Barbara Lynch Closes and Sells Boston Restaurants Amid Allegations of Workplace Abuse

The renowned chef has shuttered three establishments and sold two, leaving only three open, resulting in about 100 job losses.

Barbara Lynch, a renowned Boston chef, has announced the closure of three of her restaurants and the sale of two others, leaving only three of her establishments open.
The closures and sales come after allegations of a toxic workplace culture in Lynch's high-end kitchens, with over 20 employees accusing her of multiple forms of workplace abuse.
The closures include Menton, Sportello, and Drink, all located in the Fort Point neighborhood, while The Butcher Shop and Stir, both in the South End, will be sold.
No. 9 Park, B&G Oysters, and The Rudder will remain open, with Lynch's future expansion plans focused on the North Shore.
The closures and sales have resulted in the loss of about 100 jobs, with Lynch blaming high rents, uncooperative landlords, and financial mismanagement by previous employees for the decision.