houparent Posted August 9, 2014 Share Posted August 9, 2014 (edited) Asking as a new transplant - seems to me all things I noted (new restaurant/bakery/bar, renovated Baldwin and Grover Parks, Superblock, reconstucted walkable Caroline St, etc) will be located in or walkable from this EAST Midtown neighborhood (EAST of Main St, not west as I say above which west side has already seen a good deal of development and property cost increase it seems ...and north of Elgin and south of McGowen or so), and also walkable to the new Midtown Arts Theater coming, and to the McGowen rail stop, and only mins driving from downtown, med ctr, museums ....from my viewpoint, it seems a lot of good things, would be great if it continues to develop, seems all very positive for future of that east midtown neighborhood .... Edited August 9, 2014 by houparent 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrLan34 Posted August 11, 2014 Share Posted August 11, 2014 (edited) 2301 Main is currently being remodeled into a bar. https://www.google.com/maps/preview?ie=UTF-8&q=2301+main+houston&layer=c&z=17&iwloc=A&sll=29.746733,-95.372615&cbp=13,121.0,0,0,0&cbll=29.746854,-95.372846&ei=yvLoU-SxH-W88QGdhYGACA&ved=0CB0QxB0wAA Edited August 11, 2014 by DrLan34 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kylejack Posted August 11, 2014 Share Posted August 11, 2014 There's a new bar/lounge that's opened up in the old barcadia spot across from the superblock. I never heard anything about it or saw remodeling crews, but they had their soft opening tonight. 60's themed with the place decked out in retro furniture and decorations. It looks like a classy change to what Midtown is used to. What's it called? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phillip_white Posted August 11, 2014 Share Posted August 11, 2014 In true Midtown fashion, there is a guy sleeping on the sidewalk in the streetview you listed. Do you have any other info on the remodel? Is there a TABC application on the door?2301 Main is currently being remodeled into a bar. https://www.google.com/maps/preview?ie=UTF-8&q=2301+main+houston&layer=c&z=17&iwloc=A&sll=29.746733,-95.372615&cbp=13,121.0,0,0,0&cbll=29.746854,-95.372846&ei=yvLoU-SxH-W88QGdhYGACA&ved=0CB0QxB0wAA It's called GAGE. http://www.gagelounge.com/What's it called? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
htownproud Posted August 11, 2014 Share Posted August 11, 2014 best of luck to the folks at Gage, but that location sucks. the greyhound and mcdonalds scare folks away. perhaps when skyhouse and alliance are full, there will be a local crowd that can support a bar at that location. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kylejack Posted August 11, 2014 Share Posted August 11, 2014 best of luck to the folks at Gage, but that location sucks. the greyhound and mcdonalds scare folks away. perhaps when skyhouse and alliance are full, there will be a local crowd that can support a bar at that location. Proof is doing fine. Mongoose vs. Cobra and Leon's are doing fine. It's far enough away that the station isn't an issue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
htownproud Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 Proof is doing fine. Mongoose vs. Cobra and Leon's are doing fine. It's far enough away that the station isn't an issue.Okay, I thought this was going in where Wharhol's was. You're right, this far enough away from the greyhound. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
houparent Posted August 13, 2014 Share Posted August 13, 2014 (edited) Accidentally posted here - can't figure out how to delete it entirely (thus this message now), apologies Edited August 13, 2014 by houparent Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phillip_white Posted August 15, 2014 Share Posted August 15, 2014 (edited) Snapped this today and talked to one of the guys behind the project. The conceptual renderings he showed me look amazing, but this will be a really cool project even if it's half as nice as what's planned. edit: Sorry for taking this picture with a potato... (2301 Main St. - Suede Lounge, LP) Edited August 15, 2014 by phillip_white 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrLan34 Posted August 16, 2014 Share Posted August 16, 2014 Snapped this today and talked to one of the guys behind the project. The conceptual renderings he showed me look amazing, but this will be a really cool project even if it's half as nice as what's planned. edit: Sorry for taking this picture with a potato... (2301 Main St. - Suede Lounge, LP) 2014-08-15 16.51.41.jpg Looks like it use to be downtown at 1000 Prairie http://www.chron.com/entertainment/restaurants-bars/gallery/Houston-bars-that-have-closed-84593/photo-6216570.php Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phillip_white Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 This section on Main is a hot spot so I've two updates in one post: The bar/lounge next to Capitol Bar is getting framed out, definitely showing progress now.The former school across from Alexan Midtown is almost completely guttedBUUUUUUT... it looks like they've changed the applicant on the TABC notice. I hope this doesn't cause any delays or change the concept from that awesome rendering I was shown. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrLan34 Posted August 24, 2014 Share Posted August 24, 2014 (edited) Any word on what is going on? Looks to be a new fence at Chenevert and McGowen. Edited August 24, 2014 by DrLan34 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phillip_white Posted September 5, 2014 Share Posted September 5, 2014 2401 Main getting closer to being a habitable environ. Sorry for the flash shot against the glass, but that's the only way I could get anything to show up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
