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springcityparts Posted October 10, 2023 Share Posted October 10, 2023 What’s everyone’s thoughts on the Allen’s new light scheme? Definitely a showpiece at night 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted October 10, 2023 Share Posted October 10, 2023 (edited) On 7/29/2023 at 6:32 AM, IntheKnowHouston said: Earlier this week, Houston Chronicle's paywall-free site Chron reported on The Thompson / Thompson Houston's forthcoming coffee shop. Named Maven / Maven Coffee Co., the coffee shop and cafe will be located in the lobby of the hotel. It's one of several food and beverage options opening in the hotel. The coffee shop is from Houston Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. and Juan Carlos Martinez de Aldecoa (Eximus Coffee). Located in The Allen mixed-use development, Maven aims to open in November (at least that's what's indicated on Maven's website and social media). Building permits lists the address for Maven as 1711 Allen Parkway Floor 1. However, the address on Thompson Houston's website lists 1701 Allen Parkway. https://www.chron.com/food/article/astros-mccullers-coffee-cocktails-18257984.php https://mavencoffeecompany.com https://www.instagram.com/mavenhouston/ On 7/29/2023 at 6:41 AM, IntheKnowHouston said: Below is a rendering of Maven's forthcoming brick-and-mortar location at Thompson Houston / The Thompson. The rendering is from Maven's website. The coffee shop and cafe will occupy the lobby area of the hotel. Located in The Allen mixed-use development, Maven is slated to open this fall. Building permits lists the address for Maven as 1711 Allen Parkway Floor 1. However, the address on Thompson Houston's website lists 1701 Allen Parkway. Two permits were pulled yesterday for 1711 Allen Parkway Floor 1: Building permit and Flood Commerical MFam Non Sub permit. The permits are for a coffee bar buildout at The Thompson / Thompson Houston hotel. As previously mentioned, the name of the coffee shop and cafe opening at Thompson Houston is Maven / Maven Coffee Co. It will occupy the lobby area of the hotel. Located in The Allen mixed-use development, Maven is slated to open this fall. Building permits lists the address for Maven as 1711 Allen Parkway Floor 1. However, the address on Thompson Houston's website lists 1701 Allen Parkway. https://mavencoffeecompany.com/locations/the-thompson/ Building permit Flood Commerical MFam Non Sub permit Edited October 10, 2023 by IntheKnowHouston 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dakota79 Posted October 10, 2023 Share Posted October 10, 2023 10 hours ago, emmanume said: What’s everyone’s thoughts on the Allen’s new light scheme? Definitely a showpiece at night I like it but it is a bit bright. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted October 12, 2023 Share Posted October 12, 2023 On 9/15/2023 at 11:11 PM, Yonkers said: Thompson Hotel website states they are opening November 29th. https://www.hyatt.com/thompson-hotels/iahth-thompson-houston "Important Notice Now accepting reservations for stays from November 29, 2023 and beyond." According to a Papercity article published today, Thompson Houston / The Thompson Hotel opens to the public December 21. The article also includes previously released renderings, labeling them as an exclusive first look inside the hotel. From the article: It’s official. The long-awaited, über-chic Thompson Houston hotel is scheduled to open its doors on December 21 and is now accepting reservations. https://www.papercitymag.com/culture/thompson-houston-hotel-first-look-opening-date-images-restaurants/ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted October 12, 2023 Share Posted October 12, 2023 (edited) On 5/14/2023 at 4:37 AM, IntheKnowHouston said: In recent weeks, Thompson Houston, the hotel at The Allen, included details about the three on-site restaurants. There will also be lobby coffee shop and cafe. Thompson Houston is a Hyatt brand hotel. It's estimated to open this fall. Building permits list the address for the hotel as 1711 Allen Parkway. However, Thompson Houston's website lists two other addresses: 1701 Allen Parkway and 1717 Allen Parkway. Details from the website: Yet-to-be-named restaurant, bar, and lounge Swing by with friends or a date for drinks and good times, all set in our chic seventh-floor lounge. There is an update pertaining to the seventh-floor lounge and restaurant in Thompson Houston / The Thompson Hotel. According to a press release sent to Papercity, the name of the seventh-floor lounge and rooftop restaurant is Sol 7. The article doesn't indicate if Sol 7 will open for business when the hotel opens or not. Sol 7 is one of three on-site restaurants opening in Thompson Houston / The Thompson Hotel. The others include: Yet-to-be-named supper club restaurant Yet-to-be-named French brasserie As mentioned several times in this topic, there will also be a coffee shop and cafe in the lobby. The name of the cafe is Maven / Maven Coffee Co. Building permits list