Overview

• 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.