Prices Spike At Popular CA Food Chain As Nude Baristas Busted

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

This week in California business news: Chipotle plans to raise prices due to targeting higher-income customers, a vermin infestation at a high-end restaurant is blamed on a nearby homeless shelter, and a Golden State restaurant chain has filed for bankruptcy. Additionally, 16 people were arrested in a raid at a California "bikini cafe" where baristas were accused of serving customers in various states of undress.

Why it matters

These stories highlight the complex economic and social challenges facing California businesses, from navigating changing consumer demands to addressing issues of public safety and homelessness that can impact operations. The news also reflects broader trends in the state's retail and restaurant sectors.

The details

Chipotle plans to "lean in" to customers with six-figure incomes and raise prices as a result. A vermin infestation at a high-end restaurant is being blamed on a nearby homeless shelter. A Golden State restaurant chain has filed for bankruptcy. 16 people were arrested in a raid at a California "bikini cafe" where baristas were accused of serving customers in various states of undress.

• The restaurant chain filed for bankruptcy this week.
• The raid on the "bikini cafe" occurred earlier this month.