the address for the hotel as 1711 Allen Parkway. However, Thompson Houston's website lists two other addresses: 1701 Allen Parkway and 1717 Allen Parkway. https://www.papercitymag.com/culture/thompson-houston-hotel-first-look-opening-date-images-restaurants/ Edited October 12, 2023 by IntheKnowHouston 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted October 12, 2023 Share Posted October 12, 2023 (edited) On 12/14/2022 at 5:55 AM, IntheKnowHouston said: Renderings of The Thompson Hotel at the Allen and the Residences at the Allen. Both are located in the Allen mixed-use development at 1711 Allen Pkwy. The renderings are from what appears to be a sponsored ad published yesterday in Papercity. Spa at the Thompson Houston Hotel Thompson Houston / The Thompson Hotel released more details about Houston's forthcoming Thompson Spa / The Spa at Thompson Houston. The details are from a press release distributed today. From Crave DFW: With an entire floor dedicated to wellness, the full-service spa at Thompson Houston will feature six grand treatment rooms, a hair and nail salon, an indoor and outdoor sanctuary for relaxation, state-of-the-art 24-hour fitness, and spa treatments on par with those of a destination spa resort. Additional wellness amenities will include a sauna, and hotel guests will also receive access to the EOS fitness center, steps from the hotel [in The Allen Lifestyle Pavilion]. https://cravedfw.com/2023/10/11/opening-soon-houstons-most-stylish-hotel-thompson-houston-is-now-accepting-reservations/ As mentioned a few posts above, Thompson Houston / The Thompson Hotel opens to the public December 21, 2023. Building permits list the address for the hotel as 1711 Allen Pkwy. However, Thompson Houston's website lists two other addresses: 1701 Allen Pkwy and 1717 Allen Pkwy. Edited October 12, 2023 by IntheKnowHouston 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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IntheKnowHouston Posted October 12, 2023 Share Posted October 12, 2023 (edited) On 5/14/2023 at 4:37 AM, IntheKnowHouston said: In recent weeks, Thompson Houston, the hotel at The Allen, included details about the three on-site restaurants. There will also be lobby coffee shop and cafe. Thompson Houston is a Hyatt brand hotel. It's estimated to open this fall. Details from the website: Yet-to-be-named supper club restaurant Our supper club-style signature restaurant mixes elevated dining and the finest entertainment for an experience you’ll never forget. Yet-to-be-named French brasserie You don’t need to leave the luxe comforts of our hotel for your next meal. Enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner at our convenient and stylish eatery. Thompson Houston / The Thompson Hotel released a few details pertaining to the hotel's dining options. The details are from a press release distributed today. As previously mentioned, Thompson Houston will include a supper club restaurant and French brasserie. The names of both concepts have not been reported. From Crave DFW: ...Two eclectic restaurants will offer distinct culinary concepts within the hotel. Innovative and chef-driven concepts to open this winter and spring include a supper-club-style restaurant pairing an elevated dining experience with some of the city’s best entertainment and a traditional French brasserie offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner. https://cravedfw.com/2023/10/11/opening-soon-houstons-most-stylish-hotel-thompson-houston-is-now-accepting-reservations/ The other restaurant and lounge opening at Thompson Houston is Sol 7. It will be located on the seventh floor. Additionally, there is a locally-owned coffee shop and cafe in the lobby: Maven / Maven Coffee Co. Thompson Houston / The Thompson Hotel opens to the public December 21, 2023. Building permits list the address for the hotel as 1711 Allen Pkwy. However, Thompson Houston's website lists two other addresses: 1701 Allen Pkwy and 1717 Allen Pkwy. Edited October 12, 2023 by IntheKnowHouston 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hindesky Posted October 12, 2023 Share Posted October 12, 2023 "It’s official. The long-awaited, über-chic Thompson Houston hotel is scheduled to open its doors on December 21 and is now accepting reservations. The just-released first images of the luxe hotel provide a peek into the sleek interiors that are a trademark of the Thompson group." https://www.papercitymag.com/culture/thompson-houston-hotel-first-look-opening-date-images-restaurants/ 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted October 12, 2023 Share Posted October 12, 2023 (edited) 6 minutes ago, hindesky said: "It’s official. The long-awaited, über-chic Thompson Houston hotel is scheduled to open its doors on December 21 and is now accepting reservations. The just-released first images of the luxe hotel provide a peek into the sleek interiors that are a trademark of the Thompson group." https://www.papercitymag.com/culture/thompson-houston-hotel-first-look-opening-date-images-restaurants/ @hindesky Yep...the same news and article was posted yesterday a few posts above... 