Chef Mourad Lahlou announced the closure of his celebrated restaurant Mourad due to financial struggles exacerbated by the pandemic and ongoing operational challenges in downtown San Francisco.
The restaurant's closure follows a tumultuous few years, including pandemic-related forced closures, a slow recovery for downtown, a loss of a Michelin star, and recently, legal pressure from the city over unpaid taxes.
Lahlou mentioned a "bitter dispute" with city officials which has drawn attention, especially in light of the city suing Mourad for over $100,000 in unpaid taxes dating back to 2020.
Former Director of Operations Scott Chilcutt's resignation from Mourad has raised questions about internal disputes at the restaurant, possibly linked to the contentious tax situation.
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