Juicing Downtown

Earth Bar fans rejoice!  The inter-gym juice joint, famous for its fabulous smoothies and vegan cookies, recently opened a new location inside Equinox Downtown.  Be sure to pick up a 'gimme greens' after that next spin routine.  Thanks to Eater for the news.

Coffee and Pastries Announced for Grand Central Market

The Times reports that a second vendor has been announced for the retail space portion of Grand Central Market.  Valerie Confections, a pastry and coffee shop by Valerie Gordon of farmer market fame, will soon begin serving market patrons from 8 A.M. - 3 P.M. daily.

Grand Central Sticky Rice

According to LA Weekly, Grand Central Market, located on 3rd Street, between Broadway and Hill, just received its first restaurant - tenant in the form of chef Johnny Lee's Sticky Rice, an original fusion inspired Thai Bar with a kick.  Check it out when you get a chance.

Veggies for Encino, Beer for Whilshire

Today, LA Eater announced the opening of two new restaurants.  Veggie Grill, located on Ventura Boulevard in Encino,  offers a green friendly menu, and is now open for both lunch and dinner.  Brewdog Pub will offer fifty different taps of craft beer, as well as a modern menu of Japanese fusion, when it opens its doors next Wednesday.

Bowling, Little Tokyo Style

According to the Los Angeles Downtown News, a new entertainment center, featuring an arcade, bowling alley, sports bar, and pizzeria, is coming to the southwest corner of Little Tokyo, on Alameda.  The center will cater to both tourists, as well as the large influx of new Arts District residents.

Three New Restaurants Coming Next Month

According to LA Eater, The Doughroom, a Mediterranean and Italian influenced fusion restaurant will be replacing Kristina's Italian Kitchen on the corner of Palms and Overland.  Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Downtown News reports that a new Mendocino Farms location will be opening at the Figat7th food court, and that a new 1920's style restaurant is planned for the corner of 2nd and Hill.

Thai Food on Broadway

Today, LA Eater reported on the opening of Sticky Rice, a new thai cuisine cafe on 3rd and Broadway. The restaurant is currently serving authentic thai food for lunch, with a dinner menu soon to come.

Ronen's Crossroads Opens on Melrose

LA's much lauded chef and entrepreneur, Tal Ronen, has opened yet another fine dining establishment--this one located on Melrose, near Crescent Heights.  Crossroads features an exquisite and well crafted menu that caters to both vegan and gluten intolerant alike.  Head over to LA Weekly for more information.

New Gastropub Opens in Downtown

DTLA Rising reports that a new Gastropub has opened up on the ground floor of the PE Lofts at 6th and Main.  For now, the pub is open for dinner until 2 AM every night, and will begin serving lunch soon.

Chic New Bar Opens in Korea Town

Yesterday, LA Eater announced the opening of Lock & Key, a chic new 1920's influenced bar, at 239 South Vermont Avenue.  For those familiar with the area, a high-end speakeasy may be the last thing that anyone would have anticipated.  The almost bizarre contrast is unavoidable.  But then again, that may be exactly what the owners intended.  There is no such thing as bad publicity.