Eat & Drink
Free Krispy Kreme Day (Aug. 26)
Eat & Drink, Freebies Krispy Kreme is giving away free doughnuts today, August 26, from 5 to 7 PM at participating U.S. locations while supplies last. The giveaway is in honor of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s engagement, but let’s be honest, free doughnuts are reason enough to stop by. FREE doughnuts for the class 🧨🍩💍 Offer more...
One of SF’s Coolest Thai Restaurants Has Closed
Eat & Drink, Goodbye, San Francisco Khan Toke Thai House, a longtime Richmond District favorite, has permanently closed its doors. The Thai spot, operating since the 1970s, was known for its floor seating, temple-like interior, and expansive menu. The restaurant was named one of the Chronicle’s “Best Classic Restaurants” in 2024 for its unique ambiance and memorable more...
SF’s Iconic 88-Year Old Restaurant “Original Joe’s” Opens in East Bay
Brand New, East Bay, Eat & Drink After nearly three years of planning, construction, and delays, Original Joe’s opens its first East Bay location on Thursday, August 14, 2025 at Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek. The nearly 90-year-old San Francisco institution is moving into the prominent corner at 1300 S. Main St., in the former Stanford’s space. It’s more...
SF Getting a 2nd Boozy Late-Night Taco Bell “Cantina”
Bars, Brand New, Eat & Drink, San Francisco San Francisco is getting a second Taco Bell Cantina, this time landing at Fisherman’s Wharf in the heart of Anchorage Square. The new spot is set to take over the old Auntie Anne’s and Chipotle spaces at 333 Jefferson Street and will serve alcohol late into the night. Unlike your typical more...
China’s Biggest Hot Pot Chain “Haidilao” is Coming to Daly City
Brand New, Eat & Drink The Peninsula is getting a major new spot for hot pot. Haidilao, the largest hot pot chain in China, is opening its first Peninsula location inside Daly City’s Serramonte Center. The restaurant is known not just for its build-your-own hot pot experience and ultra-efficient service, but also for a quirky secret more...
Brand New Hello Kitty Cafe Opens in Bay Area
Brand New, Eat & Drink The Bay Area’s very first Hello Kitty Cafe has officially opened at Westfield Valley Fair in Santa Clara, bringing a burst of pink and nostalgia to one of the region’s busiest malls. The themed cafe is part of the shopping center’s ongoing $1.1 billion expansion and is located near Bloomingdale’s, drawing more...
Bay Area Cult Fav “Zachary’s Pizza” Opening New East Bay Spot
Bay Area Favorites, East Bay, Eat & Drink Zachary’s Chicago Pizza is expanding with a new location planned for downtown Livermore. The East Bay-based chain is set to open its latest restaurant at 2470 First Street sometime this fall. The Livermore site will become the sixth location for the employee-owned company, which has steadily grown since opening its more...
Chava’s Closes After 24 Years Serving Homestyle Mexican Food in the Mission
Eat & Drink, Goodbye, San Francisco Chava’s Restaurant, a longstanding Mexican eatery in San Francisco’s Mission District, is closing its doors after 24 years. Located just off 24th Street on Mission, the restaurant stopped serving food earlier this month and will officially close on July 15. The closure follows years of economic challenges, including a slow more...
SF’s Huge New All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Has Waterfront Views
Brand New, Eat & Drink, San Francisco If you’ve ever dreamed of building your own stir-fry mountain and handing it off to a Benihana-style chef—good news: FiRE + iCE just opened at Pier 39. Sea lions to the left of you, Bubba Gump to the right, and now you’re stuck in the middle with sizzling steak fajitas. The choose-your-own-adventure more...
Every Night Market in San Francisco Bay Area in 2025
Bay Area Favorites, Eat & Drink, Fairs & Festivals, Night Market The San Francisco Bay Area is set to host a series of bustling, open-air markets and nighttime events in 2025. Please note, we’re continuing to update this guide. Here’s the latest, updated June 24, 2025. Bay Area Night Markets 2025 San Francisco Castro Night Market – Every 3rd Friday, 5-10p – 18th & more...
SF’s Legendary $5 Strip Club Buffet is Back
Bars, Downtown San Francisco, Eat & Drink, San Francisco Thanks to SF Gate for sharing that one of the city’s most unexpected—and weirdly legendary—lunch deals is officially back: the $5 all-you-can-eat lunch buffet at the Gold Club in SoMa. Yes, that Gold Club. The gentleman’s club at 650 Howard Street is reviving its ultra-affordable lunchtime tradition after a five-year hiatus, more...
Off the Grid Is Back! Here’s Every 2025 Date for SF’s Iconic Friday Night Market
Bay Area Favorites, Eat & Drink, Fairs & Festivals, Festival Updates, Night Market, Only in San Francisco, Outdoor Dining, San Francisco 🎉 Off the Grid Returns to Fort Mason for 2025 – With a Massive Monthly Night Market + 110+ Vendors! After taking most of 2024 off, Off the Grid is making a huge comeback in 2025 — The beloved Friday night tradition at Fort Mason Center is back with a fresh more...
Canada’s Largest Asian Grocery Chain is Coming to SF
Brand New, Eat & Drink, Groceries / Supermarkets, San Francisco T&T Supermarket, the largest Asian grocery retailer in Canada, is expanding to San Francisco with a new store at San Francisco City Center, located at 2675 Geary Blvd, at the intersection of Geary Blvd and Masonic Ave. The store is scheduled to open in Winter 2026. This location will serve more...
Brand New Japanese Supermarket Coming to South Bay in 2025
Brand New, Eat & Drink Bay Area food lovers will soon have another destination for Japanese ingredients and ready-to-eat meals. Hashi Japanese Market, a New York-based supermarket, is set to open its first West Coast location in Cupertino in May or June 2025. The market will take over the former Sprouts Farmers Market location at more...
SF’s Beloved Pho Spot Turtle Tower Reopens
Bay Area Updates, Eat & Drink, Reopening, San Francisco After closing its doors in 2023, the popular Vietnamese restaurant Turtle Tower has officially reopened in a new location at 220 California Street in the Financial District. Known for its Northern-style pho, particularly the chicken broth-based pho ga, Turtle Tower has been a staple in San Francisco’s food scene since more...
