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The Jug Shop

Legacy SF business faces 'imminent' eviction, turns to community for support

March 1, 2025

The Jug Shop has been part of San Francisco for 60 years, but that could soon change.

Izzy's Steakhouse

Samantha DuVall Bechtel

February 26, 2025

Last month, Samantha DuVall Bechtel reopened the doors to Izzy’s Steaks & Chops in celebration of the restoration and renovation of the Steiner Street steakhouse her late father, Sam DuVall,

Bob's Donuts and Pastries

New Bob’s Donuts on Polk Street Opens Friday, Just 300 Feet From the Old Bob’s Donuts on Polk Street

February 18, 2025

After months of controversy over a substantial rent hike, Polk Street’s 24-hour fresh donut mecca Bob’s Donuts will open their much-ballyhooed new location across the street Friday, with a tote bag giveaway and multiple donut-eating contests.

Izzy's Steakhouse

Historic San Francisco Steakhouse Returns After Long Closure

February 5, 2025

Izzy’s Steaks & Chops in the Marina reopens with an overhauled menu and drinks program

The Verdi Club

At 108, the Verdi Club keeps on surviving, whether it’s a $300,000 ramp or surprise burlesque

February 3, 2025

Following an ADA compliance lawsuit, the legacy business is raising money for an accessible redesign and trying to attract a new generation.

Yadav Diamonds and Jewelry

Family jewelry firm joins ranks of Union Square's growing luxury set

January 9, 2025

Luxury sector grows despite area retail vacancies.

The Gregangelo Museum

Gregangelo Museum Now A Legit San Francisco Landmark

December 12, 2024

For decades, this Balboa Terrace estate has been a museum offering visitors trippy, immersive experiences.

House of Nanking

Kathy Fang: Star restauranteur remains rooted in Chinatown

November 3, 2024

Fang uses her platform to champion causes close to her heart.

Glide

GLIDE Memorial Church continues the work of late Reverend Cecil Williams

October 24, 2024

Following the death of longtime leader, Reverend Cecil Williams, earlier this year, GLIDE Memorial Church continues his mission of radical love and music.

Just For Fun

‘Now is the time’: Why these small-business owners are doubling down on SF

October 21, 2024

As businesses call it quits, leaving SF with record-high retail vacancies, these entrepreneurs are doubling — or tripling — down, taking advantage of the tenant’s market to expand.

Other Avenues

Other Avenues Celebrates a Half Century Serving the West Side

October 7, 2024

Other Avenues is a different kind of business. A new shopper may not know that Other Avenues Co-op is not owned by a single person, but its loyal customers know, celebrate, and support its unique, …

Soko Hardware

Japantown is a rare post-pandemic success story. Can it last?

October 5, 2024

The neighborhood has been a rare post-pandemic success story. But can the soul of Japantown survive the next generational shift?

Bi-Rite Market

Bi-Rite’s third market debuts on Polk Street. At 4,000 square feet, it’s the biggest yet

August 24, 2024

Bi-Rite Market, San Francisco’s best-known high-end grocery store, is set to debut its third location next week on Polk Street. At 4,000 square feet, it’s twice as big as the 84-year-old original market in the Mission.