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Current Trends, Successes & Strategies in San Francisco’s Food & Beverage Scene

In-Person Forum

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Photo of Octavia Street in an outdoor square with people and vendors (food, beverage, & retail) in the background.

Image by Sergio Ruiz.

The restaurant and retail sector in San Francisco has faced notable shifts but remains central to the region's economy and downtown revitalization. A thriving food and beverage scene draws visitors from the region and beyond, provides employment opportunities, and contributes to the social fabric of our cities. This discussion panel will discuss the many factors affecting the health of San Francisco’s restaurants, including operating challenges, construction patterns, preferred sizes and locations, lease strategies, landlord participation, and emerging culinary trends. Join us for a lively discussion and audience Q&A with two award-winning restaurateurs as well as an experienced builder, attorney, and retail broker to explore what it will take to support and expand restaurant businesses in the city.

  • Moderator: Laura Waxmann / Reporter, SF Chronicle
  • Stuart Brioza / Chef & Co-proprietor, State Bird Provisions Restaurant
  • Colleen Booth / COO, Lazy Bear Restaurant
  • Greg Alsterlind / Owner & President, Alsterlind Construction, Inc.
  • Carolyn J. Tawasha / President, Carolyn J. Tawasha P.C.
  • Catherine Meunier / Principal, Maven Commercial

Event Recording

Location

SPUR Urban Center
654 Mission St
San Francisco, CA 94105
Doors will open 30 minutes in advance of the program.
Email
[email protected]

Admission

Free.

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Refund Policy

Sponsorship payments: Will not be refunded, as sponsorship benefits take effect immediately and are on-going through the date of the event.

Auxiliary Services

If, in order to participate in a SPUR event, you need auxiliary aids or services for a disability (e.g., qualified interpreter, qualified reader, written materials, taped texts) please submit your request five business days before the event to [email protected] or 415-781-8726 x132. SPUR will work with you in identifying effective auxiliary aids or services that it can provide. If you need to cancel your request, please notify SPUR at least two business days before the event.