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Tag: East Bay restaurants

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All the restaurants that closed in July

by Joanna Della Penna August 1, 2023August 1, 2023

Restaurants of note that closed in Berkeley, Oakland and beyond in July 2023.

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A love letter to the East Bay coffee shops that raised me

by Briana Loewinsohn July 31, 2023July 31, 2023

Local graphic novelist and art teacher
Briana Loewinsohn offers an illustrated tribute to the now-closed cafes where she spent her youth.

Two young women—one wearing a hijab and another wearing a black polo shirt—smile at the camera from behind the counter of a cafe. Coffee makers and a wall-mounted menu are in the background. In the foreground is a glass case with pastry items.
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Yemeni coffee spot Mohka House opens its doors in Dimond

by Joanna Della Penna July 27, 2023July 27, 2023

A running list of new restaurants opening in Berkeley, Oakland and beyond.

The storefront of Peet's Coffee and Tea shows customers drinking coffee at the window counter and leaving the shop.
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Workers unionize in 3 Peet’s Coffee shops in Berkeley and Oakland

by Ally Markovich July 26, 2023July 26, 2023

Workers voted for a union at the Southside Berkeley, Temescal and Piedmont Avenue locations on Wednesday.

Man with gray hair wearing gray fleece sits at an outside table outside a coffee shop.
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A coffee revolution: Peet’s’ first ever employee spills the beans

by Janis Mara July 25, 2023July 25, 2023

When Peet’s opened in 1966, the entire country was drinking Folger’s Instant and there were no baristas, so no call for a workers’ union. Bill Coffin was 15 when he started working there, and he recalls many pivotal moments.

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Stinky’s Bar in Oakland bids farewell

by Joanna Della Penna July 20, 2023July 26, 2023

A running list of restaurants that have recently closed in Berkeley, Oakland and beyond.

Groups of people sit at tables inside a large restaurant and cafe space. A television is on the wall and an interior sign reads "Paulista."
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Where to watch the 2023 Women’s World Cup in the East Bay

Avatar photoJacob Simas headshot by Jose Fermoso and Jacob Simas July 19, 2023August 1, 2023

Oakland is quickly becoming a soccer town. We’ve compiled a list of restaurants and bars where anyone can enjoy the global tourney, happening July 20 – Aug. 20.

Osyters, shrimp, bowl of soup and two small containers of sauces on a baking sheet.
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Rocky Island Oyster Co. on Richmond’s waterfront is closing

by Joanna Della Penna June 14, 2023June 14, 2023

A running list of restaurants that have recently closed in Berkeley, Oakland and beyond.

Two smiling people wearing black, one in an apron and one holding a "We Support the Peet's Labor Union" sign, stand in front of Peet's. Planter boxes and the store's name are visible behind them.
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Union drive brewing at 3 Peet’s Coffee locations in Berkeley and Oakland

by Iris Kwok June 12, 2023June 12, 2023

Workers at the Southside Berkeley, Temescal and Piedmont locations filed petitions for union elections on Friday.

Exterior of Red Bay coffee shop with big windows and plants
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Oakland’s Red Bay Coffee opens its first Berkeley location

by Joanna Della Penna June 7, 2023June 7, 2023

A running list of new restaurants opening in Berkeley, Oakland and beyond.

Albany Taproom sign on exterior with wisteria and lights
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All the East Bay restaurants that closed in May

by Joanna Della Penna May 31, 2023May 31, 2023

Restaurants of note that closed in Berkeley, Oakland and beyond in May 2023.

Interior of a cafe with coffee machines, serving bar and wooden sculpture hanging from the ceiling.
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Mr. Espresso opens beautiful new Caffe in downtown Oakland

by Joanna Della Penna May 26, 2023May 31, 2023

A running list of new restaurants opening in Berkeley, Oakland and beyond.

People sitting at a bar listening to a musician singing
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The magic of dining—and drinking—to music in the East Bay

by Joanna Della Penna May 22, 2023August 19, 2023

A list of local spots that nourish body and soul with vibes that range from fancy to funky, bluesy to brassy and traditional pub.

Interior of contemporary restaurant Rice & Bones
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Charles Phan’s UC Berkeley spot Rice & Bones is no more

by Joanna Della Penna May 17, 2023May 17, 2023

A running list of restaurants that have recently closed in Berkeley, Oakland and beyond.

Cheese steak sandwich and fried onion rings
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The Cheese Steak Shop is back, and other East Bay openings

by Joanna Della Penna May 16, 2023May 16, 2023

A running list of new restaurants opening in Berkeley, Oakland and beyond.

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Town favorite Bocanova reopens in downtown Oakland    

by Brandy Collins May 15, 2023May 15, 2023

With industry veterans at the helm, including chef Rick Hackett, the stylish new restaurant is centering mentoring, learning and experimentation.

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All the East Bay restaurants that opened in October

by Joanna Della Penna November 1, 2021November 1, 2021

New restaurants that opened in Oakland, Berkeley and beyond in October 2021.

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Alameda County keeps mum on restaurant vaccination mandate

by Eve Batey September 15, 2021September 17, 2021

An East Bay home restaurant boom; local beer for your commute; the best torta ahogada; more Bites.

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