Bay Area Food Radar

East Bay AAPI and fusion dining expansions

East Bay AAPI and fusion dining expansions

Key Questions

What Nepali dining options are being highlighted in Berkeley?

Taste of the Himalayas is spotlighting traditional Nepali cuisine during AAPI Heritage Month. It shares flavors and cultural elements with diners.

What expansions are planned for Asian grocery stores in the East Bay?

Dublin's new H Mart is performing strongly and signals growth for Asian mega-stores. T&T Supermarket is set to open its first California store in San Jose on June 18, with plans for Fremont and Pleasant Hill.

Which new bakery is opening in the East Bay?

Bake Sum, known for mixing Asian and American pastries, is expanding soon. It is one of the Bay Area's defining Asian American bakeries.

What is Nudi Blue offering in Berkeley?

Nudi Blue brings inventive afternoon tea service with sweet and savory treats to Berkeley. It comes from the owners of Tanzie's Cafe.

How is fusion dining developing in Rockridge?

Rockridge is seeing new fusion concepts that blend cuisines. These additions complement the area's vibrant dining landscape.

What is There/There in Oakland known for?

There/There offers affordable cocktails and non-alcoholic options in Oakland. It follows the legacy of the celebrated queer bar Friends & Family.

Where is Marufuku expanding?

Marufuku is opening a location in Walnut Creek. This continues the ramen chain's growth in the East Bay.

What Turkish-inspired venue recently debuted in San Ramon?

Meyhouse opened its first East Bay location on April 30, combining Turkish food with a music venue element.

Berkeley Nepali spotlight; Sightglass multi-use; Rockridge fusion. There/There Oakland affordable cocktails/NA; Marufuku Walnut Creek. T&T San Jose June 18. Nudi Blue afternoon tea. Bake Sum bakery. Dublin H Mart strong performance signals Asian mega-store rise with Fremont/Pleasant Hill plans.

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Updated May 20, 2026