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Levi's Store departs the Castro after 14 years [Updated]
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Levi's Store departs the Castro after 14 years [Updated]

Steven Bracco
Mar 02, 2022

The Castro's Levi's Store at 525 Castro Street (between 18th and 19th streets) has quietly closed after 14 years in the neighborhood.

Third phase of Castro's 'Rainbow Honor Walk' inductees announced
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Third phase of Castro's 'Rainbow Honor Walk' inductees announced

Steven Bracco
Feb 28, 2022

Last week, the Rainbow Honor Walk announced 24 new LGBT luminaries who'll be honored with street plaques in the Castro.

Wela Thai Massage & Spa headed for Castro's former Face It Salon space
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Wela Thai Massage & Spa headed for Castro's former Face It Salon space

Steven Bracco
Feb 21, 2022

A new Thai massage business is headed for the former Face It Salon & Spa at 2343 Market Street.

Hotel Castro changes background-check policy after receiving privacy concerns; rooms still monitored by noise meters
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Hotel Castro changes background-check policy after receiving privacy concerns; rooms still monitored by noise meters

Steven Bracco
Feb 08, 2022

Privacy concerns raised by hotel guests and Castro residents have resulted in policy changes at the newly open 12-room boutique lodge The Hotel Castro (4230 18th St.).

Castro business briefs: Nash Hot Chicken & Ramen opens, Thailand restaurant quietly bows out, more
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Castro business briefs: Nash Hot Chicken & Ramen opens, Thailand restaurant quietly bows out, more

Steven Bracco
Feb 08, 2022

In this edition: a hot chicken and ramen restaurant and pet grooming store open in the Castro, a designer clothing store extends its stay, and a longtime Thai restaurant closes its doors.

Boutique natural wine shop Bottle Bacchanal now open in the Castro
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Boutique natural wine shop Bottle Bacchanal now open in the Castro

Steven Bracco
Feb 07, 2022

Boutique natural wine shop Bottle Bacchanal is now open in the space formerly occupied by Specs in the City & Cheaters Too at 4126 18th Street (between Castro and Collingwood streets).

Fast-casual chicken-and-rice restaurant Gai opens in former Homeskillet space
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Fast-casual chicken-and-rice restaurant Gai opens in former Homeskillet space

Steven Bracco
Jan 31, 2022

Fast-casual chicken and rice restaurant Gai has opened its second location at 1001 Market Street (at Sixth), formerly Homeskillet.

Another Planet CEO addresses 'misinformation' about Castro Theatre takeover, says future film schedule will meet market demand
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Another Planet CEO addresses 'misinformation' about Castro Theatre takeover, says future film schedule will meet market demand

Steven Bracco
Jan 27, 2022

Following last week's announcement about Another Planet Entertainment (APE) taking over operations at the historic theater, there's been a lot of public outcry, and APE's CEO says "there were a lot of assumptions made."

7-story condo building proposed for Castro's former Eros bathhouse site
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7-story condo building proposed for Castro's former Eros bathhouse site

Steven Bracco
Jan 26, 2022

A developer is seeking approval to demolish the building at 2051 Market Street that previously housed Castro's sex club and sauna Eros.

Castro Italian restaurant Poesia set to expand with cafe at Réveille Coffee space
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Castro Italian restaurant Poesia set to expand with cafe at Réveille Coffee space

Steven Bracco
Jan 21, 2022

The Castro's 13-year-old Italian restaurant Poesia Osteria Italiana (4072 18th St.) is set to expand with a cafe inside the space formerly occupied by Réveille Coffee at 4076 18th St.

Another Planet Entertainment set to take over programming & revitalize 100-year-old Castro Theatre
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Another Planet Entertainment set to take over programming & revitalize 100-year-old Castro Theatre

Steven Bracco
Jan 19, 2022

The nearly 100-year-old Castro Theatre is set to get a major overhaul after announcing it has partnered with Another Planet Entertainment (APE) to take over programming.

Castro Starbucks set to reopen next week after six-week closure
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Castro Starbucks set to reopen next week after six-week closure

Steven Bracco
Jan 19, 2022

Castro residents and visitors looking for their daily fix of Starbucks coffee, lattes, frappucinos, and more will soon be able to order drinks again.

Chadwick's now selling warm fun buns in former Castro Subway location
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Chadwick's now selling warm fun buns in former Castro Subway location

Steven Bracco
Jan 05, 2022

Castro residents and visitors now have a new option to enjoy warm morning buns and fresh-baked mini-pizzas in the neighborhood.

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