Mikkeller/Mission Chinese's Beer on Sale; More on Souvla

SOMA—If you're looking to try Mikkeller's special Mission Chinese Food collaboration beer, head down to City Beer Store, which is now stocking the Sichuan peppercorn-flavored smoky pilsner that's a mind-meld between brewer Mikkel Borg-Bjergso and the MCF team. [EaterWire]

HAYES VALLEY—Greek sandwich shop Souvla is getting close, with RN74/The French Laundry/Michael Mina alum Charles Bililies planning a concise menu of four daily sandwiches. The former Sebo space will sport a bar in the front featuring exclusively Greek beer and wine, and the target opening date is in April. [Hayeswire]

OAKLAND—Uptown spot Mockingbird is making good on the promise to roll out lunch, with midday hours now offered Tuesday through Friday from 11:30am to 2:30pm. Check out their new lunch menu here. [EaterWire]

EMERYVILLE—Oakland pub Commonwealth Café & Public House is expanding, with a second location in the works in the former Café Biere (3986 Adeline St.). Expect craft beers plus an expanded menu with dishes like fish and chips and mussels and fries, thanks to a full kitchen. [Diablo Mag]