The Veggie Grill To Open 5th Location in Santa Monica, Rama Gets Painted, Hudson House Does Lunch, More!

SANTA MONICA— Heard this news a while back but it's now been confirmed: The Veggie Grill will open its fifth location this coming October in the former Sizzler space on Wilshire. Good news, there's a full parking lot for tons of free parking. [EaterWire]

MID-CITY— B+S spies a fresh coat of paint on the soon-to-be Thai eatery, Rama, which claimed the former Celadon space. [B+S]

REDONDO BEACH— Slight change of plans. Hudson House is now open for lunch on weekends. The bar opens at 11AM, food service starts at 12PM. [EaterWire]

DOWNTOWN— Mixing things up a bit, Casey's Irish Pub will host an anti-Valentine's Day evening. From 8PM to midnight come for "romantic rants" (?), "target-your-ex darts (bring photos)" and "drink specials." [EaterWire]