This Week's Top Stories

Noe Valley

Grand Lake Kitchen Settles Into Noe Valley, Winning Over the Neighborhood

The East Bay comfort-food favorite has firmly planted its flag in the former Mr. Digby's space on Church Street.

Grand Lake Kitchen, the beloved Oakland all-day café and bistro from owners May Seto Wasem and Dave Wasem, has become one of Noe Valley's most talked-about new arrivals since its soft opening in March 2026. The restaurant — the couple's third location and their first in San Francisco — took over the refurbished space at 1199 Church Street that formerly housed Mr. Digby's Bar and Restaurant, and before that, Noe's Cantina.

Castro

Castro Theatre Keeps Its Summer Calendar Full After Landmark Reopening

Six months after its $41 million renovation debut, the historic Castro Theatre is operating at full speed with a packed lineup through fall.

The Castro Theatre, which reopened in February 2026 following a $41 million renovation and restoration by Another Planet Entertainment (APE), has continued to draw audiences through summer with a diverse mix of live music, comedy, and film. This week, the venue hosts Imperial Teen for a sold-out two-night run on Saturday and Sunday, August 22–23, before transitioning into an end-of-August concert on Friday, August 28.

Diamond Heights

Bank Robbery at Diamond Heights Branch of Bank of America; Investigation Under Way

A person robbed the Bank of America in Diamond Heights on August 10 and fled with cash; the SFPD Bank Robbery Unit is investigating.

A robbery occurred on Monday, August 10, at approximately 2:30 p.m. at the Bank of America branch in Diamond Heights. According to the Glen Park Association, which reported the incident, one person robbed the branch and left with an undisclosed amount of money. No injuries were reported. The San Francisco Police Department responded to the scene. According to the Glen Park Association's report, the SFPD has a good description of the suspect. The case was subsequently transferred to the SFPD Bank Robbery Unit for further investigation.

Upcoming Events

Through Saturday, September 19

Glen Park Night Market

📍 Kern Street at Diamond, Glen Park · 4:00 PM–8:30 PM

Friday, August 21

Castro Night Market — August Edition

📍 18th Street between Hartford & Collingwood, Castro · 5:00 PM–10:00 PM

Saturday, August 22

Imperial Teen — Two Nights at the Castro Theatre

📍 The Castro Theatre, 429 Castro St, Castro · 8:00 PM

Saturday, August 29

Carnival Family Block Party

📍 Noe Street at Market Street, Castro · 12:00 PM–5:00 PM

Saturday, September 12

Orville Peck at The Castro Theatre

📍 The Castro Theatre, 429 Castro St, Castro · 8:00 PM

More from the Neighborhood

Castro Merchants Track New Business Wave as Neighborhood Rebounds

A February 2026 report from the Bay Area Reporter documented a wave of new businesses opening in the Castro alongside the historic Castro Theatre's reopening.

BART Schedule Changes May Affect Glen Park Commuters

BART updated its service schedule on August 10, 2026, implementing longer trains and operational efficiencies aimed at reducing delays and crowding system-wide.

Castro Night Market Closes Out 2026 Season with September 18 Finale

The Castro Night Market, which launched its second season in March 2026, will hold its final installment of the year on Friday, September 18, from 5 to 10 p.m. on 18th Street…

Noe Valley Real Estate Continues Record Pace Into Summer 2026

A May 2026 SF Standard feature reported that Noe Valley has solidified its position as one of San Francisco's most expensive residential markets, with starter homes frequently listing around $3 million.