STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Can we get a sneak peek at the new restaurant coming to the location formerly known as Afternoone's?

Nope, says Rob Casatelli, co-owner of the new venue coming to 415 Forest Ave. He wants the neighborhood to be "wowed" by what they see.

Now the last time we left off with Casatelli earlier this month, the name of the business was not set in stone. But indeed, this will be called "Kettle Black." From the menu to the vibe, it aims to be a veritable twin of its Bay Ridge location established in 2004.

Assures Casatelli, "We are going to bring the same feel of Bay Ridge spot. A neighborhood spot where you can meet for drinks after work and watch a game, bring the family in for lunch or dinner after the kids events and a nightspot where you can go and enjoy yourself in a great environment."

And, there will be Saturday and Sunday brunch. The menu and its bottomless component is a great success at the Brooklyn Kettle Black, oft called out for being one of the borough's best.

"We are a burger and wing spot, where you can still get a nice chopped salad. We have daily specials, as well as nights highlighting certain menu items," says Casatelli, adding that the beer line up, private parties and catering are strong components as well.

"'Enter as strangers, leave as friends'... we want to be that neighborhood place for all of the neighborhood," maintains Casatelli. He is a principal also in Ho'Brah, "a taco joint" across the street at 412 Forest Ave.

WEST BRIGHTON IS BOOMING

With Kettle Black likely opening in late summer, West Brighton's food scene percolates with new projects. At the adjoining storefront to Kettle, for instance, DeMonte's Pork Store and Salumeria anticipates a June opening.

Casa Franco just completed its awning work at 747 Forest Ave. It will be a South American-Continental restaurant in a fine dining setting by Franco Ortega, chef and owner of Italianissimo in South Beach.

Mar Mar, a Syrian eatery, has almost completed its backyard patio. It aims for an after-hours hookah concept down the line as well as weekend brunch.