#marketstreet
#marketstreet

2 hours ago

This San Francisco store is run by artificial intelligence: Meet Luna, the boss

A store in San Francisco is managed by an AI named Luna, showcasing the integration of artificial intelligence in retail.

SF's FREE "Valencia LIVE!" 2026 Monthly Street Party (Every 2nd Thursday)

Valencia LIVE! returns in 2026 with monthly street celebrations featuring live music, food, and community activities.

SF's FREE "Valencia LIVE!" 2026 Monthly Street Party (Every 2nd Thursday)

Valencia LIVE! returns in 2026 with monthly street celebrations featuring live music, food, and community activities.

SF's FREE "Valencia LIVE!" 2026 Monthly Street Party (Every 2nd Thursday)

Valencia LIVE! returns in 2026 with monthly street celebrations featuring live music, food, and community activities.

SF's FREE "Valencia LIVE!" 2026 Monthly Street Party (Every 2nd Thursday)

Valencia LIVE! returns in 2026 with monthly street celebrations featuring live music, food, and art in the American Indian Cultural District.

SF's FREE "Valencia LIVE!" 2026 Monthly Street Party (Every 2nd Thursday)

Valencia LIVE! returns in 2026 with monthly street celebrations featuring live music, food, and community activities in the American Indian Cultural District.

SF's FREE "Valencia LIVE!" 2026 Monthly Street Party (Every 2nd Thursday)

Valencia LIVE! returns in 2026 with monthly street celebrations featuring live music, food, and community activities.

SF's FREE "Valencia LIVE!" 2026 Monthly Street Party (Every 2nd Thursday)

Valencia LIVE! returns in 2026 with monthly street celebrations featuring live music, food, and community activities.

SF's FREE "Valencia LIVE!" 2026 Monthly Street Party (Every 2nd Thursday)

Valencia LIVE! returns in 2026 with monthly street celebrations featuring live music, food, and community activities.

SF's FREE "Valencia LIVE!" 2026 Monthly Street Party (Every 2nd Thursday)

Valencia LIVE! returns in 2026 with monthly street celebrations featuring live music, food, and community activities.

SF's FREE "Valencia LIVE!" 2026 Monthly Street Party (Every 2nd Thursday)

Valencia LIVE! returns in 2026 with monthly street celebrations featuring live music, food, and art in the American Indian Cultural District.

SF's FREE "Valencia LIVE!" 2026 Monthly Street Party (Every 2nd Thursday)

Valencia LIVE! returns in 2026 with monthly street celebrations featuring live music, food, and community activities in the American Indian Cultural District.

SF's FREE "Valencia LIVE!" 2026 Monthly Street Party (Every 2nd Thursday)

Valencia LIVE! returns in 2026 with monthly street celebrations featuring live music, food, and community activities.

SF music

Tales from the Fog: Free Music Night w/ Oceanography (Bazaar Cafe)

from48 hills

6 hours ago

Higher education

Lurie wants to undermine mandate for big institutions to tell neighborhoods what they are doing - 48 hills

fromConde Nast Traveler

6 days ago

Berlin

The Best Boutique Hotels in San Francisco

SF music

SF's Free Concerts & Food Trucks: "Civic Center Soundtrack" (Every Tue/Thu)

SF's Free Concerts & Food Trucks: "Civic Center Soundtrack" (Every Tue/Thu)

San Francisco's Civic Center Soundtrack returns for its third season with free concerts and food trucks from April 14 to October 2026.

SF's Free Concerts & Food Trucks: "Civic Center Soundtrack" (Every Tue/Thu)

San Francisco's Civic Center Soundtrack returns for its third season with free concerts starting April 14, 2026, featuring live music and food trucks.

14 hours ago

Tales from the Fog: Free Music Night w/ Oceanography (Bazaar Cafe)

San Francisco's music scene features artists exploring themes of obscurity and emotional depth through their unique sounds.

