Pizzeria Gusto

[Pete]

From their Facebook page:

[Pete]

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Some observations from that rendering:

1) The entrance is in the center instead of on the north end in the floor plan they had previously sumbitted
2) Looks like they are planning to put some sort of marble over the brick front columns and above the storefront; behind the main sign as well
3) Old ghost signs to be painted over

[jrod]

Sharp! I like it.

[soonerguru]

That looks really slick.

[ljbab728]

From Steve's blog.

A New Glimpse of the Future Pizzeria Gusto at The Rise | News OK

[Pete]

From the PG FB page:

[Pete]

From warreng88:

[soonerguru]

Work has seemingly halted. Instead of the patronizing replies, it would be nice if people would just provide a realistic ETA.

[Pete]

Yes, this is not simply a case of "renovation projects are tricky".

There have been several changes to the plans (egress and the like) which have slowed things dramatically. Then there was a hold on some building permits due to other various issues (some are still holds in effect) and finally one of their key players (Jeremy Foraker) left Land Run just after this project got rolling. Steve also made reference to "internal problems" in his last chat.

Fortunately for Land Run, the tenants don't really have the option of simply going elsewhere. And even if they wanted to, I suspect all of them have a decent amount invested in design, plans and equipment specifically for their space.

The only tenant I know that has bailed is the Okay See, which has set up shop at The Hub on Film Row.

Also, nothing at all has happened regarding the boarded-up cottages and fourplex that Land Run acquired as a part of this redevelopment.


Really hope they get rolling soon but there are still dirt floors in a good part of the space and we are almost into July. Hard to imagine this all coming together and the tenants getting all their work done in just a few months.

[Pete]

The latest renderings; floor plan and signage has changed slightly. Also, you can see details of the south and west exposures.

[Martin]

i think the updates to the front façade are an improvement... like it. -M

[Chadanth]

Sadly, it seems this is the only project in that area to be making progress. I hope the failures and potential loss of quality tenants at the Rise don't hurt them.

[Pete]

^

Pump Bar is moving along pretty well, but both it and Gusto are in their own buildings and not part of the eternal delays in the main structure of The Rise.

[Chadanth]

^

Pump Bar is moving along pretty well, but both it and Gusto are in their own buildings and not part of the eternal delays in the main structure of The Rise.

True, and I look forward to both. However, the current state of their (ahem) neighbors is a detractor.

[Pete]

Plus, The Rise has to get the parking lot and drives done before anyone can open.

[Mel]

I am going to hijack the thread for just a moment. My wife has digestive problems that demands a bland diet. I eat the same along with her to support her. Reading about all the food porn on this forum really helps. Some of y'all really have a gift at describing a meal and restaurant. Just want to say thanks. I feel like a food shut in sometimes.

[Chadanth]

Plus, The Rise has to get the parking lot and drives done before anyone can open.

I won't hold my breath.

[John Knight]

From their Facebook page:

[5alive]

Very nice...can't wait for it to open!

[Pete]

From their Facebook page:

[AP]

Very cool.

[Pete]

They are really making progress now. This is going to be amazing space:

[Teo9969]

I feel like October was what Laveryl told me they were shooting for.

[YeahIKnow]

Wow. Take a look at their Facebook pictures from yesterday. The chandeliers are amazing! I cannot wait for this place to open.

[soonerguru]

Very excited about this place! We desperately need better pizza in this town.