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.

The iconic rotating restaurant atop San Francisco's Hyatt Regency is reopening after 17 years, featuring panoramic city views and historic charm, with a soft launch for hotel guests before a grand anniversary celebration.

Pochys in Berkeley, helmed by Aravind Pochiraju, serves authentic South Indian street food and is gaining popularity with a menu inspired by flavors from Bangalore, Mumbai, and Tenali.

Mestiza, a Filipino-Mexican restaurant in SoMa, San Francisco, reopens after four years, offering a fusion menu with plant-based options and outdoor kamayan dinners.

Michelin-Starred Chef Bruno Chemel will open Le Parc Bistrobar, a French bistro in San Francisco's Galleria Park Hotel, offering classic French dishes with seasonal ingredients.

Petit Crenn in San Francisco is temporarily reopening mid-May until September following its pandemic closure, offering diners a final chance to enjoy its Breton-inspired cuisine before its lease ends.

A new culinary venture, "Under-Study", is set to open in Napa Valley's former Dean & DeLuca location by the Michelin-starred PRESS team, offering gourmet foods, wine classes, and other delicacies next summer.

San Francisco Mayor London Breed declared April 8 as "Souvla Day" to celebrate the Greek restaurant’s 10th anniversary, amid her challenging re-election campaign.

IKEA unveils Saluhall, a new 23,000-square-foot food hall with 450 seats in San Francisco, offering a mix of bars and eateries, a cooking school, and community events.

The Monk's Kettle is relocating from San Francisco to Oakland, taking over the old Citron space in Rockridge, with plans to open by fall. The gastropub will host farewell events before closing its current location in early summer.

Napa Valley is hosting its first Cookbook Fest from June 21 to 23, featuring a lineup of top chefs like Tyler Florence for a culinary event with meals, talks, and signings.

Lion Dance Cafe, a popular Singaporean vegan restaurant in Oakland, is closing on April 27, citing the desire to be closer to family rather than financial issues.

Six Bay Area / NorCal semifinalists, including Chez Noir, are 2024 James Beard Award finalists; San Francisco's Kiln is not advancing. Categories like Best Chef and Outstanding Bar feature local talents. Mai Nguyen is noted for agricultural advocacy work.