Marina: Lidia Bastianich and her daughter were filming for a new show at A16 on Friday afternoon. Said owner Shelley Lindgren, “I had to run out and get better flowers!” [Grub Street, Tablehopper]
Lower Haight: The Burger Joint at Haight and Pierce has closed. [Scoop]
Merced Heights: Hall of Flame Burgers just scored a liquor license. Drink up, SF State kids! [Grub Street]
Hayes Valley: New chef Adam Keough takes charge at Absinthe tonight, and he’s already changed the menu a bit. [Eater]
