Russian Hill: Antica Trattoria, which has survived fourteen years at the corner of Polk and Union, will close in a few months and become a “casual neighborhood hangout” called Leopold’s. [Heart Wine Bar is offering Spaghetti Sundays, featuring two pasta options, one meat and one vegetarian, with salad and garlic bread for $15. [Grub Street]
Also, Chilli Cha Cha is replacing China Fun at 3166 24th Street. [Tablehopper]
Emeryville: Trader Vic’s is reopening on September 23 after a remodel that includes some new layout changes, new banquettes and chairs, all the old Tiki artifacts and a few more, as well as a revised menu. [Grub Street]
Marina: A16 is taking a two-week hiatus from September 7 to 21 for a facelift. [Scoop]
Hayes Valley: A new Thai restaurant called Bai Thong is opening this Saturday at 298 Gough. [Tablehopper]
Also, Jardinière is doing a special cocktail pairing dinner for $85 on September 2, and that price includes five drinks, food, tax, and gratuity. This is part of a series that will move on next to Orson. [Tablehopper]
SFO: In addition the other aforementioned foodie developments coming to the airport, wine bar Vino Volo is coming too. [Daily Sip]
Nob Hill: Big Four (1075 California) is doing a Mad Men dinner series on Wednesdays. [Tablehopper]
