Cha Cha Cha on Mission St. may be next to say goodbye to the neighborhoodCha Cha Cha in the Mission District may close if business does not improve soon.
Video: The Art Wall, an S.F. fixture since the mid-90sThe Art Wall symbolizes the evolving art scene in the Mission District, rooted in its historical transformation.
Sixth Street Crackdown Seems To Be Just Merely Pushing Blight to Mission DistrictMayor Lurie's crackdown on drug use and vending in SoMa has simply shifted the problem to the Mission District.
"Valencia Live" Night Market (Every 2nd Thu)San Francisco will launch a new night market in the Mission District starting May 8, 2025, continuing monthly through December.
Video: The Art Wall and changeThe Art Wall is a significant cultural landmark in San Francisco's Mission District, established in 1996.Bruce Tomb's transformation of a police station into a studio and home highlights community art development.
"Valencia Live" Night Market (Every 2nd Thu)San Francisco's Valencia LIVE! night market launches on May 8, 2025, focusing on local art, food, and culture monthly through December.
Cha Cha Cha on Mission St. may be next to say goodbye to the neighborhoodCha Cha Cha in the Mission District may close if business does not improve soon.
Video: The Art Wall, an S.F. fixture since the mid-90sThe Art Wall symbolizes the evolving art scene in the Mission District, rooted in its historical transformation.
Sixth Street Crackdown Seems To Be Just Merely Pushing Blight to Mission DistrictMayor Lurie's crackdown on drug use and vending in SoMa has simply shifted the problem to the Mission District.
"Valencia Live" Night Market (Every 2nd Thu)San Francisco will launch a new night market in the Mission District starting May 8, 2025, continuing monthly through December.
Video: The Art Wall and changeThe Art Wall is a significant cultural landmark in San Francisco's Mission District, established in 1996.Bruce Tomb's transformation of a police station into a studio and home highlights community art development.
"Valencia Live" Night Market (Every 2nd Thu)San Francisco's Valencia LIVE! night market launches on May 8, 2025, focusing on local art, food, and culture monthly through December.
"MAPP" SF's Free Art, Poetry & Concert Crawl in The Mission (April 2025)MAPP transforms common spaces in La Mission into vibrant venues for free art performances.
Valencia Street sizzles with 'Salsa in the Streets'Salsa in the Streets successfully fosters community joy on Valencia Street through Cuban music and dance, encouraging participation from all ages and backgrounds.
4th Annual "Lover's Lane" Block Party on Balmy Alley (SF)Lovers Lane 2025 celebrates love and community in the Mission District through a day of art, music, and connection.
At Lovers Lane, the Mission District Can Be Your Valentine | KQEDLovers Lane block party on Feb. 8 celebrates love, community, and creativity in San Francisco's Mission District with varied performances and activities.
"MAPP" SF's Free Art, Poetry & Concert Crawl in The Mission (April 2025)MAPP transforms common spaces in La Mission into vibrant venues for free art performances.
Valencia Street sizzles with 'Salsa in the Streets'Salsa in the Streets successfully fosters community joy on Valencia Street through Cuban music and dance, encouraging participation from all ages and backgrounds.
4th Annual "Lover's Lane" Block Party on Balmy Alley (SF)Lovers Lane 2025 celebrates love and community in the Mission District through a day of art, music, and connection.
At Lovers Lane, the Mission District Can Be Your Valentine | KQEDLovers Lane block party on Feb. 8 celebrates love, community, and creativity in San Francisco's Mission District with varied performances and activities.
At the Roxie, a love letter to the Mission District of the '70sThe Mission Film Workshop empowered youth through media training, highlighting their community aspirations and activism in the 1970s.
Pandemic-born Latino Task Force turns five and longtime activists pass the torchThe Latino Task Force significantly assisted the Mission District during the Covid-19 pandemic and is now transitioning leadership to a new generation.
At the Roxie, a love letter to the Mission District of the '70sThe Mission Film Workshop empowered youth through media training, highlighting their community aspirations and activism in the 1970s.
