Get up to $700 of free reusable foodware from the City of San Francisco.

Are you a restaurant or cafe owner in San Francisco? Are you interested in saving money and improving customer experience?

Get up to $700 of free reusable foodware from the City of San Francisco.

Join more than 200 San Francisco restaurants by transitioning to reusable foodware for dine-in customers. Assistance is available in Chinese, Spanish, and Vietnamese. 

SFE staff holds up reusable foodware with San francisco restaurant owner

SF Environment staff helping local businesses transition to free reusable foodware.


How it works

  • The City is offering up to $700 to cover the cost of reusable foodware items like utensils, plates, cups, and other items.
  • Schedule a quick meeting with an SF Environment staff member who will handle purchasing, delivery, and set up of the new reusables.
  • Assistance is available in Chinese, Spanish, and Vietnamese. 


Program benefits

  • Your business can save $3,000- $20,000 per year, inclusive of labor and water expenses.
  • You can save money on your trash bill and prevent litter on San Francisco streets.
  • Reusables create an elevated dining experience for customers.


Case studies


 

Reusable foodware at a restaurant

Reusable foodware shown next to single use foodware in a San Francisco restaurant.

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