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"Perched atop the Shay Hotel in Culver City, I found the flashy rooftop Celestina — from the team behind Etta — became known for its three geodesic domes (called “igloos”) that provided shelter on chilly, windy evenings; its modern Mexican menu featured inventive cocktails and shareable taco platters, and it quickly became an appealing nightlife draw popular with influencers, gaining a high follower count and a steady flow of imbibers throughout the week. The spot announced it will close on May 30 after a brief run that began earlier this year; while it’s unclear if the dispute between partners at What If Syndicate affected that outcome, representatives say Etta will continue to operate and hope to relocate “the full and original concept” of Celestina elsewhere, though it’s likely another operator or the Shay Hotel itself will reopen the rooftop with a new name and menu." - Matthew Kang