Ayesha Curry Closes Oakland Store Over Safety Concerns

The Sweet July cafe and boutique, launched in 2021 as a community hub, is shutting down after repeated security challenges.

Sweet July, Ayesha Curry's cafe and boutique in Oakland, will permanently close on February 9, citing safety concerns for staff and patrons.
The store, opened in 2021, was intended as a community space and a platform for Black-owned and Bay Area businesses.
A break-in in 2022 and ongoing crime in Oakland contributed to the decision to close, though specific recent incidents were not disclosed.
Several other businesses in Oakland, including Target, In-N-Out, and Denny's, have also shuttered locations due to safety issues in recent years.
Despite the closure, Sweet July plans to pursue new ventures, with details to be announced in the future.