AsiaSF, a transgender cabaret bar in San Francisco, is closing on March 31, coinciding with Transgender Day of Visibility. Co-owner Hashbarger cites retirement as the reason.

On Thursday, the San Francisco Planning Commission unanimously approved a conditional use permit for the new Castro bar and nightclub now called Pink Swallow at 500 Castro Street (at 18th), formerly home to restaurant and bar Harvey's. 

Early to Rise, a popular breakfast pop-up, secures a permanent location in San Francisco, where it will serve family-style brunch with homemade bagels and a dedicated smoker for meats.

Chef Daniel Morales Vallejo opens his fusion pop-up, Pacifico, in Hayes Valley, San Francisco, offering a menu that blends Colombian, Peruvian, and Asian influences.

Elmer Mejicanos at Causwells in San Francisco innovated the 30-Minute Soufflé cocktail, reimagining the classic gin fizz with a focus on presentation and flavor.

Piroshky Piroshky bakery from Seattle is visiting the Bay Area with a pop-up tour, offering Eastern European-style pastries, as reported by Mercury News.

Bay Area chefs and restaurants are semifinalists for the James Beard Awards, with Sylvan Mishima Brackett and Kristina Costa highlighted among the contenders.

Bloodhound bar in San Francisco has closed due to a "dead" downtown and pandemic effects, with sales dropping to 30%. Owner Mike Goebel cited financial losses.

Sam's Burgers in San Francisco is launching Sam’s East, a Middle Eastern restaurant, offering falafel, sandwiches, and a pita bar along with beer and wine.

Church and Market seafood spot Woodhouse Fish Co. (2073 Market St.) announced on Friday that it will close this month after 18 years.

The Round House Cafe by Equator Coffee enhances the Golden Gate Bridge experience, offering visitors quality coffee before they stroll across the iconic landmark, as reported by SF Eater.

San Francisco's Dungeness crab season started yesterday, with direct sales from boats at Fisherman's Wharf. Piers 45 and 47 will host sales most weekends, accepting cash and digital payments.

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.