LA County's longest-running restaurant to close its doors after nearly 140 years
ABC7 Los Angeles••business
Key Points:
- Saugus Cafe, the longest-running restaurant in Los Angeles County with nearly 140 years of history, will close permanently on January 4, 2026.
- The closure is due to the landowner's decision not to renew the restaurant's lease, as confirmed by a longtime customer.
- The cafe has been a beloved community staple in Santa Clarita, frequented by notable figures like John Wayne and Frank Sinatra, and its closing has saddened many residents.
- The owners expressed deep gratitude to their customers and staff, emphasizing the cafe's role as a place for memories and community over generations.
- Future plans for the building remain unknown, and the decision to close was described as difficult and made with heartfelt appreciation for the
