San Francisco, California — A restaurant that received a $100,000 city grant as part of San Francisco’s effort to bring life back to struggling commercial corridors has suddenly closed, just months after opening and only weeks after receiving the six-figure award.
Chicken Fried Palace, located in the city’s Mission District, announced the shutdown, putting new attention on San Francisco’s Storefront Opportunity Grant program and whether businesses receiving the funding are required to remain open for a specific period.
Restaurant Announces Sudden Closure
Owner Seth Stowaway said the restaurant is pausing its daily operations because of a recent medical situation involving one of its founders.
In a social media announcement, the restaurant thanked customers and said it remained grateful for the community’s support…