Sid posted this cheery pic the other day on another thread:

Which got me to wondering.... I remember some months back when the place was being renovated, there was a lot of concern about the rather grungy appearance of the site.

Has this been all cleaned up? I mean, it all looks rather nice in that photo.

The issues were with the back of the building, a tacked-on addition and the rooftop, which can be easily seen when walking across the bridge from Deep Deuce.

And no, they haven't been addressed as of yet.

From yesterday...

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Went here last night. Fantastic place. Talking to the bartender, I was really surprised by how small their staff is (2 people + 1 extra help)

3 people, but yeah, it's a small crew. What time were you there last night? I was there too pretty late.

2+1 = 3, Sid ;-)

I was there from like 10 to 12, sitting out on the patio cause holy moly it was a beautiful night.

What in the world is that contraption they have in the corner of the patio area?

I just noticed in the rendering at the top of this article that there's another Skinny Slim's sign on the east of of this establishment. Are the owners still planning for this to be added?

Ah, we were there at the same time. I was inside on the laptop.

Yeah, they have 3 + 1 Sunday helper. That's what I meant. :) Tara, Danielle, and Airon(Owner) are the regular workers. Brian, who works Sunday, actually pulled his last shift this last Sunday.

If you are in again and see a skinny guy with a grey cap, say hi. Cheers.

Well damn, I wish I had known!

The issues were with the back of the building, a tacked-on addition and the rooftop, which can be easily seen when walking across the bridge from Deep Deuce.

And no, they haven't been addressed as of yet.

Oh, ok.

Judging by Will's photos, it doesn't look bad to me. Although the bridge view of the AC unit is not aesthetic splendor.

Seems like that would be easy enough to camouflage that rooftop though. Just tack on a series of two-by-fours (like rafters) and then put some water proof meshing across that.

Aaron Newman Band performing here:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BMNTD9KCMAIrvy_.jpg:large (http://t.co/peujcm6kLv)

You gotta give 'em credit for managing to pack a lot of activity into this tiny building.

Deep Deuce to Bricktown: Dangerous Crossing? | OKC Central (http://blog.newsok.com/okccentral/2013/06/17/deep-deuce-to-bricktown-dangerous-crossing/)

A more complete discussion by Steve.

Deep Deuce to Bricktown: Dangerous crossing? | News OK (http://newsok.com/deep-deuce-to-bricktown-dangerous-crossing/article/3853548)


Since opening earlier this year, Skinny Slims, 201 E Main, has turned into a favorite hangout for downtown workers and residents. The pub has no dedicated parking, but that's all right — many of the customers are walking from nearby Deep Deuce and offices in the Central Business District.
Downtown is changing, and the pedestrian environment is taking root. With that change, a great dialogue, and education, must follow — even if it takes place over drinks at Skinny Slims.

Sid, I didn't realize you were such a baby. LOL

OKC Central blog player (http://bcove.me/ld2w6tkj)

Don't let his age fool you. He has the varied and vast experience of a man twice his age.

And the hat of a man three times his age.

Born in '81 baby! Sometimes I feel rather old. 3 kids do that I guess. ;)

Same age. Class of 2000! Wooh, just typing that made me feel old though.

Born in '81 baby! Sometimes I feel rather old. 3 kids do that I guess. ;)

Are you serious! An elder statesman like you is just a year older than me! Wow do I feel like a loser :)

Don't let his age fool you. He has the varied and vast experience of a man twice his age.

That's easy to tell from his writing. I love his posts.

I surrounded by a sea of babies. :wink:

I surrounded by a sea of babies. :wink:


I've felt that way more times than I can recall, though it's not always age related.

I surrounded by a sea of babies. :wink:

Not entirely!

Not entirely is correct.

As for Sid, he has a grin that cannot be resisted!

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a49/DougLoudenback/misc/sid_burgess_zps351f3ed6.jpg?t=1371772853

Nothing like being hit on by our elder...

Nothing like being hit on by our elder...
That's the fact, Jack.

That's the fact, Jack.

;-) You rock Doug

Fun pics from Skinny's fb page:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BNj44hYCUAAdNUt.jpg:large

Uh-oh, looks like we've got some renegade kids in the neighborhood with colored chalk in hand.


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Funny... I thought I was the only one who read Kipling while downing brewskis at the local pub (guess not).

:)

And right next door to the police station too. There will soon be a crackdown on this hubris.

Very cool idea.

What is the ***** count at?

