Sushi Groove South to Become Izakaya House [Update]
The whole Sushi Groove enterprise appears to be changing hands.
The whole Sushi Groove enterprise appears to be changing hands.
The patio has been taunting patrons at the Lower Haight Katz Bagels for years.
The space that once housed Cortez will be split into a bar and a new, hotel-serving restaurant called The Green Room.
It'll have a full food menu of rustic, organic fare, and a patio.
27-year-old Devin Gonzalez has taken the helm, and they're now doing Sunday brunch.
This is happening about a year after longtime owner Henry Africa passed away.
Also, there's some activity at the Soup Freaks space.
In one recent incident, 100 patrons spilled out of the club during a fight.
'It's the restaurant I've always wanted to have,' says chef Christopher Kostow.
The former 441 Club, briefly Mr. Lew's Win-Win Club, will be getting a new name and new look from the Bourbon & Branch team.
Chef Ryan Shelton just moved there from Baume in Palo Alto.
The place opens at 68 West Portal Avenue next week, with another location to follow in the Potrero.
The menu will get a little more upscale, and the relaunch happens in April.
Regular dining room reservations, on weekends, are now $511 including beverages, tax, and tip.
The concept and timing are still a bit up in the air.