US EditionOriginal Saugus Cafe Set to Close Sunday After Nearly 140 Years in Business
Established in 1886, the cafe served presidents and Hollywood stars and announced closure with thanks to patrons after nearly 140 years.
- This past week, the Original Saugus Cafe announced on its Facebook page it will close on Sunday, Jan. 4, at 25861 Railroad Ave. in Santa Clarita.
- Established in 1886, the cafe was founded by James Herbert Tolfree during construction of the Saugus train station and originally named the Saugus Eating House.
- Keeping its original diner interior, the cafe retains bar seating and green booths, serving hearty breakfast and steak dishes, the Facebook post stated on Dec. 29.
- Staff and regulars face immediate uncertainty as owners gave no reason for closure and the building at 25861 Railroad Ave.'s future use remains unknown.
- Earlier this year, Los Angeles saw several landmark restaurants announce closures, including Cole's French Dip, which said it would close on Aug. 3 after 117 years, and The Pantry closed in early 2025.
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Original Saugus Cafe set to close Sunday after nearly 140 years in business
After almost 140 years of serving comfort food to locals, politicians and celebrities, Los Angeles County’s oldest restaurant is closing its doors this weekend. The Original Saugus Cafe, which was established in 1886, announced on its Facebook page that it will be closing its doors on Sunday, Jan. 4. “This decision was not made lightly, and it comes with heartfelt appreciation for everyone who walked through our doors, supported our staff, and m…
The Original Saugus Cafe in Santa Clarita to close after nearly 140 years in service
After serving hungry customers in Santa Clarita for almost 140 years, The Original Saugus Café, one of the oldest restaurants in Los Angeles County, is shutting down. The diner was bustling on Tuesday with customers determined to enjoy one more meal at the community staple before it closes its doors for good. The eatery announced its closure on Monday in a Facebook post thanking Santa Clarita for its 100+ years of support. “For 139 years, Saugus…
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