Southie — Rockridge Sandwiches and Salads

For Southie, the younger-sibling restaurant to Wood Tavern (both owned by my sister and brother-in-law) we envisioned a purposely relaxed, yet sophisticated interior style where diners could chat with the cooks, or watch the world go by.

“It’s a sandwich shop, yo.”

That’s how Rich Wood, co-owner of Southie (who happens to also be my brother-in-law) describes the diminutive eatery. An instant favorite in the neighborhood, the sandwich shop maximizes every available opportunity for noshing – and people watching. We envisioned a purposely relaxed, yet sophisticated interior style where diners could chat with the cooks, or watch the world go by.

Read more about the design concept — and the culinary concept, here.

Location: Rockridge, CA