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SF’s “House of Prime Rib” is Back after 6-Month Closure
Indoor Dining, What's Closed / What's Open Thanks to the SF Chronicle for letting us know that the cult classic House of Prime Rib is finally accepting reservations after a 6 month closure now that limited indoor dining is allowed in San Francisco. According to the Chronicle, the restaurant (located on Van Ness between Washington and Jackson) will more...
SF Says Goodbye to “Wish” 18-Year-Old SoMa Nightclub
Goodbye, What's Closed / What's Open San Francisco said goodbye to yet another nightlife venue as Wish Bar & Lounge announced its permanent closure last week – a small cocktail lounge in SoMa that spun great house music Thanks to Broke-Ass Stuart for letting us know, who commented “If you like dark bars, with House music, stiff more...
SF’s Only City Outdoor Pool Reopens Today
What's Closed / What's Open The San Francisco Recreation and Park Department reopened the only city-owned outdoor pool, Mission Pool, for limited capacity lap swim starting October 5th. WHEN: Open Monday to Saturday 9 a.m. -5:30 p.m. (Closed Sundays) – see swim schedule (Oct 5 – Dec 5) – There are half-hour breaks in between each swim lap session. – more...
“West Coast Craft Market” is Back in SF on Oct. 10
Artsy Fartsy, Get Out: Events, What's Closed / What's Open The first West Coast Craft Market of 2020 will take place Saturday, October 10, from 10am to 4pm, at Fort Mason Center in San Francisco. DATE CHANGE – Event is now October 10th (it was originally scheduled for October 3rd but was moved due to poor air quality) This single-day, outdoor market more...
SF’s Huge 150-Foot Ferris Wheel Opens “Late October”
Bay Area Updates, What's Closed / What's Open A huge observation wheel intended to be a centerpiece of Golden Gate Park’s 150th Anniversary celebrations on in April has sat dormant after being partially constructed at the beginning of COVID-19. Because there was no great place to store a 15-story wheel, it was decided the best move was to install it more...
California Academy of Sciences Reopens Oct. 23
Bay Area Updates, Museums / Cultural Institutions, What's Closed / What's Open After a 214-day temporary closure, the California Academy of Sciences in Golden Gate Park will reopen to members and donors on October 13 and the general public on October 23. Member and donor tickets will be available to reserve online beginning October 5, and public tickets on October 14. All guests more...
San Francisco Churches Can Reopen Indoors Sept. 30
What's Closed / What's Open Starting on Wednesday, September 30, places of worship can open indoors at 25% capacity, up to 100 people. Outdoor worship services will continue, now with up to 200 people, as long as there is sufficient space to allow for social distancing. Singing or chanting is not allowed indoors since choirs and more...
SF’s Updated Timeline for Reopening Announced
Outdoor Dining, What's Closed / What's Open San Francisco to Move Forward with Reopening More Businesses and Activities on September 30 Tuesday, September 29, 2020 Now that San Francisco is assigned to the State’s Orange tier, the City will move forward on reopening indoor restaurants and places of worship, and other activities including plans for outdoor family entertainment, playgrounds more...
Indoor Movie Theaters Can Reopen in SF on Oct. 7th
What's Closed / What's Open San Francisco has set a timeline for opening indoor movie theaters and outdoor playgrounds. Indoor movie theaters are slated to reopen at a limited capacity and with modifications on Wednesday, October 7, and public outdoor playgrounds are planned to open in mid-October, now that State restrictions have eased. The Department of more...
Indoor Dining in San Francisco is Back Sept. 30th
Eat & Drink, Outdoor Dining, What's Closed / What's Open After initially stating that indoor dining wouldn’t happen until “Mid-October”, San Francisco today announced a revision to their reopening timeline for indoor dining which is set to resume on September 30th. See San Francisco’s latest reopening timeline | Indoor Dining Updates Indoor Dining Rules/Restrictions We expect the rules to evolve over time, but more...
SF’s Cable Cars Are Back. But You Can’t Take a Ride (Yet)
Only in San Francisco, What's Closed / What's Open Although all the cable cars in service got replaced by buses on March 17th and won’t return “until further notice,” SF’s cable cars are making a comeback of sorts. According to the Market Street Railway website, starting this past weekend, a cable car is now on display at the Powell St. more...
SF’s “Conservatory of Flowers” Reopens Oct. 1
Bay Area Updates, Museums / Cultural Institutions, What's Closed / What's Open The Conservatory of Flowers will reopen to visitors beginning Thursday, October 1 with modifications in place to ensure public safety and prevent the spread of COVID-19. Guests will be required to wear face coverings and the Conservatory will limit the number of visitors to 25 percent of its normal capacity to more...
SF Announces New Outdoor Concert Plan
Bay Area Updates, Brand New, What's Closed / What's Open Mayor London Breed Announces Program for Outdoor Entertainment and Amplified Sound as Part of City’s Reopening Friday, September 25, 2020 The Entertainment Commission’s JAM or “Just Add Music” permit will regulate entertainment and amplified sound at Shared Spaces locations, private business property, and other outdoor settings. Permit is available at no cost. Photo more...
SF’s Dive Bar “Lucky 13” is Back… for Now
Outdoor Dining, What's Closed / What's Open ICYMI, lovably dirty and dank dive bar Lucky 13 just reopened in mid September. According to Instagram, their back patio is open 3-9pm every day. And like all bars, food is required in order to order drinks. This was the bar that Funcheap drank at the final night before everything shut more...
de Young Museum’s “Free Saturdays” Return Sept. 26
Museums / Cultural Institutions, What's Closed / What's Open COVID-19 Update – Free Saturdays are back as of September 26, 2020. Timed tickets will be required. Reserve in advance online, or limited number of tickets may be available the membership desk the day of. Review updated social-distancing rules Things may change – Check the de young site and social for latest updates Website | Instagram | Facebook Every Saturday, the de Young more...
