Every month, we try new restaurants and bars so we can make meaningful recommendations on where we think you should go. From a new location of a fine dining hotspot in the Central West End to a cafe from The Crack Fox team and an all-you-can-eat sushi spot in South County, here’s where made the cut this month.
ODDITEAS CAFE & ARTISTIC LOUNGE
Tucked next door to the beloved nightlife den of 17 years The Crack Fox, Odditeas Cafe & Artistic Lounge feels like stepping into a bohemian hideaway that doubles as a café, cocktail bar and creative hub. Opened by the Crack Fox owner Carrie Harris, the downtown spot blends a café menu with tea service, cocktails and THC elixirs, all inside a space that’s part lounge, part mini art market. The vibe lands somewhere between witchy and hippie in the best possible way. Think cozy nooks, colorful art lining the walls and little retail corners stocked with handmade jewelry, clothes and other curiosities that make browsing half the fun.
Come hungry, and start with the Witch Pockets, flaky pastries packed with savory goodness. The spinach version channels spanakopita energy, warm and verdant with a light, airy crust that shatters delicately with each bite. A chicken, tomato and mozzarella version is even more satisfying, proving these little hand pies punch well above their weight. If you’re heading to a show next door at the Crack Fox, they make the perfect snack when you want something quick but delicious…