Pandemic-born Latino Task Force turns five and longtime activists pass the torchThe Latino Task Force significantly assisted the Mission District during the Covid-19 pandemic and is now transitioning leadership to a new generation.
Day 12 of the 16th St. plaza clean up: revisiting Day 11Mark Rabine, after 40 years in the Mission, focuses on sustainability in local news amidst its decline.
Video: What are the Christmas traditions of Mission District residents?Holiday traditions in the Mission District reflect a blend of cultural practices centered around family and community.
The sun is back, the buzz is building-El Chato season has begunEl Chato embodies a vibrant community atmosphere, merging tradition with a relaxed social experience centered around shared drinks.
Mission Street afternoonPeople in the Mission District contributed to the growth of trees despite facing challenging weather conditions.
Maria Refugio Vigil: The matriarch of Puerto Alegre dies at 91Maria Refugio Vigil was a beloved matriarch whose Jalisco cuisine legacy continues through her family's restaurant, Puerto Alegre, highlighting her impact on the Mission District.
Day 12 of the 16th St. plaza clean up: revisiting Day 11Mark Rabine, after 40 years in the Mission, focuses on sustainability in local news amidst its decline.
Video: What are the Christmas traditions of Mission District residents?Holiday traditions in the Mission District reflect a blend of cultural practices centered around family and community.
The sun is back, the buzz is building-El Chato season has begunEl Chato embodies a vibrant community atmosphere, merging tradition with a relaxed social experience centered around shared drinks.
Mission Street afternoonPeople in the Mission District contributed to the growth of trees despite facing challenging weather conditions.
Maria Refugio Vigil: The matriarch of Puerto Alegre dies at 91Maria Refugio Vigil was a beloved matriarch whose Jalisco cuisine legacy continues through her family's restaurant, Puerto Alegre, highlighting her impact on the Mission District.
San Francisco's newest night market is coming to Valencia StreetThe Mission District will launch a night market on May 8 to revitalize Valencia Street and boost community engagement.
Carnaval brings San Francisco 46 years of joyCarnaval San Francisco is a vibrant celebration promoting culture, community, and education through music, dance, and food.
Mayor London Breed - and entourage - tour Mission businessesMayor London Breed engaged with Mission district residents during her campaign trail, distributing yellow signs and visiting local businesses while highlighting community connections.
San Francisco's newest night market is coming to Valencia StreetThe Mission District will launch a night market on May 8 to revitalize Valencia Street and boost community engagement.
Carnaval brings San Francisco 46 years of joyCarnaval San Francisco is a vibrant celebration promoting culture, community, and education through music, dance, and food.
Mayor London Breed - and entourage - tour Mission businessesMayor London Breed engaged with Mission district residents during her campaign trail, distributing yellow signs and visiting local businesses while highlighting community connections.
Day of actionRobert reflects on the growth of the Mission district and his love for its artistic community.
After nearly 20 years, cherished SF Indian restaurant set to closeAslam's Rasoi faces closure due to rising rent, costs, and lower sales after nearly 20 years in San Francisco's Mission District.
After a yearlong 'nip-tuck,' Beauty Bar at Mission and 19th streets slated to reopen mid-AprilJahaziel Garay undertook extensive renovations on Beauty Bar, transforming it into a more vibrant venue while maintaining its retro vibe.
After nearly 20 years, cherished SF Indian restaurant set to closeAslam's Rasoi faces closure due to rising rent, costs, and lower sales after nearly 20 years in San Francisco's Mission District.
After a yearlong 'nip-tuck,' Beauty Bar at Mission and 19th streets slated to reopen mid-AprilJahaziel Garay undertook extensive renovations on Beauty Bar, transforming it into a more vibrant venue while maintaining its retro vibe.
SF's 2025 Selena Lookalike Contest (Dolores Park)Join the Selena Lookalike Contest on March 15, 2025, at Mission Dolores Park for a celebration of music, style, and community.Win a $50 cash prize for the best lookalike and enjoy an afterparty for ages 21+.Free for all ages and promises music, laughter, and vibrant fun!
Dia De Los Muertos Parade Brings Life to Mission DistrictThe Mission District hosted its 43rd Dia De Los Muertos parade, celebrating heritage and honoring ancestors with traditional practices and community gatherings.
