Hi Felicia Closes After One Year in Oakland, Owner Blames Robbery

Hi Felicia Closes After One Year in Oakland, Owner Blames Robbery
SFist
Published on May 25, 2023

After three weeks since changing to an à la carte format, Oakland's Hi Felicia restaurant has closed its doors permanently. The closure follows a break-in and robbery that resulted in significant damage. Hi Felicia captured attention as a "vulgar fine dining" concept, with chef-owner Imana striving to create a more inclusive fine dining experience. The establishment gained a Michelin Guide mention and experimented with pricing to cover food and labor costs. In an Instagram post, Imana hinted at plans to transform the venue into a "sleek and sexy wine bar." Continue reading on SFist →

Photo by Derek Yarra/Hi Felicia