Junction's Burgers, Bars Go Smoke-Free This Week, & More

BYWATER— Sarah Baird on the food sitch at upcoming St. Claude tavern Junction:burgers "grilled on a flat-top and served on a dense brioche bun," thick, seasoned hand cut fries done "steak fry-style," plus wings, fried pickles and more. [Gambit]

MARIGNY— Switcheroo alert: Sound Cafe (3700 Chartres) is closing up shop on Friday, and Herbsaint alum/chef Doug Crowell will be opening Bao and Noodle, a neighborhood steamed bun and noodle restaurant, in the space come September. [NOLA>com]

NOLA— Robert Morris reports that bars around town will be going smoke free this week (July 21-25) in honor of Smoke-Free Week, including: Barrel Proof, The Maple Leaf, Tracey's, Siberia, Victory and more. [UptownMessenger]

MARIGNY— In case you haven't heard, Kebab softly opened this weekend on St. Claude. Stay tuned for details on their grand opening, slated for this Friday, July 25, and here is a peek inside. [Gambit]

UPTOWN— The Fat Hen Grocery, which reopened under new ownership at the end of 2013, has shuttered for good. [NOLA.com]

Upcoming home of Junction [Photo: Brasted]