The beachfront Taco Bell Cantina in Pacifica is temporarily closed for renovations, as announced by executive James Aman. The exact reopening date is unknown.

Steamer's Grillhouse in Los Gatos is closing after 45 years, with its last service on Christmas Eve. The closure is due to lease issues and renovation costs. The restaurant was known for milestones celebrated by its patrons.

A new Mediterranean restaurant, Eos & Nyx, is opening in San Jose, offering a day-to-night dining experience in a former movie theater transformed by Basile Studios.

Stephanie Izard is set to open a new restaurant, Valley Goat, at Sunnyvale's upcoming Treehouse Hotel in early 2025, inspired by Northern California's produce and featuring a family-style dining experience.

Bird Dog, a prominent fine dining restaurant in Palo Alto, is closing down as its 10-year lease ends. Owners express their future project plans for 2025.

A San Jose shop owner received a jail sentence for illegally importing and selling fruit with invasive fruit flies. This marks a first felony charge for such a crime in Santa Clara County.

Olhso, a Korean BBQ and Seafood automated food truck in Foster City, uses an 'auto-wok' and operates with minimal staff, aiming for profit over quantity.

7 Stars Bar and Grill, a sci-fi-themed venue, is set to reopen in downtown Campbell offering themed entertainment and aiming to be a family-friendly and inclusive space for fans.

Dos Pescados, a new seafood restaurant by chef Trent Lidgey and restaurateur Brandon Smittcamp, has opened in Aptos, offering a menu with a mix of traditional and innovative seafood dishes.

Fiorillo Restaurant in Santa Clara is closing after 52 years of service, with its last day scheduled for June 22, 2024, as reported by KRON4 and announced on their website and Facebook page.

A fire damaged the newly opened Mazra restaurant in Redwood City, with the blaze suspected to have started near the grill. No injuries were reported, and the owners plan to rebuild.

Super Duper Burgers is opening its 17th location in San Mateo, with the first 50 visitors receiving a free burger. The Bay Area chain is known for burgers, fries, and shakes, and remains locally owned and operated.

LA's Sushi Roku is opening a new location in Palo Alto's Stanford Shopping Center, with a soft launch on April 20 before officially opening on April 30.