Category Archives: Lifestyle
Restaurant Scene: August 2020
Overview: Amid the pandemic, many downtown businesses are struggling and some have closed. Indoor restaurant dining remains prohibited. The partial closure of Castro St., called “Summer StrEats,” now enables some restaurants to offer outdoor dining with health precautions, in addition … Continue reading
Congratulations Class of 2020
A shout out to all the grads in the neighborhood. From yard signs and car parades to virtual ceremonies, we are here to remind you… You have come a long way and we are proud of your accomplishments! Go Spartans! … Continue reading
Restaurant Scene: Feb. 2020
Popular Sichuanese restaurant Chef Zhao Bistro (400 Moffett Blvd.), opened by a chef who’d taught cooking in Chengdu (where “Land of Plenty” author Fuchsia Dunlop also learned the cuisine), closed in June for remodeling but remains shut. Reportedly, sewer pipe … Continue reading
Restaurant Scene: November 2019
Crawfish Bros. Cajun and Seafood is the new, more focused incarnation of Chop&Pub (124 Castro). Same owners, but a new menu emphasizing shellfish of many kinds. More info: https://www.mv-voice.com/blogs/p/2019/05/31/dig-into-pounds-of-crawfish-new-mountain-view-restaurant Work proceeds at 383 Castro for the popular Ludwig’s German Table … Continue reading
Restaurant Scene: May 2019
Longtime local Middle-Eastern grocer, deli, and grill Rose International Market reopened February 18 in its bright new quarters, 801 W. El Camino off Castro. Treats on Castro, 282-Castro arm of San-JosĂ© Persian bakery C’est Si Bon, closed in March after … Continue reading

