This week brings a second chance for some previously closed restaurants: The ever-popular Babirusa, which broke a lot of hearts with the closure of its Eastlake location last December, is officially back in business in Belltown as of yesterday. Plus, RPM Pizza and Records opens again under new ownership. Read on for all of that and more food news you need to know, like the next round of James Beard finalists, new weekend hours for Westman’s Bagel & Coffee, and St. Patrick’s day specials at places like Salt & Straw and Cupcake Royale. For more ideas, check out our complete food & drink calendar or our restaurant listings.
OPENINGS
Babirusa
The beloved Babirusa, which closed its Eastlake location in December, opened its doors at its new location in the former Kushibar space in Belltown this Thursday. While sibling restaurant Blind Pig Bistro is not returning, Babirusa will reprise Blind Pig Bistro’s nightly six-course tasting menus.
Belltown
