sonic0boom Posted October 19, 2011 Share Posted October 19, 2011 Last night i noticed a sign on the old White Oak Bakery (next to Taco's A Go Go) saying that a French cafe is coming soon. Anyone have details? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s3mh Posted October 19, 2011 Share Posted October 19, 2011 "Sale-Sucre" is the name of the place according to permits (there are some accents over the "e"s, so I think it is supposed to be an expression for salty-sweet in French). Beyond that, I don't know. Would be wonderful to have a French cafe in the Heights. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverJK Posted October 19, 2011 Share Posted October 19, 2011 I've been wanting a french bakery/cafe in the hood for a long time. (who knows, maybe i'll open one eventually) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s3mh Posted November 7, 2011 Share Posted November 7, 2011 I walked by this weekend and saw that this place is in full build out mode. Looks like there will be a bar in addition to a dining room. Aside from a coming soon listing on b-4-u eat, I cannot find anything about this place. Anyone know who the owners are? Chefs? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ToolMan Posted November 15, 2011 Share Posted November 15, 2011 http://houston.culturemap.com/newsdetail/11-11-11-france-on-white-oak-new-french-bistro-sale-sucre-is-going-into-houston-new-restaurant-row/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cwrm4 Posted November 16, 2011 Share Posted November 16, 2011 (edited) There seems to be a emerging parking issue for "restaurant row" due to Christian's. Last night I noted that D'amicos and Tacos-a-go-go were relatively empty, yet Christian's was packed out...and there wasn't a single parking space in sight. I had to park in the middle of the parking lot to grab a to-go order from Tacos-a-go-go. While D'amicos has signage for guest spots, it doesn't appear to be enforced. Throwing another establishment into the mix isn't going to help, especially since folks seem to camp out at Christian's for a long time. Edited November 16, 2011 by cwrm4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fwki Posted November 16, 2011 Share Posted November 16, 2011 The main property owner has added paid parking down Threlkeld, and that lot was empty. The pay lot fills up often on weekends and seems to be working well absorbing surplus. All the business and property owners have open lines of communication, much of it face-to-face, so I bet they find a way to work it out as long as the city stays out of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heights_yankee Posted November 16, 2011 Share Posted November 16, 2011 I wouldn't be surprised if they do something like a 2 story garage where the new lot is. Another restaurant owner (not on White Oak) mentioned to me that it had been discussed and that they were possibly waiting to see what the situation would be before they spent that much money.Whether this is just rumor or has any validity, I don't know. It does sound like a good idea, though. Another level of parking could ease some of the congestion but wouldn't be too overpowering to the neighboring businesses or residences.Even if every Heights resident that was at one of these establishments walked or rode their bike, there are still enough people from outside the area that make ample parking necessary. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sonic0boom Posted November 17, 2011 Author Share Posted November 17, 2011 There seems to be a emerging parking issue for "restaurant row" due to Christian's. Last night I noted that D'amicos and Tacos-a-go-go were relatively empty, yet Christian's was packed out...and there wasn't a single parking space in sight.FYI, I believe there was a show at Fitz last night, which would explain the amount of cars for a Tuesday night. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fwki Posted November 17, 2011 Share Posted November 17, 2011 I wouldn't be surprised if they do something like a 2 story garage where the new lot is.....I heard the same thing about a year ago when it all started, and that would explain the money they poured into the lot foundation and slab. I was shocked when they painted stripes on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redant Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 Is there going to be French restaurant? It's been a while and it is not open. Anyone know? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s3mh Posted March 15, 2012 Share Posted March 15, 2012 Yes. It is supposed to be called "Sale Sucre" ("salty sweet" in French). They have been building out the space for a while and are getting pretty close to finishing. Here is an article:http://houston.culturemap.com/newsdetail/11-11-11-france-on-white-oak-new-french-bistro-sale-sucre-is-going-into-houston-new-restaurant-row/I have no idea why it has taken so long to build out. But there has been steady progress every week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheNiche Posted March 15, 2012 Share Posted March 15, 2012 I have no idea why it has taken so long to build out.I blame Wal-Mart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s3mh Posted March 15, 2012 Share Posted March 15, 2012 I blame Wal-Mart.That is just weak. .01/10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJxvi Posted March 15, 2012 Share Posted March 15, 2012 I chuckled. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beline Posted May 26, 2012 Share Posted May 26, 2012 The french bistro, put a sign and they Hiring. The opening is next week end I guess. YEAH!