Ritual Coffee Roasters, a beloved coffee shop in the Upper Haight neighborhood of San Francisco, will close its doors after nine years due to challenges in attracting foot traffic. Owner Eileen Rinaldi reassured customers that this closure is not indicative of San Francisco's broader economic struggles. The cafe faced difficulties, including gunfire incidents, yet the company is expanding in other areas, including a new airport location. Separately, notable developments include the launch of Via Aurelia, a Tuscan restaurant from notable chefs in Mission Rock, and a new drive-in diner co-created by former Tartine Bakery president Bill Chait in Los Angeles.
Ritual Coffee Roasters will close its Upper Haight Street location on April 11, leaving a gap in the area’s coffee offerings, according to owner Eileen Rinaldi.
Owner Eileen Rinaldi stated it wasn't another 'doom loop' story but a normal part of running a small business, struggling with foot traffic challenges.
Despite the closure, Ritual Coffee Roasters has seen growth with new locations and products, including a recent opening at San Francisco International Airport.
Bill Chait, a former executive at Tartine Bakery, is involved in launching a new drive-in diner in Los Angeles, partnering with Elon Musk.
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