Maison Giraud Could Open Mid-May; Opening Update for Fig & Olive, Mezze

PACIFIC PALISADES— Apparently that capital has been raised and Alain Giraud, of the shuttered Anisette, moves forward with Maison Giraud, a casual French place aimed to please - everyone. Giraud optimistically foresees a mid-May debut, and construction is about to begin on the now deceased Dante Palisades Restaurant. Anticipate expanded patio dining for 20. [PP]

MID-CITY— Looks like the opening for Fig & Olive falls on March 1, pending the usual delays. [EaterWire]

WEHO— And just across the street, through the grapevine comes word that Mezze's due date has also been postponed to March. [EaterWire]