The Federal Bar Stakes Claim in Long Beach Next Month

Two year old gastropub The Federal Bar is just getting comfy in North Hollywood, but Knitting Factory Entertainment is ready to expand the restaurant and bar to Downtown Long Beach in mid-April. Set to replace The Madison, designer Beth Holden of NEW THEME (Bow and Trus, Kitchen 24, Essex Public House) and Spacecraft are working on a casual/contemporary take on the classic pub. Many craft beers and a New American bar-friendly menu by Shad Davis (The Belmont, The Counter) to come. [EaterWire]