Open & Shut: West Berlin ends its run, and Anchorage gets a smash-style burger spot, a smokehouse and a sewing shop

Open & Shut: West Berlin ends its run, and Anchorage gets a smash-style burger spot, a smokehouse and a sewing shop

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Key Points:

  • West Berlin, a German restaurant in Mountain View, is closing on New Year’s Eve after 11 years following the death of founder Bill Ho’Opai, who was known for his homemade rahmschnitzel and community support. Ho’Opai also co-founded Hula Hands, which will remain open.
  • Rage City Vintage, a secondhand vintage and art shop in Spenard, closed on Christmas Eve due to economic challenges and decreased sales, though its associated nonprofit Spenard Song Circle will continue hosting community events.
  • City Boy Burgers opened last month in Mountain View and has quickly gained popularity for its fresh, made-to-order smash burgers, drawing strong local support and long lines despite a limited menu.
  • Winter Solstice