#restaurant-openings

#restaurant-openings

Emeryville may have lost Peruvian joint Las Brasas over the summer, but it wasn't long before the void was filled by a new Peruvian restaurant, El Huarique De Juancito, now open in Las Brasas' old spot on San Pablo Ave. The menu features a diverse mix of Peruvian specialties, from breakfast favorites like tamales and pan con chicharron to dinner items including pollo a la brasa and lomo saltado. Peruvian seafood hits like leche de tigre and ceviches are also on offer.

It's called Polenta, a significant remodel is underway, and it's set to become a regional Italian restaurant at a neighborhood scale, in the vein of La Ciccia, except focused on the northern Italian region of Friuli. The wines of Friuli are a passion of owner Giulio de Monte Gaspardo, a former sommelier at Bottega in Yountville, and he expects a majority of his wine list to be sourced from there.

Seattle's Sea Wolf Bakers has opened a new micro-bakery called Woodblock Bakery inside the Woodblock Chocolate facility in Portland. The bakery is co-founded by Jess Schumann and is his first solo venture.

A Taco Bell Cantina is coming to Fisherman's Wharf, located at 333 Jefferson St., filling the former space of Chipotle and Auntie Anne's, pending a liquor license application.

Necessary Purveyor is an all-day restaurant and market at Ponce City Market, offering breakfast, lunch, dinner, and grab-and-go deli items. The menu includes sandwiches, salads, and a raw bar.

Gemignani shared thoughts about running a successful food empire, highlighting dreams that led to openings in notable locations like Giants and Niners stadiums, and SFO.

Alta Vina is a new wine tasting room in Jack London Square, featuring a casual atmosphere with mint green decor and natural wood textures, offering a variety of board games.

Alta Vina offers a casual environment for enjoying Californian wines with a variety of games. The outdoor space on sunny days is perfect for relaxing with pet nat or Validiguie.

London's pizza scene is experiencing a boom with a variety of styles emerging, including Neapolitan, Sicilian, NYC slices, and the unique 'London-style' pizzas.

A modern steakhouse inspired by nostalgia, The Dynamo Room brings a fresh vibe to the Penn District, merging classic design elements with contemporary cuisine.

Alma Y Sazón, a new vegan Mexican restaurant in Emeryville's Public Market, features innovative dishes like taco de mar and tacos de pastor using jackfruit and tofu.

Dubai's fourth Michelin guide launch increases starred restaurants to 22, highlighting the city's rising profile as a global culinary destination.

Cafe Noir, a Black-owned French bistro café, has relocated to West Oakland, now offering heartwarming comfort foods, including their new Prescott Bowl.

Sun Sun Sushi Shop offers a convenient variety of grab-and-go sushi options, replacing the long-standing Berkeley institution Sushi California with a modern take on quick meals.

Jon Neidich's success in nightlife continues as he opens Bar Bianchi, capturing the essence of Milanese hangouts with a rich menu and vibrant atmosphere.

Stephanie Izard, known for her acclaimed restaurant Girl & the Goat, is set to open a new burger spot in collaboration with Hollywood Casino, expanding her culinary influence.