Fresno area - Closures and Changes

[PolarBear]

This is a rather sad thread to start, but given the current economic situation I fear it is necessary. My greatest wish is that it be short lived.

In order to help fellow hounds in their searches and avoid wasting time on tracking down dead ends, I'm starting a list of what venues either no longer exist or have morphed into other entities.

I propose that those wishing to add to the information, copy the previous response, start their posts with the line "Updated mo/day/year" at the top, paste the prior posts info into the message, then insert their new info into the alphabetical order.

I'll start with a short list I have, some old news, some recent, then follow with an update a fellow hound posted today regarding pastrami. Again, may this thread die an early death.

[Edit to Add: Just realized, in order for this to work, DO NOT reply to this (original post) but rather to the latest of the Reply>Reply> etc chain]

November 10, 2008

Fahrenheit 5104 - closed, now Krua Thai

Kim's Vietnamese - closed

La Paella - closed

Lantana - closed

Rhema - closed

Rumba - closed

Strings - closed

[FresnoFacts]

Joan Obra is reporting that Roots Organic Bistro closed Christmas Eve.

http://www.fresnobee.com/columnists/j...

[fresnohotspot]

Chowhounds of Fresno - you have been recognized. Here is a nice article from Joan Obra on the changing restaurant scene.

http://www.fresnobee.com/columnists/j...

[fresnohotspot]

Obra wrote today that Belana and Slates are continuing their operations under bankruptcy protection. Here is a link to the article which describes their difficulties during the economic slowdown over the last two years.

http://www.fresnobee.com/columnists/j...

Two of my family members in the local industry have told me their restaurants are "battered and getting up off their knees, still scratching and clawing." I didn't know whether to smile or cry.

[KenWritez]

I hope the downturn will force restaurants to look at their customer service and make improvements where that service is lacking. These days, I don't think it's enough for a server to had you a menu, take your order, drop the food off, and occasionally refill your glasses.

My wife and DIL enjoy Macaroni Grill, so we splurged and ate there twice recently. Both times the server's friendliness and professionalism added positively to the experience. Both times the servers seemed glad to talk with us when we asked them how they were, their majors in college, their favorite dishes, etc.

People want to feel cared for, and training staff to attend to that want costs little and encourages repeat customers. This is one reason I enjoy Trelio so much--great service that goes way beyond "How's your food?"

[Gail]

>>>training staff to attend to that want costs little and encourages repeat customers.<<<

A very important aspect which is often lacking, Ken. The Ripe Tomato is the epitome of good food and the service you refer to. We have always enjoyed the Limelight (both locations). A family member was often the server and now they have chosen others well. The food I feel is too expensive and I see no adjustments for the times. Perhaps the established clientele doesn't care. Frankly, it just makes me mad to pay $1.50 for bleu cheese on my salad when I'm paying $17. for lunch...but I digress...sorry.

[KenWritez]

I've only been to the Limelight once, the venue in the Tower District (on Olive?) near Roger Rocka's, and I won't return there. The service was perfunctory, the food taste and quality below average, the ambiance wasn't much better than eating in a locker room (we were in the large rear party room) and the price ridiculously high for the quality and amount of food received. On a scale of 1-10, I'd give it a 2.

These guys are on par with Richard's, that neon-lit palace of mediocrity now deservedly out of business.

[PolarBear]

Ken, are you thinking of Livingston's, on Pine across from the post office and around the corner from Rocka's?

Year's ago the Lime Lite was near Clinton and Hwy 99, but has been at the NE corner of Shaw and Palm (x from Fig Garden) for quite some time. Their service is pretty top notch, at least for our area, and they are pricey but do some things well.

[KenWritez]

My name is KenWritez and I dance the dance of crappy memory.

Arrrgh! Yes, it's Livingston's, not Limelight. You are correct, sir.

I apologize to all, especially the Limelight people.

[Gail]

Yeah Ken, you were thinking of Livingstone's in the Tower. I dance that dance too...

