A Perfect Day in Mid Market

Great spots for fashion, food and art -- Mid Market is now listed among Shop Dine SF's Perfect Days; a series of one-day itineraries highlighting various neighborhoods throughout the City. Check out the itinerary for Mid Market here, and then head out for a great day in the District!

Once again our annual art walk - this year titled "More Than" 2 Blocks of Art - treated participants to a unique arts and cultural experience showcasing the past, present and future of Mid Market.

Grand historic buildings and theaters hosted visual and performing artists. The newly renovated United Nations Plaza was alive with an all day dance festival. And vacant ground floor retail spaces were converted into galleries for the two-day event. Attendees, which included retail brokers and prospective tenants, had the opportunity to tour multiple retail spaces available for lease all at once. Exhibitions stretched from the new IKEA at 5th to Trinity Plaza's sculpture garden at 8th. Thanks again to the businesses, property owners, exhibitors, sponsors and attendees; and of course SFPD, Urban Alchemy, Public Works and our very own CBD team and volunteers. It was an extraordinary event start to finish thanks to you!

Let us know if you'd like information on future events.

SF Skateboarding Legacy Grows in Mid Market

UN Plaza's new skate park, chess, ping pong and foosball tables have brought a new vitality to Mid Market, with positive praise from various sources including San Francisco Chronicle's John King. In a recent article, he says he saw active use of the skate plaza by all ages and abilities, and that nearby businesses, such as Supreme, are noticing an uptick in sales.

Jollibee Opening Draws Closer

Fried chicken, burgers, pies and more -- the popular Filipino fast food chain Jollibee is getting closer to opening their new Mid Market location at 934 Market (in the former Payless Shoes at Hallidie Plaza).

Zesty SF Opens on Sixth Street

Also new in restaurant news, Zesty SF has opened at 212 6th St. Offering wraps, shawarmas and more; they're open for lunch and dinner, Monday-Saturday.

Ingka Centres Opens Another Floor of its Mid Market Shopping Complex

The new flexible, co-working space Hej!Workshop recently debuted at 945 Market above the IKEA store.

Soon to follow this spring is the 450-seat Saluhall. SFGate recently reported food offerings will include five Bay Area spots: "Puerto Rican restaurant Casa Boriqueña, Indian eatery Curry Up Now, Filipino-American comfort food specialist The Sarap Shop, Mexican taqueria La Venganza and Chinese noodle expert Momo Noodle." This is in addition to the bakery from the chef behind the world renowned Noma.

Better Market Street Construction Resumes

Remaining work is slated to be completed by summer. Wet and windy weather is causing some delays and schedule changes.

***If you have any concerns about work taking place near your location do not hesitate to contact Public Works or drop us a line and we'll help you get it sorted out.

Car Free Market Street: Has It Hurt or Helped?

SF Standard took a look at the history of the Better Market Street project and its shrunken scope, and if a car-free Market Street needs to be reconsidered. "Beyond the issue of cars, many stakeholders in the city believe San Francisco needs to at least go back to the drawing board when it comes to creating a more vibrant thoroughfare worthy of a world-class city."

Beyond Chron Also Weighed in on Mounting Momentum to End Car Ban on Market Street

Hotels, restaurants and residents heavily dependent upon ride share and delivery services are becoming more vocal, as are Mid Market stakeholders eager to help shape and implement post-pandemic strategies for resuscitating the downtown core. "The car ban kills the street level activation that the city claims to support in Mid-Market," said Shaw in this week's article. "It's at cross purposes with City Hall's agenda for the area."

This Winter, Get Warmed Up with Fitness and Dance Classes

If being active is part of your New Year's Resolution, don't miss the new and FREE fitness classes in UN Plaza.

Also check out the other great fitness options in Mid Market: gyms, yoga, dance classes and more in this article: Get Moving: Exploring the Vibrant Workout Options in Mid Market.

Valentine's Day with Your Sweetheart

If looking for a spot for a romantic dinner with your sweetheart, both 54 Mint and Montesacro host delicious and intimate prix-fixe dinners for lovebirds. Also, don't forget a beautiful bouquet from Natalini Flowers, a bottle of bubbly from The Market on Market, and some pampering at Qua Spa with this massage and facial special.