lockmat Posted December 10, 2007 Share Posted December 10, 2007 Yeah, I drove by the other day as well. It's coming along very fast. It seems weird to have such a big structure so close to the road not in downtown. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bkjones98 Posted December 10, 2007 Share Posted December 10, 2007 Yeah, I drove by the other day as well. It's coming along very fast. It seems weird to have such a big structure so close to the road not in downtown.I agree. It feels like it is leaning over Westheimer and Kirby--I like it!What is the scoop on the retail tenants? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheNiche Posted December 10, 2007 Share Posted December 10, 2007 This thing is truly going to rock our world.Probably not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mister X Posted December 10, 2007 Share Posted December 10, 2007 O.K. then, this thing is truly going to rock the intersection of Kirby and Westhiemer. It's not the 'world' but it will probably rock us more than if they were building a gas station or CVS on that corner.Seriously tho, what's not to like? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheNiche Posted December 10, 2007 Share Posted December 10, 2007 (edited) O.K. then, this thing is truly going to rock the intersection of Kirby and Westhiemer. It's not the 'world' but it will probably rock us more than if they were building a gas station or CVS on that corner.Seriously tho, what's not to like?Agreed. There's nothing at all that I dislike, just that the only reason that I'll probably ever go there is if some business acquaintence insists on meeting there for lunch or if I need to tour it for work-related purposes. I don't know what tenants will end up there, but I do know right now that they won't be my cup of tea.So no, it's very unlikely that it'll rock my world. Edited December 10, 2007 by TheNiche Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crunchtastic Posted December 10, 2007 Share Posted December 10, 2007 More people right across the street means Whole Foods is going to be even more like bumper cars, leaving my world un-rocked. But sure, way, way better than a bank and CVS. Does Whole Foods have plans to expand/move? Seems like I've heard that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheNiche Posted December 10, 2007 Share Posted December 10, 2007 Does Whole Foods have plans to expand/move? Seems like I've heard that.Not from that location. They're going to close their store on Woodway near Voss when the big flagship store opens at BLVD Place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricco67 Posted January 13, 2008 Share Posted January 13, 2008 According to Sarnoff at the Chronicle, the additional phases might be increasing from their original plans. While they mentioned an additional Condo, Hotel, Office, and additional shopping. I mean, good lord!The teaser about the old Texaco Building (1111 Rusk) that might be turned into another Luxury hotel has gotten me curious. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houston19514 Posted January 13, 2008 Share Posted January 13, 2008 According to Sarnoff at the Chronicle, the additional phases might be increasing from their original plans. While they mentioned an additional Condo, Hotel, Office, and additional shopping. I mean, good lord!The teaser about the old Texaco Building (1111 Rusk) that might be turned into another Luxury hotel has gotten me curious.That was the most interesting column Sarnoff has filed in years. But there was no "teaser" about the old Texaco building. Just a statement recounting the fact that it was supposed to have been redeveloped into a Ritz-Carlton back in the 90s. Either before the work started or while it was happening, the project changed to a Renaissance Hotel. And then work stopped completely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roadrunner Posted January 13, 2008 Share Posted January 13, 2008 I'm not sure where they can expand this project. Maybe south of Kipling? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricco67 Posted January 13, 2008 Share Posted January 13, 2008 I think what they mean by "expand" is "going up". That should start raising the ire of of River Oak's residents in as soon as they realize this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houston19514 Posted January 13, 2008 Share Posted January 13, 2008 I think what they mean by "expand" is "going up". That should start raising the ire of of River Oak's residents in as soon as they realize this.No. They are looking at acquiring nearby tracts of land. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lockmat Posted January 13, 2008 Share Posted January 13, 2008 (edited) No. They are looking at acquiring nearby tracts of land.right..."The developers are looking at nearby tracts for what could lead to a hotel, office space, condo tower and more shopping space."---------------I really really like this..."He said West Ave will have an "organic" feel with primarily local and regional tenants, including clothing stores and restaurants." Edited January 13, 2008 by lockmat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricco67 Posted January 13, 2008 Share Posted January 13, 2008 See what happens when you read an article in a sleep deprived mode? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheNiche Posted January 14, 2008 Share Posted January 14, 2008 I really really like this..."He said West Ave will have an "organic" feel with primarily local and regional tenants, including clothing stores and restaurants."As intense as the competition between these upscale developments is, I don't see how independent local retailers could possibly be left out of the marketing plan. In fact, I kind of wonder just how aggressive they'll have to be...could be a unique and interesting approach to leasing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jax Posted January 14, 2008 Share Posted January 14, 2008 "He said West Ave will have an "organic" feel with primarily local and regional tenants, including clothing stores and restaurants."One example of that is the fact that Inversion Coffee House beat out Starbucks for a spot at West Ave. I think that's pretty cool... