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The coffee roastery, founded by a prominent gay couple, was a predecessor of (and inspiration for) Starbucks and Peet's.
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After seven months in licensing limbo, The Humidor is back in business—now at 1 Embarcadero Center.
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With his work on view at Leica Store in the FiDi, we sat down with the 92-year-old photographer to discuss his decades-long career, love for San Francisco and how he captured his favorite foggy shot.
The gallery and events space kicks off with "Wish You Were Here!," a show that opens this Friday.
The Grubbies, a new takeout stand specializing in Japanese-style chirashi bowls, offers some options with staggering price tags.
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With his supplies stolen Monday, stand damaged Tuesday and fewer customers dropping by, it's been a rough week for the shoe shiner who's worked the corner of Market and New Montgomery since 2008.
With multiple bars and dining rooms, Hotel Zeppelin's new restaurant aims to attract all types passing through Union Square.
The contemporary Indian restaurant is aiming to satisfy lunchtime workers, City Hall celebrants, and opera and symphony-goers in one spot.
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According to the SFMTA, conflicts between people walking and biking have grown along the busier-than-ever Embarcadero.
The downtown deli, beloved for its breakfast burritos and more, will close its doors on Dec. 31st.
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Three suspects are now facing charges in the brutal assault that killed a 67-year-old homeless man sleeping on the 100 block of Sutter Street two years ago.
The restaurant’s new owner is racing to open a “reasonably priced” Cantonese restaurant by the end of this month.
The Denver-based company is closing its Mission Street outpost for good this evening.
Get ready for pan-Asian fare, from Hawaiian-style weekend brunch to steamed bao and more.
With three new fast-casual eateries opening, The Market is changing almost as fast as Twitter Moments.
The affordable Middle Eastern chain, which got its start with New York City street carts, will be open until 4am on weekends.
Businesses and merchants located in a building on the corner of Sutter St. and Grant Ave. are closing their doors this month.
Not everyone in Union Square is happy about the potential arrival of a BevMo! on Kearny Street.
The fashion-forward Desigual has vacated its Powell Street location, taking its boldly patterned designs with it.
The restaurateur and landlord had a 2012 dispute that resulted in the eviction of the Gold Dust Lounge.
The popular FiDi bar has moved to the ground floor of the Mechanics' Institute, creating a new social space focused on art and ideas.
The company is closing all 110 of its stores, and will likely no longer make its clothes in the U.S.
Though he's being forced to move, proprietor Nick Bovis says he plans to fight his landlord to keep the Lefty's name and memorabilia.
The fast-casual breakfast and lunch spot places a heavy emphasis on environmental responsibility.
Tonight is the longtime bar's last, as its owner and landlord continue to duke it out over the name and memorabilia.
The team behind Inner Sunset’s Nabe is celebrating the grand opening of their new Lombard Street restaurant tonight.
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