Taco Bell Limits Service to Drive-Thru in Oakland Amid Crime Surge

Safety concerns prompt franchisee to close dining rooms, joining other businesses in response to increasing crime rates.

Taco Bell franchisee Diversified Restaurant Group closes dining rooms in 4 Oakland locations due to safety concerns, opting for drive-thru only service.
The closures follow a surge in crime in Oakland, with several restaurants reporting robberies, theft, and vandalism.
Local law enforcement and Taco Bell are taking additional measures to ensure safety, including hiring security guards and meeting with police.
Other fast-food chains and businesses in Oakland, including In-N-Out and Denny's, have also closed locations citing crime concerns.
Oakland officials and some residents express differing views on the reasons behind the closures, with some attributing it to competition from local businesses.