Lisa Pollack
Oakland
Chef Tanya Holland: 'Oakland Really Wants Authenticity'
"There are too many restaurants right now and I hear of more people that want to come over here." Read More
Oakland Embarcadero Mission Bay
'Brown Sugar Kitchen' Forms Restaurant Group, Announces Expansion Plans
Chef/restaurateur Tanya Holland is opening new locations on both sides of the Bay, which could include airports, stadiums and more. Read More
San Francisco Lower Pac Heights Pacific Heights
'Margaux' Pop-Up Brings Bespoke Shoes To Pacific Heights
Customers can choose between readymade or bespoke shoes. Read More
San Francisco Lower Pac Heights Pacific Heights
Comfort, Cocktails & Community: 'The Snug' Opening In Pacific Heights
Several dishes will utilize the tandoori oven the team inherited from the previous tenant. Read More
San Francisco Design District Fillmore SoMa
Plenty Of Fish: 'I'a Poke' Expands Beyond The Castro & SoMa
The Fillmore location is expected to open early next year. Read More
San Francisco Fillmore
'Fillmore Social Club' To Fill Long-Vacant 'Gussie's Chicken & Waffles' Spot
The space has been dark since the soul food eatery closed in 2014. Read More
San Francisco Pacific Heights
Clothing Retailer 'Frame' Opens In Former Marc Jacobs In Pac Heights
This is the brand's first store in San Francisco. Read More
San Francisco Pacific Heights
‘Joe & The Juice’ Stakes Out Fillmore St. Location
With loud dance music and job fairs it calls 'casting' sessions, the chain has more than 200 locations worldwide. Read More
Oakland
Former 'Henry's Gallery Café' Owner Humbled By Community Support
After crime and displacement left Yong Soo Jung without a business or a savings, neighbors came together. Read More
San Francisco Pacific Heights
'Blue Bottle Coffee' Opens In Pacific Heights
The 35th café from the Oakland-based roaster officially opens to the public tomorrow. Read More
San Francisco Fillmore Hayes Valley Presidio Union Square
This Weekend: Portland's Salt & Straw To Hold Ice Cream Pop-Ups Across SF
Whether you prefer chocolate, vanilla, or green apple mayo, the popular Portland ice creamery has a flavor for you. Read More
San Francisco Lower Nob Hill Tenderloin
Hitachino Nest Beer's First U.S. Outpost Nearly Ready To Hatch
While still in incubation, Hitachino Beer & Wagyu is expected to open as soon as its master brewer arrives from Japan for a final review. Read More
San Francisco
How Are Trump's Executive Orders Affecting SF's Immigrant Families?
Fear is high among immigrant youth and families seeking refuge in San Francisco. But determination persists. Read More
San Francisco Japantown Western Addition
Sushi With A Side Of Kimchi: A Guide To The Korean Establishments Of Japantown
Japantown has much to offer for lovers of Korean culture, from restaurants to skincare shops to a Korean-style spa. Read More
San Francisco Japantown Lower Pac Heights
‘Akira’ Brings Sushi, Seasonal Japanese Tradition To Lower Pac Heights
The Bush and Franklin newcomer offers the expected sushi and sashimi offerings while weaving in seasonal Japanese specialties. Read More
San Francisco Fillmore Western Addition
Boba Guys Continues Rapid Expansion With Planned Fillmore Street Location
The busy Boba Guys, who are already expanding to Divis and Potrero Hill, have snagged a Fillmore shop that could open this month. Read More
San Francisco Japantown Lower Pac Heights
Japantown Newcomer 'Hinodeya' Introduces New-Wave Dashi Ramen
Starting November 23rd, Hinodeya will introduce San Franciscans to a variety of Japanese ramen that has yet to make its way to the United States. Read More
San Francisco Japantown
Korean Spa 'Pearl' Debuts Saturday In Historic Uoki Sakai Market Building
With communal bathing tubs, saunas and exfoliating treatments, the new spa offers women a combination of “Korean beauty style and American relaxation.” Read More
San Francisco Fillmore NoPa Western Addition
Saint John Coltrane Church Finds A New Groove In NoPa
After being evicted from Fillmore Street, the Coltrane Church has found a new home at St. Cyprian's Episcopal Church. Read More