On this day in 1956, Caffe Trieste was established as the very first espresso coffeehouse on the West Coast—no foolin'. An anniversary celebration is being planned for a later date.

The shop's new owner hopes to lure in locals with the changes he's made, including the addition of Humphry Slocombe ice cream.

Aiming to be a welcoming neighborhood spot, the new gastropub in the former Bocce Cafe will offer cocktails, pizza, brunch, and more.

Starting Monday, it'll open for morning pastries and espresso drinks; other goodies include an affordable menu of soups, salads, panini and pasta.

When it opens this summer, Peppercorn will serve a California-style menu of salads, sandwiches and small bites in a revamped space.

Look for a lighter, brighter interior; a smaller, higher-quality menu of authentic Thai comfort and street food; and Asian-inspired cocktails.

The new bar by Rick Howard (Harry's Bar, Eddie Rickenbacker's is named after SF Fire Department Chief Engineer Dennis T. Sullivan, who was in charge during the Great Earthquake and Fire of 1906.

You'll find pearl milk tea, popcorn chicken and crepes, along with vegan pastries and non-dairy tea options for those with dietary restrictions.

A business owner along Green Street, where the market is planned, was incensed about possible interruptions to deliveries and parking.

The latest eatery from Pete Mrabe (Don Pisto's, Chubby Noodle, Pete's), opens today at 728 Vallejo St. serving sandwiches only from 10:30am–3:30pm.

Pete Mrabe is hosting a grand opening party for the neighborhood on Thursday, with free passed appetizers.

The popular pastry purveyor is offline through Feb. 22nd. A sign says it's closed for repairs, but it's actually getting some new refrigeration and showcases in an effort to spruce things up.

Vegan is out, pho is in at the Stockton/Vallejo corner.