The East Bay area is witnessing the closure of several beloved restaurants in Berkeley, including Bear's Lair Tavern, Crixa Cakes, Khana Peena, and a Starbucks on Shattuck Avenue. After more than 50 years of serving patrons, Bear's Lair has permanently shut its doors, while Crixa Cakes and Khana Peena have likewise ended operations after lengthy runs. Starbucks' closure follows a tumultuous period of worker strikes. This wave of restaurant closures reflects changing dynamics in the culinary scene of Berkeley.
The closure of Berkeley's Bear's Lair Tavern after over 50 years marks the end of an iconic institution known for its vibrant atmosphere and beloved by the UC Berkeley community.
Crixa Cakes has closed after 25 years, with owners expressing hopes of reopening in the future despite not renewing their lease.
Khana Peena, a cherished Indian restaurant in Berkeley, has permanently closed its Solano Avenue location, impacting its loyal customer base.
Starbucks on Shattuck Avenue in Berkeley has shut down permanently, following a challenging period marked by worker strikes and sudden closures.
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