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San Francisco's Buffalo Whole Foods Market to close after more than 50 years
Summary by The San Francisco Editorial Desk Sergio Quintana , as published by NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC)
· July 31, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The Buffalo Whole Foods Market has been a part of the community for over 50 years.
A long-standing business in the Castro neighborhood is set to close. The Buffalo Whole Foods Market has been a part of the community for over 50 years. Recently, signs were posted on the store's windows announcing its impending closure.
The signs also advertised a discount on all items and indicated that the store would be closing soon. This news has been met with disappointment from those who live and work in the area. Further details about the closure are available from the source, including reactions from local residents and business owners who will miss the store's presence in the neighborhood.
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Category: business Published: July 31, 2026 Source: NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A long-standing business in the Castro neighborhood is set to close. The Buffalo Whole Foods Market has been a part of the community for over 50 years. Recently, signs were posted on the store's…
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