Frico Pizza Co.
Detroit-style deep-dish pizzeria specializing in square, pan-baked pizza with signature ‘frico’ edge. Will also serve 14-inch New York-style pies. Limited seating with focus on takeout. Tentative hours 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily.
Maria Isabel
56-seat coastal Mexican restaurant by chefs Laura and Sayat Ozyilmaz (behind Dalida) in former Ella’s American Kitchen space in Presidio Heights, celebrating Laura’s Mexican heritage with seasonal ingredients
Maison Verbena
French-inspired gift atelier and bakery moving from Ferry Building to new flagship boutique in Hayes Valley. Will offer retail, bakery pastries, coffee, tea, and beer-and-wine program in 1,300 sq ft historic space.
Arsicault Bakery
French bakery expanding from San Francisco to Palo Alto, known for award-winning croissants and pastries. Will be located in a 36,000-square-foot mixed-use development.
Half Moon Bay Brewing Company
Half Moon Bay Brewing Company is opening a second location in downtown Half Moon Bay. The new restaurant will focus on farm and ranch-based menu rather than seafood, occupying a historic 1906 building that formerly housed Sacrilege Brewery + Kitchen.
Benihana
Benihana planning Bay Area expansion with 10 new locations over 7 years. Two full-service locations confirmed for 2026: one in Emeryville at former Chevy’s waterfront space and another in San Jose. Part of The ONE Group’s expansion strategy following successful San Mateo opening.
Izzy and Wooks
Filipino and American burger restaurant opening in Saluhall food hall, specializing in fried chicken sandwiches including tamarind, hot scorpion, and mochiko varieties. Grand opening planned for January 29.
Super Duper Burger
Super Duper Burger chain taking over restaurant kiosk space in Union Square Park with 5-year lease. Will serve burgers made from Brandt Beef, free-range chicken sandwiches, organic veggie burgers, and items made with Straus Family Creamery ice cream.
Teni East Kitchen
Burmese restaurant moving to larger location with double the kitchen space and 30-40 more seats including outdoor patio. Will add new dishes like steamed seafood and a new bar program.
Super Duper Burgers
Super Duper Burgers selected to operate cafe on east side of Union Square. Five-year lease with two five-year extension options. Space includes outdoor seating and below-ground food storage facilities. Will be the 19th Super Duper Burgers location in Bay Area.