The SFMTA, as part of its Vision Zero Quick Build effort, will begin work on Howard Street between 3rd Street and the Embarcadero on November 16th, 2020. The work is expected to be completed before the end of the month and is part of the Howard Street Quick-Build Project. A summary of the project taken… Read more »
Last week, the East Cut CBD staff and its team of East Cut Eats volunteers gathered together at One Market to offer the final day of fee-free delivery to East Cut Residents. Seventeen orders were placed for dinner by district residents and were delivered by foot and by bike throughout the evening. One Market launched… Read more »
Your monthly digest of East Cut neighborhood happenings for the month of October. For a link to the full newsletter click here. Prior District Newsletters
Your monthly digest of East Cut neighborhood happenings for the month of September. For a link to the full newsletter click here. Prior East Cut District Newsletters
The Clancy Hotel opened its doors on October 1st, 2020. The newest hotel in The East Cut, The Clancy boasts several attractive features for the district: The Radiator – a street-facing coffee shop offering locally sourced pastries and coffee, two public open spaces, and Seven Square Taproom, the hotel’s restaurant that offers locally-sourced, casual Californian… Read more »
Residents of The East Cut and visitors alike are thrilled that the children’s play area located within Salesforce Park reopened this week as San Francisco County continues to relax restrictions put in place by pandemic-related Health Orders. The Transit Joint Powers Authority or, TJPA, has established guidelines for use of the play structure, with play… Read more »
Last week, East Cut Eats volunteers and CBD staff met for a second time at Lao Table to deliver thirteen meals to district residents. Despite the sunny weather and indoor dining options newly available throughout the City, thirteen orders were placed for dinner at Lao Table. The East Cut CBD and Lao Table staff were… Read more »
On Thursday, the East Cut Eats team got together at 405 Howard Street to prepare for the first lunchtime delivery collaboration with Spice Kit! Spice Kit has been a favorite local lunchtime location within The East Cut for many years offering a delicious, fresh selection of Vietnamese street food for residents and office workers alike…. Read more »
The smog and smoke were thick on Thursday. The East Cut CBD suspended cleaning services to protect the health of Cleaning Ambassadors and similarly, East Cut Eats volunteers were asked to stay home. As a result, East Cut CBD staff stepped in to deliver meals ordered from Waterbar and Truffles ordered from Socola Chocolatier for… Read more »
Join the East Cut CBD Tuesday, September 29th for our fourth Mask Distribution Event! Pick up a free face covering or purchase an East Cut branded face mask from our team or, simply stop by to say hello and let us know your thoughts on what’s going on in the district! East Cut CBD staff will be… Read more »
East Cut Eats launched in July 2020 with the goal of increasing awareness on the importance of supporting in-district merchants, providing visibility into businesses open to residents during shelter in place, and to support the economic recovery of area merchants. Since the launch of East Cut Eats, the initiative has brought in nearly $12,000 for… Read more »
The first East Cut Eats dual collaboration delivery event took place last Thursday from 5pm to 8pm. The event supported the reopening of Town Hall, closed since March and also featured chocolates courtesy of The East Cut’s premier chocolatier, Socola Chocolatier. Residents could order from both merchants throughout the week for a “savory and sweet”… Read more »
Last Wednesday, September 9th, San Francisco Public Works, along with the Office of Community Investment & Infrastructure (OCII) and the San Francisco Recreation & Parks Department (RPD), held Community Meeting #2 for the concept development of The East Cut’s next public park – Transbay Block 3 Park. The virtual meeting was the community’s first opportunity… Read more »
Epic Steak, the sister restaurant to Waterbar, is located on the Embarcadero at the border of The East Cut and is synonymous with quality. Fine cuts of meat, fresh fish, delectable cocktails, stunning Bay views, and exceptional service all embody this San Francisco favorite that so many East Cut residents value. That is why last… Read more »
MEALS For T.E.A.M.S. Lunch Fund (The Essential Ambassadors Maintaining Streets!) Donate Now In the spring of 2020, East Cut Ambassadors continued to perform essential cleaning and safety services in the neighborhood. To thank them for their commitment to the neighborhood, community members helped us raise a total of $3,165 for our Services Team Lunch Fund,… Read more »
This August 17th, after some delays due to the global pandemic, The Lightbox Café successfully opened their doors in The East Cut! Given the slowdown in business to restaurants across the City, The Lightbox Café team put a lot of trust in the local community by moving forward with their launch. The name drew its… Read more »
On Thursday, August 20th, neighborhood volunteers helped Osha Thai increase revenue and profit margin through East Cut Eats. Osha Thai normally located at 4 Embercadero offers a thoughtful menu inspired by the many cultural and historic regions of Thailand. Osha’s cuisine is an invitation to explore its culinary homeland through diverse soulful dishes that the… Read more »
UPDATE 13: On Tuesday, August 18th, the TJPA Board of Directors unanimously voted to terminate the temporary lease agreement f the Temporary Transbay Terminal with San Francisco Public Works.
With the closure of so many of the neighborhood restaurants in the East Cut area, options have narrowed for take-home meals. It is, however, a great time to (re)-discover One Market Restaurant. At the foot of Market Street since 1993, One Market is available for take-out and delivery Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 3-7pm. The… Read more »
Your monthly digest of East Cut neighborhood happenings for the month of August. Click here for a link to the full newsletter. Prior East Cut District Newsletters
What happens when highly trained chefs (think, The French Laundry and The Ritz Carlton Dining Room) with a passion for Asian street food connect with The East Cut CBD East Cut Eats team for a delivery event? A surge in orders! On Thursday, August 7th, East Cut CBD staff and volunteers teamed up with Spice… Read more »
Last week, East Cut Eats hosted its third delivery event partnering with a beloved East Cut restaurant: Lao Table. Lao Table is an after-work and weekend eat-out hub for many; with elaborate cocktails, savory dishes and a lively atmosphere it has long been regarded as a go-to in our district. Lao Table has made a… Read more »
With the goal of showcasing the impact supporting local merchants has on the small business community in The East Cut, volunteers and East Cut CBD staff collaborated with Jersey Pizza on Thursday, July 23rd for the second East Cut Eats delivery event. The results were dramatic. According to Jersey Pizza’s General Manager, East Cut Eats… Read more »
This week, East Cut Eats is partnering with Jersey Fine Foods and Pizza located at 145 2nd St. and serving customers since 2015! But let’s take a moment to answer a burning question: How authentic is Jersey? is it the real and authentic east coast pizza you’ve been craving? Read their story below and step… Read more »
As one of the few undeveloped parcels atop Rincon Hill, Guy Place Mini Park opened to the public on Monday July 20th, 2020. According to the San Francisco Recreation and Parks Department, the park was “designed for passive use as a respite from the urban environment. It offers contemplative space for quiet enjoyment as well… Read more »
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