Big Is Closing, Moving to Mid-Market; Charanga Space in the Mission Has Some Takers
Also, chef Banks White is leaving Five in Berkeley.
Also, chef Banks White is leaving Five in Berkeley.
Also, a chef shuffle at Jasper's.
The restaurant attached to the Burritt Room will get some lighter fare.
Gordon Drysdale is once again a free agent.
Also, Jersey's on 6th is closed.
Also, a chef shuffle already at Campo Pizzeria.
Jew was the opening chef in August 2010.
The 'Top Chef' alum is hoping to open a 60-70 seat Mediterranean spot.
He's planning to spend some time surfing, learning video production, and eventually refining the concept for his planned taqueria chain.
Sobel most recently worked at Bourbon Steak in D.C.
Also, Chubby Noodle is expanding to the Marina.
Also, Smitten Ice Cream needs a new name for their ice cream machine.
Bauer loved it, but perhaps the neighborhood has been asking for heartier food.
Also, the Town Hall guys are out of Corners Tavern.
Both Dave Cruz and Peter McNee are scoping out real estate in Napa, S.F. and elsewhere.
Manny Torres Gimenez is now cooking full time down the street at a new pop-up at Roxy's Cafe.
Also, there's another new chef at Bin 38.
Rotondo is a notable up-and-comer who was most recently executive chef at Trotter's.
He's been pastry chef at Benu, but he'll now be chef de cuisine at Atelier Crenn.