Matt Horn closes Kowbird restaurant in West Oakland

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Matt Horn has closed his West Oakland restaurant, Kowbird, which focused on chicken dishes. The restaurant reportedly shut down in January, with customers finding it closed during regular hours. Horn cited a lack of support for small businesses in Oakland as a key reason for the closure. He mentioned challenges with building violations and an ongoing ADA lawsuit. Previously, Horn's other restaurant, Horn Barbecue, closed in 2023 due to a fire and legal issues. He opened a new restaurant in Lafayette in December, serving West Coast barbecue.


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