Revered Outer Richmond diner to close after 30 years
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Key Points:
- Eat Americana, a cherished Outer Richmond diner known for its eclectic all-day breakfast menu, is closing after 30 years, with its last day of business on April 12.
- The closure is attributed to owner Tony Lai’s likely retirement and health considerations, according to the Balboa Village Merchants Association.
- Originally opened in 1996 as Americana Grill, the restaurant shifted to its current diner-style menu in 2016 under chef James Moisey, becoming a neighborhood favorite.
- The restaurant has been a community institution where families grew up together, with many locals expressing deep emotional ties and a sense of loss over its closure.
- The diner’s beer and wine license is being transferred to Rich & Smooth LLC, which plans to open a new establishment called the Cat’s Whiskers at the same location.
