Fog City’s long-running waterfront run is officially getting a sequel. Moonchild, a wine-forward California bistro from husband-and-wife team Floyd Nunn and Angelyne Tompkins, has signed a lease to take over the landmark Embarcadero space. The couple is aiming for a late‑2026 opening and plans to spotlight Northern California produce and seafood in the new restaurant’s menu.
The restaurant will fill nearly 4,000 square feet at the flatiron tip of 1300 Battery Street, where Nunn and Tompkins are set to inherit much of Fog City’s existing artwork and equipment, according to The San Francisco Standard. The outlet reports that Moonchild’s lease with the Port of San Francisco waives the first year of rent; after that, the owners will pay a fixed base rent plus a percentage of gross sales above $3,000,000.
Nunn brings serious fine-dining credentials to the new project. He most recently served as chef de cuisine at Eight Tables and previously cooked at Michelin‑starred spots including Quince and Benu, as reported by Resy. Tompkins, meanwhile, comes from the wine and hospitality side, with tasting‑room and guest‑facing roles at Sonoma’s Scribe Winery, according to The Press Democrat.
A storied spot, and a long goodbye
Moonchild is stepping into a room many San Franciscans know by heart. Fog City opened in 1985 as Fog City Diner and held down the waterfront for four decades before closing in May 2025 after 40 years of service. Its diner-inspired design came from restaurateur and designer Pat Kuleto, and the building’s earlier life as a railroad facility and World War II cafeteria has long added to its lore, according to the San Francisco Chronicle.
Waterfront momentum
Moonchild is arriving at a moment when the northern waterfront is quietly reinventing itself. Chef-driven projects are stacking up as the Ferry Building and nearby piers refocus on full‑service, evening-oriented destinations. New openings like Bon Délire and other Ferry Building restaurants have signaled fresh demand for sit‑down dining on the Embarcadero, industry coverage shows.
Moonchild is slated to be part of that shift while taking advantage of a space that was renovated less than five years ago and already holds a full liquor license, according to The San Francisco Standard. The report also notes plans to upgrade the outdoor dining area at the tip of the flatiron lot, a prime perch for waterfront people‑watching.
What to watch next
The Port of San Francisco has been working on negotiations and a ground‑lease restructure for 1300 Battery since Fog City’s closure, according to Port Commission documents, suggesting that lease concessions and rent terms have been active points of discussion. Next up: expect building permits, health department paperwork and an eventual menu reveal as Moonchild moves from lease-signing to full buildout.
If Moonchild hits its late‑2026 target, it will be another sign that the Embarcadero is tilting back toward full‑service, late‑evening restaurants. We’ll update as permits are filed and the team announces an official opening date.
