Mexican Wine Bar Will Open in Richmond District
The new venture, Taller Pepe, will replace the long-standing Red Tavern at 2229 Clement St. in spring 2027.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in Mexican Food
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Richmond residents will see a new destination for Mexican-influenced dining and wine when Taller Pepe opens at 2229 Clement St. The project is led by Steven Bravo and Carlos Camacho, who are bringing experience from their tenure at the Oakland restaurant Snail Bar.
Why it matters
The opening marks a shift in the local dining landscape, as the owners aim to advance the progressive Mexican food scene in the neighborhood. The new bar will step into the space currently held by the 15-year-old Red Tavern business, which may relocate to a new site in the future.
The new wine bar will occupy the 2229 Clement St. address following a property purchase closing on Oct. 27. Operations will include a reduced menu Tuesday through Thursday, with full dinner service running Friday through Monday.
The players
Steven Bravo
An alumnus of the Oakland restaurant Snail Bar and co-owner of the upcoming Taller Pepe.
Carlos Camacho
An alumnus of the Oakland restaurant Snail Bar and co-owner of the upcoming Taller Pepe.
Red Tavern
A 15-year-old local establishment that currently occupies the 2229 Clement St. location.
The details
The incoming owners, Steven Bravo and Carlos Camacho, plan to begin renovations on the property after the purchase closes. The venue will feature a curated wine program with both local and international selections. Residents can look for further project milestones as the site transitions from Red Tavern to Taller Pepe ahead of the planned spring launch.
Timeline
Oct. 27: The owners close on the property purchase.
Spring 2027: The planned opening of Taller Pepe.
Across the Bay
Taller Pepe follows the trend of industry professionals moving from established Oakland venues like Snail Bar to launch new independent concepts in San Francisco. This transition highlights a continuing exchange of culinary talent and business concepts between the two cities.
Residents can expect the transition at 2229 Clement St. to begin following the property closing this October. Once open in the spring, the venue will serve as a new late-week and weekend dining option in the Central Richmond.
The takeaway
Future diners should look for updates regarding the specific spring 2027 launch date to experience the new menu. The wine bar plans to offer a rotating selection of local and international wines paired with California-Mexican cuisine.
Further reading
For more on the city's evolving dining scene, check out Mexican Food.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The San Francisco Standard.
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