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Nude Baristas Busted | Prices Spike At Popular CA Food Chain | From Ashes To Fender Guitars: CA Business News
Catch up with the latest CA consumer and business news, plus under-the-radar stories and the week's best sales and freebies.
CALIFORNIA — This week in California business news: Chipotle wants to "lean in" to its customers with six-figure incomes and plans to raise prices as a result; a vermin infestation at a high-end restaurant is being blamed on a homeless shelter nearby; and a Golden State restaurant chain has filed for bankruptcy.
Additionally, 16 people were arrested as part of a raid at a California "bikini cafe," where baristas were accused of serving customers in various states of undress.
But before getting to the biggest business stories in the Golden State, here are some of the best consumer deals of the week:
Find out what's happening in Across Californiafor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Freebies, Deals And Steals
- On Tuesday, Korean bakery chain Paris Baguette will offer the latest in a series of February deals for rewards members. In celebrate of Random Acts of Kindness day, customers can enjoy a buy one, get one free pastry deal. Read more.
- Retailers traditionally offer a range of sales for President's Day weekend, and this year is no exception. Monday is the last day to enjoy deals like Anthropologie's 40%-off sale items or DWS's $15, $20 or $60 off shoe purchases. Check out all the sales rounded up by Good Morning America.
Check out this week's top headlines for California business news on Patch:
- CA Restaurant Chain Files For Bankruptcy
- Chipotle Plans To Raise Prices To 'Lean In' To Customers Who Make Six Figures
- Wild Teen Parties At Vacant Homes For Sale Leave San Diego Realtors On Edge
- Workers At Illegal CA 'Bikini Cafe' Busted For Public Nudity: Police
- ICE Raids Result In Millions In Business Losses: LA County Report
- Drones Would Fly From LA Mall Roofs As Part Of New LAPD Plan
- Oscar Mayer Wienermobile Plans February Stops In CA
- Vermin Infestation At CA Restaurant Blamed On Nearby Homeless Shelter: Report
- Los Angeles Among Least Affordable Cities Globally For Homebuyers: Report
- Law To Combat CA's Surging DUI Deaths Would Impact Drivers' Ability To Buy Booze
- Fender Guitars, Altadena Nonprofit Repurposing Trees Damaged During Eaton Fire
- Lunar New Year Could Provide Tempting Opportunities For Criminals, DA Warns
- Judge Orders Prison In $2.5M DoorDash Delivery Conspiracy
More Restaurant News
Historic Dive Bar Gets A Second Chance With New Owners In Northern CA: Report
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Hot Dog On a Stick, which closed its Redondo Beach Pier in September, 2024, is reopening at the pier "soon," according to city officials.
This CA Eatery Among 2026 Restaurants Of The Year, National Publication Says
"This is not your usual best-of list, where food writers fly in for a whirlwind weekend of eating and drinking," the publication said.
BBQ Smoker Fire Damages Pleasant Hill Restaurant, Twice
An accidental fire sparked by a barbecue smoker damaged a Pleasant Hill eatery late Sunday, then flared up again Monday morning.
Beloved Restaurant Closes In South Temecula's Vail Ranch Center
The South Temecula restaurant announced its closure this week. "We thank you for being part of our story. We will cherish the memories.'
Murrieta's Restaurant Month In Planning Stages For March Opening Day
Restaurants are invited to take part in this citywide celebration. Which restaurants do you hope will participate in 2026?
More Retail News
Demolition Begins At Bay Area Mall To Make Way For Housing: Report
A foundational anchor store for the mall is finally being destroyed after closing in 2018.
Danville To Consider Allowing Storefront Cannabis Sales
The town council will hold another study session on storefront cannabis retail, and may direct staff to draft an ordinance.
CA's Largest Pot 'Superstore' Closes Due To Losing Millions: Report
The Orange County-based marijuana superstore was reported to be four times the size of a regular Trader Joe's, SFGate reported.
San Francisco's Historic Castro Theatre Reopens After $40M Renovation With Sam Smith Residency
Beginning Tuesday evening, musician Sam Smith will be opening a 20-night residency at the theatre.
New Costco Planned For Orange County
Plans to create a new 165,000-square-foot Costco Wholesale building were just solidified, thanks to the city's planning commission.
More Business News
Hospitals' Opaque Pricing Is Crushing California's Small Businesses [Opinion]
"When hospital bills keep rising, it becomes nearly impossible for small firms to continue providing coverage to their employees."
Here Are CA's Top 10 Safest Cities, According To Study
See which Golden State cities have the lowest rates of violent and property crime, according to security analyst Safewise.
California To Ban Blackjack-Style Games From Cardrooms By April
Casino operators are warning that the changes would effectively outlaw blackjack-style games inside their facilities.
'Not Acceptable': BART Board President, Ex-Dublin Mayor Slams Proposed Station Closures
Melissa Hernandez criticized proposals to close up to 15 stations and cut service by 63% to address a $370 million annual deficit.
SF Mayor Signs Legislation To Bring More Movie, TV Productions To City
"Our arts and culture will drive our city's comeback, and film is an essential part of that equation," the mayor said.
'My Life Is A Living Hell': Complaints Continue About Short-Term Rentals In Riverside County
"How is it that we've gone through all these hearings and meetings, and we've arrived at the same place we were four years ago?"
LA City Residents To Vote On 3 Tax Hikes In June
Three proposed tax hikes will be considered by Los Angeles voters in the upcoming election.
New Express Lane Coming To East Bay Friday
The new lane will not begin charging tolls immediately, Caltrans said, but will eventually be limited to FasTrak holders.
Ex-San Leandro Councilman Admits To Accepting Bribes: DOJ
The former city official now faces more than 20 years in prison, along with a hefty fine, authorities said.
Sales Tax Hike To Be Decided By LA County Voters
Voters in June will decide whether to approve a new sales tax in Los Angeles County.
Ex-UC Berkeley Student, Tech Start-Up Founder Accused Of Defrauding Investors Out Of Millions
The 26-year-old faces securities fraud and wire fraud charges, among others.
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