Grove To Open In Mizu Space; La Condesa Block Party

WEST — A second location of The Grove wine bar and kitchen will open in the old Mizu space in Lakeway. They're aiming for a May opening. [Way Out West Austin]

DOWNTOWN — La Condesa's Cinco de Mayo block party promises to be as big and boozy as ever. Per the press release, La Condesa owner Jesse Herman says: "This block party just continues to grow and grow each year. It's great to see so many people out in the street enjoying great bands, drinks and food each year." [Eaterwire]

CLARKSVILLE — Charles Mayes, "one of Austin's pioneers of world fusion cuisine " has turned Cafe Josie over to general manager Cody Taylor, and Claudia Alarcon is impressed: "Although he's met with some resistance, he is managing to win them over with his familiar, smiling face and impeccable customer service." [Austin Chronicle]

The Grove. [Photo: Way Out West Austin]