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Left Bank restaurants abruptly close for good
By NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC)
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
A popular restaurant group with locations across the Bay Area is suddenly closing its doors.
Left Bank and its sister locations LB Steak, Meso Modern Mediterranean and Petite Left Bank are shutting down.
The first Left Bank opened in Larkspur in 1994. There are now seven locations, includin...
Key takeaway The first Left Bank opened in Larkspur in 1994.
Why this matters in The San Francisco
The sudden closure of Left Bank and LB Steak restaurants has significant implications for San Francisco 's dining scene, particularly in the context of the city's high operating costs. The fact that slower lunch crowds may have contributed to the decision to close suggests that even established restaurants are struggling to remain viable. This phenomenon is not unique to Santana Row, where three of the shuttered restaurants were located, but rather reflects a broader challenge faced by fine dining establishments across the Bay Area. As the city's business community absorbs the news of these closures, it will be worth watching how the vacant spaces are repurposed and whether new tenants can find a way to thrive in an environment where labor and overhead costs are notoriously high. The impact on the hundreds of employees who lost their jobs will also be felt throughout the community, highlighting the need for support and resources to help them transition to new opportunities.
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Category: business ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A popular restaurant group with locations across the Bay Area is suddenly closing its doors.
Left Bank and its sister locations LB Steak, Meso Modern Mediterranean and Petite Left Bank are shutting down.
The first Left Bank opened in Larkspur in 1994. There are now seven locations, includin...
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