Eat Street Social becomes "dog-inspired tavern" Luna & the Bear

• The 200-seat restaurant's name comes from Wollenzien and Eells' dogs, Luna and Bear, and the "loosely dog-themed" decor will feature wallpaper and portraits of pups.

What to expect: Classic tavern cuisine like burgers, salads and sandwiches, plenty of shareables and a strong bar program with cocktails and wines, Wollenzien told Axios. Eat Street Social's longtime chef Geoff Little will run the kitchen.

• The two will keep the bones of the restaurant intact, including the beloved dog-friendly patio, and add some industrial elements like new lighting and booths.
• Plans are still in the works for the space's side room, but expect a happy hour at its additional bar.

Yes, and: Luna & the Bear will be open for brunch, lunch and dinner right away, with hours until midnight on weekends.

• "I think there's been a feeling that lunch wouldn't work on Nicollet now that less people go downtown for work, but I think there's still a demand during the day for smaller portions and lighter prices," Wollenzien said.

What's next: Renovations are underway now but expect a mid-June opening, he added.