Automat, known for its stylish rendition of comfort foods, is slated to close its doors almost two years after opening. “It has been tough to operate a casual restaurant in San Francisco that is ...

Mention Horn & Hardart or the Automat to anyone who visited one, and you'll find yourself captivated by a flood of memories. Established in 1888 by Joseph Horn & Frank Hardart, the Automat, ...

But on Sunday, August 20, the same day San Francisco restaurant Automat announced its impending closure, Smith took to social media to post something other than photos of gorgeous desserts and dinners ...

Picture this: you walk into an elegant dining room with marble floors, Art Deco fixtures, and gleaming chrome walls. There are no waiters, no menus, no awkward conversations. Instead, you face a wall ...

The reason for the closure? Automat struggled to find the right balance between quality and affordability, the post goes on to share. It’s a sentiment Lazy Bear chef and owner David Barzelay, who is a ...