sevfiv Posted July 1, 2010 Share Posted July 1, 2010 From Isiah Carey's Insite blog:After years of entertaining the community with one of the best live performances in the region Houston's own Scott Gertner confirms he is closing one of the most popular venues - the SkyBar.Gertner pulls no punches on the issue. He says the Montrose Blvd. nightclub is closing because the new owner of the building where his club is located is not making the needed repairs.Gertner says, "they will likely close the building all together."http://carey2.blogspot.com/2010/06/breaking-news-scott-gertners-skybar-is.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmancuso Posted July 2, 2010 Share Posted July 2, 2010 Nothing showing up on permits but I did notice that John S. Chase (architect) offices there..interesting. i worked for them briefly in 2000-2001 when they had offices in the flower district. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbigtex56 Posted October 11, 2010 Share Posted October 11, 2010 From Facebook newsfeed... So what's going to happen to this building? Being demolished? The orange stickers are still on the front doors (inadequate sprinkler system.)Any updates on 3400 Montrose? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spiderroller Posted October 12, 2010 Share Posted October 12, 2010 Cody's.... New Years Eve... '87... '88... sometime around then..... randy, will, tony and the boys.... and the rick's women of course... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fringe Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 Has anyone been to this new restaurant on S. Shepherd? Greatfull TacoTheir press release is rather bizarre. I may have to try them.Greatfull Taco –AND-- Greatfull Taco LIVE !Greatfull Taco (“GT”) is a fresh restaurant in Houston, Texas. Greatfull Taco is the creation and synthesis of businessman,restaurateur, and music fan of Paul West – who owns the idea, the creation and supervision of it Lock, Stock and Taco. GreatfullTaco is best stereotyped as a tacqueria for non-Latin’s (stereotypes are real) - mixing a passion and dedication to food and musicinto an amalgamation of unique and fresh ideas, combinations, flavors and feelings.GT seeks to speak to and connect with its customers in unique and thoughtful ways to stand along the roads of life encouragingthose to keep on track with their own unique journey. GT believes many things and always has an opinion, which frequentlychanges with correction of bias, correction of information, new facts or impressions, and maturity. GT is open from breakfast tolate night and is easily described but difficult to understand. While perhaps labeled “gourmet” tacos, (think the SAT testcomparisons of : McDonalds is to Fuddruckers as Taco Bell is to Greatfull Taco), the food is hardly gourmet, but is fresh andgood. Chef driven taco’s may be another label, but yet GT taco boasts two gourmet venues within the physical space: the OwnersRoom and the Chef’s Table. Located on one of the busiest north-south Houston boulevards, GT arose like a phoenix from theashes of many a failed fortune-losing restaurants, including the latest ashes of Sabetta Wine Café and Bar (an Italian wine café).These failed ventures prove excellent fertilizer for the new concept – Greatfull Taco. GT is assisted by international chefs RiccardoPalazzo-Georgio, and naturalized Citizen Chef Miguel Romero.Obviously paying respect and tribute to the current touring, most “recorded” and long-lasting rock band, The Grateful Dead, GTseeks to feed the masses and entertain the classes. GT serves only beer from the America’s (why import water), wines from aroundthe world (art does have its form), and employ’s common Americans who wish to be better, but uncertain as to whether they are.Greatfull Taco believes in many things, including: aliens exist statistically; musicians and chef’s are common people with specialtalents and sometimes, extraordinary problems; people globally and locally alike and in fact not alike, are very different despitewhat the media and politicians try to dupe us into believing; we Americans are generally no better morally than the other guy orour neighbor; that Cain killed Able – so we can start from there as to what humans are capable of; Roger Rabbit in fact did do it;that the Kennedy conspiracy did occur; way too many musicians either died trying to get a good night sleep or died in their ownvomit; that CSNY got it right in their song about war; that planned immigration/temporary work status is probably good, ormigration will result; that politicians are generally the Hoi Polloi; that old Mad Magazine’s were da bomb; that the world wouldbe a safer happy place if Alfred E. Neuman would win the Presidency; that 1st term prexy Obama is not the master of the universeand doesn’t have the “Force” within him; that advertising and commercials SUCK (except some Scandinavian TV commercials);and in the saying : “I’d rather be MOSHING!”, it is the freedom of choice that allows us to be sinners or not: that marijuanashould be decriminalized immediately; that travel and trade to /with Cuba should have been unrestricted long ago; that a highschool and college education should be compulsory in some form and fashion.GT founder and owner, Paul West is a father, husband (more than once), imperfect, a philanthropist, triathlete, Bar owner,restaurateur, a hedge fund, a ponzi, a patsy, an executive, a board