SanDai & KOPI Bar, a popular Indonesian restaurant and cafe in Walnut Creek, East Bay, has closed due to high rent and low foot traffic. Chef-owner Nora Haron plans to potentially open more Kopi Bars in the future.

Toy Boat, the Clement St. ice cream shop with a cult-like following, reopened on Friday the 13th and proved some superstitions worth breaking. The 43-year-old Richmond District institution emerged from a seismic retrofitting and remodel, but proudly held onto nostaligic traditions with an expanded menu.

WesBurger 'N' More in San Francisco is closing next month, as the owner decided not to renew the lease. The restaurant was known for its contribution to the city's smashburger trend.

Ren Omakase, a new sushi venue by a seasoned team led by Sunny Noah and Chef Wen Zhao, opens in Menlo Park, featuring an Edomae-style menu sourced from Tokyo's Toyosu Market.

Fikscue, an Indonesian-Texas BBQ fusion restaurant, has opened a new location at San Francisco's Chase Center, offering unique halal smoked meats and Southeast Asian dishes.

Castro women's sports bar Rikki's (2223 Market Street) is opening pretty much on schedule, just in time for Pride Month.

Maison Benoit in Danville wins the Best Croissant in the San Francisco Bay Area competition, standing out with quality ingredients and artisanal French bakery products.

Rick & Ann's Restaurant in Berkeley is closing after 36 years due to the owner's retirement and lease ending, though Ann's Catering will continue operating.

San Francisco's Fog City restaurant closed permanently on May 30, 2025, ending its 40-year presence in the dining scene, appreciated for its innovative menu and design.

Tacos El Último Baile is leaving Oakland for San Francisco's Ikea food hall due to marketing issues, decreased foot traffic, safety concerns, and a supportive environment for businesses in San Francisco.

Bistro Lagniappe, a new California-French bistro by Chef Jacob Harth, is set to open in Healdsburg on May 29, emphasizing locally sourced ingredients and sustainability.

Something is baking at the former Castro location of Woodhouse Fish Co. at 2073 Market Street (at Church).

San Jose's Tostadas restaurant has reopened after a fire with a celebratory event, highlighting the resilience and determination of its DACA recipient owners.