"After four years of being closed to the public, Verjus has reopened in San Francisco as of November 1. Originally opened by Michael and Lindsay Tusk in January 2019, the French-style wine bar was a casual companion to Quince and Cotogna. It closed after a year due to the pandemic, later serving as a grocery store and private event space. The reopened Verjus aims to bring back its original social energy with some improvements, like a cocktail menu developed with Thad Vogler and a food menu reminiscent of its earlier version, featuring contemporary bistro fare from chef Walker Stern. The space retains some original features like the iconic red ceiling and marquee menu board, while adding a DJ booth for late-night programming. Reservations can be made via Seven Rooms, with plans to relaunch retail in 2025." - Dianne de Guzman