In a classic case of Bay Area cultural faux pas, Krispy Krunchy Chicken found itself in hot water after plastering ads on the beloved Carlos Santana mural at 24th and Mission Street. The “gas station chicken” chain, known for its cult-like following among budget-conscious foodies, apparently thought slapping marketing materials near a legendary musician’s tribute was a stellar business strategy.

Community Claps Back

Local Mission District activists weren’t having it. Richard Segovia, a Santana family friend, didn’t mince words, calling the ad placement “disrespectful” and emphasizing that this wasn’t just about a billboard, but about family legacy. The restaurant’s representative, Hassan Manea, tried to smooth things over by claiming they had “no bad intentions” and were just trying to survive in tough business conditions.

Quick Cover-Up

After swift community backlash and media coverage, the chicken joint hastily removed their ads from the windows adjacent to the iconic mural. The incident highlights the delicate balance between small business survival and respecting neighborhood cultural landmarks.

While Krispy Krunchy Chicken might serve up crispy delights, they learned a spicy lesson about the Mission District’s fierce protection of its artistic and cultural heritage. Sometimes, not all publicity is good publicity – especially when you’re messing with San Francisco’s sacred cultural spaces.