All Marina's employees were offered roles during the transition. Rendering courtesy of Comal
Comal Taco Co. is taking over the Marina's Tapas space at Optimist Hall, which closed last weekend, in early December.
Why it matters: Marina's Tapas owner Andres Kaifer (who also owns Customshop in Elizabeth) will design the menu, guide the launch, and consult with the team taking over his old space.
Dig in: Comal Taco Co. is a fast-casual Southwest-inspired taco stall.
Its menu will consist of tacos, dips and Arizona's signature cheese crisp. Tortillas and chips will come from local De La Vega Tortillas.
What they're saying: "Optimist Hall has many incredible options, but it's missing a laid-back taco spot," owner Shang Skipper, a longtime restaurant pro with stints at Fox Restaurant Concepts and Mac's Hospitality Group, said in a press release.
