Guido’s in LA’s Westside is closing
SUGGESTED: Iconic Burbank restaurant in danger of closing
SUGGESTED" According to the owner of Chili John’s, Steve Hager, they’ll have to close or sell the restaurant in a month or two if business doesn’t increase.
LOS ANGELES - It’s the end of an era for yet another iconic restaurant in Los Angeles.
Another LA staple to close
What we know:
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After 46 years, Guido’s is closing its doors, FOX 11 confirmed with the restaurant’s management.
Restaurant manager Fidencio Gonzalez explained their lease was not renewed and that the building owners plan to build apartments in its place.
Guido’s, located near the intersection of Santa Monica Boulevard and Bundy Drive, is located about two and a half miles from where a controversial housing facility for the homeless was built after being approved by the LA City Council in 2023.
In addition to its menu, the Italian restaurant was known for its red booths, neon signage and architecture.
Other longtime restaurants who faced similar fates this year are Papa Cristo’s in LA's Pico-Union area and the Original Pantry Café in downtown LA.
SUGGESTED COVERAGE:
- Papa Cristo's, iconic LA Greek restaurant, permanently closing after 77 years in business
- Original Pantry Cafe officially closes after 100+ years in downtown LA
- Iconic Burbank restaurant Chili John's in danger of closing after 79 years
- Popular Santa Monica restaurant Cassia announces closing date
Guido's will close next month
What's next:
Guido’s will serve its last dish on Sunday, May 11.
Gonzalez said the restaurant will not relocate.