friday five

five area stories of note:

vanessa's bistro announced that it will close at the end of this year, and will hold a 19th (and final) anniversary celebration tomorrow, september 6. (instagram)

xing fu tang boba will soon share space with masa ramen. (whatnow sf)

the dining community rallied around several local spots robbed over labor day weekend. (the berkeley scanner)

21st amendment brewery to wind down operations after 25 years. (brewbound)

and psa, original joe's walnut creek remains closed due to the kitchen fire they suffered opening weekend.

september 5, 2025 (upcoming gatherings and happy hours.)