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Brian Humphries shows off his massive U-shaped bar, a central feature in the design of Mr. Sister’s. | Photo by Jake Stevens
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“Nobody has the food profiles and taste she Orlando | After months of gossip and does,” Humphries said. speculation, Mr. Sister’s part-owner Brian He said he’s working 12-hour days to get Humphries is ready to go public with some Mr. Sister’s opened, bringing his years of details about Orlando’s newest gay-friendly bar. nightclub and restaurant experience to the It’s located in a former car dealership on E. project. Colonial Ave. and could open its doors in as “I love to throw a party,” Humphries said. soon as a few months. “I don’t look at myself as a bartender or club “It’s probably going to be most owner, I look at myself as a host, I love when technologically advanced nightclub in the state, people are having a good time at my place, and maybe in the country, with the whole thing can’t wait to throw a party for Orlando that I’ll interfaced with customer interaction and social be in charge of.” media,” Humphries said. He said his goal is to bring fun back to He would not comment on details like the nightlife, whether it’s gay or straight, calling size of the dance floor or the nightclub’s layout, Mr. Sister’s “the rebirth of fun in Orlando.” | l | but did get into some specifics about Mr. Sister’s restaurant aspect. “Diners will be able to dine and drink on top of water—not overlooking, but suspended over water,” he said. “There’s nothing like it in Orange County.” Pom Moongauklang, owner of Pom Pom’s Teahouse, is designing the This old wooden decking will soon be replaced and home to a large dance floor. menu.
Neighborhood checking on Pulse jamie hyman Orlando | Club Pulse management and Orlando police are keeping a close eye on the club itself and the surrounding neighborhoods. Pulse is located on South Orange Avenue and its popularity has led to complaints from neighboring residents about unruly late-night behavior. “There was a handful of loud noise complaints from the neighborhood as well as some littering concerns, public urination, things of that sort,” said Orlando Police Officer Edgar Malave. Malave led a meeting on May 18 where
25-30 people showed up to express some concerns. He said as a result of the discussion, both the police and Pulse management are making some changes. “Our deputy chief is changing operational details so more officers can work that detail,” said Malave. “The club owner has already made changes to the speakers and the doors and security has been given more direction [on how to deal with unruly patrons].” He said off-duty officers will also patrol the neighborhoods once the club lets out to make sure customers don’t loiter. Pulse owner Ron Legler did not return emails for comment. | l |