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Castro Spanish/Mexican-Inspired Restaurant Copas Closing After Less Than 3 Years
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Castro Spanish/Mexican-Inspired Restaurant Copas Closing After Less Than 3 Years

Steven Bracco
Apr 18, 2024

After less than three years, Castro casual Mexican/Spanish-influenced restaurant Copas (2223 Market) has announced its closure. Copas' last day in business is Saturday, April 20.

Castro Independent Pharmacy Tin Rx Shutters After 4 Years
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Castro Independent Pharmacy Tin Rx Shutters After 4 Years

Steven Bracco
Apr 03, 2024

Castro independent pharmacy Tin Rx Pharmacy (2181 Market Street) has shuttered after four years in the Castro.

Inside Fisch & Flore — Castro's New Seafood Restaurant Softly Opening Wednesday In Former Cafe Flore
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Inside Fisch & Flore — Castro's New Seafood Restaurant Softly Opening Wednesday In Former Cafe Flore

Steven Bracco
Apr 02, 2024

New owner Serhat Zorlu tells Hoodline that the sustainable seafood restaurant reopens Wednesday — just in time for the relaunch of the weekly Castro Farmer's Market.

Supervisor Mandelman Proposes Landmarking Castro's Iconic Rainbow Flag (And Pole)
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Supervisor Mandelman Proposes Landmarking Castro's Iconic Rainbow Flag (And Pole)

Steven Bracco
Mar 27, 2024

The big rainbow flag that flies over Harvey Milk Plaza in the Castro may soon become a landmark.

Takeout-Only Chinese Restaurant Joyful Garden Now Open in Former Thailand Restaurant Space in the Castro
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Takeout-Only Chinese Restaurant Joyful Garden Now Open in Former Thailand Restaurant Space in the Castro

Steven Bracco
Mar 27, 2024

The Castro's newest Chinese restaurant Joyful Garden is now open at 438A Castro Street, formerly Thailand Restaurant.

Castro's Bonita Taqueria Closes, Tacos El Tucán Opening Soon
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Castro's Bonita Taqueria Closes, Tacos El Tucán Opening Soon

Steven Bracco
Mar 26, 2024

After four years in the Castro, Bonita Taqueria y Rotisserie has closed at 3600 16th Street (at Market and Noe streets).

Castro Business Briefs: Palmetto Superfoods & SF Grocery Outlet Open, Fave & Castro Massage Coming Soon
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Castro Business Briefs: Palmetto Superfoods & SF Grocery Outlet Open, Fave & Castro Massage Coming Soon

Steven Bracco
Mar 25, 2024

Here's a brief roundup of recent changes to Castro area businesses. In this edition, two new businesses have recently opened in the Castro and two more are on the way including an acai shop, a clothing store, a small grocery store, and a massage business.

Planning Commission OKs Washington D.C.-Based Pilates Company [solidcore]'s Castro Studio
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Planning Commission OKs Washington D.C.-Based Pilates Company [solidcore]'s Castro Studio

Steven Bracco
Mar 06, 2024

The Castro's fitness fad continues to flex its muscle with a new pilates-inspired studio headed for a long-vacant storefront.

After 22 Years, Castro Seafood Restaurant Catch Announces Closure
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After 22 Years, Castro Seafood Restaurant Catch Announces Closure

Steven Bracco
Feb 27, 2024

After 22 years in the Castro, seafood restaurant Catch (2362 Market St.) announced that it will permanently close next month...

Castro's Plant Therapy Faces Lease Termination After Monthslong Closure
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Castro's Plant Therapy Faces Lease Termination After Monthslong Closure

Steven Bracco
Feb 22, 2024

Castro area plant shop Plant Therapy (2095 Market Street) faces an uncertain future after the store has remained closed for nearly four months.

Inside Klein Epstein & Parker, the Castro's New Resource for Custom Suits
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Inside Klein Epstein & Parker, the Castro's New Resource for Custom Suits

Steven Bracco
Feb 12, 2024

Castro residents and visitors in search of custom-made suits now have a new place to order one.

Hi Tops Alum Opening New Castro Restaurant & Bar at Long-Troubled Former Bagdad Café Space
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Hi Tops Alum Opening New Castro Restaurant & Bar at Long-Troubled Former Bagdad Café Space

Steven Bracco
Feb 08, 2024

A new Castro restaurant and bar is headed for the long-troubled former Bagdad Café space at 2295 Market Street (at Noe), more recently known as Los Amigos Diner.

New Castro Bar Pink Swallow Receives Planning Commission Approval
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New Castro Bar Pink Swallow Receives Planning Commission Approval

Steven Bracco
Feb 01, 2024

On Thursday, the San Francisco Planning Commission unanimously approved a conditional use permit for the new Castro bar and nightclub now called Pink Swallow at 500 Castro Street (at 18th), formerly home to restaurant and bar Harvey's. 

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