas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JCR Posted March 2, 2015 Share Posted March 2, 2015 A Heights restaurateur told me that a gastropub is looking to go in the old Piatto digs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcook2002 Posted March 3, 2015 Share Posted March 3, 2015 A Heights restaurateur told me that a gastropub is looking to go in the old Piatto digs. Heresay Heights?! (speculation) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcook2002 Posted March 5, 2015 Share Posted March 5, 2015 https://www.facebook.com/BlackandWhiteHeights/info?tab=overview interesting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angostura Posted March 5, 2015 Share Posted March 5, 2015 http://houston.eater.com/2015/2/25/8109951/activity-outside-former-stella-sola-space Following the breadcrumbs, the manager of "Kitchen Snapper" is the same name of the owner of a few international Mediterranean restaurants. Could be a coincidence. http://houston.eater.com/2015/3/5/8157409/new-seafood-restaurant-dives-into-studewood Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BullMan008 Posted March 6, 2015 Share Posted March 6, 2015 They are opening something at the old Blockbuster on 20th. Restaurant? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcook2002 Posted March 9, 2015 Share Posted March 9, 2015 They are opening something at the old Blockbuster on 20th. Restaurant?apparently its a salon from the woodlands Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bedmondson Posted March 17, 2015 Share Posted March 17, 2015 Pho Binh? They are always on a bunch of top restaurant lists for Houston. Already have a few places to get pho nearby but I think this place would do well. http://houston.eater.com/2015/3/17/8231019/vietnamese-mini-chain-rumored-to-replace-shuttered-heights-bistro Samurai Noodle on Durham and I10 is a good ramen shop that is now open. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BullMan008 Posted March 23, 2015 Share Posted March 23, 2015 Went to Boil House this weekend. Their CrawFish was cooked perfect. Going to go back before the season ends for sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
merpityderpity Posted March 27, 2015 Share Posted March 27, 2015 Add amazing Pho to the list of heights restaurants!!! woooohooo http://houston.eater.com/2015/3/26/8296257/pho-binh-definitely-opening-in-the-heights Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s3mh Posted March 30, 2015 Share Posted March 30, 2015 Hugs and Donuts completed a soft opening and will finally have their grand opening soon. It is impressive to look at the list of restaurants currently underway in the Heights:Southern GoodsHunky DoryForeign CorrespondentsBernadine'sKa SushiPho BinhOllie's Fried ChickenBlack and WhiteRevival Ice House/Taco StandCane Russo And if you stretch the boundaries a bit you can add the Indian place opening at the old Mozelle's location. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s3mh Posted April 20, 2015 Share Posted April 20, 2015 http://www.heightsepicurean.com/ Another shot at a farmer's market in the Heights. Looks promising. Humble beginnings with just a handful of vendors, but could have potential if it catches on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s3mh Posted May 8, 2015 Share Posted May 8, 2015 Revival Market starts dinner service next week. They have already converted to a full service sit-down restaurant set up with the cash registers just being for take out. Booze permit is not ready yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bedmondson Posted May 12, 2015 Share Posted May 12, 2015 ...given the neighborhood's "little Austin" nickname. Is this a real nickname people are using? I really hope not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
txcat84 Posted May 12, 2015 Share Posted May 12, 2015 Never heard anyone say that. Ever. Quit trying to make fetch happen. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
west20th Posted May 12, 2015 Share Posted May 12, 2015 Never heard anyone say that. Ever. Quit trying to make fetch happen.I always thought of Austin as "The Big Heights". 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angostura Posted May 12, 2015 Share Posted May 12, 2015 ...given the neighborhood's "little Austin" nickname. Is this a real nickname people are using? I really hope not. Aside from Torchy's, are there other Austin imports in the Heights? (Washington Avenue doesn't count.) The Creeks are hill-country-inspired, I suppose. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
