CLIENT
Concept Neighborhood

BUILDING AREA
2,000 SF

PROJECT DESCRIPTION
RDLR Architects, in collaboration with Concept Neighborhood, recently completed Slowpokes’ fifth Houston location at the prominent corner of Sampson and Canal in the East End. Set within a revitalized 20th-century filling station turned tire shop, the 2,600-square-foot café preserves the site’s historic character while reconfiguring its spaces into a vibrant community asset.

Slowpokes, known for its in-house roasted coffee, locally sourced craft beers, hand-selected wines, and artisanal menu, now offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and happy hour in a warm, adaptable environment. The completed design balances historic preservation with modern aesthetics, featuring an inviting interior, welcoming patio, and a flexible performance space in the hidden Northeast corner lounge.

With a focus on community connection, the transformed space blends past and present, celebrating the East End’s industrial roots and multicultural heritage while establishing Slowpokes as a neighborhood landmark that fosters gathering, creativity, and everyday enjoyment.