Water Main Burst Leads to Minor Flooding in Venice Homes Central American Restaurant to Replace James Beach Space

Residents Observed a Developing Pothole at the Location

According to CBS Los Angeles, a water main burst in a Venice residential alley just after midnight on Thursday. The burst caused water to shoot approximately 60 feet into the air, resulting in homes being sprayed. Two homes located in the alley behind the 300 block of E. Grand Boulevard experienced minor flooding and were affected by rocks and debris from the incident.

Local residents in the vicinity had observed a developing pothole at the location where the water main burst occurred. No other information was immediately available.

The Menu Will Center Around Seafood With a Focus on Raw Preparation

A new upscale eatery called Si! Mon is set to open at 60 N Venice Boulevard, unit #4, in the former James Beach location by September, WHAT NOW Los Angeles reported. The venture is a collaboration between

Louie and Netty Ryan, known for their establishments Hatchet Hall, Menotti’s coffee shop, and Townhouse Venice, and Panamanian chef José Olmedo Carles Rojas. Si! Mon’s menu will center around seafood with a focus on raw preparation, heavily influenced by Panamanian cuisine. Specific details regarding the offerings of Si! Mon is yet to be revealed, according to WHAT NOW.

The redesigned establishment will accommodate over 100 guests, with seating available in both the main dining room and outdoor patio.