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Yahoo
26-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Owner of Papa Cristo's, beloved LA restaurant, opens about decision to close after 77 years
The Brief Beloved Greek restaurant, Papa Cristo, is saying goodbye after 77 years. The restaurant is located in LA's Pico-Union neighborhood. The owner said his decision comes after a "rent dispute." LOS ANGELES - Longstanding Greek restaurant Papa Cristo's, which has been serving the Los Angeles community and beyond for the past 77 years, is permanently closing its doors in May. PREVIOUS COVERAGE: Papa Cristo's, iconic LA Greek restaurant, permanently closing after 77 years in business What we know The owner of Papa Cristo's, Chrys Chrys, opened up about the upcoming closure, saying it is because of a "rent dispute." However, he said they will still continue operations through his two daughters with deliveries. Chrys Chrys said the restaurant is about more than the delicious cuisine; it's also about the family atmosphere. The restaurant was founded by Chrys Chrys' father, Sam Chrys, along with his wife, Annie. It opened at the intersection of Pico Boulevard and Normandie Avenue in the historic Byzantine-Latino quarter in October 1948. In announcing the news, Chrys Chrys expressed thanks to the longtime customers of the beloved Greek eatery over the years."I have been blessed to carry on my father's legacy as C&K Importing and Papa Cristo's grew into a place where flavors, friendships, families and memories came together under one roof." Papa Cristo's becomes one of the latest restaurants to close its doors in LA. SUGGESTED COVERAGE: Guido's in LA's Westside is closing Original Pantry Cafe: Employees, union workers continue fighting to preserve iconic LA diner Iconic Burbank restaurant Chili John's in danger of closing after 79 years The Source Information from interviews with the owner of Papa Cristo's.
Yahoo
07-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Papa Cristo's, iconic LA Greek restaurant, permanently closing after 77 years in business
LOS ANGELES - Longstanding Greek restaurant Papa Cristo's, which has been serving the Los Angeles community and beyond for the past 77 years, is permanently closing its doors. What we know Chrys Chrys, the son of Papa Cristo's founder Sam Chrys, shared the sad news in a Facebook post on April 3. The restaurant will close on May 4. The backstory The family-run business was founded by Sam Chrys, with his wife Annie by his side. The restaurant first opened its doors on the corner of Pico and Normandie in October 1948. SUGGESTED: Olive Garden loses its spot as top US casual dining restaurant after 7 years: report The Greek landmark serves traditional and authentic Greek homestyle dishes like "the ones your grandmother used to make." Popular dishes among Yelpers include the Papa Cristo's chili, lamb chops, and gyro sandwich. What they're saying In announcing the news, Chrys Chrys expressed thanks to the longtime customers of the beloved Greek eatery over the years. "I have been blessed to carry on my father's legacy as C&K Importing and Papa Cristo's grew into a place where flavors, friendships, families and memories came together under one roof." SUGGESTED: Hooters files for bankruptcy, plans sale of all company-owned restaurants "After 77 unforgettable years on the corner of Pico and Normandie, it's time for me to hang up my apron and for us to say goodbye (for now). On May 4, 2025, we will close this chapter with our hearts full of love and gratitude for the incredible community that has supported us for generations." "To all of our cherished customers and devoted staff, I say ευχαριστώ (thank you!). You are my family, and Papa Cristo's will always be a part of yours." What's next Further plans were not announced, but Chrys ended the message with an air of mystery. SUGGESTED: Original Pantry Cafe: Employees, union workers continue fighting to preserve iconic LA diner "P.S. The story of Papa Cristo's doesn't end here—exciting things are coming," he wrote. The Source Information for this story is from a Facebook post by Papa Cristo's on April 3, 2025.
