World Cafe Remodel, Public Launches Lunch, More!

SANTA MONICA— Up above, the shuttered shell of World Cafe on Main Street. Per an employee, the restaurant is closed for an eight week remodel. [EaterWire]

HOLLYWOOD— As of May 9, Public Kitchen & Bar in the Roosevelt kicks off lunch service. [EaterWire]

PASADENA— Per Pasadena Scoop, Pita Jungle, the fast casual pita chain, is slated to debut May 21. In the future management plans to expand to Santa Monica and Beverly Hills. [Pasadena Scoop]