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rsb320 Posted April 8, 2008 Share Posted April 8, 2008 Swamplot has an article today naming some of the retail that has signed up for this location. http://swamplot.com/ Looks like there will be lots of places to eat and drink. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sidegate Posted April 9, 2008 Share Posted April 9, 2008 I can't wait for this to open. Already that stretch of Kirby has a radically different "feel" to it with the inviting pedestrian mall and the highrise opposite. My enthusiasm is tempered somewhat though by the implications for traffic in the area. I wonder if cops will be on hand a la Highland Village to help keep things running smoothly at busy times. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jax Posted April 9, 2008 Share Posted April 9, 2008 I took this last night at Chuy's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jc281 Posted April 9, 2008 Share Posted April 9, 2008 great pic Jaxtenants look good: * Cru, a wine bar with food, was founded in Dallas but already has a location open in The Woodlands. With the ambience of a European caf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crunchtastic Posted April 9, 2008 Share Posted April 9, 2008 The Social House sounds promising. I didn't know anyone in the South was doing this yet. Very popular in England and the Pac Northwest, at least from what I see in fancy foodie mags.I'm suprised to see Swig on the list. Very tired, very 90s. Hazelnut Choco-tinis and tourists, anyone? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
musicman Posted April 9, 2008 Share Posted April 9, 2008 I'm suprised to see Swig on the list. Very tired, very 90s.kinda like chuy's Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capnmcbarnacle Posted April 9, 2008 Share Posted April 9, 2008 kinda like chuy'sI don't want to turn this into a food thread, but how dare you. On a related Chuy's/West Ave. topic, there have been numerous rumblings in the neighborhood (from the Avalon Place homeowner's asociation newsletter, no less) that Chuy's lease is not being renewed and that West Ave. expansion is looking toward the site where Chuy's and Rickshaw are located. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rsb320 Posted April 9, 2008 Share Posted April 9, 2008 I can't wait for this to open. Already that stretch of Kirby has a radically different "feel" to it with the inviting pedestrian mall and the highrise opposite. My enthusiasm is tempered somewhat though by the implications for traffic in the area. I wonder if cops will be on hand a la Highland Village to help keep things running smoothly at busy times.As I understand it, Kirby will we widened and reconstructed. The number of lanes will not change, they'll just increase the width of the lanes. They'll also put in a center esplanade with turning bay lanes. This setup will probably force people to take the direction of the side of the street they're on and hook a U-Turn from one of the 'cuts'.So far, coming from the south, construction has made it up to University Blvd. They are placing these giant culverts for drainage beneath. Seriously, you could drive an SUV through them. The construction phase will be a nightmare, but overall, I think this contractor is doing a pretty good job at not disrupting traffic flow as much as possible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sidegate Posted April 9, 2008 Share Posted April 9, 2008 I don't want to turn this into a food thread, but how dare you. On a related Chuy's/West Ave. topic, there have been numerous rumblings in the neighborhood (from the Avalon Place homeowner's asociation newsletter, no less) that Chuy's lease is not being renewed and that West Ave. expansion is looking toward the site where Chuy's and Rickshaw are located.I agree. Chuy's rawks!! Disappointed to hear that, but hardly surprised. Chuy's is the one place that my family remembers in Houston when they talk about their visits here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricco67 Posted April 9, 2008 Share Posted April 9, 2008 I'm suprised to see Swig on the list. Very tired, very 90s. Hazelnut Choco-tinis and tourists, anyone?kinda like chuy'sI don't want to turn this into a food thread, but how dare you.I agree. Chuy's rawks!! Disappointed to hear that, but hardly surprised. Chuy's is the one place that my family remembers in Houston when they talk about their visits here.I have to agree. I'm a VERY picky eater when it comes to Mexican food and chuy's is quite good. As far as the party atmosphere goes, not so much. On a related Chuy's/West Ave. topic, there have been numerous rumblings in the neighborhood (from the Avalon Place homeowner's asociation newsletter, no less) that Chuy's lease is not being renewed and that West Ave. expansion is looking toward the site where Chuy's and Rickshaw are located.Really? Do you think they might go to that side and add a skybridge? Crossing THAT street is either suicidal or grow old waiting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
musicman Posted April 9, 2008 Share Posted April 9, 2008 I agree. Chuy's rawks!! Disappointed to hear that, but hardly surprised. Chuy's is the one place that my family remembers in Houston when they talk about their visits here.sounds like good inspiration for an article on stuffwhitepeoplelike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sidegate Posted April 9, 2008 Share Posted April 9, 2008 why is white people's taste in food any less valid than anyone else's? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jax Posted April 9, 2008 Share Posted April 9, 2008 (edited) I love Chuy's as well. The fajitas are great (the only thing I usually eat there), and cheap compared to some other places, and the salsa is one of my favorites ever!My girl and I ate there last night for $12 between the two of us and we were stuffed. That's hard to beat. My biggest complaint is that it's too popular and sometimes you have to wait for a table.By the way, next time I go I'll bring my real camera and get a better photo. The quality of the one I posted isn't the best (cell phone photo). Edited April 9, 2008 by Jax Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rsb320 Posted April 9, 2008 Share Posted April 9, 2008 Jax, I don't think you're capable of taking a bad picture, whatever the camera. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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