bondi in the gaslamp has closed. the owners put a bunch of money into the place and it featured some quirky interior design, but the consensus on yelp was that the food was only so-so. i remember looking forward to an australian import opening in what was a new building at the time, being impressed by its style, but not so much by the food. another sign that downtown diners have too many choices now to settle for mediocre meals at gaslamp prices.

meanwhile our favorite mission gorge pho place, pho express, has opened downtown next door to stout on 6th. strange that this is currently the only vietnamese place downtown. the location is a bit out of the way from the downtown action, but likely worth the detour.

thanks to cuppycake for pointing out that filter cafe is opening a 24-hour location in the new building at richmond and university in hillcrest. we drove by last night and there’s nothing much inside yet, but it’s an intriguing location considering starbucks is across the street. if it’s anything like their north park location (assuming it’s the same owners), it’ll be a relaxed spot offering free wifi, and nearly always busy. down the block, look for latte cafe next door to yog-art.