Willie Mae's, a beloved New Orleans restaurant famous for its fried chicken and gumbo, is closing its last Los Angeles location in Venice. The announcement cites significant challenges due to recent wildfires, including one that devastated the original New Orleans site in 2023. While the Venice location is winding down operations, the statement indicates that it is taking a "step back" to develop a sustainable model. Opened in 1957 and operated by Willie Mae Seaton's great-granddaughter, the restaurant had quickly gained popularity in LA, making its closure a notable loss for Southern cuisine enthusiasts.
Willie Mae's, an iconic New Orleans-based fried chicken and gumbo shop, is closing its last remaining Los Angeles location, citing significant challenges.
The closure of Willie Mae's Venice location is not the end; the restaurant is taking a "step back" to work on a more "sustainable model."
Founded in 1957 by Willie Mae Seaton, Willie Mae's is renowned for its gumbo and Southern fried chicken and has become a staple in both Louisiana and Los Angeles.
With its closure, the Westside of Los Angeles experiences a significant loss in Southern dining, leaving diners to seek alternatives in nearby areas.
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