SF's 2025 Selena Lookalike Contest (Dolores Park)Join the Selena Lookalike Contest on March 15, 2025, at Mission Dolores Park for a celebration of music, style, and community.Win a $50 cash prize for the best lookalike and enjoy an afterparty for ages 21+.Free for all ages and promises music, laughter, and vibrant fun!
Dia De Los Muertos Parade Brings Life to Mission DistrictThe Mission District hosted its 43rd Dia De Los Muertos parade, celebrating heritage and honoring ancestors with traditional practices and community gatherings.
Aslam's Rasoi calls it quits on Valencia St. after 19 yearsAslam's Rasoi is closing after 19 years due to rent increases, slower sales, and high ingredient costs.
Turner's Kitchen, beloved Mission District sandwich shop, to closeKen Turner plans to close his beloved sandwich shop to focus on slowing down and exploring personal passions.
Limon on South Van Ness is closed - at least temporarilyLimón restaurant in Mission District closes its South Van Ness location after 16 years but plans to return with renovations.
SF restaurant, named one of top pizzerias in US, is closingYellow Moto Pizzeria is closing after struggling financially due to pandemic impacts and local changes in business viability.Restaurant industry faces existential challenges amid shifting neighborhood dynamics.
Former Zuni Cafe chef's tiny SF sandwich shop is closingTurner's Kitchen, a beloved sandwich shop, is closing after a decade in the Mission District for personal and workload reasons.
Aslam's Rasoi calls it quits on Valencia St. after 19 yearsAslam's Rasoi is closing after 19 years due to rent increases, slower sales, and high ingredient costs.
Turner's Kitchen, beloved Mission District sandwich shop, to closeKen Turner plans to close his beloved sandwich shop to focus on slowing down and exploring personal passions.
Limon on South Van Ness is closed - at least temporarilyLimón restaurant in Mission District closes its South Van Ness location after 16 years but plans to return with renovations.
SF restaurant, named one of top pizzerias in US, is closingYellow Moto Pizzeria is closing after struggling financially due to pandemic impacts and local changes in business viability.Restaurant industry faces existential challenges amid shifting neighborhood dynamics.
Former Zuni Cafe chef's tiny SF sandwich shop is closingTurner's Kitchen, a beloved sandwich shop, is closing after a decade in the Mission District for personal and workload reasons.
One potential casualty of uncertain federal funds: Mission teacher housingMEDA has faced funding challenges but is making progress on affordable housing at 2205 Mission.
S.F. planning commission delays housing on 22nd and Mission fire site - but hands are tiedThe fate of a proposed 10-story building at 22nd and Mission is delayed amid community opposition, but commissioners are likely powerless to reject it.
One potential casualty of uncertain federal funds: Mission teacher housingMEDA has faced funding challenges but is making progress on affordable housing at 2205 Mission.
S.F. planning commission delays housing on 22nd and Mission fire site - but hands are tiedThe fate of a proposed 10-story building at 22nd and Mission is delayed amid community opposition, but commissioners are likely powerless to reject it.
$4.5 Million Homes in CaliforniaThe house has undergone significant renovations while retaining original features, making it appealing in a vibrant neighborhood.
Mission Cultural Center's plea to residents: Help us surviveThe Mission Cultural Center is exploring community solutions for its financial troubles and operational sustainability after significant staff layoffs.
Mission Cultural Center, Adobe Books and Medicine for Nightmares seek help to recover from stormsLocal bookstores are impacted by flooding, leading to inventory loss and creative sales strategies to recover from the damage.
Mission Cultural Center's plea to residents: Help us surviveThe Mission Cultural Center is exploring community solutions for its financial troubles and operational sustainability after significant staff layoffs.
Mission Cultural Center, Adobe Books and Medicine for Nightmares seek help to recover from stormsLocal bookstores are impacted by flooding, leading to inventory loss and creative sales strategies to recover from the damage.
Studio Aurora - Review - Mission - San Francisco - The InfatuationStudio Aurora focuses on Italian-inspired cuisine with an emphasis on music culture.
