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The Spanish Table to Close Berkeley Store After 24 Years

Rising costs paired with wider retail competition squeezed margins prompting consolidation.

The Spanish Table at 1814 San Pablo Ave., Berkeley, is closing.
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The Spanish Table, a specialty foods grocery store known for Spanish wines, jamón ibérico, and cookware, is closing its doors in Berkeley after 24 years. 

Overview

  • The Spanish Table announced on August 11 that its Berkeley location on San Pablo Avenue will shut its doors on August 17 after 24 years in business.
  • Owner Bastian Schoell cited post-pandemic revenue declines, rising labor and import expenses, and volatile U.S. tariffs as key factors in the closure decision.
  • He warned that broader retail availability of Spanish imports and a downturn in alcohol sales have eroded the shop’s niche appeal and profitability.
  • Operations will shift to the Inner Richmond San Francisco store and online platform, with Schoell expressing hopes to add a wine bar at the remaining location.
  • The Berkeley community has rallied with a goodbye event featuring a flamenco guitarist and plans for Spanish food-and-wine pop-ups in collaboration with Evergreen Cafe.