Chasing after growth and a strong population of hungry diners, new restaurant openings have added even more momentum to the bustling SoMa and Mission Bay areas.
Operating a restaurant in San Francisco is more expensive than ever, and even if money isn't a barrier, the process of opening a new dining or cafe hotspot can require up to 24 permits for health, fire, public works and utilities, with some taking months to secure.
Even so, more than 85 restaurants, bars and cafes have made it to the finish…
