Former Chez Panisse chef's rooftop restaurant was once a Bay Area gas station
Briefly

Copita, the massive Mexican rooftop restaurant in Willow Glen, offers a vibrant dining experience with a colorful design, showcasing the transformation of the local restaurant scene.
Joanne Weir, co-owner and renowned chef, transitioned from Mediterranean to Mexican cuisine, showing her versatility and adapting to the needs of the South Bay families.
The restaurant's substantial size reflects a shift from tourist-focused dining to catering to local families, indicating changing consumer expectations in the Bay Area.
Weir's unexpected leap into Mexican cuisine began with a tequila guide, demonstrating how opportunities can arise in unexpected ways through networking and spontaneity.
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