Chef Matt Baker is facing significant financial, legal, and political challenges this year, impacting his restaurant portfolio that includes Michelin-starred Gravitas. He closed two locations of Baker's Daughter earlier in the year, retaining one for future opportunities. His restaurants were briefly shut down by tax authorities for unpaid taxes amounting to over $33,500 for Gravitas and $61,800 for Michele's. In addition, he is dealing with a lawsuit from a landlord and backlash over pro-MAGA social media posts, further complicating his reputation in a liberal city.
In December and January, chef Matt Baker closed two locations of Baker's Daughter due to financial troubles but is eyeing a future project at the latter location.
DC tax authorities filed three separate liens against Gravitas, with the latest accumulating over $33,500 in taxes, highlighting ongoing financial struggles for Baker's restaurants.
Baker faces backlash for pro-MAGA social media posts, including an invitation to Elon Musk, complicating his image amidst legal and financial challenges in liberal DC.
The shutdown of Gravitas and Michele's for unpaid taxes was resolved quickly, yet the incident underscores the ongoing financial challenges affecting Baker's restaurant empire.
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