The Scoop: The Kitchen Sink relocating to Rhine Haus space on Union

{Crab Cake Benie at The Kitchen Sink}  

The Kitchen Sink opened in September 2012 at 280 DeBaliviere Ave., in the Skinker-DeBaliviere neighborhood. The diner, which specializes in Cajun and Creole cuisine, has been well received during its first year, and owner Anthony Ellerson Jr., is preparing to go bigger by relocating The Kitchen Sink a few blocks east to 255 Union Ave., in the space formerly occupied by Rhine Haus Eatery & Pub.

While The Kitchen Sink currently only has seating for a couple dozen guests, its 5,000-square-foot space on Union Avenue – plus two patios – will be able to seat 150 patrons. In its new location, The Kitchen Sink also will expand its menu with more specials, seafood dishes and vegetarian fare. In addition, Ellerson plans to acquire a liquor license, with doors staying open until 1:30 a.m. daily.

“Everybody said that I wouldn’t succeed here,” said Ellerson of the high traffic that The Kitchen Sink sees at its current location adjacent to the Forest Park MetroLink station. Can he succeed on Union? “I’m ready to show them,” he said. Look for doors to open in the new space by the end of August.

This article appears in July 2013.