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San Francisco opens its first Jollibee after a 6-year delay
Summary by The San Francisco Editorial Desk Sergio Quintana , as published by NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC)
· July 30, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The restaurant's opening was delayed due to various challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic.
San Francisco is finally getting its first Jollibee restaurant, six years after it was initially announced. The restaurant's opening was delayed due to various challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic. A soft opening celebration was held on Market Street, attended by Mayor Daniel Lurie and other officials.
The mayor discussed efforts to simplify the permitting process for businesses. Further details about the restaurant and the city's permitting process are available from the source. The city has been working to reduce bureaucratic obstacles and streamline permitting, with many permits now available online.
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Category: government Published: July 30, 2026 Source: NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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