Any updates on The Mellow Mushroom (St. Matts) ?

Just wondering if anyone has their thumb on the pulse of when the Mellow Mushroom (St Matts) is going to open ? I've got some other feelers out but they haven't really produced much yet. My brutha-from-anutha-mutha who lives in Chattanooga recently told me that the 2nd Chattanooga location had opened not long ago and that they had 68 taps. He also said the bartender out there told him that he'd heard the L'ville location was shooting for 50 taps.

Steve, their website and/or Facebook page indicate a May opening. They are saying they will have 40 taps and 40 different bottles. Cheers!

Steve, their website and/or Facebook page indicate a May opening. They are saying they will have 40 taps and 40 different bottles. Cheers!

I can live with 40 taps...

I really can't understand why you would put another pizza place in St. Matthews. Seriously, there are other places in the city that might like a good pizza place with 50 taps.

I really can't understand why you would put another pizza place in St. Matthews. Seriously, there are other places in the city that might like a good pizza place with 50 taps.

Have you been to the Highlands lately ???.....every 50 yards there is a pizza place....

Mellow Mushroom is aiming to open in St. Matthews in early August, according to a recent story in the Courier-Journal.

Has anyone else heard rumors about a second Mellow Mushroom on Blankenbaker Parkway, across from Southeast Christian Church? If you Google Mellow Mushroom and Blankenbaker, you find what appear to be construction plans for a restaurant (I'm unable to actually view the plans to see if they list an exact address).

http://www.lynnimaging.com/distribution/View/ViewJob.aspx?job_id=14934&view=vp

Mellow Mushroom is aiming to open in St. Matthews in early August, according to a recent story in the Courier-Journal.

Has anyone else heard rumors about a second Mellow Mushroom on Blankenbaker Parkway, across from Southeast Christian Church? If you Google Mellow Mushroom and Blankenbaker, you find what appear to be construction plans for a restaurant (I'm unable to actually view the plans to see if they list an exact address).

http://www.lynnimaging.com/distribution/View/ViewJob.aspx?job_id=14934&view=vp

In layman terms Lynnimaging is a clearing house for construction plans/bidding...A company submits plans and subscribers to the service can then bid on the job. My wife, the lovely Rebecca, has been in the construction industry for over 20 years and her current employer uses Lynnimaging (most local trademen/contractors above the "ham and egg" level do), Ms Rebecca says that it appears that the above project link is still in the bidding phase. NOTE: Just because a project gets bid is not a 100% guarantee it's going to get built.

Sure is taking a damn long time for the St. Matts Mellow Mushroom to come to fruition....I mean I get it that just tearing out the restrooms at Dutch's required haz-mat permits and procedures but dang, we're going on what ? 4 or 5 months with 3 or 4 more to go ? Must be the same people doing this job who are doing the Whiskey Row gig.

I drive by everyday, and at first, it looked like they were just clearing out Dutch's, but then the two stores next to that closed. Maybe they have been waiting for leases to run out to take over those spaces too? Now there is a huge fence in front of the old Dutch's and the two stores. Maybe that is why it is taking so long........

All we really need is another pizza place.....
That being said, having dined at the Mellow Mushroom outpost in Winston-Salem, I think their style of pizza will fit in nicely with the other abundant choices around town. IMHO, they serve a decent pie, but they are nowhere in the same league as Coal's or Papalino's. However, they offer some interesting choices for the vegetarian crowd and of course the beer selection was pretty decent and quite a step above Old Chicago's

Speaking of chain-think, the Biersch should be about ready to open.

My family and I escaped town for Derby and landed in Cincinnati. There was a Mellow Mushroom near our hotel so we gave it a shot. I really enjoyed it. The pizza was above average for a chain and I thought the sandwiches and apps were tasty as well. I was most impressed by their beer selection. I didn't count how many taps they had, but they were carrying beers from Bells, Cumberland, Dogfish Head, Moerlein, Great Lakes, Rivertown, Rogue, Harpoon, Schafly, Green Flash and Stone. I appreciate that they didn't just have a bunch of taps with all mass market offerings and they had made the effort to get some locals on board.

Parking should be interesting for them - if they are taking up that much space, which their model would indicate, there's no where near enough parking for them anywhere close.

I look forward to them opening.

Cheers,

Doug

Parking should be interesting for them - if they are taking up that much space, which their model would indicate, there's no where near enough parking for them anywhere close.

I look forward to them opening.

Cheers,

Doug

I think they are taking the same approach to the problem Drakes did...Ignoring it.

