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Subscribe to tablehopper and discover why it’s a must-read, insider newsletter for anyone who lives to eat in San Francisco, for 19 years and counting. Every Tuesday, columnist and curator Marcia Gagliardi serves up the latest SF Bay Area restaurant and bar news, events, culture tips, travel guides, and more.

Father's Day Options
The Socialite

Father's Day Options

FATHER’S DAY is this Sunday June 20th, and of course there are a variety of meaty events and options to help you celebrate. (And if your dad happens to be a vegetarian, why don’t you take him to the tablehopper Indian Street Food Lunch the day before?) First…
Marcia Gagliardi
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New Brewery and Restaurant Opening in the City
The Chatterbox

New Brewery and Restaurant Opening in the City

The year of beer continues to hold true, and here’s the latest newcomer to the scene: ~SOUTHERN PACIFIC BREWING~ will be opening in the Mission’s Media Gulch area, targeting November 1st. Partners behind the project are Anthony LaVia (Gestalt, Matador, Café La Onda) and Chris Lawrence, formerly the…
Marcia Gagliardi
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Thermidor Opens in Mint Plaza
The Chatterbox

Thermidor Opens in Mint Plaza

Over on Mint Plaza, ~THERMIDOR~ is now in its soft opening mode. The American vintage-inspired project is from Bruce Binn and Neil Jorgensen of Spork, and features a menu of classic American dishes with a modern spin. Once the full menu completely launches, you’ll be able to get…
Marcia Gagliardi
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Fondue Cowboy Opens in SoMa
The Chatterbox

Fondue Cowboy Opens in SoMa

Due to (softly) swing open its saloon doors this Thursday, Dave Mur’s ~FONDUE COWBOY~ is going to serve up bubbling pots of cheesy goodness, like the spicy cheddar ($12) with 12-month aged cheddar, Emmenthaler, a beer base, oven-roasted tomatoes, roasted garlic, roasted jalapeño, Tapatío, and cilantro oil.…
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The Chatterbox

Changes at Le Club

I received word that the new chef at LE CLUB, Amy Glaze, has quit after only a few months on the job. She’s hoping to stay in San Francisco, so we’ll have to see where she lands. 1250 Jones St. at Clay, 415-922-2582. Related Entries * New…
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Some Updates in the World of Sweets
The Chatterbox

Some Updates in the World of Sweets

First, some good news: Elizabeth Falkner (working with Lexi Barry) has totally revamped the dessert menu at the BUBBLE LOUNGE, and will be doing it going forward. And yes, it’s designed to be Champagne friendly. The Lemon Drop features lemon curd, yogurt, blueberry compote, muesli crunch, and Champagne granita,…
Marcia Gagliardi
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Chocolate-y News and Events
The Chatterbox

Chocolate-y News and Events

All kinds of chocolate-related events are happening this month: Madécasse is having a free launch party this Thursday June 10th from 7pm-9pm at The Hub in SoMa. Madécasse was started by two former Peace Corps volunteers and is one of the only bean-to-bar chocolates made entirely…
Marcia Gagliardi
Marcia Gagliardi •
More Hot Lunch Action
The Chatterbox

More Hot Lunch Action

The ever-cheerful ~LOLÓ~ has started serving lunch on Fridays and Saturdays from 11:30am-3pm, which is especially tempting with the new (and sunny) parklet they have just outside the restaurant. Dishes include a tuna or carnitas tostada, or the famous shrimp and jicama “tacos,” which are only $10…
Marcia Gagliardi
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