Pump Bar

[Pete]

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Information & Latest News

1/21/14: Building permit application for restrooms
11/7/13: $185,000 Building Permit

Links

County Assessor Record

Gallery

[CaptDave]

Looks like a fun concept - hope it does well.

[OSUMom]

Is this going to be like the old Pump's was?

[kevinpate]

Does look interesting, and I am not a big patio type of person. Was tired when I first looked at the drawing and had a (very) juvenile chuckle over the shiny trailer being converted to an outhouse. Airstream ... as a toliet. Not near as funny now, but I could not stop chuckling earlier.

[UnclePete]

Is the Governor's Mansion at 24th and North Walker as in the picture? And does it have a landing strip?

[edcrunk]

Is the Governor's Mansion at 24th and North Walker as in the picture? And does it have a landing strip?

I saw that too, lol, I wonder what all that is about.

[kevinpate]

The Mont in Norman has a fair sized interior, but I'm told it's patio dining stays fuller more often than it stands empty. I say told because I am apparently a Norman fluke as it's never had a huge appeal to me. Not bad, and I go there if someone is big on going, but it's really not on my hey, what about _ list at all.

[huskysooner]

I am fairly certain this project is going to be reviewed by the Historic Preservation Committee this Wednesday (April 3rd) at 2:00 pm at City Hall due to its location within the boundaries of the Paseo (just barely). I have family members who are very involved in the Uptown 23rd organization as well as the neighborhood associations of some of the historic neighborhoods that line 23rd street. They tell me that there are some very vocal opponents of this develop for fear that it will bring an unwanted element to the area. I imagine this contingent will be there on Wednesday to voice their opposition.

In my opinion, these people have a very incorrect view of what type of people this place will attract. The city's young professionals will flock to this place - not indigents or trouble makers. Such a place would be a major amenity to any neighborhood and will undoubtedly increase the attractiveness of nearby housing. The lack of these types of places (well-designed, urban beer garden) is what leads to talented graduates pursuing jobs in cities like Fort Worth, Austin and Denver. Believe me, I know quite a few.

It would be a terrible misstep for this project to be delayed or disapproved due to a vocal minority that doesn't want to see their neighborhood become a vibrant urban district where people WANT to live. It reminds me of the small group from Heritage Hills/Mesta that threw a fit about The Edge at Midtown.

[bchris02]

I am fairly certain this project is going to be reviewed by the Historic Preservation Committee this Wednesday (April 3rd) at 2:00 pm at City Hall due to its location within the boundaries of the Paseo (just barely). I have family members who are very involved in the Uptown 23rd organization as well as the neighborhood associations of some of the historic neighborhoods that line 23rd street. They tell me that there are some very vocal opponents of this develop for fear that it will bring an unwanted element to the area. I imagine this contingent will be there on Wednesday to voice their opposition.

In my opinion, these people have a very incorrect view of what type of people this place will attract. The city's young professionals will flock to this place - not indigents or trouble makers. Such a place would be a major amenity to any neighborhood and will undoubtedly increase the attractiveness of nearby housing. The lack of these types of places (well-designed, urban beer garden) is what leads to talented graduates pursuing jobs in cities like Fort Worth, Austin and Denver. Believe me, I know quite a few.

It would be a terrible misstep for this project to be delayed or disapproved due to a vocal minority that doesn't want to see their neighborhood become a vibrant urban district where people WANT to live. It reminds me of the small group from Heritage Hills/Mesta that threw a fit about The Edge at Midtown.

I totally agree with you here. Though the brain drain has slowed, it is still alive and well. As a twentysomething myself, many nights I find myself regretting my move to OKC for that reason among others. NIMBYs need to be smart about what developments they support vs what they oppose.

[dankrutka]

I am fairly certain this project is going to be reviewed by the Historic Preservation Committee this Wednesday (April 3rd) at 2:00 pm at City Hall due to its location within the boundaries of the Paseo (just barely). I have family members who are very involved in the Uptown 23rd organization as well as the neighborhood associations of some of the historic neighborhoods that line 23rd street. They tell me that there are some very vocal opponents of this develop for fear that it will bring an unwanted element to the area. I imagine this contingent will be there on Wednesday to voice their opposition.

In my opinion, these people have a very incorrect view of what type of people this place will attract. The city's young professionals will flock to this place - not indigents or trouble makers. Such a place would be a major amenity to any neighborhood and will undoubtedly increase the attractiveness of nearby housing. The lack of these types of places (well-designed, urban beer garden) is what leads to talented graduates pursuing jobs in cities like Fort Worth, Austin and Denver. Believe me, I know quite a few.

It would be a terrible misstep for this project to be delayed or disapproved due to a vocal minority that doesn't want to see their neighborhood become a vibrant urban district where people WANT to live. It reminds me of the small group from Heritage Hills/Mesta that threw a fit about The Edge at Midtown.

Good lord. What is wrong with people in this city? Must this happen over and over? Hopefully not.

[rezman]

Good lord. What is wrong with people in this city? Must this happen over and over? Hopefully not.

That is why it is called the Hysterical Society.

[Mr. Cotter]

They tell me that there are some very vocal opponents of this develop for fear that it will bring an unwanted element to the area.

What "element" could be worse than a boarded up gas station? I would be here often, if opened, and I hope to get that chance.

Oh, and I'm a clean cut lawyer under 30. Lock your doors, southern Paseo - Mr. Cotter is on the loose!

[BDP]

What "element" could be worse than a boarded up gas station? I would be here often, if opened, and I hope to get that chance.

Oh, and I'm a clean cut lawyer under 30. Lock your doors, southern Paseo - Mr. Cotter is on the loose!

Ha.

No doubt it's a strange perspective for them to have given its immediate surroundings. The few blocks above 23rd right there really are hit or miss, and that's kind of being polite. I love uptown and the Paseo, but let's be honest, it's no Heritage Hills or Crown Heights. In other words, it's kind of surprising to have some snooty complaining from the locals going on about this one.

[pickles]

In my opinion, these people have a very incorrect view of what type of people this place will attract. The city's young professionals will flock to this place - not indigents or trouble makers.

Who are these people that have this view, and why are they so tone deaf? This place is going to be an extraordinary success.

[warreng88]

Who are these people that have this view, and why are they so tone deaf? This place is going to be an extraordinary success.

Probably older people who would prefer a Luby's than a place like The Service Station in Norman.

[kevinpate]

Looking forward to this happening.

[kevinpate]

Y'all seem bound and determined to get me to make more trips to the city than I normally make. And even if that isn't really why this project is going forward, how about we just lemme enjoy the thought for a spell before ya come along and stomp on it.

[Teo9969]

Y'all seem bound and determined to get me to make more trips to the city than I normally make. And even if that isn't really why this project is going forward, how about we just lemme enjoy the thought for a spell before ya come along and stomp on it.

Ummm…I think that's exactly what we're trying to do...

[Plutonic Panda]

Are the edges around the top going to be lit up?

[dankrutka]

Cool.

[Teo9969]

Pete, the article says "Western" instead of "Walker"

[OKCisOK4me]

Pete, the article says "Western" instead of "Walker"

I saw that too but elected not to say anything since the renderings show Walker.

[BBatesokc]

Looks very cool. I hope they have enough indoor tables for the 3/4 of the year that most patrons will want to eat inside.

[onthestrip]

Looks awesome.

And patios can work in Oklahoma, you just have to put a little more effort into than a table on concrete.

[edcrunk]

That's really cool. My partner and I have been haggling over the building next door for a while.