Friendly Bar Bistro: About Us

ABOUT US

OWNERS:

The Talcott's bought the The Friendly Bar in June 2006 and extensively remodeled the building and business into the present form.

Member, Johnson City Chamber of Commerce: www.JohnsonCityTexasChamber.com

RECENT NEWS ARTICLES IN THE JOHNSON CITY RECORD COURIER:

Artist Exhibits Works at Friendly Bar Bistro in Johnson City, 8/31/06:

Joanna Burch, local award winning artist from the Wimberley, will be showing her work at the Friendly Bar Bistro in Johnson City in September. Joanna chose to exhibit her work in Johnson City because of the town's renewed interest in the arts.

"There are wonderful galleries in and around the town" she expressed. Joanna's work demonstrates her enjoyment in painting a variety of subjects using various media, such as watercolor, oils, pastels, color pencil, and her favorite - porcelain painting. She has been represented by various galleries throughout the United States and has presented her works in many competitions.

Joanna teaches art classes and seminars while working with several organizations in the Hill Country to support the arts. A native-born Texan, Joanna's career started in graphic arts over 30 years ago. At present, she and her husband reside in the Wimberley area. She loves working with strong light and shadows to strengthen her compositions. Joanna revealed that being an artist "is what I love and will continue to do!".

Come visit the Friendly Bar Bistro in Johnson City and admire and purchase the art by Joanna Burch!

Lilli Pell, Texas artist, exhibits work at Friendly Bar Bistro

Lilli Pell, award winning artist from Wimberley, is exhibiting her paintings at the Friendly Bar Bistro in Johnson City, Texas. Lilli, who has paintings at the Witte Global Gallery in Austin, Gallery on the Square in Wimberley, and at the H.Y. Price Center in San Marcos chose the Friendly Bar Bistro in Johnson City due to the local interest in the arts and the central location of other art galleries in and around Johnson City.

Lilli said, "The Friendly Bar Bistro presents a fresh and beautiful atmosphere to display my paintings!" She was then asked what inspires her to paint. She answered, "I am often asked how I come to select my subjects and the answer is "I paint what I find irresistible." I don't know what produces the inner motivation and compulsion to capture the moment in paint, but it is definitely consistent and ever present. It is almost always triggered by the play of light and how it changes constantly on the landscape and how it defines the uniqueness of a still life, a flower, or a beautiful animal."

Her paintings will be exhibited throughout the month of August.

The Friendly Bar Bistro, "Where the fruit of the vine and Texas Hill Country combine!".

Johnson City has a new Wine Bar, The Friendly Bar, has reopened as the Friendly Bar Bistro. Tom and Cindy Talcott, the new owners, are transforming the old 1870's saloon building into a new wine bar serving selected wines from Texas as well as wines from around the world. Beer favorites will be served in bottle and on tap with selections of Mexican beers and local Blanco Beers. Bread and cheese plates will be offered to complement your choice of beverage. The Talcott's, from Wimberley, have embraced the Hill Country and lived here for the last 10 years.

"When the Friendly Bar became available, with its historic building dating back to the 1870's, we knew this was our new adventure to bring it back to its post Civil War glory"! The infamous mural on the wall remains the central focus of the Bistro. Located in Johnson City's Historic District, across the street from art galleries and shopping spots, the bistro is a perfect stop for refreshments and a light snack before, during and after your visit to Johnson City. Lilli Pell, an accomplished award winning artist from Wimberley, presently will have her art featured at the Bistro. Local artists are encouraged to display their talents at the Bistro. "I feel privileged that Lilli's art is being exhibited in the Bistro," said Cindy. The Talcott's own several Lilli Pell pieces in their personal collection.

"The main wine bar is open and gradually the back patio will be the beer garden," said Tom Talcott. "The front porch and rear patio will allow for smoking and the bistro bar will remain non-smoking". Featured entertainment will be scheduled including a "hot microphone" night as well as other music venues such as blues, country, jazz and chamber music. The Bistro will be open Thursday through Sunday. The Talcott's look forward to your visit. We are located at 106 N. Nugent in Johnson City. Call us at 830-868-2182. We are looking forward to meeting you soon!

Friendly Bar Bistro Invites Musical Artists, 8/10/06: The Friendly Bar Bistro will have a "hot mike" on Thursday nights from 6pm to 8 pm. The Bistro, located at 106 N. Nugent in Johnson City, is inviting local talent to play on stage. Each group will be asked to play 3-5 songs.

"I am looking for talented individuals or small groups who can play on various Friday and Saturday nights," said Tom Talcott, the owner. "I am looking forward to meeting the local talent and having more of these nights!" Johnny Greenberg, Texas Music's top producer for 2006, got his start at the old Friendly Bar during a "hot mike" session. Individuals or groups who are interested in this venue are encouraged to call the Friendly Bar Bistro at 830-868-2182 to sign up. The Friendly Bar Bistro is open Thursday though Sunday from 3pm to closing.

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