👇🏿👇🏿👇🏿👇🏿 11 hours ago, IntheKnowHouston said: According to a Papercity article published today, Thompson Houston / The Thompson Hotel opens to the public December 21. The article also includes previously released renderings, labeling them as an exclusive first look inside the hotel. From the article: It’s official. The long-awaited, über-chic Thompson Houston hotel is scheduled to open its doors on December 21 and is now accepting reservations. https://www.papercitymag.com/culture/thompson-houston-hotel-first-look-opening-date-images-restaurants/ Edited October 12, 2023 by IntheKnowHouston Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yonkers Posted October 12, 2023 Share Posted October 12, 2023 On 9/15/2023 at 10:11 PM, Yonkers said: Thompson Hotel website states they are opening November 29th. https://www.hyatt.com/thompson-hotels/iahth-thompson-houston "Important Notice Now accepting reservations for stays from November 29, 2023 and beyond." I guess the Paper City Mag link is correct. I went to the Thompson Houston hotel website and it now says Important Notice Opening December 21, 2023 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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IntheKnowHouston Posted October 21, 2023 Share Posted October 21, 2023 On 7/29/2023 at 5:32 AM, IntheKnowHouston said: Earlier this week, Houston Chronicle's paywall-free site Chron reported on The Thompson / Thompson Houston's forthcoming coffee shop. Named Maven / Maven Coffee Co., the coffee shop and cafe will be located in the lobby of the hotel. It's one of several food and beverage options opening in the hotel. The coffee shop is from Houston Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. and Juan Carlos Martinez de Aldecoa (Eximus Coffee). Located in The Allen mixed-use development, Maven aims to open in November (at least that's what's indicated on Maven's website and social media). Building permits lists the address for Maven as 1711 Allen Parkway Floor 1. However, the address on Thompson Houston's website lists 1701 Allen Parkway. https://www.chron.com/food/article/astros-mccullers-coffee-cocktails-18257984.php https://mavencoffeecompany.com https://www.instagram.com/mavenhouston/ On 7/29/2023 at 5:41 AM, IntheKnowHouston said: Below is a rendering of Maven's forthcoming brick-and-mortar location at Thompson Houston / The Thompson. The rendering is from Maven's website. The coffee shop and cafe will occupy the lobby area of the hotel. Located in The Allen mixed-use development, Maven is slated to open this fall. Building permits lists the address for Maven as 1711 Allen Parkway Floor 1. However, the address on Thompson Houston's website lists 1701 Allen Parkway. A plumbing permit was filed today for Maven / Maven Coffee Co. It's a coffee shop and cafe that will be located in the lobby of Thompson Houston / The Thompson Hotel. Building permits lists the address for Maven as 1711 Allen Parkway Floor 1. However, the address on Thompson Houston's website lists 1701 Allen Parkway. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted October 27, 2023 Share Posted October 27, 2023 On 5/14/2023 at 3:37 AM, IntheKnowHouston said: In recent weeks, Thompson Houston, the hotel at The Allen, included details about the three on-site restaurants... Details from the website: Yet-to-be-named supper club restaurant Our supper club-style signature restaurant mixes elevated dining and the finest entertainment for an experience you’ll never forget. Yet-to-be-named French brasserie You don’t need to leave the luxe comforts of our hotel for your next meal. Enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner at our convenient and stylish eatery. Earlier this week, CultureMap revealed the names of two forthcoming, chef-driven dining concepts at Thompson Hotel / Thompson Houston. One is for the French brasserie restaurant. The other is for the supper club. Chardon is the name of the hotel's French brasserie restaurant. It's described as a "modern twist on the classic French bistro." As for the supper club, it's called Buck 40 / Buck 40 Supper Club. Billed as "a dynamic and social dining experience infused with live entertainment," the restaurant aims to open next summer. Chardon, on the other hand, anticipates a spring debut. A few weeks ago, Thompson Hotel announced the name of its rooftop lounge and restaurant: Sol 7. Along with Sol 7, Chardon and Buck 40 will fall under the management of TableOne Hospitality. The hospitality group is "a spinoff of the acclaimed Mina Group." All three restaurants will be located at 1711 Allen Parkway, according the address on city building permits. However, the address provided by TableOne Hospitality lists 1717 Allen Parkway. More from CultureMap below: The hotel has partnered with TableOne Hospitality to operate all food and beverage operations... All three restaurants will be led by executive chef Alexandre Viriot... Buck 40 will be a more elevated