[alanstotle]

I would say that I dance that dance, too, only now I can't remember which dance we're talking about.

[FAT Traveler]

I'm glad to see this corrected. You may be thinking of Livingstons or maybe the Landmark, but not the Limelight. The Limelight is a really well run family business on Shaw near Palm--the owner is always there. Their food may be a throwback to the 80's, but it's properly prepared , well served, and fairly priced. Their Prime Rib is as good as any in Fresno.

[PolarBear]

Two close friends that have frequented the Ripe Tomato on a very regular basis over the past several decades reported having a bad experience just a week or so ago, to the point of possibly never returning. They didn't know if Rudy was in the kitchen or not and I didn't have time to get any additional details, will try to follow up ASAP.

[Gail]

Please follow up, PB. I'd be most interested in the specifics. We, too, have been going there since dirt. My dh has had business (group) dinners there and we have gone as a couple sooo many times without a glitch in food or service. I sure hope it was a one-time thing as I'd hate to see it go downhill.

[gmk1322]

I completely agree with you Ken. It seems like most Fresno restaurant servers lack in basic and respectful service. It seems like my family and I get treated worse than usual when we go out with my disabled sister (she has cerebral palsy). It can't count the number of times we were stuck in "the corner booth" across the way in a half empty restaurant.
I think this is why going to the Cheesecake Factory is one of my guilty pleasures. Every time we've been there we have received nothing but great, attentive, and courteous service along with solid, decent food.

[fresnohotspot]

Joan Obra wrote today that Masala Indian Cuisine is closing and the space will be taken up by a new restaurant , Roots. Masala was convenient because they had a lunch buffet that allowed for quick meals. Unfortunately, their quality was hit and miss depending on what chef was working. Here is a link to the article - it also includes an interesting write up on a new seafood provider to the local farmer's markets.

http://www.fresnobee.com/columnists/j...

[fresnohotspot]

Flamencos Tapas of Spain just closed. The Ortega family noted their business had fallen off 70 percent in the last few months.

[mrsmegawatt]

It's a shame. I work for an accountant and we can definitely see the economic downturn for our business clients. People losing 30 40 50% of their portfolio's. It's frightening. Dining out seems to be an easy thing to eliminate. I'd have to say that we are more careful about eating out these days. I was sad to see Fugazzi's go. They had a salad there with assorted greens over a bed of pasta that was really nice. I wondered whether their business had fallen off because of the newer restaurants opening up in the expansion. Very sad.

[Gail]

mrsmegawatt, do you know if Cracked Pepper has finished its expansion? I thought they might try to have it ready-to-go for the holidays.

[mrsmegawatt]

Hi Gail. I don't know if it's finished or not. I don't think they've been working on it that long...maybe a month or so? I'll have a look next time I drive by. I'm happy to see that awful store that was next to it...gone!

[Gail]

Me too!! Also, I think it will impove their seating situation, especially for duos. Please report back if you see/hear anything.

[fresnohotspot]

I just saw Channel 30 News announce the closure of Flamenco's Tapas of Spain (near Woodward Park).

[FresnoFacts]

Both the Fresno and Clovis locations of Fugazzis closed.

I'm hearing rumors about a few other places from real estate people but will wait to see if they come true. Some landlords are renegotiating leases right now.

[PolarBear]

November 11, 2008

FRESNO:

Fahrenheit 5104 - closed, now Krua Thai

Kim's Vietnamese - closed

La Paella - closed

Lantana - closed

Lenny's Bistro - closed

Rhema - closed

Rumba - closed

Strings - closed

CLOVIS:

NY Family Deli - closed

[Gail]

PB, do you think Kim's is closed forever or considering a relocation? That strip mall is a horrible location.

[PolarBear]

The report I got was that they just left one night and never returned. It was a couple of weeks before the property owners could gain access and apparently the smell of rotten food was overwhelming. According to some leasing sources the stretch from Kim's for 5 miles or so west on Shaw Ave. is vacancy city.

