HOUSTON, TX — If you were planning to meet some friends at the original Beavers today for some beers and food, you're out of luck. The Washington corridor-area institution is taking the summer off, according to a press release from the owners.

If you want a Beaver's fix, the location on Westheimer will be open through the summer, and the owners of the popular spots have stated that the original location will be open in the fall "rejuvenated and ready to celebrate 10 years of serving Houston diners Dam Good Food and cocktails."

Perhaps some renovations are planned, and, as reported in the Houston Chronicle, barbecue might be in the mix come September: