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LA Legend Cole's French Dip to Reopen in November Under New Ownership
Cole's French Dip, the century-old downtown Los Angeles institution that closed in March, is being revived by restaurateurs Jeremy Fall and Sean Maloney, targeting a mid-to-late November reopening. Mickey Cohen's booth and the Bukowski plaque stay; the menu gets a full upgrade.
Why it matters
Cole's claims to be the birthplace of the French dip sandwich and has hosted poets, actors and gangsters since 1908 -- living history in downtown LA. Its closure in March at age 118 drew citywide mourning; a revival on the original site is good news for regulars and for downtown's recovery alike.
Full report
The Los Angeles Times reported on October 20 that hospitality entrepreneur Jeremy Fall and Sean Maloney, former chief hospitality officer of Mozza Restaurant Group, are teaming up to take over Cole's, targeting a mid-to-late November reopening. The pair hold a temporary liquor license and are awaiting final approval to close the deal, having worked on the revival since August with a vow to preserve the institution's soul.
Historic fixtures stay put: gangster Mickey Cohen's favorite booth remains, as does the restroom plaque declaring "Charles Bukowski pissed here." Changes include more seating, white tablecloths and a piano, with the pool tables removed.
New head chef Daniel Nguyen (Osteria Mozza, Lolo Wine Bar) leads the kitchen: the signature French dip gets an upgrade with dry-brined prime rib and 24-hour au jus, alongside pastrami and vegan French dips, plus fresh ravioli, prime rib frites and salmon with trout roe.
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