member, sometimes bored member, a friend, a CPA, a goodSamaritan, a car enthusiast, an elitist, a common man and victim of infallibilities, a staunch American, a critic of world politicians,a fan of world leaders; a pacifist, a proponent of non-violent solutions, a concert goer, a buyer of music and a ripper of music, aworld traveler, and sometimes, when called upon, a soldier of fortune and mercenary. Mr. West served corporate time and fullsentence without pardon at Deloitte & Touche, Landry’s Seafood Restaurants, and as part-owner of the Sherlock’s and Baker StreetPub chain. He is a puritan, a sinner, an agent for social and philosophical change, a helper of people, a sometimes ******* andpart-time friend, and fan of the 9:30 Club. He is a fan of Burl Ives, Johnny Cash, Grand Funk Railroad (first album purchase), JackWhite, 30 Seconds to Mars, Crystal Castle, and Slightly Stoopid – not to mention Seattle-based Brandi Carlile and Fences, amongothers. Mr. West, originally from the DC area (a Texan since 1977), still seeks to understand and appreciate country music, and assuch is having the old school country band Burch Creek Band, play live at the actual opening weekend for Greatfull Taco inHouston, and a Johnny Cash Birthday Bash, one weekend later.Greatfull Taco LIVE ! is the expression of GT and Mr. West’s dedication to assisting and promoting new music and musicians tothe unsuspecting public. In a developing partnership with Houston’s Warehouse Live, Greatfull Music LIVE ! will sponsorconcerts, will host live music concerts, and generally seek to support and to assist musicians plying their trade and wares. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kylejack Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 (edited) I hear that if the total ends in an amount over 44 cents, they don't give change on a cash purchase to encourage people to use a credit or debit card. Very strange. Why would you encourage something that costs you a fee? I also hear all the employees are making at least $20 an hour. Tipping is not expected. Edited May 17, 2011 by kylejack Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samagon Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 I hear that if the total ends in an amount over 44 cents, they don't give change on a cash purchase to encourage people to use a credit or debit card. Very strange. Why would you encourage something that costs you a fee? I also hear all the employees are making at least $20 an hour. Tipping is not expected.If I don't get exact change, they certainly should not expect a tip. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
little frau Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 How do they justify not giving change? Is it even legal to not give change?It should be interesting for those flies on the wall, when a big old boy gets all irate on them. Or a big old gal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samagon Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 It is certainly close to not accepting legal tender. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kylejack Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 To clarify, they don't give the coins. They still give the bill change. Still, very strange.Some have said that this practice is common in other places, but I've never heard of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Original Timmy Chan's Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 "Greatfull Taco is best stereotyped as a tacqueria for non-Latin’s"So...it may or may not have food as good as a taqueria, certainly for a much higher price, and without any Mexican beers?I may not have to try it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crunchtastic Posted May 18, 2011 Share Posted May 18, 2011 Reading that release almost makes me want to quit doing advertising for Uncle Sugar, and start doing advertising for people who fail in more interesting ways. Almost. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheNiche Posted May 18, 2011 Share Posted May 18, 2011 Reading that release almost makes me want to quit doing advertising for Uncle Sugar, and start doing advertising for people who fail in more interesting ways. Almost.You should go see the movie Rubber at the River Oaks. It's about a tire that becomes self-aware and that rolls around southern California making humans and small animals explode because it delights in such things. I am instilling brand awareness in you now. You must see it. Your masochistic curiosity and peer pressure from self-proclaimed opinion leaders compel you.And that is why Greatfull Taco will succeed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samagon Posted May 18, 2011 Share Posted May 18, 2011 (edited) To clarify, they don't give the coins. They still give the bill change. Still, very strange.Some have said that this practice is common in other places, but I've never heard of it.yeah, that is still treading a very fine line.if someone advertises a specific price for a service, then they charge more for that service (by not giving you coins back as change) all because they don't want to accept legal tender, yeah, not sure that will last too long. Edited May 18, 2011 by samagon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