Higher education

from48 hills

6 hours ago

Lurie wants to undermine mandate for big institutions to tell neighborhoods what they are doing - 48 hills

San Francisco requires large institutions to file master plans for growth every ten years to ensure community accountability and planning.

Berlin

fromConde Nast Traveler

6 days ago

The Best Boutique Hotels in San Francisco

San Francisco offers unique boutique hotels that reflect its cultural spirit and support independent businesses.

SF's Free Concerts & Food Trucks: "Civic Center Soundtrack" (Every Tue/Thu)

San Francisco's Civic Center Soundtrack concert series returns April 14, 2026, featuring free live music and food trucks twice a week.

SF's Free Concerts & Food Trucks: "Civic Center Soundtrack" (Every Tue/Thu)

San Francisco's Civic Center Soundtrack returns for its third season with free concerts and food trucks from April 14 to October 2026.

SF's Free Concerts & Food Trucks: "Civic Center Soundtrack" (Every Tue/Thu)

San Francisco's Civic Center Soundtrack returns for its third season with free concerts starting April 14, 2026, featuring live music and food trucks.

more#san-francisco

8 hours ago

Bus Stop 126th Anniversary Block Party (SF)

Join Bus Stop Saloon on Union Street for a free, all-ages celebration with live music, great food, drinks, and good vibes all afternoon long.

San Francisco

fromEast Bay Express | Oakland, Berkeley & Alameda

Evergreen Cafe settles into San Pablo Ave.

Evergreen Café has established itself as a community hub, hosting various events and fostering local connections.

Cocktails

fromThe Infatuation

10 hours ago

The Devil's Acre - Review - North Beach - San Francisco - The Infatuation

The Devil's Acre is a cocktail bar in North Beach ideal for social gatherings and offers better drinks than typical bar options.

14 hours ago

12 standout sandwiches in the Bay Area, from new discoveries to the classics

The spring 2026 list features 12 recommended sandwiches from various shops in the Bay Area, highlighting diverse flavors and ingredients.

Pleasant Hill's New Night Market

Pleasant Hill Night Market opens May 2, 2025, featuring food, local vendors, live music, and activities, occurring on the first and third Fridays monthly.

Pleasant Hill's New Night Market

Pleasant Hill Night Market opens May 2, 2025, featuring food, vendors, live music, and activities every first and third Friday until November 7, 2025.

Pleasant Hill's New Night Market

Pleasant Hill Night Market opens May 2, 2025, featuring food, vendors, live music, and activities every first and third Friday until November 7, 2025.

Pleasant Hill's New Night Market

Pleasant Hill Night Market opens May 2, 2025, featuring food, vendors, live music, and activities, occurring on the first and third Fridays monthly.

Pleasant Hill's New Night Market

Pleasant Hill Night Market opens May 2, 2025, featuring food, local vendors, live music, and activities, occurring on the first and third Fridays monthly.

Pleasant Hill's New Night Market

Pleasant Hill Night Market opens May 2, 2025, featuring food, vendors, live music, and activities every first and third Friday until November 7, 2025.

Pleasant Hill's New Night Market

Pleasant Hill Night Market opens May 2, 2025, featuring food, vendors, live music, and activities every first and third Friday until November 7, 2025.

Pleasant Hill's New Night Market

Pleasant Hill Night Market opens May 2, 2025, featuring food, vendors, live music, and activities, occurring on the first and third Fridays monthly.

Exclusive: Legendary SF bar Toronado to be sold to one of its regulars

Toronado, a legendary San Francisco bar, is under new ownership with Bill Lewis and Wall Pringle committed to preserving its legacy.

Real estate

fromSan Jose Spotlight

fromEast Bay Express | Oakland, Berkeley & Alameda

Is struggling hotel a bellwether for downtown San Jose? - San Jose Spotlight

The Signia by Hilton San Jose may be sold, raising concerns about its impact on downtown's economic recovery.

