Emile’s Cafe

Opening Spring 2025 Emile’s Cafe is the latest venture by the owners of Whitey’s Jolly Kone, set to open in West Sacramento’s Heritage Oaks Park this spring. It’s named in honor of Emile ‘Whitey’ Boisclair, who founded Whitey’s Jolly Kone in 1963. With a seasonally-focused menu, the cafe will offer items such as salads, sandwiches, […]

Shaq’s Big Chicken

Shaquille O’Neal’s Big Chicken restaurant is set to open its first location in Northern California at PayPal Park. The decision to bring the franchise to this popular venue came after a successful experience at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle. Big Chicken will feature a fast-casual approach with crispy chicken sandwiches and handcrafted ice cream shakes. […]

Sweetgreen

Sweetgreen is among the new additions coming to Montgomery Village in Santa Rosa, California. This fast-casual restaurant is celebrated for its focus on making healthy eating delicious and accessible. Sweetgreen offers a range of seasonal salads and bowls, all made from locally sourced ingredients. As they prepare to open, Sweetgreen looks to engage the community […]

Blue Bottle Coffee

Blue Bottle Coffee will be opening soon as part of the new tenants at Montgomery Village in Santa Rosa, California. This popular coffee shop is known for its high-quality brews and artisanal approach to coffee making. Each location is designed to offer a unique coffee experience, catering to both the local community and visitors alike. […]

Dumpling Time

Omakase Restaurant Group is set to introduce a new Dumpling Time location in Palo Alto, situated in Simon Mall at 180 El Camino Real, Suite 1410. This modern Cal-Asian eatery specializes in creating fresh dumplings before guests’ eyes, using locally sourced ingredients. Dumpling Time also offers a menu featuring scrumptious vegetable dishes, hand-cut noodles, a […]

Goemon Izakaya Bar & Karaoke Lounge

Goemon Izakaya Bar & Karaoke Lounge is a new establishment set to open in Outer Richmond at 3129 & 3141 Clement Street. This venue will take over the location currently occupied by Akiba Karaoke and aims to provide a casual, Japanese-style bar experience with a selection of small plates and cocktails. The owner, John Tam, […]

Flour + Water Pizzeria

Opening By the end of 2025 or early 2026 Flour + Water Pizzeria, a spin-off from one of the Bay Area’s top Italian restaurants, is set to open its first Oakland location at the Lark, a mixed-use development in Uptown Oakland. The new establishment will feature pizza options both by the slice and whole pies, […]

LoreSF

Opening April 2025 LoreSF is a new speakeasy and live actor escape room experience set to open in San Francisco’s Mission District. While details remain under wraps, the venue promises a unique evening full of playful puzzles and craft cocktails, all guided by live actors. Positioned at 3065 16th Street, LoreSF will be located near […]

Everett & Jones Barbeque

Opening Fall 2025 A Bay Area favorite for smoked ribs and pulled pork, Everett & Jones Barbeque is set to open a new location on San Francisco’s waterfront at Fisherman’s Wharf. The San Francisco Port Commission has granted the restaurant a lease for the two-story space previously occupied by Lou’s Fish Shack. Overseen by Dorcia […]

Hall Bar & Billiards

Opening Spring 2025 Hall Bar & Billiards is a new high-end billiards hall set to open in the spring of 2025 at 2565 Mission Street in San Francisco. This venue aims to fill a gap in the local market by providing a unique cocktail lounge atmosphere combined with billiards activities. With a spacious 8,500-square-foot layout […]