Long Awaited Openings… Over two years since the previous tenant departed, the Laurel Tavern has opened just north of the corner of Hermosa Avenue and Pier. The décor is classic, the cocktail selection abundant, the food menu a brief list of sandwiches and sides. They seem to anticipate confusion about their ordering system, since they have emblazoned reminders to order at the bar on the menu, website, front door, and every other available surface. A prominent hole in the downtown dining and n






