All are invited to celebrate the official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for SoMa Social, the newest addition to SOMA!

Date: Thursday, June 11th

Time: 11:30 AM

Where: SoMa Social Bar & Kitchen

Location: 121 7th Street, San Francisco, CA 94103

SoMa Social combines an energized, community-focused atmosphere with the elevated culinary experience of a modern gastropub. Featuring refined comfort food, warm hospitality, and an inviting all-day environment, SoMa Social is poised to become a gathering place and an important contributor to the neighborhood’s continued revitalization.

More than just a destination to watch the game, SoMa Social reflects a broader commitment to reinvesting in and reimagining the future of the South of Market dining and hospitality scene.

Guests will enjoy an exclusive first look at the new space, followed by refreshments and lunch curated by Executive Chef Dan Talton. Drawing on his experience at acclaimed San Francisco establishments including Lord Stanley and Fog City Diner, Chef Talton has crafted a menu that reflects SoMa Social’s unique vision and culinary excellence.

Event Details:

-11:30 am: Arrival & Mingling

-11:45 am: Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

-12:00 pm: Bites & Refreshments

If you’d like to attend, please kindly RSVP directly to:

Somasocial@afandco.com

Date: Monday, June 22nd

Time: 5:30 - 7:00 PM

Where: El Dorado Latin Fusion

Location: 701 Folsom Street, San Francisco 94103

El Dorado Latin Fusion welcomes all to a community event featuring Alli Goldenberg, Manny Ramirez, Zack Wasserman, Mick Del Rosario, and District Attorney Brooke Jenkins in support of Supervisor Matt Dorsey.

Over the past four years, Supervisor Dorsey has been a dedicated advocate for San Francisco’s recovery community, working to improve public safety, revitalize District 6, and ensure that residents and workers can travel safely throughout the city. He has also been a strong champion for small businesses, helping support the economic vitality of San Francisco neighborhoods.

Looking ahead, Supervisor Dorsey is committed to building on this progress over the next four years by continuing to address the needs of San Francisco residents, workers, and business owners while advancing policies that strengthen the city’s future.

El Dorado Latin Fusion, located in San Francisco’s SOMA neighborhood at 701 Folsom Street, offers a vibrant blend of Peruvian, Mexican, and Argentine cuisine. Known for its contemporary atmosphere, the restaurant features signature dishes including ceviches, empanadas, and other Peruvian favorites.

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SOMBA Board Meeting Recap...

SOMBA held its board meeting on May 29 at Trellis, located at 981 Mission Street. The meeting featured updates on police staffing, street health initiatives, and supportive housing, with presentations from community leaders and city representatives, including Kathleen Silk of the San Francisco Department of Public Health and Mark Mazza from Department of Emergency Management.

Police Staffing

Board members discussed ongoing public safety concerns in South of Market. While crime has declined in many parts of San Francisco, challenges remain in SOMA. The San Francisco Police Department is currently operating with a significant staffing shortage, estimated at approximately 700 officers citywide. With the recent expansion of Southern Station's service area, from Market Street through Mission Bay and surrounding neighborhoods, SFPD representatives indicated that efforts are underway to increase staffing levels in the district.

Street Health Services

Kathleen Silk, Director of the Street Crisis Response Team and Street-Based & Justice-Involved Behavioral Health Services at the Department of Public Health and Mark Mazza from Department of Emergency Management, provided an update on the Homeless Outreach Team (HOT). They shared that services in the area are expanding, including increased access to psychiatric and behavioral health support for unhoused individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges.

Supportive Housing and Fair Housing Complaint

Board member Leah Edwards provided an update on the fair housing complaint filed by the SOMA West Neighborhood Association with the State of California. The complaint alleges that the City has disproportionately concentrated high-need social services in SOMA while failing to provide the public safety, sanitation, and infrastructure resources necessary to support those services.

SOMBA has submitted a letter in support of the complaint, emphasizing the impact this imbalance has on small businesses, pedestrian activity, and future housing development in the neighborhood.

The complaint remains under state review. In the meantime, SOMBA continues to advocate for a more equitable distribution of services throughout the city, along with increased investments in public safety, sanitation, and neighborhood infrastructure.



Community support remains important. If you have not yet signed the petition, please consider doing so. If you have already signed, we encourage you to share it with a neighbor, colleague, or fellow business owner.

Member Spotlight: OneDigital

We are delighted to welcome OneDigital to SOMBA. OneDigital helps small and mid-sized businesses simplify payroll, HR compliance, workers’ compensation, and employee benefits through a single, integrated technology platform. Their flexible solutions include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k) plans, offering Fortune 500-level benefits that help businesses attract, retain, and support top talent.

Whether companies need a comprehensive bundled package or individual services, OneDigital provides scalable solutions designed to grow alongside their business.



Exclusive SOMBA Member Benefit: SOMBA members receive preferred pricing on OneDigital services.

Minimum Eligibility: 4 employees

Contact Information

Anil Chaudhry

Phone: 408-497-9011

Email: anil.chaudhry@onedigital.com

To learn more about how OneDigital can help streamline your business operations and enhance your employee benefits offerings, contact Anil directly.

Congratulations to Casa Sofia on a successful & joyous ribbon-cutting ceremony and grand opening celebration!



It was wonderful to see such a strong turnout from community members, city officials, and local leaders, including San Francisco Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Rodney Fong, who joined in commemorating this exciting milestone.

A special thank-you to Chef Carlos and his wife, Shu, for the outstanding selection of Latin-American fusion hors d’oeuvres. Guests were treated to a delicious showcase of the restaurant’s unique culinary vision. It was also especially touching to hear remarks from their daughter, Sofia, for whom the restaurant is named.

The event beautifully reflected Casa Sofia’s family-centered spirit, offering guests an evening filled with exceptional food, handcrafted cocktails, and a welcoming atmosphere. We wish the entire Casa Sofia team continued success as they embark on this exciting new chapter.