JBC Noodle to looks to open in Pittsford this month
Owner of the local and regional chain, Mark Teng, says that this location, as it's one of their larger ones, will feature a larger menu, with an extra helping of some American-Chinese dishes.
PacSun now open in Eastview Mall
This location will also feature a high-end cocktail bar. Teng and his team are refining their cocktail menu, but premium sake and soju (a rice wine aperitif) will be featured.
Teng looks to open this location before May.
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