Projects in the Marina

the tablehopper | 10:09 am | August 3, 2009 | Foodie 411, Marina/Presidio, Neighborhood

Folks in the Marina have probably noticed Bistro Aix has closed—and in fact, it’s totally gutted. Fortunately, it’s just for a remodel, albeit a lengthy one since the reopening won’t happen until the end of the year if they’re lucky. Owner Jonathan Beard is totally gutting the place and redoing it from the ground up—upon reopening, there will be an oak fireplace grill in the kitchen where they will be preparing quality meat, poultry and fish. There will also be a glassed-in patio with a 100-year-old olive tree, reclaimed redwood, and an updated facade. They promise that many of their classics will remain on the menu.

According to permits, Pizzeria Avellino is moving into the former Curbside Taqueria location. Per some comments on Eater, it looks like there will be both a Neapolitan/thin-crust style and New York style (to be confirmed). A source told me the pizzaiolo has 20 years of experience. Based on the news they’re testing pizzas already, it sounds like it’s close to opening.

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