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sonic0boom Posted June 11, 2012 Author Share Posted June 11, 2012 Looks like they opened over the weekend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pleak Posted June 11, 2012 Share Posted June 11, 2012 What is it with these French cafes? The French bakery on Chimney Rock just north of Richmond Ave. has been building a new building on the site of the old El Arroyo about a block away. They have been working on it for what seems like over a year. I think the soccer stadium took less time to build than this 1-story building.I'm wondering if the long build out is actually due to the French work ethic. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverJK Posted June 13, 2012 Share Posted June 13, 2012 They are still in "soft opening" so they aren't open for breakfast yet. Looks nice inside. I'm planning to eat there tomorrow, I think they are going to be very receptive to what the neighborhood wants (they are already making changes based off initial comments customers had). I'll post my review friday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s3mh Posted June 14, 2012 Share Posted June 14, 2012 What is it with these French cafes? The French bakery on Chimney Rock just north of Richmond Ave. has been building a new building on the site of the old El Arroyo about a block away. They have been working on it for what seems like over a year. I think the soccer stadium took less time to build than this 1-story building.I'm wondering if the long build out is actually due to the French work ethic.The owners of the French Riviera Bakery on Chimney Rock are Chinese. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sonic0boom Posted June 14, 2012 Author Share Posted June 14, 2012 The owners of the French Riviera Bakery on Chimney Rock are Chinese.Going out on a limb here, but i think Pleak was being cheeky. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverJK Posted June 15, 2012 Share Posted June 15, 2012 So i went yesterday. The food is pretty good. I had the king prawn dish which I liked a lot and my wife had the mussels (very good). We also had a sweet crepe for dessert. The crepe was okay, but wasn't nearly as good as melange. They are still in beginning stages, so they were VERY slow to bring the food out. The waitress was very nice, and repeatedly apologized for the delay (and made sure to keep our waters/teas full). The issue is that the owner is the only cook. I'm not sure if this is by design, or if he will bring in more chefs/sous chefs as he finalizes the menu. I think once they get in the swing of things and make a few adjustments this should be a good addition to the hood. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skwatra Posted June 15, 2012 Share Posted June 15, 2012 do they have pan de chocolat? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heights_yankee Posted June 15, 2012 Share Posted June 15, 2012 So i went yesterday. The food is pretty good. I had the king prawn dish which I liked a lot and my wife had the mussels (very good). We also had a sweet crepe for dessert. The crepe was okay, but wasn't nearly as good as melange. They are still in beginning stages, so they were VERY slow to bring the food out. The waitress was very nice, and repeatedly apologized for the delay (and made sure to keep our waters/teas full). The issue is that the owner is the only cook. I'm not sure if this is by design, or if he will bring in more chefs/sous chefs as he finalizes the menu. I think once they get in the swing of things and make a few adjustments this should be a good addition to the hood.Would you say this is a casual spot where I could enjoy French food with 2 well behaved children, or seriously adults only? I'm fine either way but thought I would ask before I either bring my kids in or go on a date night with a bunch of families. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverJK Posted June 15, 2012 Share Posted June 15, 2012 i don't think they had any kids items, but there were a bunch of kids there last night. (who doesn't love Crepes right?) I guess family friendly would be a good term, not kid friendly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedScare Posted June 15, 2012 Share Posted June 15, 2012 do they have pan de chocolat? No, but I hear they have chocolate mousse. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heights_yankee Posted June 16, 2012 Share Posted June 16, 2012 i don't think they had any kids items, but there were a bunch of kids there last night. (who doesn't love Crepes right?) I guess family friendly would be a good term, not kid friendly. Good to know. A kids' menu isn't a big deal to me. They often get a regular entree and split it anyway. They would eat the crap out of some steak frites if I would pay that much to feed them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porchman Posted June 16, 2012 Share Posted June 16, 2012 It's terrific. Go. I originally was going to gush - in horrific foodie detail - about the meal. I also was going to gripe about a food blogger there tonight with her giant camera. Let me say this: Go, and if someone flaps around looking for a white Cotes du Rhone, bean them in the head with baguette. Ask Abel for his suggestions from the list. Crepe was tasty. Moules were tasty. Frites were great. Go. Great addition to the neighborhood. Be aware that kitchen service is still catching up. Go...for a casual evening. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skwatra Posted June 17, 2012 Share Posted June 17, 2012 No, but I hear they have chocolate mousse.Top Secret reference, nice. Its been a while... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s3mh Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 Nice "first look" article about Sale' Sucre in the HBJ:http://www.bizjournals.com/houston/blog/2012/06/sale-sucre.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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