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Brooklyn Paper
4 hours ago
Brooklyn

New Park Slope Ale House team, of Littleneck fame, go 'all in' at historic eatery * Brooklyn Paper

Owners of a former seafood restaurant in Gowanus have taken over the Park Slope Ale House, focusing on bringing a piece of their previous successful business to their new venture. [ more ]
#community
Eater SF
2 weeks ago
SF drinking

26-Year-Old Haight Street Rum Specialist Hobson's Choice Is Closing

Decreased foot traffic and changing demographics lead to the closure of Hobson's Choice bar in San Francisco's Haight Street. [ more ]
SFGATE
1 month ago
SF food

Why it's taking 4 hours to get a table at this restaurant in a quiet SF neighborhood

Elena's Mexican Restaurant is a massive and elegant addition to the quiet west-side San Francisco neighborhood of West Portal.
The neighborhood of West Portal is known for its longstanding sense of community, small businesses, and old-school charm, providing a cozy and constant hub for locals. [ more ]
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Brooklyn Paper
1 month ago
Brooklyn

Bakery and cafe with basement cocktail bar to open in Bed-Stuy * Brooklyn Paper

A new bakery and cafe, Bakery by Textbook, blending Middle Eastern and South American flavors, is set to open in Bed-Stuy, accompanied by a cocktail bar in the basement. [ more ]
Mission Local
1 month ago
Mission District

Yasmin's owner pledges 30-day hunger strike over Valencia bike lane

Local restaurant owner plans hunger strike to protest center-running bike lane on Valencia Street
Despite complaints, data indicates increased revenue for businesses after bike lane installation [ more ]
#gentrification
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Marketing

The Coolest Grocery Store That Never Existed

Misinformation spread through fake viral video on TikTok causing confusion and harm to a Brooklyn grocery store. [ more ]
Eater Chicago
2 months ago
Chicago

A Mexican American-Owned Bakery in Pilsen Gets Hit With Anti-Gentrification Graffiti

Gentrification debate impacts Bittersweet Pastry Shop in Pilsen
Community rallying behind Bittersweet after vandalism incident [ more ]
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Eater SF
2 months ago
San Francisco

One of the Bay Area's Best Bagel Shops Is Finally Opening in San Francisco

Boichik Bagels is expanding in San Francisco with three new locations, bringing popular bagels from Berkeley daily.
North Beach Cafe Jacqueline temporarily closes due to the owner's injury, but is expected to reopen after six to eight weeks. [ more ]
#community-support
Eater LA
2 months ago
LA food

Jones Hollywood Finally Reopens Tonight After Three Months of Intensive Repairs

Jones Hollywood reopening after accident with community support
Fundraiser and memorial service for Jered Standing [ more ]
Funcheap
2 months ago
San Francisco

SF's "Chinatown Night Market" 2024 (Every Second Friday)

Chinatown night markets occur every 2nd Friday through December, starting May 10, 2024.
The monthly night market in San Francisco's Chinatown features diverse culinary delights and aims to support small businesses. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Butcher leaves heartbreaking note as he closes 170-year-old business as costs soar

Local butcher closes shop after 170 years due to financial troubles.
Owner makes heartfelt note to explain shop closure due to rising costs. [ more ]
Mission Local
2 months ago
Mission District

The Sycamore seeks help to pay for storm damages

Community support for local business is crucial in times of need
Financial setbacks continue for small businesses post-pandemic [ more ]
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Harvard Business Review
2 months ago
Business

How Local Businesses Can Compete with Larger Rivals

Local businesses can compete with online retailers by focusing on community engagement and strategic approaches to setting wages.
Reinventing a local business to serve as a community space can help it thrive amidst technological changes and big box competition. [ more ]
SFGATE
2 months ago
SF food

SF restaurant known for its affordable sandwiches to close

Little Paris restaurant in Chinatown, known for affordable Vietnamese meals and iconic banh mi sandwiches, is closing after four decades.
Challenges faced by Little Paris include reduced foot traffic post-pandemic and parking limitations affecting sales from third-party delivery services. [ more ]
New York City, NY Patch
3 months ago
NYC food

NYC Restaurant: West Side Wegmans? + Night Market Noms

Wegmans could potentially open on the Upper West Side despite uncertainty.
Various food-related news in New York City including market openings and restaurant recognitions. [ more ]
Mission Local
3 months ago
Mission District

Mission openings and closures: Dream Savers, Detroit pizza, Echigo, La Playa and Chic n' Time

- Dream Savers, a new plant and craft store, recently opened in San Francisco, offering restored plants and crafts. - The owner, Ita Galindo, moved to San Francisco from Mexico and started a plant nursery in a Mission private garden. - Detroit Square Pizza, a new pizza shop, also opened in the Mission and specializes in Detroit-style square-cut pizzas. [ more ]
SFGATE
4 months ago
SF food

This Bay Area beach town deli is known for its $10 subs

Upper Crust Deli in Pacifica offers bargain lunches with subs priced between $10 and $13.
Owner Ray Gheith strives to provide customers with generous portions of meat in their burgers and sandwiches. [ more ]
AdExchanger
5 months ago
Marketing tech

Google's New Algo Update Factors In Hours Of Operation; The Big Data Behind Big Chips | AdExchanger

Google's search algorithm update now heavily factors in a local business's hours of operation into search and Google Maps results.
For businesses that are open 24 hours, being listed in relevant search results at any time seems fair. [ more ]
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