supper club grounded in classic American cuisine. The fine dining restaurant will feature both tableside and experiential service touches as well as nightly live music from a stage located at the central bar. https://houston.culturemap.com/news/restaurants-bars/thompson-hotel-restaurants-the-allen/ 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted October 27, 2023 Share Posted October 27, 2023 (edited) On 5/14/2023 at 3:37 AM, IntheKnowHouston said: In recent weeks, Thompson Houston, the hotel at The Allen, included details about the three on-site restaurants. Details from the website: Our swanky, chef-driven restaurants with exceptional culinary offerings, impeccable service and the finest entertainment offerings make Thompson Houston the ultimate dining destination. https://www.hyatt.com/thompson-hotels/iahth-thompson-houston/dining Yet-to-be-named supper club restaurant Our supper club-style signature restaurant mixes elevated dining and the finest entertainment for an experience you’ll never forget. Yet-to-be-named French brasserie You don’t need to leave the luxe comforts of our hotel for your next meal. Enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner at our convenient and stylish eatery. 24 minutes ago, IntheKnowHouston said: Earlier this week, CultureMap revealed the names of two forthcoming, chef-driven dining concepts at Thompson Hotel / Thompson Houston. One is for the French brasserie restaurant. The other is for the supper club. Chardon is the name of the hotel's French brasserie restaurant. It's described as a "modern twist on the classic French bistro." As for the supper club, it's called Buck 40 / Buck 40 Supper Club. Billed as "a dynamic and social dining experience infused with live entertainment," the restaurant aims to open next summer. Chardon, on the other hand, anticipates a spring debut. A few weeks ago, Thompson Hotel announced the name of its rooftop lounge and restaurant: Sol 7. Along with Sol 7, Chardon and Buck 40 will fall under the management of TableOne Hospitality. The hospitality group is "a spinoff of the acclaimed Mina Group." All three restaurants will be located at 1711 Allen Parkway, according the address on city building permits. However, the address provided by TableOne Hospitality lists 1717 Allen Parkway. More from CultureMap below: The hotel has partnered with TableOne Hospitality to operate all food and beverage operations... All three restaurants will be led by executive chef Alexandre Viriot... Buck 40 will be a more elevated supper club grounded in classic American cuisine. The fine dining restaurant will feature both tableside and experiential service touches as well as nightly live music from a stage located at the central bar. https://houston.culturemap.com/news/restaurants-bars/thompson-hotel-restaurants-the-allen/ There are no websites for Chardon or Buck 40 / Buck 40 Supper Club presently. The same goes for social media. However, web domains were recently registered for both. Also, the restaurants have dedicated pages on TableOne Hospitality's website. Chardon is a French brasserie restaurant. Buck 40 is an "elevated supper club." Both are dining concepts opening next year at Thompson Hotel / Thompson Houston. According to building permits, the address for the restaurants is 1711 Allen Parkway. However, 1717 Allen Parkway is the address on TableOne Hospitality's website. https://www.tableonehospitality.com/chardon https://www.tableonehospitality.com/buckforty http://www.chardonhouston.com http://buckfortysupperclub.com Edited October 27, 2023 by IntheKnowHouston 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted October 27, 2023 Share Posted October 27, 2023 Below is an interior rendering of Toca Madera's forthcoming Houston location. It was included in a Chron.com article last month about new restaurants opening soon. Toca Madera is a contemporary Mexican steakhouse from The Madera Group and Noble 33. It is opening on the ground level of the Allen Lifestyle Pavilion (or The Pavilion at The Allen). The restaurant's address is 1755 Allen Parkway, Suite 101. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidCenturyMoldy Posted October 27, 2023 Share Posted October 27, 2023 From the last set of exterior photos it looks like there is still plywood on the balconies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nate_56 Posted October 27, 2023 Share Posted October 27, 2023 11 minutes ago, MidCenturyMoldy said: From the last set of exterior photos it looks like there is still plywood on the balconies. Slow and steady with this development. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidCenturyMoldy Posted October 27, 2023 Share Posted October 27, 2023 Just now, Nate_56 said: Slow and steady with this development. Emphasis on “slow.” 