[Gail]

Wow. Sounds like an emotional decision rather than a business one. This is sad. We were weekly customers when they were on Maroa. The Shaw location was just too inconvenient.

[alanstotle]

Does anyone know whether the Palms (near Palm & Nees) is still open? We drive by there periodically & never see a car in the parking lot.

[Gail]

Yes, they are open. I've been sent emails about planned wine dinners and husband's company is having their Christmas party there. Now that I'm typing this, it might be possible they are only open for group dinners???

[PolarBear]

November 13, 2008

FRESNO:

Fahrenheit 5104 - closed, now Krua Thai

Fugazzi's - closed

Kim's Vietnamese - closed

La Paella - closed

Lantana - closed

Lenny's Bistro - closed

Rhema - closed

Rumba - closed

Strings - closed

Sumo's Japanese Grill - closed

Tau Asian Bistro - closed ( formerly Tien Ju )

CLOVIS:

Fugazzi's - closed

NY Family Deli - closed

[PolarBear]

November 14, 2008

FRESNO:

Fahrenheit 5104 - closed, now Krua Thai

Fugazzi's - closed

Kim's Vietnamese - closed

La Paella - closed

Lantana - closed

Lenny's Bistro - closed

Rhema - closed

Rumba - closed

Strings - closed

Sumo's Japanese Grill - closed

Tau Asian Bistro - closed ( formerly Tien Ju )

Toom Thai now Gem Of Thailand
66 E. Herndon Av. (NE at Blackstone)

CLOVIS:

Fugazzi's - closed

NY Family Deli - closed

[PolarBear]

November 21, 2008

FRESNO:

Fahrenheit 5104 - closed, now Krua Thai

Flamencos Tapas of Spain - closed

Fugazzi's - closed

Kim's Vietnamese - closed

La Paella - closed

Lantana - closed

Lenny's Bistro - closed

Rhema - closed

Rumba - closed

Strings - closed

Sumo's Japanese Grill - closed

Tau Asian Bistro - closed ( formerly Tien Ju )

Toom Thai now Gem Of Thailand
66 E. Herndon Av. (NE at Blackstone)

CLOVIS:

Fugazzi's - closed

NY Family Deli - closed

[PolarBear]

November 28, 2008

Updates via Joan Obra for Flamenco's, Karsh's Grill, and Hi-Life (Kingsburg)

FRESNO:

Fahrenheit 5104 - closed, now Krua Thai

Flamencos Tapas of Spain - closed, now catering only

Fugazzi's - closed

Karsh's Grill - catering only

Kim's Vietnamese - closed

La Paella - closed

Lantana - closed

Lenny's Bistro - closed

Rhema - closed

Rumba - closed

Strings - closed

Sumo's Japanese Grill - closed

Tau Asian Bistro - closed ( formerly Tien Ju )

Toom Thai now Gem Of Thailand
66 E. Herndon Av. (NE at Blackstone)

CLOVIS:

Fugazzi's - closed

NY Family Deli - closed

KINGSBURG:

Hi-Life - catering only

[fresnohotspot]

here is a link to Obra's article regarding Flamenco's and Karsh's Grill.

http://www.fresnobee.com/columnists/j...

[mfchiro]

FRESNO:

Fahrenheit 5104 - closed, now Krua Thai

Flamencos Tapas of Spain - closed, now catering only

Folia Bros. Deli

Fugazzi's - closed

Karsh's Grill - catering only

Kim's Vietnamese - closed

La Paella - closed

Lantana - closed

Lenny's Bistro - closed

Rhema - closed

Rumba - closed

Strings - closed

Sumo's Japanese Grill - closed

Tau Asian Bistro - closed ( formerly Tien Ju )

Toom Thai now Gem Of Thailand
66 E. Herndon Av. (NE at Blackstone)

CLOVIS:

Fugazzi's - closed

NY Family Deli - closed

KINGSBURG:

Hi-Life - catering only

Folia Bros Deli had a 4-1/2 year run, lease was incredibly high (7k), could not lock into that for another 5 yr lease. Dealing with the city was insane/water, signage, etc. had a great following, but pockets just werent deep enough to keep it going, hated to see it go

[PolarBear]

Dec. 3, 2008 - updated via Joan Obra on Masala

FRESNO:

Fahrenheit 5104 - closed, now Krua Thai

Flamencos Tapas of Spain - closed, now catering only

Fugazzi's - closed

Karsh's Grill - catering only

Kim's Vietnamese - closed

La Paella - closed

Lantana - closed

Lenny's Bistro - closed

Masala Indian Cuisine - closed, now Roots

Rhema - closed

Rumba - closed

Strings - closed

Sumo's Japanese Grill - closed

Tau Asian Bistro - closed ( formerly Tien Ju )

Toom Thai now Gem Of Thailand
66 E. Herndon Av. (NE at Blackstone)

CLOVIS:

Fugazzi's - closed

NY Family Deli - closed

KINGSBURG:

Hi-Life - catering only

[PolarBear]

December 7, 2008

Updates via Joan Obra for Karsh's Grill, and report from friends on Georges transformation to Elements (tapas).

FRESNO:

Fahrenheit 5104 - closed, now Krua Thai

Flamencos Tapas of Spain - closed, now catering only

Fugazzi's - closed

George's (Marks & Bullard) - closed, reopened as Elements (tapas)

Karsh's Grill - catering only - reopened Wed-Sat eves

Kim's Vietnamese - closed

La Paella - closed

Lantana - closed

Lenny's Bistro - closed

Rhema - closed

Rumba - closed

Strings - closed

Sumo's Japanese Grill - closed

Tau Asian Bistro - closed ( formerly Tien Ju )

Toom Thai now Gem Of Thailand
66 E. Herndon Av. (NE at Blackstone)

CLOVIS:

Fugazzi's - closed

NY Family Deli - closed

KINGSBURG:

Hi-Life - catering only

[PolarBear]

December 19, 2008

Updates via Joan Obra's article in today's "7" section.

FRESNO:

Casa Mariana II - closed (Herndon & Cedar)

Fahrenheit 5104 - closed, now Krua Thai

Flamencos Tapas of Spain - closed, now catering only

Fugazzi's - closed

George's (Marks & Bullard) - closed, reopened as Elements (tapas)

Karsh's Grill - catering only - reopened Wed-Sat eves

Kim's Vietnamese - closed

La Paella - closed

Lantana - closed

Lenny's Bistro - closed

Marsol - events only (Maroa S of Shields)

Rhema - closed

Rumba - closed

Strings - closed

Sumo's Japanese Grill - closed

Tau Asian Bistro - closed ( formerly Tien Ju )

Toom Thai now Gem Of Thailand
66 E. Herndon Av. (NE at Blackstone)

CLOVIS:

Fugazzi's - closed

Jimmie's Bakery & Cafe - closed

NY Family Deli - closed

KINGSBURG:

Hi-Life - catering only

[PolarBear]

December 23, 2008

Updates via post to MindHub and personal observations, Cafe Corazon, Le Roi, Mama Lo's, Olive Press, and Savannah's

FRESNO:

Cafe Corazon - closed (Fulton Mall)

Casa Mariana II - closed (Herndon & Cedar)

Fahrenheit 5104 - closed, now Krua Thai (Thai Kitchen)

Flamencos Tapas of Spain - closed, now catering only

Folia Bros. Deli

Fugazzi's - closed

George's (Marks & Bullard) - closed, reopened as Elements (tapas)

Karsh's Grill - catering only - reopened Wed-Sat eves

Kim's Vietnamese - closed

La Paella - closed

Lantana - closed

Le Roi Bakery - closed (Champlain & Perrin)

Lenny's Bistro - closed

Mama Lo's - closed, now Myles' Family Kitchen

Marsol - events only (Maroa S of Shields)

Olive Press - closed (Kern St.)

