Keith Silverton OUT at Messhall, Nekter Delays, More!

LOS FELIZ— Surprisingly, or maybe not surprisingly, Messhall opening chef Keith Silverton has decamped from the newish retro-contemporary American restaurant, reports LAmag. Chef Nick Erven takes his place. [LAmag]

SANTA MONICA— Santa Monica's Nekter Juice Bar, an Orange County export, was supposed to open on Wednesday. However, last minute delays have caused the launch to occur later in the week. [EaterWire]

MID-CITY— Chef Christian Page over at Short Order is releasing a new menu on December 8. Facebook previews some of his additions. [EaterWire]

DOWNTOWN— Drago Centro's Jaymee Mandeville is preparing to launch her winter drink list, and tomorrow from 5 p.m. to close all signature cocktails will run $8 instead of $12. [EaterWire]

SANTA MONICA— Montana's short-lived Valen Dolce/Via Dolce is, apparently, now operating as Pulse Cafe, per exterior signage. As one would expect from yet another Montana lunch spot, this one too follows the health-geared mantra with a slew of smoothies, vegetarian options, and gluten-free goods as well. [Toddrickallen]

VEGAS, BABY— The Vegas edition of Canter's Deli is now closed at Treasure Island. Little Richie's Chicago Style Beef & Dogs will open in its place on Decemver 11. [Eater Las Vegas]

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