The Bayview District is facing another devastating blow to its food security as Lucky supermarket prepares to shutter its doors on November 1, marking the end of yet another attempt to bring sustainable grocery access to one of San Francisco’s most underserved neighborhoods. The closure leaves residents grappling with the harsh reality that major retailers continue to struggle in an area the U.S. Department of Agriculture has designated as a food desert.
The company’s regional departure, as announced on the Lucky’s Bayview’s Instagram, represents more than just another business closure—it’s the latest chapter in a troubling pattern that has plagued the neighborhood for over a decade. The SF Standard reports that Lucky’s parent company, Save Mart, described the closure as a “difficult decision,” with employees being offered positions at other locations based on seniority and availability…