The Keep Launches Happy Hour; Cafe Succo Debuts in Birmingham

THE CRITICS — Detroit cultural commentator Aaron Foley voices a few critiques of the "New Detroit" restaurant scene, probably resonating what everyone has thought at one time or another while dining out in the city. Among the grievances, Foley takes aim trends like communal seating and that pesky Green Dot Stables' rule about waiting until the whole party arrives. It's a cathartic read. Still, the author gives props to newcomers HopCat and Ottava Via, as well as Detroit favorite La Dolce Vita. Where else does Foley like to eat? Check out his guide. [Aaron Foley]

EVENTWIRE — Filipino fusion pop-up Sarap is headed for Yemans Street August 8 with a 5-course menu featuring ceviche tacos in root vegetable shells, roasted bone marrow, ube ice cream, and more. Tickets are $55. [EaterWire]

BOOZE NEWS — The Keep is launching happy hour Monday through Friday from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. with $5 and $6 classic cocktails including the Bee's Knees, margaritas, and mojitos. [EaterWire]

FEUDS — Bucharest Grill isn't impressed by Detroit blog Deadline Detroit's ambiguous photo post of the Park Street location's sign refusing $100 bills, referring to it as "reckless reporting." In a response to the post, Deadline editor Allen Lengel stated that he was posting the photo as a way of spreading the word that people are trying to use counterfeit bills. A simple miscommunication? Maybe. [Facebook]

OPENING REPORT — Birmingham's Café Succo debuted in June with antioxidant boasting acai bowls. In addition to the bowls, which are "like extra-thick smoothies," the restaurant serves trendy cold-pressed juices, coffee, smoothies, omelets, and more. [Freep]