Ermmm...there's a big parking lot just outside the back entrance of Drake's. Yes, it's shared with 60 West and Burdorf's, but 60 West is rarely hoppin' and Burdorf's isn't open when Drake's is busy.

That said, Molly Malone's St. Matthew's has, what, 12 spots? They've made it work. Parking in St. Matt's could definitely be more of a premium though if Mellow Mushroom is busy during normal bar hours.

[Robin Garr]

Speaking of chain-think, the Biersch should be about ready to open.

Funny you should mention that.

M E D I A A D V I S O R Y

MAYOR FISCHER TO HELP CELEBRATE OPENING OF NEW

GORDON BIERSCH BREWERY RESTAURANT AT RIBBON CUTTING, SATURDAY, MAY 19, 4:30 PM

VIP Reception Immediately Follows

WHO: Mayor Greg Fischer, Gordon Biersch General Manager Dan Potter and other local dignitaries

WHAT: will celebrate the Grand Opening of Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant with a special ribbon cutting ceremony followed by a reservation-only VIP

Reception inside the restaurant; for reservations, 502-254-1984 or go to reservations@extraordinaryeventsofky.com

WHERE: in front of the restaurant at the corner of Fourth and Liberty Streets in the Fourth Street Live! entertainment district

WHEN: Ribbon Cutting is Saturday, May 19, 4:30 pm

VIP Grand Opening Reception immediately follows at 5:00 pm

MORE: Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant opens its doors to the public on May 21, 2012, as the only brewery restaurant in the bustling Fourth Street Live! entertainment district. The 500-seat restaurant and bar features an on-site brewery where Gordon Biersch’s Head Brewer will create signature handcrafted beers. The menu features fresh, made-from-scratch California-inspired cuisine ranging from appetizers, salads and entrées to desserts.

In addition to their signature handcrafted beers, Gordon Biersch offers specialty cocktails and an extensive wine list. Happy Hour is available Monday through Friday from 4:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m. and every day after 10:00 p.m. and includes appetizer and beverage specials.

The 9,000 square foot restaurant and brewery is open for lunch, dinner and late night seven days a week. Hours of operation are Sunday-Monday 11:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. (bar 11:00 am-midnight); Tuesday through Thursday, 11:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. (bar 11:00 a.m. - midnight); and Friday and Saturday, 11:00 a.m. – midnight (bar 11:00 a.m.-2:00 a.m.). Reservations and private parties are accepted and encouraged. Contact the restaurant for specific dining questions and reservations at 502-589-8935.

Beers of Interest

Gordon Biersch produces six authentic lagers: Golden Export, Hefeweizen, Czech Pilsner, Märzen (Maert-zen), Schwarzbier and a rotating seasonal offering. Several “Brewer’s Choice” selections will always be available in rotation. These signature lagers have been recognized at the Great American Beer Festival and the World Beer Cup competitions. Gordon Biersch melds traditions that originated nearly 500 years ago with the latest craft brewing innovations.

Food/Featured Dishes

The menu at Gordon Biersch tempts guests with an array of one-of-a-kind, chef-inspired dishes, including a large appetizer section featuring their signature Garlic Fries and Southwest Egg Rolls. Their made-from-scratch entrées feature a variety of dishes including Lobster & Shrimp Tacos, California Cobb Flatbread, Grilled Chicken & Avocado Sandwich, Bistro Steak Medallions and Crab Stuffed Shrimp, just to name a few (menu available).

Toast to Health

Gordon Biersch has partnered with Boys and Girls Haven for the events surrounding the Louisville opening. The mission of Boys and Girls Haven is to shelter, heal and teach young people to become productive and healthy members of the Louisville community. Boys and Girls Haven is a member of the Foster Family Treatment Association (FFTA), Children's Alliance of Kentucky and the Alliance for Children and Families. Since its founding, Boys and Girls Haven has touched the lives of more than 3,500 abandoned, abused and neglected children.

Speaking of chain-think, the Biersch should be about ready to open.

Funny you should mention that.

M E D I A A D V I S O R Y

MAYOR FISCHER TO HELP CELEBRATE OPENING OF NEW

GORDON BIERSCH BREWERY RESTAURANT AT RIBBON CUTTING, SATURDAY, MAY 19, 4:30 PM

VIP Reception Immediately Follows

WHO: Mayor Greg Fischer, Gordon Biersch General Manager Dan Potter and other local dignitaries

WHAT: will celebrate the Grand Opening of Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant with a special ribbon cutting ceremony followed by a reservation-only VIP

We just received our invitation to the private V.I.P. reception...apparently we fall into the "other local dignitaries" category. Should be fun.