citizen4rmptown Posted August 5, 2008 Share Posted August 5, 2008 There's a virtual tour on their website - www.hob.com. Looks great inside. comfy seating Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
memebag Posted August 5, 2008 Share Posted August 5, 2008 I love Houston and it's my favorite city in Texas! I can live without rail,but I just think rail would be a lot more helpful. I'm also moving there to attend college and get away from Waco and bad memories here. I'd choose Dallas, but Houston just seems like more of a better choice for me and also have tons of family there.But why do you love Houston? Is it just because you have family here? If so, why is your family here? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wernicke Posted August 5, 2008 Share Posted August 5, 2008 But why do you love Houston? Is it just because you have family here? If so, why is your family here?Does memebag actually care or is he/she just trolling? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
memebag Posted August 5, 2008 Share Posted August 5, 2008 Does memebag actually care or is he/she just trolling?Memebag is trying to demonstrate the advantages of Houston's current transportation solutions. I care about that, but others may view it as a troll. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C2H Posted August 10, 2008 Share Posted August 10, 2008 Quick question. What ever happened with the Video Screen proposal? Last I heard, it was pre-approved but it would only allow the developers to put the screens up by the opening date. I've been downtown a few times recently and see no indication of any screens or anything going up. Isn't the grand opening only 2 months away? Surely they won't be able to get them installed within a month? Any Info is appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedScare Posted August 10, 2008 Share Posted August 10, 2008 Quick question. What ever happened with the Video Screen proposal? Last I heard, it was pre-approved but it would only allow the developers to put the screens up by the opening date. I've been downtown a few times recently and see no indication of any screens or anything going up. Isn't the grand opening only 2 months away? Surely they won't be able to get them installed within a month? Any Info is appreciated.The part you would see can be installed in a day or two. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
totheskies Posted August 10, 2008 Share Posted August 10, 2008 The part you would see can be installed in a day or two.That's what I was thinking... they're basically gonna be HD jumbo-trons, right? So assuming they're doing the utility work for them, it won't take very long. B/c of the shock factor for downtown patrons, I'm sure they're gonna wait till the last minute for those. It'll be really nice to have SOMETHING in downtown that screams for attention though. I can't wait! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricco67 Posted August 10, 2008 Share Posted August 10, 2008 Driving by the complex is interesting, I saw HOB lit up last night, it was pretty neat.the closing of the streets sucked, though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houston19514 Posted August 11, 2008 Share Posted August 11, 2008 Driving by the complex is interesting, I saw HOB lit up last night, it was pretty neat.the closing of the streets sucked, though.Closing of what streets? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricco67 Posted August 11, 2008 Share Posted August 11, 2008 Closing of what streets?Fannin, San Jacinto, and occasionally Polk during the overhead construction.Tell you what, I hope they do something serious with the garage,though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PuroAztlan Posted August 11, 2008 Share Posted August 11, 2008 I just walked by HOB, there's an 18 wheeler parked there and they're unloading a bunch of "funky" pictures to put on the walls. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pumapayam Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 Latest news release from August 18th, 2008Interestingly, no actual opening date is set, just a month still.Also, nothing new in the release about tenants, unless someone else sees it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lockmat Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 Latest news release from August 18th, 2008Interestingly, no actual opening date is set, just a month still.Also, nothing new in the release about tenants, unless someone else sees it.Just looking at the list of retail tenants makes me realize just how big this thing is. While it's not tall, that's a stinkin lot of retail/restaurants on three city blocks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidtownCoog Posted August 23, 2008 Share Posted August 23, 2008 Closing of what streets?While not closed, Dallas St. from Allen Center to Fannin is total mess.The entire right lane is closed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subdude Posted August 23, 2008 Share Posted August 23, 2008 I just walked by HOB, there's an 18 wheeler parked there and they're unloading a bunch of "funky" pictures to put on the walls.What are these "funky" pictures? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
