A San Carlos seafood restaurant has opened a second outpost in downtown Los Altos. Rustic House Oyster Bar and Grill held a soft opening this past weekend at 295 Main St., manager Jerry Beltramo said.

A furniture store located behind Mel's Diner in Lafayette opened April 27 and offers 100 percent wood furniture with many of the pieces designed by the owner. Rustic House Furniture, 412 Maurice St., ...