Lost Pelican Opens; Kracken Congee's Next Pop-Up

BELLTOWN— The Lost Pelican is officially open in Belltown. Michael Forte, who co-owns The Lookout on Capitol Hill, opened his new restaurant in the former Bisato space last night. The "bar with really good food" will be open daily from 3 pm to 2 am with Sunday brunch launching in about three weeks. [EaterWire]

SEATTLE— With their first successful pop-up under their belts, the trio behind Kraken Congee has announced via Facebook that their next dinner date will be May 6 at Grub (the official host site). If their upcoming menu is anything like their last one, it'll be a big hit. [Facebook]

SEATTLE— Nosh Pit has the details on an upcoming fundraiser to benefit the family of former UW Husky football player Richard Thomas whose wife suffered a brain aneurysm and is now confined to a long-term care facility. TASTE restaurant is hosting the dinner April 21 at 6:30. Tickets are $75 and can be purchased here. [~ESEA~]