First Look: Inside the New Joule

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An airy vestibule separates Joule from its neighbor, the Whale Wins.

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The Carrara marble-topped kitchen counter seating is reminiscent of Revel, though the space definitely has its own personality.

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The wallpaper was hand-screened by the guys at Electric Coffin; look closely and you can see jewels, forks, roosters, and pieces of meat in the pattern.

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The restaurant has roughly the same number of tables as the original Joule, though the kitchen counter, bar, and communal table add more seats.

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A custom-made illuminated sign from Electric Coffin hangs over the bar.

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Speaking of the bar, Joule will now be able to serve cocktails.

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For brunch service, the 18-seat communal table will be pressed into buffet duty; the kitchen will load it up with salads, fruit, and pastries. Yes, brunch includes entrees, too.

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The wine list focuses on Washington and Oregon, and is designed to highlight the new steak-focused menu.

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Running your reservation book through an iPad means a tiny schoolhouse desk can serve as the host stand.

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Meat cute.

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