16 hours Ago By Ben Levine
Los Angeles' Papa Cristo's Greek Grill & Market, a famed Greek restaurant, prepares to close after 77 years of service. In a heartfelt statement on the restaurant's Facebook page, owner Chrys Chrys expressed his gratitude and reflected on the legacy left by his parents, Sam and Annie Chrys. "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)," Chrys wrote on Thursday.
Chrys, who has been steadfast in maintaining the family business and the community space it provided, particularly for members of the nearby Greek Orthodox Church, continued to emphasize the familial ties that have bound the establishment to its patrons. "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," the statement said.
Papa Cristo’s made its mark not only through its food but also by fostering a sense of community, creating a place where memories and traditions could blend seamlessly with dining experiences.The iconic taverna-style restaurant, renowned for its Greek-style meals and desserts, is not ending its story here. While specific details on the plans remain tightly under wraps, Chrys hinted at more to come.
"The story of Papa Cristo’s doesn’t end here—exciting things are coming," he teased in the post. This announcement, first reported by KTLA, has left many fans of the restaurant eager to learn what these 'exciting things' might be.With its final day slated to be May 4, 2025, the restaurant's story reached far beyond its physical location.
Its social media presence, especially after Chrys and his daughter, Annie, began to actively engage with a wider audience online, helped to continue to draw in a new wave of customers and ensure the legacy of Papa Cristo’s would live on. "Papa Cristo’s will always be a part of yours," Chrys affirmed..
