Toxic workplace allegations target Sacramento's Localis restaurant. Here's what to know

Ex-employees of Localis and Betty alleged inappropriate behavior by chef Chris Barnum-Dann over a decade. He has denied them.
Sacramento Bee

Michelin-starred restaurant makes ‘triumphant’ return to brunch. What to expect

On Jan. 22, famed Sacramento restaurant Localis sent out an email to its customer list touting the “triumphant return of brunch!” The Feb. 22 event required reservations, which quickly booked up in ...
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Localis is bringing back brunch. See how they're doing it

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Michelin-starred Localis, located in Sacramento, is bringing back brunch service after years of suspending it. Owner Chris ...
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Michelin-starred Localis chef to launch 3 new high-end food concepts. See where

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Chris Barnum-Dann of Localis received the Michelin Sommelier Award at the Michelin Guide California 2025 Ceremony on Wednesday, ...
Sacramento Bee

‘It was mental warfare.’ What former staffers say about Michelin-starred chef

Former Localis and Betty staff alleged inappropriate behavior by Barnum-Dann. Former employees reported disputed tip pooling at the restaurants Developers were reported to be 'taking a pause' on deals ...