😁 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KirbyDriveKid Posted October 31, 2023 Share Posted October 31, 2023 (edited) I wasn't totally sold on this development's amenities, but now that I see *drive in movie theater* I am sold. I kid. I think..? (From CityLiving's photo above) Edited October 31, 2023 by KirbyDriveKid 1 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monarch Posted October 31, 2023 Share Posted October 31, 2023 ^^^ actually, the smaller edifice was supposed to include a movie theater in the initial plans. maybe, things have indeed evolved to what you are stating. a DRIVE-IN theater would indeed be the coolest amenity... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kinglyam Posted November 1, 2023 Share Posted November 1, 2023 20 hours ago, monarch said: ^^^ actually, the smaller edifice was supposed to include a movie theater in the initial plans. maybe, things have indeed evolved to what you are stating. a DRIVE-IN theater would indeed be the coolest amenity... Considering how packed that parking lot is with just EoS open, I can't imagine blocking it off for film viewing. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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IntheKnowHouston Posted November 3, 2023 Share Posted November 3, 2023 (edited) On 10/27/2023 at 6:01 AM, IntheKnowHouston said: Earlier this week, CultureMap revealed the names of two forthcoming, chef-driven dining concepts at Thompson Hotel / Thompson Houston. One is for the French brasserie restaurant. The other is for the supper club. Chardon is the name of the hotel's French brasserie restaurant. It's described as a "modern twist on the classic French bistro." As for the supper club, it's called Buck 40 / Buck 40 Supper Club. Billed as "a dynamic and social dining experience infused with live entertainment," the restaurant aims to open next summer. Chardon, on the other hand, anticipates a spring debut. A few weeks ago, Thompson Hotel announced the name of its rooftop lounge and restaurant: Sol 7. Along with Sol 7, Chardon and Buck 40 will fall under the management of TableOne Hospitality. The hospitality group is "a spinoff of the acclaimed Mina Group." All three restaurants will be located at 1711 Allen Parkway, according the address on city building permits. However, the address provided by TableOne Hospitality lists 1717 Allen Parkway. More from CultureMap below: The hotel has partnered with TableOne Hospitality to operate all food and beverage operations... All three restaurants will be led by executive chef Alexandre Viriot... Buck 40 will be a more elevated supper club grounded in classic American cuisine. The fine dining restaurant will feature both tableside and experiential service touches as well as nightly live music from a stage located at the central bar. https://houston.culturemap.com/news/restaurants-bars/thompson-hotel-restaurants-the-allen/ On 11/1/2023 at 3:51 PM, hindesky said: Architect - https://goree.com The architectural barriers project filing for the Thompson Hotel / Thompson Houston Bistro likely pertains to Chardon. It is the French brasserie from TableOne Hospitality. According to TableOne Hospitality's website, Chardon aims to open spring 2024. Edited November 3, 2023 by IntheKnowHouston 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted November 3, 2023 Share Posted November 3, 2023 (edited) On 7/29/2023 at 6:32 AM, IntheKnowHouston said: Earlier this week, Houston Chronicle's paywall-free site Chron reported on The Thompson / Thompson Houston's forthcoming coffee shop. Named Maven / Maven Coffee Co., the coffee shop and cafe will be located in the lobby of the hotel. It's one of several food and beverage options opening in the hotel. The coffee shop is from Houston Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. and Juan Carlos Martinez de Aldecoa (Eximus Coffee). Located in The Allen mixed-use development, Maven aims to open in November (at least that's what's indicated on Maven's website and social media). Building permits lists the address for Maven as 1711 Allen Parkway Floor 1. However, the address on Thompson Houston's website lists 1701 Allen Parkway. https://www.chron.com/food/article/astros-mccullers-coffee-cocktails-18257984.php https://mavencoffeecompany.com https://www.instagram.com/mavenhouston/ CultureMap has a few additional details about Maven ( Maven Coffee + Cocktails / Maven Coffee Co.) in an article published earlier today: Maven’s location at the Thompson Hotel will be located on the first floor. It will serve coffee, pastries, and cocktails to both hotel guests and locals. https://houston.culturemap.com/news/restaurants-bars/maven-coffee-cocktails-locations-lance-mccullers/ As previously mentioned, Maven is a coffee shop and cafe located in the lobby of The Thompson Hotel / The Thompson Houston. The coffee shop is a joint venture between Houston Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. and Juan Carlos Martinez de Aldecoa (Eximus Coffee). Building permits lists the address for Maven as 1711 Allen Parkway Floor 1. However, the address on Thompson Houston's website lists 1701 Allen Parkway. Edited November 3, 2023 by IntheKnowHouston 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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