NYC music

Silicon Valley real estate

Social Eyes: Week of April 23-29

Ruben Moreno blends Zydeco, Cajun, blues, and contemporary music, while The Tallis Scholars present an Easter-themed a cappella program.

#palo-alto

Council grapples with seven-story proposal on edge of downtown

Palo Alto City Council debated a proposed seven-story building amid concerns over height and neighborhood character.

California

Silicon Valley real estate

Council orders demolition of shuttered Stanford Terrace Inn

Palo Alto City Council ordered the demolition of the Stanford Terrace Inn due to significant fire risks and safety violations.

Council grapples with seven-story proposal on edge of downtown

Palo Alto City Council debated a proposed seven-story building amid concerns over height and neighborhood character.

California

Council orders demolition of shuttered Stanford Terrace Inn

Palo Alto City Council ordered the demolition of the Stanford Terrace Inn due to significant fire risks and safety violations.

more#palo-alto

Brooklyn

fromTime Out New York

fromMetro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

This famously affordable retailer is opening its first-ever flagship in Manhattan

Primark is opening its first flagship store in Manhattan on May 8, marking a significant expansion in the U.S.

Humor

Monsters of Tokyo in San Jose | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Monsters of Tokyo features Tokyo Comedy Bar's crew delivering sharp stand-up with a unique Japanese perspective in a lively atmosphere.

East Bay (California)

fromThe Oaklandside

This week in Oakland: a Prescott Circus Theatre showcase, and Fairyland's 'Mad Tea Party'

Oakland showcases young talent through events like Ayo Brame's performances and Prescott Circus Theatre's spring showcase.

Sakura Market Brings Japanese Flavors and Convenience to Downtown San Jose

Sakura Market will open in downtown San Jose, offering groceries and Japanese specialties, filling a gap in local grocery options.

Japanese market to open in downtown San Jose

Sakura Market, a new Japanese grocery store, is set to open in downtown San Jose, offering unique features and job opportunities.

SOMA, SF

fromThesanjoseblog

Sakura Market Brings Japanese Flavors and Convenience to Downtown San Jose

Sakura Market will open in downtown San Jose, offering groceries and Japanese specialties, filling a gap in local grocery options.

Japanese market to open in downtown San Jose

Sakura Market, a new Japanese grocery store, is set to open in downtown San Jose, offering unique features and job opportunities.

London food

The City is getting a food market next to the new London Museum

The City of London Corporation plans to transform Smithfield into a vibrant destination with a new food market and community projects.

fromianVisits

London food

Historic Smithfield annexe to reopen as food market in 2028

The Annexe buildings next to Smithfield market will be transformed into a food market and hotel by 2030, alongside the new London Museum.

London food

fromTime Out London

18 hours ago

The City is getting a food market next to the new London Museum

The City of London Corporation plans to transform Smithfield into a vibrant destination with a new food market and community projects.

London food

fromianVisits

Historic Smithfield annexe to reopen as food market in 2028

The Annexe buildings next to Smithfield market will be transformed into a food market and hotel by 2030, alongside the new London Museum.

Sound Off: What are some important questions buyers should ask themselves as they search for properties?

Buyers must negotiate with themselves before falling in love with a home to succeed in a competitive market.

Coffee

Designer fashion brand opens its only Bay Area coffee shop

Ralph's Coffee has opened its first Northern California location at Stanford Shopping Center in Palo Alto, offering a variety of coffee, tea, and food items.

Relationships

fromThe Infatuation

4 years ago

Where To Go When You Don't Want To Make A Big Deal About Your Birthday, But You Actually Kinda Do - San Francisco - The Infatuation

Celebrate your birthday with minimal planning at nice group-friendly spots that feel special.

fromsf.funcheap.com

14 hours ago

Free Punk Show + Art Walk Afterparty (SF)

Punk Majesty hosts an Art Walk closing reception featuring contemporary artists, followed by a live performance by DAMAGE PARTY at Mayes.

