San Francisco’s culinary scene just got another deliciously unexpected twist. Seth Stowaway, the chef who recently closed his Michelin-starred Osito restaurant, isn’t slowing down , he’s cranking up the heat with a brand new diner concept that’s about to make chicken-fried steak the hottest trend in town.

Texas Roots, Bay Area Flavor

Stowaway is transforming the beloved WesBurger space at 2240 Mission Street into what he’s tentatively calling “Chicken-Fried Palace” , a name that sounds like it belongs on a kitschy postcard, but promises serious culinary cred. Drawing from his Texas heritage, he’s planning a menu that celebrates the gloriously greasy art of chicken-frying everything in sight.

More Than Just Comfort Food

This isn’t your grandma’s diner. Stowaway is bringing in Cole Jeanes, a biscuit specialist from Memphis, to elevate the kitchen game. Expect innovations like a chicken-fried Reuben sandwich that’ll make food purists simultaneously cringe and drool. And because this is San Francisco, there will be boozy milkshakes and a touch of “Dollywood-esque” pink wallpaper to keep things interestingly quirky.

What’s Next?

Targeted to open this fall, Chicken-Fried Palace promises to be more than just another restaurant , it’s a culinary statement. Stowaway continues to prove he’s not just a chef, but a true food storyteller who knows how to keep San Francisco’s dining scene perpetually surprised and delighted.