The better question might be “What’s going UP here?,” as two Red Bank restaurants are busy adding second floors with outdoor decks.

Teak, above, on Monmouth Street, remains open through its expansion, and hopes to debut its new space by September, says co-owner George Lyristis. Read more about Teak’s plan here.

Meanwhile, on Wharf Avenue, Brannigan’s Bar & Grill, at right, is closed for business as builders add an open-air tower and outdoor bar. Owner Paul Marcotte couldn’t be reached for information about reopening date. Coverage of the Brannigan’s makeover can be found here. (Photos by John T. Ward. Click to enlarge)