San Francisco's Amado's Bar Closes, Blaming Valencia Bike Lane for Business Loss
San Francisco bar and live music venue Amado's has closed, with the owner blaming a controversial center-running bike lane on Valencia Street for an 80% drop in sales. The owner, David Quinby, stated that the lack of parking due to the bike lane made it difficult for musicians to perform at the bar. Transit advocates have also criticized the bike lane, citing safety concerns. However, it remains unclear to what extent the bike lane versus a major flood that occurred earlier in the year contributed to the closure. The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency defended the bike lane, stating that it aims to improve safety and has made efforts to accommodate small businesses.