#pleasant-hill-night-market

fromSFGATE

8 hours ago

After 15 years, San Francisco's trendsetting Sushirrito calls it quits

Sushirrito, the sushi burrito brand, is shutting down after 15 years of operation, as announced by co-founder Peter Yen.

Pleasant Hill's New Night Market

Pleasant Hill Night Market opens May 2, 2025, featuring food, local vendors, live music, and activities, occurring on the first and third Fridays monthly.

Pleasant Hill's New Night Market

Pleasant Hill Night Market opens May 2, 2025, featuring food, local vendors, live music, and activities, occurring on the first and third Fridays monthly.

Pleasant Hill's New Night Market

Pleasant Hill Night Market opens May 2, 2025, featuring food, local vendors, live music, and activities, occurring on the first and third Fridays monthly.

more#pleasant-hill-night-market

Pleasant Hill's New Night Market

Pleasant Hill Night Market opens May 2, 2025, featuring food, local vendors, live music, and activities, occurring on the first and third Fridays monthly.

fromEast Bay Express | Oakland, Berkeley & Alameda

Where to go locally for Bay Area Pizza Week

Bay Area Pizza Week celebrates pizza with special menus from April 22 to May 3 at various restaurants across the Bay Area.

NYC music

fromTime Out New York

A bookless bookstore is opening on the Bowery next month

Audible Story House opens May 1 in Manhattan, offering an immersive audio storytelling experience with high-end listening setups and community events.

Fashion & style

Union Square in Bloom: Mother's Day Fashion Show 2026

The Bloom Fashion Show returns on May 8, 2026, featuring student designers and floral-inspired designs in Union Square.

fromsfist.com

Monday Morning Headlines: 41-Story Hotel/Office Tower Near Jackson Square Adds Equity Partner

The 7.5M undersea earthquake off the northeastern coast of Japan prompted a brief tsunami warning early Monday, felt hundreds of miles away in Tokyo.

LA real estate

fromThe Oaklandside

A guide to Oakland's historic homes

Spanish settlers moved to the East Bay starting in 1776 to take land that had been home to indigenous people for thousands of years, and made it into fiefdoms of various dons like the Peraltas.

East Bay (California)

Downtown San Mateo Boba Day

Join us on April 26th from noon to 3pm for boba specials, giveaways, and special treats at your favorite Downtown San Mateo boba shops and retailers.

SOMA, SF

fromSFGATE

How I think Mayor Lurie's trip to China benefits SF locals

San Francisco's No. 1 industry is not tech, it's not AI - it's actually tourism, according to Mayor Daniel Lurie, highlighting the city's economic reliance on visitors.

San Francisco

fromwww.berkeleyside.org

13 hours ago

Homemade Cafe now serving dinner, plus new Peruvian, Southeast Asian, and coffee options

El Huarique de Juancito has reopened with a revamped menu, while Causa and Jiams have also launched new dining options in the East Bay.

Free AAPI Heritage Market: Art + Aerial Show at Yank Sing (SF)

AAPI Heritage Month Day Market at Yank Sing Rincon Center celebrates culture with local artists, vendors, and performances on May 2, 2026.

Bay Area Pizza Week offers 12 days of deals, new slices

Bay Area Pizza Week runs from April 22 to May 3, featuring special deals at over 75 restaurants across the region.

East Bay real estate

25-story Marina Safeway behemoth, inconceivable even to sci-fi futurists, looking very real

A 25-story housing complex at the Marina Safeway site is now conceivable due to changes in state laws affecting local development control.

fromStreetsblog San Francisco

8 hours ago

Bay Area Transit Tuesday Mash Up: Caltrain to the Game, BART Wrap Test, and... - Streetsblog San Francisco

Caltrain and BART are enhancing transit experiences with themed trains and creative designs to attract fans and generate revenue.

fromThe Oaklandside

11 hours ago

Homemade Cafe now serving dinner, plus new Peruvian, Southeast Asian, and shokupan options

New restaurants and revamped eateries are emerging in the East Bay food scene, offering diverse cuisines and expanded menus.

