friday five

five area stories of note.

fare thee well, trumer berkeley.

berkeley newcomers el trompudo at 2441 dwight way (old joshu-ya), and dh noodles at 2475 telegraph avenue, both now open.

big news this week: new oakland athletic club sports bar to revive 59 grand avenue in oakland, formerly the athletic club. look for a june opening. (instagram/more in the chronicle)

oakland's joodooboo and popoca added to the michelin guide. [stars and other distinctions to be announced in june.] (michelin)

heading to bottlerock? luckies. ps richmond-based armistice among those serving festival food and drink.

long-weekend bonus: maybe we should all have sexy gardens. (ny times)

may 22, 2026 (updated happy hours, patios, where to watch the game, tips welcome.)

congratulations to all local graduates, and happy memorial day weekend. 😎