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Josh Kopel, a partner at Five0Four in Hollywood, sends word that he is in escrow to open two more outlets of his New Orleans-flavored bar-restaurant in Beverly Grove and Hermosa Beach, with a third space in negotiations. In other news, Five0Four has a newish executive chef as of November 1, Sèan Mudd (Hollywood Park), who will release a revamped menu next week. Also, Brian Shober (Blue Boar, Morrison) started this month as GM. [EaterWire]