Helios House of Music

It's still one of the most surreal gas station sights you'll see: Coffeehouse-style performances at BP's Helios House.



Helios House, the semi-eco-friendly gas station at the corner of Olympic and Robertson, is not without controversy -- after all, it's more than a little odd to see an oil company start spouting green-friendly jargon.

But given the choice between a regular gas station or one that at least s acknowledging eco issues, I try to fill up there when I'm on the west side (which is rare). Above, a guitarist performs at one of the regular Helios House nighttime gatherings.

And below, a drive-by look at the station.