JFC

The crane is actually right next to the Men's Club

There is one of those high-rise construction cranes probably about 6 stories tall that just went this weekend. It is red and white colored. I wish I could be more detailed, but my office is about 1/2 mile away.

Does anyboby know what is going up on Sage? There is a construction crane on Sage (I believe) between Westheimer and Richmond.

They went back on their promise to the businesses that went in there. The condos are a secondary plan that was just suggested a few months ago b/c several of the original tenants pulled out. Phase II was supposed to be done years ago.

Cordish was supposed to build another building to create an entertainment district. The Bars that were there did very well for four years. They left for other reasons besides lack of business. I remember going to Bar Houston last year and there would be over 500 people in-line. Cordish has had some bad track records in other cities too if you look for them.

I don't see the House of Blues working here. In fact most of their locations have struggled.

Yep....The Cordish Company

The concept for Bayou Place was never fully developed....It was supposed to be a much bigger entertainment area; however, the developers never followed through.

I know the sign is up for the TABC mixed beverage license, but as far as an opening date I have not heard anything. I would think that The Bond Lounge will be the next open in Midtown since they have begun construction.

A good friend of mine area in Chicago went through the same revitilization that Midtown is going through now. They too had the crime similar crime problems. At the end of the day it is not going to get better until several more areas are revamped in midtown. It is just going to take time.

Construction is scheduled to start within the next couple of weeks. I think their goal is to be open by Early March.

Hi there! Michael and Blini are opening their new place at 2303 Smith Street across from the Spec's Liqour Store. Make sure you go to the website and sign up for the Grand Opening Party @ www.pubfiction.com. Jim