5 days ago

Mission Buzz: New murals coming to Wiese, pop-ups join forces and El Faro for sale

Two local pop-ups, Fat Cat and Claws of Mantis, are opening a brick-and-mortar location together after successful collaborations.

fromwww.7x7.com

15 hours ago

Bay Area Dance Week Returns With More Than 150 Free Classes, Performances + Gatherings

Bay Area Dance Week showcases diverse dance styles through free events, engaging the community and encouraging participation in dance activities.

fromSan Jose Spotlight

Mountain View council approves public drinking zone downtown - San Jose Spotlight

Mountain View will allow outdoor alcohol consumption in designated areas during city events to enhance downtown liveliness for the FIFA World Cup.

Live Bands at the San Jose Flea Market

The event features live music, food trucks, and a variety of beers, with admission fees applicable.

How San Franciscans are enjoying 4/20, the unofficial holiday celebrating cannabis culture

4/20 celebrations continue in San Francisco despite the cancellation of the city-sanctioned event due to budget cuts.

fromsfist.com

12 hours ago

Kaiser Has Plans For Big New Hospital at Geary and Divis

The new 14-story Kaiser hospital, which would rise across Geary Boulevard from the existing one, would have an expanded emergency room, 300 private in-patient beds, and about 623,000 total square feet.

Mission District

SF SoMa businesses say weekend Caltrans roadwork on I-80 chased customers away: 'Kind of slow'

Eastbound I-80 in San Francisco is closed for repaving, causing detours and reduced business for local shops.

5 days ago

7 incredible Bay Area things to do this weekend, April 17-19

This weekend features concerts, a new series, and a light turkey meatball recipe, catering to diverse entertainment and culinary interests.

fromwww.7x7.com

30 Fun Things to Do This Week (4.20.26)

Earth Day celebrations include sustainable fashion events, cleanups, special menus, and various festivals throughout the week.

#civic-center-soundtrack

SF's Free Concerts & Food Trucks: "Civic Center Soundtrack" (Every Tue/Thu)

San Francisco's Civic Center Soundtrack concert series returns April 14, 2026, featuring free live music and food trucks twice a week until October.

SF's Free Concerts & Food Trucks: "Civic Center Soundtrack" (Every Tue/Thu)

San Francisco's Civic Center Soundtrack concert series returns April 14, 2026, featuring free live music and food trucks twice a week until October.

SF's Free Concerts & Food Trucks: "Civic Center Soundtrack" (Every Tue/Thu)

San Francisco's Civic Center Soundtrack returns for its third season with free concerts and food trucks from April 14 to October 2026.

SF's Free Concerts & Food Trucks: "Civic Center Soundtrack" (Every Tue/Thu)

San Francisco's Civic Center Soundtrack concert series returns April 14, 2026, featuring free live music and food trucks twice a week until October.

SF's Free Concerts & Food Trucks: "Civic Center Soundtrack" (Every Tue/Thu)

San Francisco's Civic Center Soundtrack concert series returns April 14, 2026, featuring free live music and food trucks twice a week until October.

more#civic-center-soundtrack

SF's Free Concerts & Food Trucks: "Civic Center Soundtrack" (Every Tue/Thu)

San Francisco's Civic Center Soundtrack returns for its third season with free concerts and food trucks from April 14 to October 2026.

fromStreetsblog San Francisco

Eyes on the Street: Alameda Improves Access to Cross-Alameda Trail - Streetsblog San Francisco

New ramps in Alameda will enhance access for cyclists and pedestrians between Jean Sweeney Open Space Park and the Wood Street neighborhood.

3 weeks ago

Photos: What symbols represent SoMa?

