New Bar From Franklin Park Folks

A tipster reports that the lease has been signed at 724 Franklin Avenue (the first two photos above), making way for a new bar and restaurant from the people who brought you Franklin Park and Dutch Boy Burger. No reports yet on what the name/theme/cuisine at the place will be, but given their proclivity for re-using old signs, maybe it will be called "Grocery" (even if it's not, I vote for keeping the little yellow shingle that reads "Grocery: Cold Beer" above the new place).

Also from the restaurant rumor mill:

- Someone has expressed interest in the long-empty corner storefront at Franklin and Sterling (3rd Picture), apparently with the intention of bringing a wine shop/liquor store to the space.

- The Chavella's folks say their new place (right across the street in the old J&B Deli) is on track for a November opening (though, as the lady put it when they told us that "November?! That probably means March!" I can't tell if it was a good sign that they laughed at this assessment.)

- The revamped Bristen's is open, serving noodles (fried and in soups) and their classic brunch on the weekends. Anyone tried the new fare yet?