Rhema - closed

Rumba - closed

Savannah's - closed (Kern & L Sts.)

Strings - closed

Sumo's Japanese Grill - closed

Tau Asian Bistro - closed ( formerly Tien Ju )

Toom Thai now Gem Of Thailand
66 E. Herndon Av. (NE at Blackstone)

CLOVIS:

Fugazzi's - closed

Jimmie's Bakery & Cafe - closed

NY Family Deli - closed

KINGSBURG:

Hi-Life - catering only

[glazebrookgirl]

An update to note that Le Roi Bakery has an outpost downtown at Tulare and "N" Street that is still open. Additionally, they have a little stand in the Fashion Fair Mall towards the Macy's side. Although I wish them well, I have not been overly impressed with anything I have had there.

[PolarBear]

January 27, 2009

Updated to include Roots, and reinsert a couple that had dropped out.

FRESNO:

Cafe Corazon - closed (Fulton Mall)

Casa Mariana II - closed (Herndon & Cedar)

Fahrenheit 5104 - closed, now Krua Thai (Thai Kitchen)

Flamencos Tapas of Spain - closed, now catering only

Folia Bros. Deli

Fugazzi's - closed

George's (Marks & Bullard) - closed, reopened as Elements (tapas)

Karsh's Grill - catering only - reopened Wed-Sat eves

Kim's Vietnamese - closed

La Paella - closed

Lantana - closed

Le Roi Bakery - closed (Champlain & Perrin)

Lenny's Bistro - closed

Mama Lo's - closed, now Myles' Family Kitchen

Marsol - events only (Maroa S of Shields)

Masala Indian Cuisine - closed, >>> Roots - closed

Olive Press - closed (Kern St.)

Rhema - closed

Roots - closed

Rumba - closed

Savannah's - closed (Kern & L Sts.)

Strings - closed

Sumo's Japanese Grill - closed

Tau Asian Bistro - closed ( formerly Tien Ju )

Toom Thai now Gem Of Thailand
66 E. Herndon Av. (NE at Blackstone)

CLOVIS:

Fugazzi's - closed

Jimmie's Bakery & Cafe - closed

NY Family Deli - closed

KINGSBURG:

Hi-Life - catering only

[PolarBear]

January 30, 2009

Updated to include Joan Obra's column in today's "7" about the Hi-Life in Kingsburg reopening.

FRESNO:

Cafe Corazon - closed (Fulton Mall)

Casa Mariana II - closed (Herndon & Cedar)

Fahrenheit 5104 - closed, now Krua Thai (Thai Kitchen)

Flamencos Tapas of Spain - closed, now catering only

Folia Bros. Deli

Fugazzi's - closed

George's (Marks & Bullard) - closed, reopened as Elements (tapas)

Karsh's Grill - catering only - reopened Wed-Sat eves

Kim's Vietnamese - closed

La Paella - closed

Lantana - closed

Le Roi Bakery - closed (Champlain & Perrin)

Lenny's Bistro - closed

Mama Lo's - closed, now Myles' Family Kitchen

Marsol - events only (Maroa S of Shields)

Masala Indian Cuisine - closed, >>> Roots - closed

Olive Press - closed (Kern St.)

Rhema - closed

Roots - closed

Rumba - closed

Savannah's - closed (Kern & L Sts.)

Strings - closed

Sumo's Japanese Grill - closed

Tau Asian Bistro - closed ( formerly Tien Ju )

Toom Thai now Gem Of Thailand
66 E. Herndon Av. (NE at Blackstone)

CLOVIS:

Fugazzi's - closed

Jimmie's Bakery & Cafe - closed

NY Family Deli - closed

KINGSBURG:

Hi-Life - catering only >>> Dinner Thurs-Sat

[Lunch Critics]

Pangea closed its doors on 2/6/09.

[tavmark]

Le Roi location downtown (on Tulare) is also closed.

