Red House Pizzeria On "Hiatus" After Property Sells

The Red House Pizzera has announced it's on "hiatus" because the landlord has sold the property, according to a press release sent out this afternoon. The pizza joint had just hired a new chef less than a year ago, and now they're looking for a new space--hence, "hiatus," rather than permanent closing. From the release:

Who will be taking over the cozy pizza joint known for its picture-perfect patio happy hour? Austin-based restaurateurs who have owned and operated the likes of Eddie V’s, Moonshine and Hopdoddy.

Let us rumormonger: our money is on 1917 Manor Road as the future home of the Salty Sow, brought to you by none other than Hopdoddy (and former Eddie V's) proprietors Larry Foles and Guy Villavaso. The full press release says naught about specifics:

Red House Takes a Hiatus and Looking for the Perfect New Space

(January 30, 2012) Austin, TX - Manor Road’s popular neighborhood haunt, Red House Pizzeria has closed its doors for a brief break from serving up classic Italian-American fare. Red House owner Carlos Rivero is looking for its new home following the recent sell of the property.

“We’ve known for some time that we may not be able to keep the restaurant there,” says Rivero. “We have a great relationship with the property owner. He really wanted to move on from the property and the right buyer finally came along. Unfortunately it wasn’t us, but we are looking forward to the next concept.”

Who will be taking over the cozy pizza joint known for its picture-perfect patio happy hour? Austin-based restaurateurs who have owned and operated the likes of Eddie V’s, Moonshine and Hopdoddy. This next Manor Road concept is sure to bring a new verve to the neighborhood with nearby restaurants El Chile, El Chilito and Rivero’s latest locale, Flat Top Burger Shop.

· Red House Pizzeria On Hiatus [Official]
· All Red House Pizzeria Coverage on Eater Austin [-EATX-]

[Photo: Red House/Facebook]

Red House Pizzeria (CLOSED)

1917 Manor Road, Austin, TX