htownproud Posted May 18, 2011 Share Posted May 18, 2011 I think they are accepting legal tender--they are accepting your money. they just aren't giving you back any change. if they have a sign explaining this policy, then you should know that's the deal to which you are agreeing. that said, this policy would make the sales tax the company owes to the state very difficult to calculate. just my two cents Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KristinDaugherty Posted May 18, 2011 Share Posted May 18, 2011 Jeez, that's annoying. That better be some WAY good food to get me in past that hippie drivel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LTAWACS Posted May 18, 2011 Share Posted May 18, 2011 So.. if my tab came to $24.43... I can just give them $23.00... right? I mean.. if they can do it so can I... yes? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ToolMan Posted June 10, 2011 Share Posted June 10, 2011 So.. if my tab came to $24.43... I can just give them $23.00... right? I mean.. if they can do it so can I... yes?This is correct. They either round up or down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KinkaidAlum Posted July 13, 2011 Share Posted July 13, 2011 I give this place a big thumbs up. I went with my sister for lunch. Incredible bottled beer selection. Sonic ice for folks that love that like I do. The prices were cheaper than any of the burrito joints nearby. Plus, the slow simmered chicken in my Mexicali taco was absolutely perfect. The corn tortillas were solid too and the rest of the ingredients (avocado slice, homemade pico, and lime wedge) were super fresh. I will definitely go back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jax Posted March 19, 2012 Share Posted March 19, 2012 http://swamplot.com/eatsie-boys-taking-over-kraftsmen-cafe-space-in-montrose/2012-03-19/I'm looking forward to checking out the new brick and mortar Eatsie Boys restaurant. The location is great and I feel like Kraftsmen is a bit boring, so I'm looking forward to the change. Having a new place I can walk to is always nice too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trymahjong Posted May 23, 2012 Share Posted May 23, 2012 http://blog.chron.com/newswatch/2012/05/fire-reported-at-montrose-restaurant/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_cuevas713 Posted September 11, 2012 Share Posted September 11, 2012 What's up with the old Wendys off Westheimer in Montrose? I knew that place would eventually close doors due to the nicer things around it, any idea on plans for the land? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trymahjong Posted September 13, 2012 Share Posted September 13, 2012 http://blogs.houstonpress.com/eating/2012/09/openings_closings_81.php Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LTAWACS Posted September 13, 2012 Share Posted September 13, 2012 I scanned the article... Is this new place any good? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kylejack Posted September 13, 2012 Share Posted September 13, 2012 I scanned the article... Is this new place any good?No reviews of Alma out yet, and Evo doesn't exist yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trymahjong Posted December 6, 2012 Share Posted December 6, 2012 http://www.bizjournals.com/houston/news/2012/11/30/feast-a-best-new-restaurant-to.htmlI liked this place. Now I worry that Restaurants on this part of Westheimer have a harder time staying in business-- first Don Julio's and now them :/ I wonder if L'Oliviers will make it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swtsig Posted December 6, 2012 Share Posted December 6, 2012 don julio's didn't last bc it was garbage tex-mex in a city full of great tex-mex. feast's biggest problem was its accessibility, not so much in terms of the food but in the actual ability to access the restaurant... it literally had no parking and and no driveway, which meant sitting on westheimer waiting for valet. that doesn't fly, especially in houston. even a modest area to pull into off the street like dolce vita or indika would've worked wonders. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skwatra Posted December 6, 2012 Share Posted December 6, 2012 If that's what did it, that's really sad. There is plenty of parking on side streets a few blocks away. Every time I've been on the weekdays they have had a good crowd (small but the place is small). Its never empty.This was good quality unique food, sad to see it go... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fortune Posted December 6, 2012 Share Posted December 6, 2012 The restaurant was a success. The closure I'm sure has nothing to do with it not being success because it was. The restaurant is simply closing because the owners chose not to renew the lease. The chefs/owners I'm sure are just ready to move on to a new project or venture. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houston19514 Posted December 6, 2012 Share Posted December 6, 2012 (edited) The restaurant was a success. The closure I'm sure has nothing to do with it not being success because it was. The restaurant is simply closing because the owners chose not to renew the lease. The chefs/owners I'm sure are just ready to move on to a new project or venture.That's not what the restaurant's owners said. http://www.chron.com/life/food/article/Why-Feast-is-closing-and-what-s-next-4087920.php Edited December 6, 2012 by Houston19514 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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