Over the past month, there have been notable developments in the local restaurant scene that have piqued our interest.
Following numerous delays, the Emeryville Five Guys formally inaugurated its establishment on Monday, April 15th. Renowned for its distinctively flavored burgers and fries, prepared in refined peanut oil, the East Coast burger chain now offers 15 complimentary toppings and an array of milkshake variations. However, it has been reported that menu prices have increased in response to California’s recent rise in fast food minimum wage.
Concurrently, the Public Market has joined forces with La Cocina to introduce “Nusa,” an Indonesian pop-up, to its array of offerings. Set to operate at a subsidized lease rate for a year, this move presents an opportunity for founder Jennifer Huang to expand the establishment’s selections and broaden its customer base. Furthermore, in another significant development, Minnie Bell’s, owned by a woman of color, has recently launched a full-service location in San Francisco’s Fillmore district.
On a somber note, the cherished “Chevys by the Sea” in Emeryville is scheduled to permanently close its doors on Monday, April 22nd, after 25 years of continuous operation. Currently, there is an absence of information regarding any potential successor for this iconic restaurant. Reports suggest that the venue has witnessed a marked decline in recent times, and coupled with the apparent theft of some of its utensils, the future of this location remains uncertain.
It comes as no surprise that this news has evoked a surge of nostalgia among the Emeryville community, with many individuals fondly reminiscing about the restaurant.
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