Michelin-starred restaurant in San Francisco announces sudden closure
Osito, the Michelin-starred restaurant in San Francisco's Mission District known for its exclusive live-fire menu, will serve its final meal this Sunday.
Chef Seth Stowaway, who opened the restaurant at 2875 18th St. in 2021 after several pandemic-related delays, confirmed Tuesday that the Mother's Day brunch will mark the end of the restaurant's run.
'We are proud of the restaurant that we created and grew from the ground up in 2021,' Stowaway said in a statement. 'Less than a year after opening, Osito won our first Michelin star and since day one, we've been proud of the food and service that we were able to provide our guests. Unfortunately, the economy in San Francisco does not always make it sustainable for restaurants and for that reason, we must close our doors.'
Osito, which earned acclaim for its daily-changing $295 tasting menu cooked entirely over wood fire, was an innovative dining destination. The 3,000-square-foot space featured a communal table where guests could observe the cooking process.
While Osito has undergone several transformations since its opening, including the addition of an à la carte menu and a new private dining room, Stowaway cited San Francisco's challenging economic climate as the primary reason for the restaurant's closure.
Despite the decision, Stowaway expressed optimism about future ventures.
'I am full of joy that we are closing our doors at a time where we are busy and serving things we are super proud of,' he said. 'I'm sure you'll hear more from us in the future.'
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