[PolarBear]

February 19, 2009

Updated to include Lunch Critics post re closing of Pangea (beating the Fresno Fish wrap by several days) and tavmark's observation of the lights out at Le Roi (downtown Tulare St. location). Also your humble scribes heartwrenching discovery today that El Toro Cafe's doors were closed, thankfully notes on them indicate they are in the process of moving just a block north of Shields Ave on the east side into the former brick building of DiCicco's, 3430 N. Cedar (note while looking for addresses you'll see everything on the corner as being in the 4100 - 4200, which refers to E. Shields. No idea when the new opening will occur.

FRESNO:

Cafe Corazon - closed (Fulton Mall)

Casa Mariana II - closed (Herndon & Cedar)

El Toro Cafe - relocating 1 block north of Shields on Cedar (E side) to former DiCiccos location (red brick bldg)

Fahrenheit 5104 - closed, now Krua Thai (Thai Kitchen)

Flamencos Tapas of Spain - closed, now catering only

Folia Bros. Deli

Fugazzi's - closed

George's (Marks & Bullard) - closed, reopened as Elements (tapas)

Karsh's Grill - catering only - reopened Wed-Sat eves

Kim's Vietnamese - closed

La Paella - closed

Lantana - closed

Le Roi Bakery - closed (Champlain & Perrin)

Le Roi Bakery - closed (Tualre St. downtown)

Lenny's Bistro - closed

Mama Lo's - closed, now Myles' Family Kitchen

Marsol - events only (Maroa S of Shields)

Masala Indian Cuisine - closed, >>> Roots - closed

Olive Press - closed (Kern St.)

Pangea - closed Figarden Village

Rhema - closed

Roots - closed

Rumba - closed

Savannah's - closed (Kern & L Sts.)

Strings - closed

Sumo's Japanese Grill - closed

Tau Asian Bistro - closed ( formerly Tien Ju )

Toom Thai now Gem Of Thailand
66 E. Herndon Av. (NE at Blackstone)

CLOVIS:

Fugazzi's - closed

Jimmie's Bakery & Cafe - closed

NY Family Deli - closed

KINGSBURG:

Hi-Life - catering only >>> Dinner Thurs-Sat

[Jeff Avis]

Gawd PB, You gave me a jolt there for a second till I read on! I wonder how they'll incorporate their bar in the new location. I didn't even realize that DiCicco's was gone. How long have they been out of business?

[fresnohotspot]

For those who don't get PB's favorite newspaper, here is a link to today's edition with a good article about Fresno restaurants trying to stay afloat. Nice and balanced take by Joan Obra.

http://www.fresnobee.com/263/story/12...

[PolarBear]

I would never consider going to Ruth's Chris, but after reading the incident that Joan related at the end of the article, I will definately make it a point to actually discourage anyone else from going there as well.

[FresnoFacts]

Actually when I was at Ruth's a few months ago the service was very good as was the steak. We had none of the problems mentioned, we were seated in 2 minutes, service was good, etc.

I've been taken to Ruth's elsewhere in the country by clients over the years, Dallas, Vegas, etc. (Clients and Ruth's, do they all share notes on where to take someone?) Had a good meal in Dallas, but the food was bad in Vegas, other cities I've been happy with it..

When I went a few months ago it was my wife's choice. She has never been in one and wanted to see what it was like.

Between Ruths and Flemings I'd still tell someone to go to Ruth's. Flemings is too noisy for my taste.

But we still prefer Chefs Table, Trelio, and other places around town.

[PolarBear]

February 22, 2009

Updated to include information on Palomino's and Richard's as reported by Joan Obra on the front page of today's papier l'pesce.

