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Legacy SF business faces 'imminent' eviction, turns to community for support
The Jug Shop has been part of San Francisco for 60 years, but that could soon change.

Samantha DuVall Bechtel
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,

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

Historic San Francisco Steakhouse Returns After Long Closure
Izzy’s Steaks & Chops in the Marina reopens with an overhauled menu and drinks program

At 108, the Verdi Club keeps on surviving, whether it’s a $300,000 ramp or surprise burlesque
Following an ADA compliance lawsuit, the legacy business is raising money for an accessible redesign and trying to attract a new generation.

Family jewelry firm joins ranks of Union Square's growing luxury set
Luxury sector grows despite area retail vacancies.

Gregangelo Museum Now A Legit San Francisco Landmark
For decades, this Balboa Terrace estate has been a museum offering visitors trippy, immersive experiences.

Kathy Fang: Star restauranteur remains rooted in Chinatown
Fang uses her platform to champion causes close to her heart.

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

‘Now is the time’: Why these small-business owners are doubling down on SF
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 Celebrates a Half Century Serving the West Side
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, …

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

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