citizen4rmptown Posted August 23, 2008 Share Posted August 23, 2008 Just looking at the list of retail tenants makes me realize just how big this thing is. While it's not tall, that's a stinkin lot of retail/restaurants on three city blocks.i thought it was four blocks? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigSky Posted August 23, 2008 Share Posted August 23, 2008 It is 4 including the parking garage. BTW, I've spoke to 2 of the venues and they are without a doubt opening in October. HOB will be up and running in October and Lucky Strike will be finished by November. THis thing is going to revolutionize downtown houston. I have coworkers all buzzing about shopping in downtown houston and anyone that has eaten at the park shops over the last 20 years has to be excited to get an entire gang of new restaurants into the downtown area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roadrunner Posted August 23, 2008 Share Posted August 23, 2008 (edited) It is 4 including the parking garage. BTW, I've spoke to 2 of the venues and they are without a doubt opening in October. HOB will be up and running in October and Lucky Strike will be finished by November. THis thing is going to revolutionize downtown houston. I have coworkers all buzzing about shopping in downtown houston and anyone that has eaten at the park shops over the last 20 years has to be excited to get an entire gang of new restaurants into the downtown area.I agree. I've worked on the east side of downtown for the last year, and I'm getting outrageously sick of the same restaurants over there. Especially since the only affordable ones worth anything are the Grove, Irma's, and Massa's.Does anyone know where the main tenants are going to be located? Obviously, HOB is on the east side, and I saw a sign for Guadalajara under the overpass on San Jac. What about Lucky Strike, Forever 21, Polk St. Pub, and the bookstore? Edited August 23, 2008 by roadrunner Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PuroAztlan Posted August 23, 2008 Share Posted August 23, 2008 <br />What are these "funky" pictures?You know, your typical HOB decor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
citizen4rmptown Posted August 24, 2008 Share Posted August 24, 2008 You know, your typical HOB decor. would it be too much to ask if you can provide some pictures? please and thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CasaNova Posted August 25, 2008 Share Posted August 25, 2008 Do any of you guys have any idea what kind and where they are going to place the jumbotron/plasma screens? I know they will probably wait closer to opening day, but I have no clue where they could possible put the screens, how many, and what kind. I kind am eager to see the finishing touches, and I hope that they meet my expectations, since many have been deflated already by the exterior design they have chosen thus far. Maybe the interior will compensate for it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tierwestah Posted August 25, 2008 Share Posted August 25, 2008 Just drove by HP on Friday, it looks pretty bland from the outside exterior. I hope they decorate the walls because that cladding is YUCK.I'm thinking the jumbotrons are going on the inside panels on the skybridge off Fannin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PuroAztlan Posted August 29, 2008 Share Posted August 29, 2008 McCormick & Schmick's will be on the east corner on San Jacinto and Dallas, ground floor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tierwestah Posted August 29, 2008 Share Posted August 29, 2008 I'm a little bummed that all the stores aren't opening at the same time. So what, only the HOB is opening in October and we have to wait a while before all the other tennants come? Anyone have the scoop? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lockmat Posted September 10, 2008 Share Posted September 10, 2008 next month, eh? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pumapayam Posted September 10, 2008 Share Posted September 10, 2008 next month, eh?House of Blues opens October 10th with Dave Attell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HtownWxBoy Posted September 10, 2008 Share Posted September 10, 2008 House of Blues opens October 10th with Dave AttellMy family is coming to visit that weekend... we will be in Houston Thursday to Saturday (then we are going to San Antonio) and they are staying at the Holiday Inn across from HP... hope some of the restaurants and stuff are open. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daniepwils Posted September 10, 2008 Share Posted September 10, 2008 Holiday Inn Across from HP? There isn't a Holiday Inn across HP. There is one behind the Toyota Center, are you talking about that one? The only hotel right off of HP is The Marriott and The Hilton is a block away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HtownWxBoy Posted September 10, 2008 Share Posted September 10, 2008 Holiday Inn Across from HP? There isn't a Holiday Inn across HP. There is one behind the Toyota Center, are you talking about that one? The only hotel right off of HP is The Marriott and The Hilton is a block away.Oopps... I meant the Marriott across from HP... on Main Street... my bad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
desirous Posted September 15, 2008 Share Posted September 15, 2008 Didn't notice much damage on the north side. I was too lazy to walk around to the south side. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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