San Francisco ranks worst for late-night dining in the U.S., analysis finds
San Francisco is known for its culinary flare, widely recognized as one of the best cities for food in the country. But if you’re among those who enjoy late-night meals out, finding midnight grub will likely be a challenge.
Popular Mediterranean, Spanish restaurant closes in Oakland
It's last call for Shakewell Restaurant, an Oakland restaurant with a cuisine fusing Mediterranean and Spanish flavors together.
Last San Francisco Denny's restaurant closes
The last Denny’s restaurant in San Francisco has closed its doors.
New In-N-Out being planned in this Bay Area city
Plans are in the works for a new Bay Area In-N-Out. The region is currently home to 37 In-N-Out locations.
Restaurants in San Francisco NoPa hit by burglars overnight
Small businesses in San Francisco NoPa neighborhood are frustrated by a number of break-ins in the last two weeks.
This California chain beats In-N-Out for best fast food burger in America
The list is full of popular regional burger chains, including In-N-Out, White Castle, Whataburger, and Culver's.
Recently-released inmate suspected as fast-food robber
A man was charged for allegedly robbing three fast-food restaurants earlier this month in Oakland, according to prosecutors.
Newsom signs law allowing restaurants to keep surcharges, fees on checks
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill into law on Saturday that keeps surcharges on restaurant and bar checks in the state legal. Senate Bill 1524 will make restaurants exempt from another new state law banning "junk fees."
California junk fee law to go into effect July 1, but will restaurants be exempt?
A new law designed to ban junk fees in California is set to go into effect on July 1. But an 11th hour, "urgency measure," that’s been making its way through the Legislature could allow restaurant surcharges to continue.
This James-Beard nominated restaurant is opening a new eatery in Oakland
The owners of a popular James Beard-nominated restaurant are opening a new location in Oakland, as part of a plan to fulfill a longtime dream of its chef.
Bay Area man sues Red Lobster on behalf of California employees
One Bay Area man is leading the charge in suing Red Lobster on behalf of fellow California employees after they shut down dozens of stores across the country.
Walnut Creek city council approves new Chick-fil-A with conditions
The Walnut Creek City Council on Tuesday approved a new Chick-fil-A restaurant on the corner of Oak Grove Road and Citrus Avenue with one big concession to neighbors: no drive-thru.
Red Lobster in Rohnert Park auctions off entire restaurant
Ovens, refrigerators, tables and even a lobster tank-- they're all being sold in bulk in an auction this week prompted by the abrupt closure of the Red Lobster in Rohnert Park and other U.S. locations. Latest check shows a bid of $900.
Oakland McDonald's employees strike over rat infestation
Employees at an Oakland McDonald's went on strike Thursday over a rat infestation, according to the California Fast Food Workers Union.
Special surcharges to become illegal in California restaurants
As of July 1, it will be illegal for any restaurant in the Golden State to add special surcharges to diners' checks, which has become a favorite method that restaurants use to lower costs and enhance employee incomes.
Popular Italian restaurant in San Francisco pivoting amid tough economic realities
Popular casual Italian restaurant Che Fico Alimentari in San Francisco is pivoting its business strategy. It's not exactly closing for good, but they are making some big changes due to tough economic realities.
California's oldest restaurant celebrates 175th birthday
The oldest restaurant in California, located in the Bay Area, is celebrating its birthday.
Popular San Francisco Italian restaurant to merge with another
A popular Italian restaurant in San Francisco is making some changes.
NFL draft prospect, Napa's Brock Bowers, featured in new Chipotle bowl ahead of draft this week
Chipotle is teaming up with Napa High School alum and pro football prospect Brock Bowers as he prepares for the NFL draft this week.
These iconic restaurants are all owned by the same companies
While we all recognize popular chain restaurants by their name alone, many of them are actually grouped together and owned by just a small number of restaurant groups in the U.S. Here’s a look.