houparent Posted September 10, 2014 Share Posted September 10, 2014 http://blog.chron.com/foodchronicles/2014/09/sneak-peak-at-ambitious-weights-measures-project/ Weights and Measures restaurant/bakery/cafe/barCaroline and Tuam/Dennis 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phillip_white Posted September 28, 2014 Share Posted September 28, 2014 2401 Main (aka Traffic Lounge) looks to be a month or two away from opening. Also, it looks like the development that was planned across from Alexan apartments has had some reorganizing and the TABC application has been reissued under the name Rose Club. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swtsig Posted September 29, 2014 Share Posted September 29, 2014 anyone have any idea what the word on the street is for Wooster's Garden at 3315 Milam??? Looks like they were originally planning on opening a couple of months ago but have been delayed. it looks like a really cool spot: http://houston.eater.com/2014/7/17/6185497/woosters-garden-to-open-late-july-in-midtown Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phillip_white Posted September 30, 2014 Share Posted September 30, 2014 anyone have any idea what the word on the street is for Wooster's Garden at 3315 Milam??? Looks like they were originally planning on opening a couple of months ago but have been delayed. it looks like a really cool spot: http://houston.eater.com/2014/7/17/6185497/woosters-garden-to-open-late-july-in-midtown Ask, and you shall receive: (from their facebook page) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naviguessor Posted September 30, 2014 Share Posted September 30, 2014 Now... I have to go! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phillip_white Posted September 30, 2014 Share Posted September 30, 2014 Anyone know what's up with the lot at Caroline & McGowen? It's been completely cleared of the overgrown brush and trees, and the gate is locked for the first time that I can remember.. Further investigation reveals that an LLC was formed last year under 2515 Caroline, Ltd. I hope they get something going before the Caroline street renovation begins! This might be a good place for a mixed use with a quick casual restaurant or coffee shop anchor, but I'm hoping for anything other than townhouses. ^Is this too much to ask for? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrLan34 Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 (edited) 1. I heard the food kiosk at the renovated park at Bagby and Grey has secured a tenant and there could be some signage in the next couple of months. 2. The medical building at W Gray and Valentine is also shaping up and looks like it could be ready for move in sometime over the next few months (possibly a Dental office). 3. The former Double Cross space under Post Midtown has a Minuti Coffee Coming Soon sign. http://minuticoffee.com/ Edited October 6, 2014 by DrLan34 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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skwatra Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 1. I heard the food kiosk at the renovated park at Bagby and Grey has secured a tenant and there could be some signage in the next couple of months. I heard that the kiosk food was going to be from Cyclones? Not a reliable source, just talk. Any one know what the plan is for that kiosk? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrLan34 Posted October 7, 2014 Share Posted October 7, 2014 (edited) Some potential new developments. - Surveyors at W Gray and Wilson - Townhouses at Valentine and Victor Edited October 7, 2014 by DrLan34 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phillip_white Posted October 7, 2014 Share Posted October 7, 2014 It looks like they finally started ground work for the townhouses that will replace the homeless shelter on Austin (between McIlhenny and Hadley) that was torn down last year. I'm happy that the former drug den is being replaced, but it looks like my view of skyline will be gone in a few short months. Le sigh. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrLan34 Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 (edited) I heard that the kiosk food was going to be from Cyclones? Not a reliable source, just talk. Any one know what the plan is for that kiosk? Food Kiosk: http://www.ricosmidtown.com/314 Gray St: http://fluffbakebar.com/ Edited October 8, 2014 by DrLan34 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phillip_white Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 Looks like Traffic Lounge is close to opening. Yet another rail-side spot in Midtown! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrLan34 Posted October 21, 2014 Share Posted October 21, 2014 (edited) I noticed two interesting things while walking around Midtown yesterday. 1. Jazz player at the corner of West Gray and Bagby2. White guy on a bike with a rasta hat going from store front to store front trying to sell some key chains and other hand made items I think Midtown might be getting more diverse... I hope to see more of this. Edited October 21, 2014 by DrLan34 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howard Huge Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Heard from a buddy who works at Blackfinn, they are shuttering soon.Guess they weren't making enough money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Avossos Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Heard from a buddy who works at Blackfinn, they are shuttering soon.Guess they weren't making enough money.Interesting. Can't say that I'm upset. Didn't care for it. But it seems like rents in that area are too high. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kbates2 Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 I liked the set-up from Blackfinn but the food does suck. I live about a block from there and rarely ever go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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