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San Francisco Sued by Owner of Historic Fisherman's Wharf Restaurants

Herringbone Tavern Inc. seeks millions in damages, citing city neglect and pandemic impacts

Pedestrians pass Fishermen’s Grotto in San Francisco in 2014. The restaurant was shuttered in 2020 and its owner is suing the city.
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Overview

  • The lawsuit claims city negligence on maintenance, homelessness, and earthquake risks.
  • Herringbone Tavern invested $2 million in renovations for the Grotto and Tarantino's.
  • The Port of San Francisco evicted the restaurants, citing $1.4 million in unpaid rent.
  • The company argues that deteriorating conditions led to a decline in tourism.
  • Previous legal attempts by Herringbone Tavern were dismissed on technical grounds.