Caché Bistro Debuts in San Francisco’s Inner Sunset

San Francisco's dining scene has welcomed two notable new establishments blending culinary creativity with distinct atmospheres. Side A, led by Parker and Caroline Brown, offers a modern American bistro experience in the former Universal Cafe, integrating a high-end sound system and curated vinyl sets to create a sociable, music-driven ambiance alongside a menu that fuses Midwestern hospitality with California sensibilities. Meanwhile, Caché, a collaboration between French expats Florent Thomas and Chef Simon Mounier, brings a relaxed, California-inspired bistro to the Inner Sunset, combining Michelin-level technique with a focus on seasonal local ingredients and a casual, community-oriented setting. Both venues pay homage to their locations' histories while introducing innovative culinary and experiential elements to engage their neighborhoods.