Fans win historic design designation for original
Pacific Dining Car
You did it, LA denizens! Your calls and emails got the historic designation application for the original Pacific Dining Car all the way to city Council. Tuesday, May 23rd they accepted the application to protect the original structure.
Now we begin the next phase of restoration goals towards the reopening of the whole restaurant as a historically run business.
1310 W. 6th St., Los Angeles, CA
Thank you.
We’re deeply grateful to all the Pacific Dining Car supporters – your emails and public comments have been passionate and eloquent, and it’s critical that your voices are now on the public record. Every time you show up, it helps.
This is exciting.
We are all part of this historic effort to preserve, restore, and reopen a Los Angeles, cultural treasure. Preservation starts with vision, and happens with conviction.
The fourth generation of the Idol family appreciates your support.
About us
Our history
1921 – that’s when it all started.Founded by Fred and Grace Cook back in 1921, the Pacific Dining Car has been in the business of quality steaks for over 100 years. We use only U.S.D.A. Prime American beef that is dry aged to ensure the very best flavor and divine texture.
Born in a railway train car parked on a rented lot in downtown Los Angeles and continues to be family run for four generations…
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