Full liquor licenses in San Francisco have tumbled from roughly $250K in 2022 to near $100K today, a shift that could lower the barrier for new openings while wiping out sellers' gains.

Golden Rule, from the Che Fico team, opens May 23 in Thrive City with mini‑martinis, retro snacks and a small walk‑in bar.

Seven Bay Area restaurants — from Vicinity in Los Gatos to Popoca in Oakland — were added to the Michelin Guide California list this year. The mix spans tasting menus and neighborhood favorites.

Meyhouse opened its first East Bay location at City Center Bishop Ranch, pairing Anatolian shared plates with a small ticketed jazz room.

Michigan‑born Haraz Coffee House will open a 96‑seat cafe at The Landsby in Mountain View this June, mixing Yemeni classics with espresso drinks and pastries.

Matthew Accarrino is consulting on Vetra and a casual café at The Elene in Napa, pairing Cal‑Italian cooking with a cycling program tied to the Napa Valley Vine Trail.

Fish & Bird, the Shattuck Avenue izakaya, will serve its last meal on June 14 as owner Yoshika Hedberg steps back after six-and-a-half years.

SoMa Social opened Friday at SoMa House in Mid‑Market, offering chef‑driven comfort food, signature cocktails and a semi‑private Huddle lounge for watch parties.

Arborum purchased a 24‑acre parcel from Vineyard 29, expanding its Spring Mountain estate to roughly 44 acres, with plans for organic plantings and charitable giving.

Oklava Café is set to take over the vacant coffee counter at Saluhall, the IKEA‑anchored food hall on Market Street. Owners say the Turkish‑style menu and a loyal Palo Alto following could help revive a struggling hall.

Former César staff are reuniting to open Mesón at 1329 Gilman St in Berkeley, bringing paellas, montaditos and a backyard patio this summer.

Gary Rulli announced Ristobar will end service on Memorial Day after a 22‑year run in the Marina; the Chestnut Street space is being repurposed as an events venue.

Sana'a Cafe has leased three former Starbucks storefronts in San Francisco, including a Financial District site at 27 Drumm. The move adds another wave of Yemeni cafés to the city.