"In a bit of unfortunate news, Los Angeles will soon be losing another iconic dining institution. Having served everyone from President Benjamin Harrison to Charlie Chaplin, the Original Saugus Cafe first opened in 1886 and has been going strong up until a recent announcement. Per a post on the establishment's Facebook, after nearly 140 years of existence, the community staple will officially close on Sunday, January 4, 2026, marking the end of an era."
"The Santa Clarita diner got its start as a small eatery in the railroad depot across the street from where it is currently located. Over the years, the restaurant rose to prominence as a hotspot for Hollywood elites, including Mary Pickford, Douglas Fairbanks, and Frank Sinatra, among others. With a menu boasting classic diner fare, beautiful breakfast plates, and delicious desserts, it's a shame to be losing out on great food but even more so to say goodbye to a more than century-old restaurant."
The Original Saugus Cafe opened in 1886 as a small eatery in the railroad depot and grew into a Santa Clarita community staple. The diner served figures from President Benjamin Harrison to Charlie Chaplin and became popular with Hollywood elites such as Mary Pickford, Douglas Fairbanks, and Frank Sinatra. The menu featured classic diner fare, breakfast plates, and desserts, and the location earned numerous film and television credits including CSI, Justified, and Murder, She Wrote. A Facebook announcement set the official closing date for Sunday, January 4, 2026, with no reason or future plans disclosed. The cafe’s future remains uncertain.
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