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Barbara Lynch Streamlines Empire by Closing Three and Selling Two Boston Eateries

Originally Published 2 years ago — by Eater Boston

Renowned chef Barbara Lynch is closing the majority of her Boston restaurants, including Menton, Sportello, and Drink, due to rent hikes and failed negotiations with landlords. The closures come amid allegations of staff harassment and a lawsuit over withheld tips. Lynch's remaining establishments include No. 9 Park, B&G Oysters, and the Rudder, with future expansion plans focused on the North Shore. The restaurant group's COO cites mismanagement and post-pandemic challenges as additional factors in the decision to close.

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"Chef Barbara Lynch Streamlines Empire by Closing Three and Selling Two Boston Restaurants"

Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Boston Globe

Celebrated Boston chef Barbara Lynch is downsizing her restaurant group due to post-pandemic challenges and high rents, closing three Fort Point restaurants (Menton, Sportello, and Drink) and selling two South End locations (The Butcher Shop and Stir) to former employees. The closures affect 100 staff members, while the remaining restaurants, including No. 9 Park, B&G Oysters, and The Rudder, will continue to operate. This decision follows allegations of a toxic work environment and financial mismanagement within her establishments. Lynch plans to focus on expansion in the North Shore area moving forward.

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