Eat & Drink
A Love Letter to San Francisco’s Mission District in 2006
Of all the things I miss the most about living in SF, I miss The Mission in 2006 the most. Back in 2006, The Mission looked much different than it does today. I look back on the mid-2000s with fondness… favorite thrift stores, hole-in-the-wall spots to eat, and the best
Oh NO! ‘Ultra-Luxe Private Club’ Sues Transamerica Pyramid Owner
It’s a dark day for the new billionaire’s Club slated for the Transamerica Pyramid. A tragic tale of millionaires suing billionaires over their poor planning, let’s dive into the irony…
How to Dance on a Runway in San Francisco Bay
On a decommissioned naval base in the San Francisco Bay, we danced in the sun and drank cold beers from the brewery next door, while the La Misa Negra fired up the crowd with cumbia and brass. The SF skyline was our backdrop in a sea of smiles
Food Bank Closes Their Largest Facility Due To Rent Hike
This news is truly heartbreaking to share. Second Harvest of Silicon Valley, a food bank which serves over 500,000 folks each month in the South Bay, is being forced to close its largest warehouse facility. An upcoming rent increase is one of the major factors for the closure. Currently, Second
Adorable Map Takes You on an International Food Journey Through SF
I was able to ask the founder of The California Migration Museum, Katy Long, some questions about the project and the non-profit and she has some interesting thoughts and shared how how food serves as a vital connection to heritage and the soul of San Francisco.
The Oldest Bar in Oakland Just Turned 140
140 Years Ago in June of 1884, Heinold’s First and Last Chance Saloon opened. Made of wood from an old whaling ship, this tiny dive bar is Oakland’s oldest bar and is filled with history and lore. You can imagine that after nearly a hundred and fifty years, there is
Guess Which SF Institution is NOT Shutting Down!
Too many of our favorite Bay Area institutions have closed down in recent years. The good news is that BrokeAssStuart.com plans on always being here for you. But we need your help to do so. Most people don’t realize that it costs over $10,000 a month to run Broke-Ass Stuart.
Lakeshore Cafe Shutters After 22 Years in Oakland
Say goodbye to another beloved breakfast spot, Lakeshore Cafe in Oakland. They originally opened 22 years ago and have been a go-to for many folks from The Town as the best place for a full breakfast that won’t break the bank. It’s their last weekend in business. In an Instagram post announcing the closure, the owners of Lakeshore Cafe mention that May 27th will be their last day of business.