EASTERN MARKET — Dave Mancini's La Rondinella now sports a painted sign and striped awnings. There's still no word on a firm opening date.
DOWNTOWN — Rough plumbing was completed this week at Detroit's forthcoming Townhouse restaurant. The bistro is expected to open this summer.
CORKTOWN — Mudgie's is making progress on both its indoor and patio expansions. A peek through the window revealed the bones of a bar, while the patio area is completely fenced in.
HAZEL PARK — In the aftermath of last week's demolition, Mabel Gray's windows are now covered in plywood.