CaCao Mexicatessen's Bar, Allumette Opens in Jan, More!

EAGLE ROCK— That CaCao Mexicatessen expansion should be complete by mid-February, reports Grub Street. Think a Mexican-themed "forties-style" wine bar serving Baja wines, wines from Mexican-American-owned wineries, and Mexican craft beers. [Grub Street]

ECHO PARK— According to its website, Allumette, the Allston Yacht Club remake cheffed by Miles Thompson, will open in January. [EaterWire]

WEST HOLLYWOOD— On the subject of Troubland replacing Crown Bar, as expected, Hans Goplen, former executive chef at The Farm of Beverly Hills, is involved. Along with partner Jonathan Stevenson. And the property is currently in escrow to become a live entertainment venue with full service food. [EaterWire]

ENCINO— Poquito Mas is taking the former Numero Uno Pizza at 16545 Ventura Blvd. in the complex with Tony Roma's and Office Depot. Should be serving in March. [EaterWire]