Sam Wo Open for Late Night Once Again; Ikea Remodeled Its Restaurant

CHINATOWN — After its grand reopening this past October, the iconic Sam Wo is reinstating some of its old late-night hours. Specifically, starting Sunday, May 1, hours Mondays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wednesdays through Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 12 a.m. and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Then, come Friday, May 20, hours will extend to 3 a.m. on Friday and Saturday nights. Sam Wo is also applying for a beer and wine license. [Hoodline]

EMERYVILLE — Ikea has remodeled its restaurant and is unveiling it this Friday, April 28 through Sunday, May 1 with workshops, goodie bag giveaways and discounted meal specials. See the full listing of events here. [EaterWire]

EMBARCADERO — A Prince-themed evening of bubbly spring cocktails thrown by CUESA and the United States Bartenders Guild is happening this Wednesday, April 27 from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Ferry Building with drinks from Whitechapel, Cafe du Nord, Maven, Dosa, Belga, Novela and more. Food from Lord Stanley, Cadence, Causwells, The Market and more, too, with proceeds supporting CUESA and USBG. Get your tickets here. [EaterWire]

NOE VALLEY — Omnivore Books has released its spring food book event lineup, and it's impressive as always, starting with Katie Parla and Tasting Rome this Thursday, April 28. See the full lineup here. [EaterWire]