Downtown/Westfield: For the second time in three years, Out the Door has been forced to close on the basement level of the Westfield due to flooding from the mall above. The closure is temporary, but indefinite, and chef-owner Charles Phan...
Also, a new chef at Brix in Napa.
The Phan empire will grow again, and right back where it started.
Kauffman recommends three uncrowded brunch spots; Reidinger says that Ruchi's menu "doesn't lack for spicy items."
Also: Bauer really digs the bread at the new Out the Door, especially at breakfast.
• Michael Bauer has three stars for Gialina Pizzeria, where greatness starts with crust. "What sets Gialina pizza apart is the handmade crust, with puffy edges that are darkened but not blistered and a delicately chewy texture - it's nearly...
New location of the Slanted Door sibling has some new dishes and a huge space.
