dbigtex56 Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 So, this is just what I heard... Wanted to stop by Helios tonight; it was sealed up like a drum. Stopped by the place next door: I'm told she's had enough and has closed down. This strikes me as bad news. Helios was one of the more attractive assets of Houston...IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest danax Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 I never have been there but it looks like an interesting and rare place. Found this on their website about repairs to begin Oct. 30th, which looked hopeful. But further down the page it says, "And thanks for many years of support and for the unforgettable (or unforgivable) memories!" Why would she repair just to close... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
musicman Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 just another sign that montrose is going mainstream.what's next lola's? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
worldlyman Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 I went there once when it had another name, when it was set up more or less as a coffee bar. They had some poetry reading.Yeah, that place was unique. Then again, that was the beauty of the Montrose...those odd bungalows and two story houses which were converted to cafes and shops.How is that two story coffee/wine bar across the street from Cafe Brasil doing, I wonder? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sevfiv Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 Helios was the MausoleumThe place across from Brasil is Agora.It is alright - a little loud and drawing a different crowd these days - I remember actually being able to study there a while ago.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hokieone Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 Helios ran into a bad situation with a neighbor. Some lawyer moved in close by and complained about the noise, similar to the Walter's situation that is going on. I think the owner of Helios said she's had enough and decided to redo the place and have it more of an art space.It does suck - Monday's there used to be really fun and different than the normal place. Kind of a hidden gem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
infinite_jim Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 alotta good artists/musicians got a chance or a start there Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ToolMan Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 just another sign that montrose is going mainstream.what's next lola's?Lola's and Poison Girl will never die! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mkultra25 Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 Helios ran into a bad situation with a neighbor. Some lawyer moved in close by and complained about the noise, similar to the Walter's situation that is going on. Someone moves to Lower Westheimer and complains about noise? What's worse, he actually succeeds in hounding a business owner to the point where she opts to close? I'm glad I lived in Montrose at a time when people like that would've likely been laughed out of the neighborhood. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
groovehouse Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 I'm glad I lived in Montrose at a time when people like that would've likely been laughed out of the neighborhood.Yeah, those days are over... I still think if people want quiet they should move to The Woodlands. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest andriasfault Posted December 31, 2006 Share Posted December 31, 2006 No need to fret. The new "helios" is now on Telephone near Lockwood and is called "bohemeos." Just look it up on the internet. I don't mean to imply that Helios has moved but only that this new establishment may fill the gap left by the exit of Helios since it offers open mic night, poetry readings, bands on the weekends, etc. Another cool place that has opened up recently in the East End is not far and is called Cafe Flores. It is on the corner of Lawndale and Wayside. They have been having music on Fridays and may start doing it on Saturdays also. No alcohol/liquor here and it is much more laid back and not nearly as loud. No bands here, just acoustic artists . . . so far. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subdude Posted January 1, 2007 Share Posted January 1, 2007 No need to fret. The new "helios" is now on Telephone near Lockwood and is called "bohemeos." Just look it up on the internet. I don't mean to imply that Helios has moved but only that this new establishment may fill the gap left by the exit of Helios since it offers open mic night, poetry readings, bands on the weekends, etc. Another cool place that has opened up recently in the East End is not far and is called Cafe Flores. It is on the corner of Lawndale and Wayside. They have been having music on Fridays and may start doing it on Saturdays also. No alcohol/liquor here and it is much more laid back and not nearly as loud. No bands here, just acoustic artists . . . so far.Bohemeos article Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
infinite_jim Posted January 3, 2007 Share Posted January 3, 2007 the east end is looking more appealing everyday Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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