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Zephyr Grill & Bar in downtown Livermore has been temporarily closed since early July, following a small fire in its prep area and subsequent water damage, according to restaurant officials on social media.
The fire occurred during the evening of July 1, while no one was in the building, officials wrote on social media the following day. As such, no Zephyr employees were injured in the fire.
Restaurant representatives did not indicate a cause for the fire in their posts; however, they said the flames were quickly extinguished thanks to the Livermore-Pleasanton Fire Department and Zephyr’s sprinkler system, restaurant officials wrote.
Known for serving classic and contemporary American cuisine, the 21-year-old eatery is now undergoing a clean-up, renovation and rebranding process that is expected to last through August, officials wrote July 18 in their latest update.
“We’re happy to share that progress is moving forward steadily at Zephyr Grill & Bar,” restaurant officials said July 18 of their Livermore location. “As we use this time to reflect and reimagine, we’re also looking ahead to the future of Zephyr Grill & Bar.”
During restoration efforts, it was discovered that the impact of the fire was more extensive than initially expected.
“While the fire itself was small and swiftly extinguished, the primary effects came from water, smoke and soot,” officials wrote on social media.
An industrial hygienist has been onsite to ensure every affected area is properly addressed, they added.
During this clean-up time, they are also making restaurant improvements including new flooring throughout the space and new paint where needed.
Once complete, the restaurant will open with new hours and a new name: Zephyr on First. Its menu will focus on steaks with an added choice of rack of lamb.
“As downtown Livermore currently has no dedicated steakhouse, we believe Zephyr on First will offer something truly special to the community,” officials wrote. “We can’t wait to welcome you back soon with a refreshed space!”
The exact date of Zephyr’s reopening has not yet been announced.
Restaurant officials were not available for additional comment as of publication time.
