Good news: BEAUTY’S BAGEL SHOP is verrrrry close to opening its shop this week, potentially Wednesday or Thursday. East Bay Express has more on these Montreal-style wood-fired beauties coming our way. Tentative hours: Tue-Fri 7am-6pm, Sat-Sun 8am-3pm. 3838 Telegraph Ave. at 38th St., Oakland, 510-788-6098.
Back in May, I reported on PORTAL restaurant opening on Lake Merritt. East Bay Dish confirms it’s now open. Mon-Fri 5pm-11pm, Sat-Sun 11am-11pm. 1611 2nd Ave. at Foothill, Oakland, 510-663-7678.
East Bay residents can take advantage of the new patio seating at DISTRICT OAKLAND available Mon-Sat from 4pm until close. There’s room for 15 guests—and it’s sure to be the coveted spot when brunch launches next month. 827 Washington St. at 9th St., Oakland, 510-272-9110.
Over in Berkeley, Berkeleyside shares that FOURNÉE BAKERY will be opening in the former Bread Garden space. Pastry chef Frank Sally plans to open before the end of the year. 2912 Domingo Ave. at Russell, Berkeley.
Opening Friday August 24th is SKETCH ICE CREAM. As previously reported in tablehopper, the new space is three times as large as its original spot. Eater mentions: “There will be a food menu with bacon-Gruyère scones, Belgian waffles, empanadas, and Sightglass coffee.” 2080 4th St. at Addison, Berkeley.
Everything bagel from Beauty’s; photo via Facebook.