Nisha, who looked to be about 15 years old, drew a parol - a star-shaped lantern displayed during Christmas - and a Bahay kubo - a traditional Filipino-style house - with a small pencil, as she sat at a table of the Bayanihan Community Center in SoMa.

SOMA, SF

fromThe Atlantic

The Advent of Fare-Gate Society

New fare gates on BART have increased revenue and reduced vandalism significantly.

fromStreetsblog San Francisco

This Week: Sea Level Rise, Recycling, Muni Diaries - Streetsblog San Francisco

Various events this week focus on climate resilience, circular economy, and community engagement in San Francisco.

fromThesanjoseblog

Monterey Corridor Safety Initiative Signals Stronger Future for San Jose Commerce

The Monterey Corridor Business Association launched a safety initiative to enhance visibility and support law enforcement across 1,500 businesses.

SF celebrates 100th anniversary of iconic Balboa Theatre with new mural, tribute

San Francisco celebrated the Balboa Theatre's 100th anniversary with free movies, a mural unveiling, and a tribute to costume designer Aggie Rodgers.

3 days ago

4805 Mission has been almost finished for nearly a decade. Neighbors want to know why.

The construction of 4805 Mission St. remains unfinished over a decade after its start, causing community frustration and complaints.

fromThesanjoseblog

5 days ago

San Jose Streets Come Alive During Viva CalleSJ Adventures

Viva CalleSJ transforms San Jose streets into vibrant spaces for walking, biking, and community engagement.

Tale of two neighborhoods: SoMa sales slide as Mission Bay's grow

South of Market restaurants struggle to recover post-pandemic, while Mission Bay experiences growth in sales-tax revenue.

fromSFGATE

Mayor Lurie selling San Francisco to China

The Chinese government aims to improve perceptions of San Francisco amid strained US-China relations through promotional efforts at the airport.

Mission Local is expanding, adding new neighborhood coverage

Mission Local expands coverage with dedicated neighborhood pages for five areas in San Francisco, enhancing local news accessibility and community engagement.

SF's "Little Treasures" Market for Kids & Families (Ferry Building)

Little Treasures Market offers families curated kids' items and activities at the San Francisco Ferry Building, promoting sustainability and local artisans.

Sunday Streets meets fundraising goal to host half-season of neighborhood street festivals

Sunday Streets secured funding to hold a half-season in 2026 despite previous threats of cancellation due to city funding cuts.

#fort-mason-night-market

San Francisco

"Off the Grid" Fort Mason Night Market w/ 110+ Vendors (2026 Kickoff)

Fort Mason Night Market returns in 2026 with food trucks, craft vendors, and live music on the waterfront from April to December.

San Francisco

"Off the Grid" Fort Mason: Friday Night Market w/ 110+ Vendors (2026)

Fort Mason Night Market returns in 2026 with food trucks, craft vendors, and live music at the waterfront from April to December.

"Off the Grid" Fort Mason Night Market w/ 110+ Vendors (2026 Kickoff)

Fort Mason Night Market returns in 2026 with food trucks, craft vendors, and live music on the waterfront from April to December.

more#fort-mason-night-market

"Off the Grid" Fort Mason: Friday Night Market w/ 110+ Vendors (2026)

Fort Mason Night Market returns in 2026 with food trucks, craft vendors, and live music at the waterfront from April to December.

#sunset-night-market

SF food

San Francisco's Biggest Night Market Plans a Triumphant Return | KQED

San Francisco

San Francisco's Biggest Night Market Plans a Triumphant Return | KQED

SF food

San Francisco's Biggest Night Market Plans a Triumphant Return | KQED

San Francisco

San Francisco's Biggest Night Market Plans a Triumphant Return | KQED

more#sunset-night-market

SF's Empire "415 Night Market" is Back (The Crossing at East Cut)

Annual 415 Day Celebration in San Francisco features food, music, and community on April 15th from 5PM to 9PM.