La Espiga de Oro Review - Mission - San Francisco - The InfatuationThe grocery store-restaurant hybrid offers a diverse menu with standout burritos and a unique dining experience in the Mission.
Studio Aurora - Review - Mission - San Francisco - The InfatuationStudio Aurora focuses on Italian-inspired cuisine with an emphasis on music culture.
La Espiga de Oro Review - Mission - San Francisco - The InfatuationThe grocery store-restaurant hybrid offers a diverse menu with standout burritos and a unique dining experience in the Mission.
El Paraiso Review - Mission - San Francisco - The InfatuationThe pupusas at this Mission restaurant are distinguished by their crispy cheese skirts and are complemented by acid salsa and tart curtido.
Sarita's Grill & Beer Review - Mission - San Francisco - The InfatuationThe 'crazy' pupusa is an adventurous, all-inclusive dish worth trying at this Salvadoran restaurant.
Panchita's #2 - Mission - San Francisco - The InfatuationPanchita's offers a diverse selection of pupusas, including vegetarian options, at affordable prices.
El Paraiso Review - Mission - San Francisco - The InfatuationThe pupusas at this Mission restaurant are distinguished by their crispy cheese skirts and are complemented by acid salsa and tart curtido.
Sarita's Grill & Beer Review - Mission - San Francisco - The InfatuationThe 'crazy' pupusa is an adventurous, all-inclusive dish worth trying at this Salvadoran restaurant.
Panchita's #2 - Mission - San Francisco - The InfatuationPanchita's offers a diverse selection of pupusas, including vegetarian options, at affordable prices.
National layoffs at Alamo Drafthouse hit San Francisco location - 15 workers axedAlamo Drafthouse laid off 10-15% of its workforce in anticipation of a slow winter season, affected by profit margin issues.
Tesla Reportedly In Autopilot Mode Plows Into Mission District Plant StoreTesla in autopilot mode crashed into Mellow SF, but no injuries occurred and the plants were unharmed.
Cafe Worker In SF's Mission District Springs Into Action to Stop Petty ThiefA cafe worker heroically confronted a thief, showcasing bravery and community support amid a robbery attempt.
Walgreens at 24th and Potrero closed after front door demolishedThe Walgreens on 24th and Potrero was found closed with damage to its entrance, details about the incident are currently unclear.
Tesla Reportedly In Autopilot Mode Plows Into Mission District Plant StoreTesla in autopilot mode crashed into Mellow SF, but no injuries occurred and the plants were unharmed.
Cafe Worker In SF's Mission District Springs Into Action to Stop Petty ThiefA cafe worker heroically confronted a thief, showcasing bravery and community support amid a robbery attempt.
Walgreens at 24th and Potrero closed after front door demolishedThe Walgreens on 24th and Potrero was found closed with damage to its entrance, details about the incident are currently unclear.
Lucia Gonzalez Ippolito's outspoken Mission art draws on a legacy of activism - 48 hillsLucía González Ippolito's art illuminates local history and socio-economic struggles, bridging past narratives with present realities in the Mission District.
SFPD SWAT team swarms Mission warehouse in barricade incidentA burglary in the Mission District escalated into a barricade situation, but was resolved peacefully with no injuries.
Mezze And Mooore Review - Mission - San Francisco - The InfatuationMezze and Mooore is a standout Lebanese restaurant in the Mission, known for its flavorful dishes and lively atmosphere.
Restaurant review: Apna Chulha's Indian food rises above the restApna Chulha is a highly praised Indian restaurant in the Mission, praised for its atmosphere and quality dishes.
Mezze And Mooore Review - Mission - San Francisco - The InfatuationMezze and Mooore is a standout Lebanese restaurant in the Mission, known for its flavorful dishes and lively atmosphere.
Restaurant review: Apna Chulha's Indian food rises above the restApna Chulha is a highly praised Indian restaurant in the Mission, praised for its atmosphere and quality dishes.
San Francisco stars in Luna Rienne Gallery's 'We Are Stardust'The exhibition "We Are Stardust" emphasizes themes of interconnectedness through local artists' works, celebrating the Mission District's vibrant culture.
