Thanks for the (fuzzy) memories
Platiyo, which we chose as one of our favorite margarita places in 2006, looks to be shuttered. We're disappointed: In addition to the great margies, the kitchen turned out marvelous, stylish dishes.
In other news: Samuel's Deli in Lakeview has closed after 28 years; there are rumors that a sports bar and grill is looking to take over the space.
Tokyo 21 has '86'd its sushi menu; it now will be exclusively a late-night bar opening at 10:30 p.m.
Wakamono has expanded; the tiny Lakeview sushi den moved into bigger digs next door, but it's still BYOB.