After nearly six years, Il Casaro Pizzeria (235 Church Street) has temporarily closed its Castro restaurant and its future appears uncertain.

Charles Phan, known for pioneering Vietnamese fine dining in San Francisco, has passed away unexpectedly at age 62. His legacy will continue through his restaurants and community support.

A beloved Starbucks at 99 Jackson Street in San Francisco, considered a "community clubhouse," is set to close, despite the community's efforts to save it.

Señor Sisig opens a new location at Thrive City, near the Chase Center, promising Filipino American street food and events to Golden State Warriors fans.

After less than two years, Castro's Sisters Coffee Shop (506 Castro Street) quietly closed last week.

Al Pastor Papi, a popular food truck in San Francisco known for its al pastor tacos, is closing down as announced by owner Miguel Escobedo on Instagram.

The team behind Lazy Bear is set to open a new French eatery, JouJou, in San Francisco, offering a luxurious and fun dining experience with a focus on French cuisine and seafood.

George's Donuts & Merriment is opening in San Francisco, offering European-styled doughnuts, alongside salads, sandwiches, and drinks, with a viewable kitchen and a rich backstory.

California wildlife officials exposed an illegal fishing operation in San Francisco, seizing over 2,000 pounds of fish, including restricted salmon species.

Chef Geoffrey Lee has resigned from his roles at Ju-Ni, Handroll Project, and Hamburger Project after a feud with influencer KatfoodSF over an online review.

We now know the home of San Francisco's first women's sports bar. Rikki's, a new sports bar celebrating women's sports will open in the Castro at 2223 Market Street, formerly Copas.

The Seal Rock Inn Restaurant in San Francisco, closed since 2020, is set to reopen with new management and a French bistro theme, adding hope to the city's dining scene.

After two and half years in business, Castro cocktail lounge and restaurant Lobby Bar (4230 18th Street) has been sold to a new owner who plans to maintain the same name.