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    Another Montrose fixture bites the dust

    With Chances gone, where will the lesbians go?

    Jennifer Patterson
    Nov 27, 2010 | 9:20 am
    • The last sign of Chances gave thanks
    • The lesbian-friendly bar was often crowded. Where will patrons to next?
    • Chances was known for its humorous signs
      Photo by Craig Hlavaty

    Last Saturday, Chances closed its doors for good after 16 years, with a sign that said "Thanks for the Mammaries." An upscale restaurant spearheaded by a yet-to-be-identified “superstar chef” (Chef Boyardee? Alfredo Linguini from Ratatouille?) will reportedly occupy the building once famous as a lesbian-friendly dance club.

    Is lower Westheimer becoming a hotspot for fine dining? There’s already Hugo’s, Mark’s, Da Marco, and Feast on the busy street, along with Indika, Dolce Vita, Michelangelo's, Josephine's Bistro and a revamped Ruggle's Grill. The new Tex-Mex eatery from Bryan Caswell and Robb Walsh is destined for the old Hollywood Video space and a trendy restaurant from hot Austin chef Tyson Cole is planned for the old Felix location.

    Another trendy eatery won’t hurt the ‘Trose, but Chances will be dearly missed. The bar offered a unique set-up with themed dance rooms including Chances Proper, also known as the front bar; The Barn, which played authentic country music for two-stepping lovers; and The G-Spot known for glow-sticks, go-go dancers, and a dj spinning hiphop.

    Chances fan Jessica Toy remembers, "The G-Spot room was completely insane. The only rule was you couldn't climb up on the bar. I saw some hotties learn that the hard way."

    Chances was the only club inside the loop catering directly to the lesbian community. So now where will its patrons go?

    Possibilities:

    The Hazard bridge over 59
    The SoMo (South Montrose) crew has already claimed the Graustark bridge, colloquially dubbed "Club Bridge." However, the Hazard bridge is still up for grabs.
    Pros: Roomy, trendy concrete floors.
    Cons: Open to the elements, is a bridge.

    Soon-to-open coffee shop "Black Hole"
    If the lezzies come in large numbers they could easily claim it their own.
    Pros: Clean slate, no crowd of “regulars” who have called dibs on it.
    Cons: Close to Club Bridge (Graustark Overpass) which could lead to rival gang fights, closes at midnight, unlikely to be dance-y.

    Katz’s
    Katz's sounds like "cat" and lesbians like cats... I think. Actually, maybe not. Still, this 24-hour deli is only a few blocks from Chances.
    Pros: Never closes, excellent stairwell for “doing stairs” (a workout popular among sporty lezzies).
    Cons: Limited vegetarian options, already frequented by bro-types that lesbians deem far from ideal company.

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    Houston's shuttered kosher steakhouse takes a new path in our top stories

    CultureMap Staff
    May 10, 2025 | 11:01 am
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    Editor's note: It's time to look back at the top Houston news of the week. There's a new beginning for a shuttered steakhouse and a thoughtful tribute to a late Houston musician. Plus, we round up 20-plus spots for Mother's Day. Read on for the five most popular Houston stories, then consult this guide for your weekend plans.

    1. Houston's shuttered kosher steakhouse reopens as a non-kosher neighborhood grill. Jason Goldstein is leaving the world of kosher restaurants behind. Although his Meyerland restaurant Genesis Steakhouse & Wine Bar closed on April 30, its space won’t stay empty for long. In its place, Goldstein will open a new restaurant called Exodus Bar and Grill. Unlike Genesis, Exodus will not be a kosher restaurant.

    2. New Houston restaurant will honor football legend turned car dealer. Another restaurant is joining the Energy Corridor dining scene — this time as an ode to a local football legend and entrepreneur.

    Kirkwood Restaurant Energy Corridor Bar renderingKirkwood's wraparound bar features automative details, a nod to Haik's business and passion for classic cars. Courtesy of Gin Design Group

    3. More than 20 Houston restaurants making memorable Mother's Day meals. Mother's Day is tomorrow, May 11, and those looking to treat mom to a special meal for Mother’s Day have plenty of options all over Houston, but book your table now.

    4. Veteran Houston chef steps in to EaDo barbecue joint. A veteran Houston chef has taken over the kitchen at J-Bar-M BBQ. Chef Arash Kharat began serving as the executive chef and pitmaster at the EaDo restaurant in April.

    5. Friends share memories of Houston musician Scott Gertner, who died this week. Scott Gertner, one of the most prominent figures in Houston’s music and nightlife scenes, passed away recently of natural causes.

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