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In the last tablehopper issue, I reported on the opening of ONE65 Patisserie & Boutique on the ground floor in the multi-level ONE65 in Union Square, and now it’s time to visit the other floors of the restored, historic Beaux Arts building. To recap, the project is from chef-partner…

Vegans in SF are rejoicing over the news that an upscale, Italian-inspired, vegan restaurant will be opening in the former ~JARDINIÈRE~ called BAIA (which means “bay” in Italian). The project is from Tracy Vogt, who owns a 32-acre farm animal sanctuary in Sonoma. She has brought on chef Matthew Kenney,…

Opening this Friday June 7th is the new Hayes Valley location of GIOIA PIZZERIA, after closing up their Polk Street location and moving into the former Two Sisters Bar & Books space. Think New York-style pizza, with quality Cali ingredients. Husband-and-wife duo, Will and Karen Gioia, are also known for…

Just in time for sunny days at Dolores Park, BI-RITE CREAMERY on 18th Street has reopened after a three-month closure for seismic retrofitting and renovation. You’ll find more communal seating, a vibrant mural, and new treats, like soft-serve stuffed donuts (featuring brioche donuts from Mr. Holmes Bakehouse) served with…

It’s that time of the year, when you start plotting who you’re excited to see at Outside Lands (on my list: The Seshen, Childish Gambino, Leon Bridges, Yaeji, Paul Simon, Toro y Moi, Santigold, Bob Moses, DJ Koze, Luttrell) and what you’re going to eat and drink…

Some unfortunate closures, including the PRATHER RANCH shop at the Ferry Building Marketplace. I reached out to Prather for a comment but didn’t hear anything back. According to a letter forwarded to me, it sounded like employees were told to hang on for a reboot, but were laid off…