Newly opened AyDea cafe in San Francisco's SoMa brings Tatarstan flavors with unique breakfast and lunch items, fusing local ingredients with traditional Central Russian cuisine.

The Institute of Contemporary Art in San Francisco introduces a monthly speakeasy-style bar blending cocktails and art, starting January 26 with drinks, nibbles, music, and tours.

Nick the Greek is opening a new location in Berkeley, offering free lunches on opening day. Founded by three cousins, the chain serves Greek street food and continues to expand.

The popular boba chain The Alley opens its first Bay Area location in Berkeley, featuring a collaboration with anime series Jujutsu Kaisen and exclusive merchandise.

San Francisco's Jeanne d’Arc bistro reopens with original charm and the return of chef Bernard Moutal, offering classic French cuisine to locals and tourists.

Saint Frank Coffee opened a second location in San Francisco's MIRA building, offering specialty coffee, pastries, and teas to locals. Despite downtown's challenges, the founder is optimistic and committed to the city's coffee culture.

TikTok food critic Keith Lee ended his Bay Area tour due to an allergic reaction and concerns about local conditions.

A single, divey Polk Street pizzeria was found to be operating 70 different virtual San Francisco restaurants, such as "The Pasta Slut," "Juicy's Cheesesteaks," & "Celebrity Vegan Burger" through DoorDash storefronts.

Chef Seth Stowaway, known for overcoming homelessness and addiction, is set to open The Bar at Osito in San Francisco, offering a menu of single-origin spirits and fine foods in a community-focused, non-exclusive setting.

Mark Zuckerberg is raising wagyu and angus cattle on a diet of macadamia nuts and beer in Kauai, potentially impacting the environment and sparking a discussion on food ethics.

Oakland's Sidebar, a popular lakeside dining spot, is closing on January 27th, as announced by its owners, Seth and Jenni Bregman. The space will support the nearby Bardo Lounge & Supper Club.

Popular Castro seafood restaurant Anchor Oyster Bar (579 Castro Street) will temporarily close on Tuesday as it undergoes a long overdue mandatory soft-story retrofit.

Keith Lee, a popular TikTok food critic, is bringing the Keith Lee and Family Food Tour to the San Francisco Bay Area in 2024, seeking to highlight local mom-and-pop eateries.