Wood + Vine Details, Fig & Olive Updates, Chi Dynasty Expands, MORE!

HOLLYWOOD— Hollywood restaurant and bar Wood + Vine has broken ground in the building beside Delpine at the W Hotel. While the three partners tied to the project remain mum on some of the details, they do come from the hospitality finance sector and are familiar with the LA restaurant scene. Wood + Vine, designed by Kelly Architects, will have a modern, casual American feel, and the full bar is set to serve specialty cocktails plus California wines. Expect a small plates California-inspired menu. Slated to remain open daily for lunch and dinner, Wood + Vine hopes to open this winter. [EaterWire] — DG

MID-CITY— Word on the street is that Fig & Olive, the next eatery claiming 650 N. La Cienega, will open early November. [EaterWire]

AROUND TOWN— Who serves up the best chili cheese dog, Pink's or Carney's? According to LAW, Carney's reigns supreme. [LAW]

THE VALLEY— DD reports that Los Feliz's Chinese staple, Chi Dynasty, has plans to open a second location in Studio City next week. Expect a similar menu and "Muse-style hipness." [DD]