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Two women stand talking outside a restaurant with large windows and a red sign that reads "kitchen Istanbul." Diners are visible inside the restaurant.

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Review: Kitchen Istanbul brings Turkish delights to the Richmond

by Maria C. Ascarrunz April 12, 2026, 4:00 amApril 12, 2026, 9:07 am

A person stands outside Jay's Cheesesteak restaurant with a yellow and red checkered facade, yellow awning, and signs for cheesesteaks and vegetarian options.

Jay’s Cheesesteak, institution on 21st St., set to close at the end of the month

by Sophia Rerucha March 20, 2026, 1:31 pmMarch 26, 2026, 4:00 pm

People walk on a wet city sidewalk under umbrellas near storefronts, including Sushi Easy and Valencia Cyclery, during dusk or early evening.

Food

Restaurant review: Sushi Easy offers affordable sushi in the Mission

by Maria C. Ascarrunz March 16, 2026, 11:00 amMarch 30, 2026, 3:41 pm

Two people walk on a city sidewalk at night past a lit restaurant with large windows and a pink sign above the entrance. A parked scooter is visible.

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Restaurant review: Hi Hat, your neighborhood pizza joint

by Maria C. Ascarrunz March 1, 2026, 10:00 amFebruary 27, 2026, 3:41 pm

A person walks toward the entrance of a black building with a neon "BAR" sign and "food + drink + tours" written above the door at 275, during dusk.

Food

Review: At Bar Brucato, savor the bitter and the sweet of it all

by Maria C. Ascarrunz February 1, 2026, 11:51 amMarch 30, 2026, 3:57 pm

Three people stand in front of a green restaurant storefront with a sign that reads "Cocina Maribel Mexican Restaurant.

Food

Cocina Mamá Cholita: Mother-son duo brings Michoacán to the Mission

by Sage Ríos Mace December 24, 2025, 7:00 amMarch 26, 2026, 4:01 pm

Sidewalk view of a modern building with large glass windows and metal siding, partially shaded by trees, on a clear day.

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Review: Shizen Vegan Sushi & Omakase aims high and nails it

by Maria C. Ascarrunz December 19, 2025, 11:55 amDecember 19, 2025, 3:20 pm

Storefront of Pho Star restaurant with a teal exterior, large windows, and a sign advertising noodle soups, sandwiches, and grill; an "OPEN" sign is visible in the window.

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Review: Phở Star, casual Vietnamese in the Mission District

by Maria C. Ascarrunz November 26, 2025, 4:00 amDecember 9, 2025, 11:45 am

Seniors in Chinatown

Where San Franciscans can find a free Thanksgiving dinner

by Nicholas David November 25, 2025, 2:07 pmNovember 26, 2025, 7:06 pm

Two people stand in front of an orange and yellow marigold backdrop; one holds a certificate recognizing Lorina Maza Chaltlat for her tacos in Ventura County.

‘Mole to Die For’: Mission District chefs cook up their best for annual contest

by Sage Ríos Mace November 15, 2025, 7:51 pmMarch 26, 2026, 4:01 pm

A person walks past the corner entrance of Big Finish Wine Tavern on a city street lined with buildings and shopfronts.

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Review: May Big Finish Wine Tavern live long and prosper

by Maria C. Ascarrunz November 2, 2025, 10:25 amDecember 9, 2025, 12:06 pm

A man stands and smiles inside a Caribbean-inspired restaurant with a bar on one side, tables set for dining, and lush plants decorating the space.

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Caribbean cuisine makes comeback at Sangria & Salt on Mission Street

by Sage Ríos Mace September 23, 2025, 1:50 pmSeptember 25, 2025, 10:27 am

A person walks past the entrance of a restaurant called "Fenikkusu" with a glass door, large window, and visible signage on a city street.

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Review: Fenikkusu Omakase & Tapas is a neighborhood treasure

by Maria C. Ascarrunz September 9, 2025, 4:00 amSeptember 9, 2025, 1:11 pm

Green building with pink double doors, triangular windows, two outdoor tables with green chairs, and street reflections in the glass. The address 3481 is above the door.

Food

Regalito El Mil Amores: New venture in a familiar space

by Maria C. Ascarrunz August 21, 2025, 11:00 amAugust 21, 2025, 9:33 am

An older man with a gray beard and glasses sits at a table with a red cup and paper plate on a green tray; a bicycle is visible in the background.

A couple of hours at the Mission District soup kitchen that almost didn’t open

by Oscar Palma August 9, 2025, 4:00 amAugust 9, 2025, 12:52 pm