Posted by Em, a resident of the Menlo Park: other neighborhood, on Jan 12, 2012 at 12:21 pm

'The ABC handles "dozens" of similar cases each year, Mr. Carr said.'

lol "dozens"

Posted by about time, a resident of the Menlo Park: Central Menlo Park neighborhood, on Jan 12, 2012 at 10:33 pm

The amazing thing is that it took so long for the ABC to take action. The incidents go back to 2009. The violations were so serious that the two owners choose to settle and will not be allowed to sell alcohol anywhere in CA. The investigation has been going on for well over a year, yet it took until now to suspend their license. One wonders if State budget cuts have left the ABC so understaffed that they cannot handle more than "dozens" of cases a year, allowing law breakers like Lance White and Richard Eldridge to continue operating long after they should have been shut down.

Posted by Cynthia Wagner, a resident of the Menlo Park: Downtown neighborhood, on Jan 13, 2012 at 5:34 pm

I would like to see back issues of your paper that indicates this establishment was disorderly. I have read many good reviews about the BBC, especially the fashion shows, art shows, and the many organizations that chose to have their Christmas and other celebrations there. Seems I recall the City Chamber meeting there.

I am a senior and I like the BBC. Great place for a good meal with good atmosphere.

Posted by science gal, a resident of the Woodside: Mountain Home Road neighborhood, on Jan 14, 2012 at 4:18 pm

The BBC has long been known as a party place for teens and 20 somethings Friday and Sat. evenings. Underage drinking was rampant there - it wasn't safe for young women to be by the end. The owners were negligent to say the least if not outright complacent. Some of the women victimized there should have sued.

What the ABC has done is good for the community.

Posted by Hmmm, a resident of another community, on Jan 14, 2012 at 5:07 pm

Cynthia - the archives for The Almanac are easily searchable so you can find back stories, if any that way. You can also contact the police to find out how to access the public record re the BBC.

Posted by Pam, a resident of the Portola Valley: Portola Valley Ranch neighborhood, on Jan 14, 2012 at 9:40 pm

What a shame this has happened to the BBC. However, even 30 years ago it was known as a meat market for sleazy pick-ups. I hope a new owner can fix its problems.

Posted by Bill Sykes, a resident of the Menlo Park: Central Menlo Park neighborhood, on Jan 15, 2012 at 8:59 pm

What a shame. Terrible news. What about a BYOB line dancing hall? They have the floor space.

Posted by annoyed, a resident of the Menlo Park: Downtown neighborhood, on Jan 16, 2012 at 11:35 am

This is stupid. The last good bar in town. Where do we go now? Maybe Menlo Park citizens don't understand how bars work.

Posted by Rich Business Man, a resident of the Atherton: West Atherton neighborhood, on Jan 28, 2012 at 10:54 pm

I would like to procure this establishment, what are the owners asking for the location? Also, who might I write out this check to? Please advise.