:format(webp)/cdn.vox-cdn.com/uploads/chorus_image/image/39143476/2011_12_WG-thumb.0.jpg)
DOWNTOWN—LA Downtown News reports that esteemed seafood staple Water Grill will shutter December 18 for a month long renovation. The restaurant is expected to reopen mid-January with a more "open" layout. [LADTN]
PASADENA— Just a friendly reminder that crafty food bazaar Artisanal LA takes place this coming Sunday at the Armory Center for the Arts. Admission costs $5. [LAist]
MID-CITY— Tonight at Playa barman Julian Cox releases his new winter cocktail menu dubbed “The Best of Playa 2011." Natch, Caroline on Crack stopped by for an early taste and shares all the requisite drink porn. [CoC]
MALIBU— Because today is all about burgers... Chef/owner Paul Shoemaker has introduced a new burger/pub menu served on Monday nights at his farm-to-table eatery, Savory. Menu here. [EaterWire]
