Angela’s 4.0
On Thursday, I broke the story that Angela’s will be opening in a new location on Webster Street (1427) and indicated that I would follow up in my regular Sunday report. Judging by the comments and reactions I received, it appears the Alameda community is as excited about this opening as my human companion (HC) is.
He has been supporting Chef Saboor and his restaurant—Angela’s—for years. From its humble beginnings in the Marina Village Shopping Center in 2001 to the corner of Oak Street and Central Avenue (where Cinema Grill is today), and then to Park Street near the Marketplace, Chef Saboor has been part of the Alameda dining scene for more than 25 years.
Angela’s 4.0 will open soon at the site of the former Yokohama sushi bar, and I had the opportunity to take a look inside. This is a big deal, because under state law, I cannot be in a restaurant. (I will revisit this regulation later in my report.) While the buildout is almost done and appliances are scheduled to arrive soon, the opening is still a way off.
“What’s the holdup” you ask? Everything! But, according to my HC, “multiple bureaucracies enforcing confusing regulations and sometimes contradictory information with large time gaps between communications have contributed to the delay.” As of this report, the estimated opening date is 45 to 60 days out, assuming all goes well. Rest assured, this roving reporter will be following the approval process and updating readers as information becomes available. I have offered my service as a taster at any menu development meetings.
In the meantime, if you want to enjoy a meal from Chef Saboor, get on his mailing list. You can email or text him an order to go from the weekly menu. I have included a sample menu and contact info.
In other news, I had a rare opportunity to check out the nightlife on Park Street. I have covered the neon art of the Alameda Theatre sign before, but there are other retro signs along the street that you might not notice. The Fort Knox sign at the corner of Lincoln Avenue and Park Street stands as a beacon welcoming visitors to the downtown area. Further down the street, one can see the iconic Ole’s Waffle Shop neon façade, and if you don’t look up at the corner of Santa Clara Avenue, you could easily miss the IOOF (International Order of Odd Fellows) sign.
While not neon, I couldn’t help but smile at the Smog Dog sign.
And WTF (What the Fur) is the deal with a fellow canine downing beers with their HC at Alameda Brewing? That is either one lucky pooch or a very cushy service dog gig.
While walking down Eighth Street, I noticed that one of Jeena Wolfe’s silhouette art figures got a wardrobe upgrade. This might be a good time to give these cute figures a quick refresh to brighten up their presentation.
I want to extend a big HAPPY FIRST BIRTHDAY to the little person living on Central Avenue. Here’s hoping the Mylar balloons don’t get tangled in the AMP power lines or this birthday could be dark and expensive.
As we approach the end of January, I am still seeing vestiges of the Christmas season in my rearview mirror (minus one antler), and a somewhat premature Valentine’s Day sign whose calendar was not set correctly.
Finally, I want to send out my condolences to all the 49er fans who will not be enjoying chicken wings on Super Bowl Sunday with their favorite team.
In case you missed it, January is almost over. Time flies.
Mouf, Roving Reporter
Bear’s-Eye View of Alameda
Mouf and his human companion can be reached via [email protected]. Their stories are collected at AlamedaPost.com/Jeff-Cambra/. All photos and videos by Jeff Cambra.
