Elite Cafe closing after 38-years

Saturday, April 6, 2019
Rising costs and lack of late night business force Elite Cafe to close
Rising costs and lack of late night business force Elite Cafe to close
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SAN FRANCISCO -- A storied San Francisco restaurant is closing down after 38 years in business.

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Elite Café has been a fixture on Fillmore Street serving New Orleans inspired food since 1981.

It's become the victim of rising costs. It also failed to attract a late night crowd which would have boosted liquor sales.

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There has been some interest from potential buyers but the owner told the San Francisco Chronicle he hasn't reached a deal yet.

The Elite Cafe is set to serve its last customer on Sunday, April 21.