The chalk is movement growing. We dropped of a few pieces of sidewalk chalk there a few weeks back. People keep using them. I've noticed new chalk too so people are obviously getting in to it. We've ordered a bunch more chalk and will actually be putting a basket, strapped to the bridge so people can come and grab chalk and draw.

It has been really neat to see what people draw.

Sid, this is not a good idea. Drunk Jedicurt fancy's himself an artist, but sober Jedicurt thinks he is terrible.

:)

also, how have you an I not been in Skinny Slims at the same time? i'm there most saturdays.

Very cool idea.

What is the ***** count at?

It'll probably stay at zero until you show up.

It'll probably stay at zero until you show up.


:Sperm:

Had my first visit tonight. I liked it. Nice neighborhood bar feel. Which is something that I've wished for OKC for a while. Patrons seemed to be friendly. I loved Cheers growing up and always wanted to walk into someplace that had the feel of a neighborhood bar and this appears to fit the bill.

Awesome pic! Thanks Sid.

Not long ago...

StreetView (http://goo.gl/maps/Sr2mi)

Here's Sid's crosswalk...

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Is the inside smoke free?

Is the inside smoke free?

Yes.

Super friendly place.

Met people every single time I've been there.

Super friendly place.

Met people every single time I've been there.

I saw you and Sid in there once, and then you again by yourself talking to some other people at the bar. Thought about saying hi both times but didn't want to interrupt.

I saw you and Sid in there once, and then you again by yourself talking to some other people at the bar. Thought about saying hi both times but didn't want to interrupt.

Ha! You should have!

The guy (and his girlfriend) I was talking to at the bar was one of the owners of The Mule. Just struck up a conversation and made the connection.

The guy (and his girlfriend) I was talking to at the bar was one of the owners of The Mule. Just struck up a conversation and made the connection.

Yeah, I remember overhearing him say that. So random to meet them there.

I will be there later this afternoon! Come one 4:30!

Not sure if it has been mentioned, but they are opening a location in Edmond.

Also looks like some limited food options are coming with the new year.

Not sure if it has been mentioned, but they are opening a location in Edmond.

Also looks like some limited food options are coming with the new year.

Any idea where in Edmond? I remember talking to a woman who worked at SS that they were planning on building on a small structure to the north to house a kitchen for some basic pub food. Not sure if that is still happening or not.

Next door to Hideaway on 5th street.

Don't think the kitchen is happening at downtown location, the food looks to be of the finger served-cold variety.

Next door to Hideaway on 5th street.

Don't think the kitchen is happening at downtown location, the food looks to be of the finger served-cold variety.

Are you talking about food happening at both locations or just the Edmond location?

I think the new Edmond location is already open, in the old Home Run Sliders space, immediately east of Hideaway at 128 E. 5th:

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Skinny-Slims-Edmond/735602169801385

Everyone come join us tomorrow morning bright and early for USA vs Slovakia! Am curious what kind of turnout they get - I'll have a group of 3-4 of us at least, so that's a start. Can't wait!!!

I think the new Edmond location is already open, in the old Home Run Sliders space, immediately east of Hideaway at 128 E. 5th:

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Skinny-Slims-Edmond/735602169801385

When I was at Skinny's last week or so, they said in the next few weeks…before March hits for sure.

I wish i could be there. but alas, i will just go into work early, and watch it from there. but great to hear that they will be open early and showing it!

I know they specialize in several different beer types, but what are their scotch choices like? Do they carry any old scotch?

Balvenie or MacAllan 12 year + several Irish whiskeys.

Skinny Slim's Edmond opens next week, maybe the week after.

Balvenie or MacAllan 12 year + several Irish whiskeys.

meh

Most pubs do not carry much of a whisky selection. Just as our whisky bar doesn't have a huge beer selection.

Most pubs do not carry much of a whisky selection. Just as our whisky bar doesn't have a huge beer selection.

Of which whisky bar do you speak?

Of which whisky bar do you speak?

The whiskey bar he owns. WSKY Lounge

The whiskey bar he owns. WSKY Lounge

Thanks

Any update on the Edmond location opening?
Ate at Hideaway a week ago and peeked in the SS window.
Looked like millwork construction in progress at the bar area.

When I was at Skinny's last week or so, they said in the next few weeks…before March hits for sure.

Any updates? March has hit! :)

Any updates? March has hit! :)

Buenos Aires is wonderful city…you should visit :wink: That's the most I can give you right now :) [They don't appear to be open yet, though :/]