Restaurant redo.

After almost 10 years without a remodel, owner Jean-Pierre Bosc thought it was about time to spruce up the French bistro Mimosa.

Starting in February, he closed down the restaurant on Sundays and Mondays to redo bits and pieces of the Los Angeles eatery, including the bathroom and kitchen. Then, last month, he shut down for 10 days to complete the task.

Now, the restaurant looks even more like a typical French bistro than before--its red awnings and wood flooring add to the feel. "Mimosa is a little more comfortable. There is better seating, more space, better circulation," said Bosc, who also owns Cafe des Artistes in Hollywood and estimated he spent around $100,000 to overhaul the bistro.

With the improved layout, Bosc was able to bring in a cart to serve up to eight different varieties of cheese, and he has tweaked the main menu as well. Although it still contains the classics, including fish soup, the new two-pager also includes some lighter, vegetable-laden items.

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