FRESNO:

Cafe Corazon - closed (Fulton Mall)

Casa Mariana II - closed (Herndon & Cedar)

El Toro Cafe - relocating 1 block north of Shields on Cedar (E side) to former DiCiccos location (red brick bldg)

Fahrenheit 5104 - closed, now Krua Thai (Thai Kitchen)

Flamencos Tapas of Spain - closed, now catering only

Folia Bros. Deli

Fugazzi's - closed

George's (Marks & Bullard) - closed, reopened as Elements (tapas)

Karsh's Grill - catering only - reopened Wed-Sat eves

Kim's Vietnamese - closed

La Paella - closed

Lantana - closed

Le Roi Bakery - closed (Champlain & Perrin)

Le Roi Bakery - closed (Tualre St. downtown)

Lenny's Bistro - closed

Mama Lo's - closed, now Myles' Family Kitchen

Marsol - events only (Maroa S of Shields)

Masala Indian Cuisine - closed, >>> Roots - closed

Olive Press - closed (Kern St.)

Palomino's - cuisine change Italian >>> Mexican (some fusion & variations)

Pangea - closed Figarden Village

Rhema - closed

Richard's - closed

Roots - closed

Rumba - closed

Savannah's - closed (Kern & L Sts.)

Strings - closed

Sumo's Japanese Grill - closed

Tau Asian Bistro - closed ( formerly Tien Ju )

Toom Thai now Gem Of Thailand
66 E. Herndon Av. (NE at Blackstone)

Upstairs/Downtown (closed @ 2 years ago)

CLOVIS:

Fugazzi's - closed

Jimmie's Bakery & Cafe - closed

NY Family Deli - closed

KINGSBURG:

Hi-Life - catering only >>> Dinner Thurs-Sat

[PolarBear]

February 27, 2009

Updated to include information on Ensenada Grill, Laurita's, and Tico's Place.

FRESNO:

Cafe Corazon - closed (Fulton Mall)

Casa Mariana II - closed (Herndon & Cedar)

El Toro Cafe - relocated 1 block north of Shields on Cedar (E side) to former DiCiccos location (red brick bldg)

Ensenada Grill - closed (SW Bullard & Marks)

Fahrenheit 5104 - closed, now Krua Thai (Thai Kitchen)

Flamencos Tapas of Spain - closed, now catering only

Folia Bros. Deli

Fugazzi's - closed

George's (Marks & Bullard) - closed, reopened as Elements (tapas)

Karsh's Grill - catering only - reopened Wed-Sat eves

Kim's Vietnamese - closed

La Paella - closed

Lantana - closed

Laurita's Pupusas - closed now >>> Zamora Taqueria (pupusas & hamburgers) no association with Zamora's on N. Fresno St.

Le Roi Bakery - closed (Champlain & Perrin)

Le Roi Bakery - closed (Tualre St. downtown)

Lenny's Bistro - closed

Mama Lo's - closed, now Myles' Family Kitchen

Marsol - events only (Maroa S of Shields)

Masala Indian Cuisine - closed, >>> Roots - closed

Olive Press - closed (Kern St.)

Palomino's - cuisine change Italian >>> Mexican (some fusion & variations)

Pangea - closed Figarden Village

Rhema - closed

Richard's - closed

Roots - closed

Rumba - closed

Savannah's - closed (Kern & L Sts.)

Strings - closed

Sumo's Japanese Grill - closed

Tau Asian Bistro - closed ( formerly Tien Ju )

Tico's Place (Colombian) - closed

Toom Thai now Gem Of Thailand
66 E. Herndon Av. (NE at Blackstone)

Upstairs/Downtown (closed @ 2 years ago)

CLOVIS:

Fugazzi's - closed

Jimmie's Bakery & Cafe - closed

NY Family Deli - closed

KINGSBURG:

Hi-Life - catering only >>> Dinner Thurs-Sat

[Jeff Avis]

El Toro Cafe opened in their new location Feb. 23. Stoped by briefly today to see when they would reopen . Linda (longtime waitress at El Toro) told me they had opened yesterday at 2pm. The place looks very nice. They must have been working on this transition since shortly after DiCicco's moved out in August.. I'm impressed!

[PolarBear]

Great news, Jeff. Thanks for sniffing that out.