Peet's Coffee closing 30 Bay Area locations

"Although the circumstance is not as dire, news is spreading fast that Peet's Coffee is closing or has already closed some of its coffee houses in the Bay Area. As reported in the San Francisco Chronicle, approximately 30 Bay Area locations are closing. One of the Berkeley-born chain's North Bay locations that has already closed is in Mill Valley at 88 Throckmorton Ave., according to a Google search for the business."

"These closures reflect a broader effort to align our business with long-term growth priorities and current market conditions. We are deeply grateful to our incredible employees and loyal customers for their continued commitment to the brand. As we move forward, we remain dedicated to the quality, craftsmanship, and heritage that have defined Peet's for the past 60 years, while embracing new opportunities to innovate and grow."

Peet's Coffee is closing multiple coffee houses in the Bay Area, with approximately 30 locations affected. One Mill Valley location at 88 Throckmorton Ave. has already closed. Searches of Sonoma and Solano county locations did not reveal closures at the time, though more closures remain possible. A Peet's spokesperson confirmed plans to close a number of locations by the end of January 2026, citing alignment with long-term growth priorities and current market conditions. The spokesperson emphasized gratitude to employees and customers and reiterated dedication to quality, craftsmanship, and Peet's 60-year heritage while pursuing innovation and growth.

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