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Ruby Room Is Reopening Under New Ownership

"My vision is to keep it the same. I’m not changing anything," shares the new owner, Dawit Kidane.

Topgolf Is Coming to Burlingame Later This Year

"At a proposed 70,000+ square-foot site, the Topgolf will have three floors, 102 climate-controlled hitting bays, a restaurant, outdoor dining, and an indoor event space."

Berkeley’s Juice Appeal Is Changing Hands

New owner Ilham Alhafnawi will operate the business alongside her children Laila, Besan, Jenin, Talia, and Jad.

California Fish Grill Is Joining the Evergreen Circle Project in San Jose

San Jose locals can expect a fast-casual dining experience that revolves around grilled and fried fish plates, bowls, seafood tacos, and sandwiches.

Raising Cane’s Is Expanding in San Jose

Raising Cane's will join the Evergreen Circle Project alongside tenants such as California Fish Grill, Crumbl, and Starbucks.

A New Thai Restaurant Is Coming to Japantown’s Kimpton Hotel Enso

Known for combining "a little bit [of] traditional Japanese sensibility" with "a little bit [of] West Coast cool," Japantown's Kimpton Hotel Enso is about to add high-end Thai to the mix.

The Restaurateurs Behind Causwells Are Bringing a New Concept to the Marina District

Coming to 2336 Chestnut Street — taking over a space formerly home to Ocularium — Delilah's will land near eateries such as A16, Coffee Roastery, and Ristobar.

National Franchise Dog Haus Is Expanding to the East Bay

“We are ecstatic to be a part of the Dog Haus brand,” shares Franchisee Alex Munoz.

Inner Sunset’s Arizmendi Bakery Is Closing for Renovations

"To get a new oven set up, Arizmendi Bakery on 9th Avenue will close as of February 25 for at least two months."

XULO Is Setting Up Shop in Berkeley

Chef Michael de la Torre shares that the brand and popup will continue producing handmade flour tortillas made in the style of Sonora, Mexico.

Bay Area Restaurateur Behind Pizzaiolo Is Debuting a New Concept in Oakland

With Pizzaiolo's Chef Anthony Lee at the wheel, the new restaurant will reportedly offer seasonal, wood-fired pizza and pasta.

A New Asian-Fusion Eatery Is Debuting in Pleasanton

Food options will range from ramen to spam musubi and popcorn chicken.

The Marina District’s Cultivar Is Expanding its Bay Area Footprint

Cultivar is known for offering "seasonal eats and small-batch wines by the bottle and the glass."

Bettola Is Bringing a Taste of Italy to Inner Richmond

"From rotisserie chickens to cured meats and imported cheeses, Bettola offers a delightful taste of Italy for every occasion."

Oakland-based Pizzeria Philomena Is Prepping to Open in San Leandro

Coming to 600 Dutton Avenue, the eatery will land near establishments such as Moussaka Mediterranean Kitchen, Sistas Soul Food Kafe, and Zocalo Coffeehouse.

A New Mediterranean Restaurant Is Opening in Los Gatos

The brothers behind Saratoga's Tamra Mediterranean Grill are debuting a new concept, Dar Restaurant & Bar.

Golden Boy Pizza Is Expanding in San Francisco

Coming to 1447 Taraval Street, the eatery will land near establishments such as El Cafe, Lou's Cafe, and STIX.

Highwire Coffee Is Gearing Up to Open in Walnut Creek

Coming to BART Station at 200 Ygnacio Valley Boulevard, the cafe will land near establishments such as A Sweet Affair Bakery, Starbucks, and Target.

Butter Pecan Bakeshop Is Debuting a New Outpost in Pleasant Hill

Owner Wendell Hunter is looking forward to serving Butter Pecan's "buttery, delicious" cookies to his Pleasant Hill customers on their turf.

A Hawaii-based Ice Cream Concept Is Coming to Noe Valley