The story behind San Francisco's vibrant new crosswalksThe Indigenize SF project aims to highlight Native American issues through public art in the Mission District.
'Chilling effect': SF's former nightlife corridor has gone quietValencia Street in San Francisco is struggling to regain its lively atmosphere, impacted by the pandemic and changing work habits.
Paxton Gate unveils new mural by renowned Austrian artistCollaboration led to a mural that fuses biology, art, and metaphysics, enhancing Paxton Gate's unique identity in the Mission District.
Pedestrian Killed Near Geary and Divisadero Identified as Zeitgeist BartenderThe staff at Zeitgeist mourn the loss of bartender Chase, who was tragically killed while walking on Geary Boulevard.
Four Suspects Being Sought After Shooting In Mission DistrictA woman was critically injured in a recent shooting incident in the Mission District, prompting police to investigate.
Wells Fargo sign blows loose; firefighters on sceneA loose Wells Fargo sign at Mission and 22nd prompted firefighters to secure the area and advise pedestrians to avoid it.
Four Suspects Being Sought After Shooting In Mission DistrictA woman was critically injured in a recent shooting incident in the Mission District, prompting police to investigate.
Wells Fargo sign blows loose; firefighters on sceneA loose Wells Fargo sign at Mission and 22nd prompted firefighters to secure the area and advise pedestrians to avoid it.
The Best Restaurants In The Mission - Mission - San Francisco - The InfatuationThe Mission district is a culinary hotspot with diverse dining options, making it a must-visit for food lovers.
Vivid color!Beth Winegarner is a seasoned writer and Bay Area native with a passion for local cuisine, particularly tacos from El Farolito.
Cops talk gangs, sideshows at Mission Station community meetingSideshows are an escalating concern in the Mission, prompting community discussions and new policing strategies.
Delicious Taco Tour at SF's Mission District (National Taco Day)Enjoy taco tastings from various taquerias during the Taco Tour in San Francisco on National Taco Day.
Beauty Bar Is Making a ComebackThe Mission's Beauty Bar is set to reopen with new ownership and safety improvements by the end of the year.
Mission artists to be evicted from longtime art warehouse Engine WorksThe artistic community at Engine Works is facing eviction, threatening years of creative and cultural legacy.
Yep, The Slanted Door Is Returning to Its Original Spot on Valencia StreetThe Slanted Door is set to reopen in its original location in the Mission District, offering new opportunities for the renowned Vietnamese restaurant.
After a Long Absence, Slanted Door Is Returning to Its Home on Valencia StreetSlanted Door's return to its original location in 2025 offers a fresh start and opportunities for change in dining.
Yep, The Slanted Door Is Returning to Its Original Spot on Valencia StreetThe Slanted Door is set to reopen in its original location in the Mission District, offering new opportunities for the renowned Vietnamese restaurant.
After a Long Absence, Slanted Door Is Returning to Its Home on Valencia StreetSlanted Door's return to its original location in 2025 offers a fresh start and opportunities for change in dining.
People We Meet: Juana Laurel: Bridging the Mission District and Peru through artJuana Laurel and her family have been running a Peruvian artisanal store in the Mission District for 14 years, offering handmade goods directly from Cusco.
San Francisco writers say 'I'm Sorry' at the Make Out RoomAttending the Happy Endings Reading Series at the Makeout Room in the Mission District provides an enjoyable and engaging literary experience.
Bar Agricole Is Throwing an Opening Party to Celebrate Its Big Move to the MissionBar Agricole is moving to a new location next to Michelin-starred Osito in the Mission District.
Zeitgeist Review - Mission - San Francisco - The InfatuationZeitgeist beer garden in the Mission district is a popular spot with a large selection of drinks and a lively outdoor patio.
Standard Deviant Brewing Review - Mission - San Francisco - The InfatuationStandard Deviant Brewing offers a social atmosphere, a variety of beers, and occasional food options, best suited for daytime visits during weekends.
Lowriders to cruise through Mission on Saturday in Selena tributeLowriders honor Selena Quintanilla-Pérez in a family-friendly cruise through the Mission district.