McNellie's

[asta2]

So whatever happened? Could they not get financing? Haven't heard anything about them at all lately.

[jbrown84]

It's still happening. I just talked to a guy at Banta Companies a few days ago. All of the announced tenants are still on the way.

[metro]

So whatever happened? Could they not get financing? Haven't heard anything about them at all lately.

This is exactly how so many rumors start on this website. If you take the time to go back one page to the original article. You will read the following:

Nelson, 27, intends to open his second McNellie’s Irish pub and restaurant on St. Patrick’s Day, almost three years to the day after the first one launched his food-service career. The Oklahoma City bar will fill 7,000 square feet across two floors of the triangular Plaza Court building at 10th and Walker, within walking distance of the several thousand employees of St. Anthony Hospital, Bone and Joint Hospital, and other health care operations.

It is clearly not St. Patrick's Day yet. Be patient Danielson. All the tenants that were announced for Plaza Court (except Subway) were announced for late spring or later this year.

[jbrown84]

Having been by there recently, it doesn't look like they will be ready to open that soon.

[trison]

It took a lot longer to get permits from the city. Also they had to bring in all new utility service to the building to be able to handle the new restaurants. Construction has started on Irma's, Praire Thunder Baking and McNellies. Also King Emporium looks like it's about ready to open. Go take a look at the lobby. It looks amazing.

[Pete]

It would be great if somebody could go by there and get some photos.

[Stinger]

I drove by Saturday (2-3-07). I can't see McNellies or Irmas opening very soon. Very little progress since I drove by in November.

[trison]

I think Plaza Court tenants will be open around May. Also new Latin Cuisine and Sushi Restaurants are coming at 12th and Walker. Pizza place not far behind.

[metro]

I live a few blocks away, I'll try to swing by and get pics this week.

[Turanacus]

a great bar in plaza court, awesome location with a neat environment.

[jbrown84]

Is it open, Turanacus?

[metro]

No, Turanacus is full of it. I drove by it just a few days ago. Workers were inside doing "gut" work but its still got a long way to go. The original press release said they intend to be open by St. Patty's but I just don't see it opening until the middle to end of next month (April). On another side note, King Emporium is open now but to me it looks like they sell junk. It's almost a cross between a very small thrift store and an antique store.

[jbrown84]

On another side note, King Emporium is open now but to me it looks like they sell junk. It's almost a cross between a very small thrift store and an antique store.

Hmm. Well it's better than nothing?

What about Irma's?

[floater]

No, Turanacus is full of it. I drove by it just a few days ago. Workers were inside doing "gut" work but its still got a long way to go. The original press release said they intend to be open by St. Patty's but I just don't see it opening until the middle to end of next month (April). On another side note, King Emporium is open now but to me it looks like they sell junk. It's almost a cross between a very small thrift store and an antique store.

Hold on there, metro. "great bar in plaza court" doesn't necessarily mean he's been there and that it's open.

[Turanacus]

Turanacus is full of what Metro?

I was referring to McNellies being a cool bar and Plaza Court being a neat environment, with the roundabouts and all. This area is improving nicely. Awesome location as many "locals" can make the drive through neighborhoods, can't wait till it opens.

[jbrown84]

It sure did sound like a review of a place that is already open. It was so brief, you couldn't tell. It looked like a johnnyboy post.

[Turanacus]

my bad . . .

[jbrown84]

no problem, all is cleared up now.

[metro]

It sure did sound like a review of a place that is already open. It was so brief, you couldn't tell. It looked like a johnnyboy post.

Exactly, it sure sounded like a quick review to me, so my apologies Turanacus, but you didn't imply that it wasn't open either since many were asking, "what's the status on this?" You're statement implied of more of "it's awesome". Right now the only open businesses in Plaza Court are Subway and King Emporium. Whomever made the remark that it's better than nothing, I'd have to disagree. I don't see the need for this place or it staying around long, Plaza Court is so small it will fill up fast (almost already has anyways). I'd rather see something fill a niche there like a dry cleaners or something else.

[Pete]

Wow, has this taken a very long time... I wonder why??

It would be interesting to interview several developers and businesses that have opened recently in OKC to determine if there are some city procedures that need to be addressed.

Sometimes it's a simple case of construction delays but if there are hold ups with permits and inspections, citizens need to know that and action should be taken.

Can you imagine how much money McNellie's lost by not be open for St. Patty's?

[BG918]

Once it opens the people of OKC will love McNellie's. If it's anything like the Tulsa one it will be a great pub and a nice anchor for that part of Midtown.

[asta2]

Speaking of...I heard a rumor that there once was a club in the basement of Plaza Court and there is talk of bringing one back. Anyone heard this? I think the club was called Live or Look.

[HOT ROD]

That would be great, got to have good nightlife in urban districts!!! Just imagine the options that we will soon have in the city (and the proximity of most to downtown!!!): A-Alley, Midtown, Bricktown, South Downtown, Uptown, Paseo, 39th Street, Meridian, N. Western, Capitol Hill, S. Western, more?

I think it is great - most big cities have lots of nightlife areas and it seems OKC has definitely got/is getting that message. I and my girl will be in the city for the Arts Festival - I hope McNellie's is open by then and hopefully more announcements to come.

[Superhyper]

McNellie's is a delightful Pub, while i'm not old enough to comment on their rather large supply of booze, their food and atmosphere is great! Mr. Nelson is a really friendly guy, and really knows what he's doing. I hope the one opening here is as good as the Tulsa location.

[soonerguru]

The club in the basement of the Plaza Court building was none other than The Bowery, one of the most legendary Punk/New Wave venues in the United States.

It later relocated to the old church on Classen Blvd.

Many, many seminal bands and artists played The Bowery, and the Replacements even recorded a live album there called "The **** Hits the Fans."