txcat84 Posted May 13, 2015 Share Posted May 13, 2015 The Creeks' love affair with Austin is irritating. Other than those places, I think that's it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mollusk Posted May 13, 2015 Share Posted May 13, 2015 ...given the neighborhood's "little Austin" nickname. (***shudder...***) just... no. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mab Posted June 21, 2015 Share Posted June 21, 2015 Two new restaurants confirmed for Oak Forest-Taco a go go-Union Kitchen http://www.theleadernews.com/index.php/two-new-restaurants-confirmed-for-oak-forest/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s3mh Posted June 22, 2015 Share Posted June 22, 2015 http://static1.squarespace.com/static/5215234ae4b0745af88f3c00/t/557b459ae4b0470686085d68/1434142106094/revive_sales+sheet_freestanding02.pdf The Re-Vive folks are redeveloping the old Java Java location. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s3mh Posted June 24, 2015 Share Posted June 24, 2015 Chirps Chicken is closing. Property is up for lease. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angostura Posted June 24, 2015 Share Posted June 24, 2015 Chirps Chicken is closing. Property is up for lease. Saw this last week. I wouldn't mind seeing the whole building come down and something more dense go up in its place, but given our parking requirements we probably don't deserve anything more interesting than a Chipotle. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angostura Posted July 1, 2015 Share Posted July 1, 2015 Chirps Chicken is closing. Property is up for lease. Sign now indicates this is Braun. No details on their site yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s3mh Posted August 6, 2015 Share Posted August 6, 2015 Town in City's tap room is now open Wed-Sun.Southern Goods is having a soft opening this weekend with limited hours (looks like mostly barbcue for lunch)Ka Sushi and Black and White are built out, staffing up and should be open before the end of the month.Build outs are well underway at the Revival ice house concept, the Treadsack trio (Foreign Correspondents, Bernadine's and Hunky Dory) and Lee's Fried Chicken and Donuts. Alabama Furniture is getting the boot to make way for the new Braun development that looks to have Bernie's Burger Bus as a tenant. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bedmondson Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 http://www.chron.com/entertainment/restaurants-bars/article/Buehrer-Prabanto-to-bring-new-coffee-shop-to-the-6434963.php Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s3mh Posted August 14, 2015 Share Posted August 14, 2015 http://www.bizjournals.com/houston/morning_call/2015/08/exclusive-more-pizza-headed-to-the-heights.html#g7 Mellow Mushroom coming to a soon to be repurposed tote the note shop. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
west20th Posted August 14, 2015 Share Posted August 14, 2015 http://www.bizjournals.com/houston/morning_call/2015/08/exclusive-more-pizza-headed-to-the-heights.html#g7 Mellow Mushroom coming to a soon to be repurposed tote the note shop. Shepherd is looking good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Avossos Posted August 14, 2015 Share Posted August 14, 2015 Shepherd is looking good!They need to plant some dam trees in Sheppard. These new developments are nice but it is the opposite of green and the opposite of lush. I am amazed they can spend so much money on these developments without a landscape plan! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigFootsSocks Posted August 14, 2015 Share Posted August 14, 2015 (edited) Delete Edited August 14, 2015 by BigFootsSocks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mkultra25 Posted August 15, 2015 Share Posted August 15, 2015 http://www.bizjournals.com/houston/morning_call/2015/08/exclusive-more-pizza-headed-to-the-heights.html#g7 Mellow Mushroom coming to a soon to be repurposed tote the note shop. I couldn't resist Googling Mellow Mushroom after reading the HBJ description of "an Atlanta-based hippy pizza chain". I envisioned a place where psilocybe cubensis had once been the most popular pizza topping (inevitably leading to an unofficial motto of "our pizza will make you puke, but you won't care"), and judging from the pics at http://mellowmushroom.com/about/roots, I wasn't too far off. Of course, like many other establishments, it appears to have evolved into just another hipster haven pushing craft beer, its original brand comfortably diluted and sanitized for consumption by those who wouldn't know the difference between a cow patty and Shinola. Oh, the humanity! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
txcat84 Posted August 16, 2015 Share Posted August 16, 2015 Why the negativity? (Or maybe I'm misreading?)I like Mellow. There's one in BR and Lafayette where I'm currently stationed and I have always enjoyed it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mkultra25 Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 Not so much negativity as amusement. I'm sure I'll give them a try once they're open. And I'll be thinking of Duane Allman when I do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s3mh Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 I used to go to Mellow Mushroom after little league games in the 1970s. The hippie thing was just a marketing gimmick to get people to try some different and odd concoctions on pizzas back when there were very few options for really good pizza. It will be nice to have something other than Pinks for pizza night. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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