Legendary Fairfax Chinese restaurant and music venue to close and move locations
Briefly

Genghis Cohen, a cherished Chinese American eatery and music venue in Los Angeles, is closing its doors on May 31 due to lease negotiations failing amidst redevelopment plans. Co-owner Marc Rose emphasizes a commitment to preserving the restaurant's legacy, as he and business partner Med Abrous plan a temporary relocation while seeking a permanent new home. Despite challenges including a commercial eviction notice and competing redevelopment pressures, the restaurateurs aim to keep the spirit of Genghis Cohen alive, acknowledging its cultural significance in the city.
The future of Genghis as a whole is going to remain bright, because we're going to make sure it does," said co-owner Marc Rose. "Our sleeves are getting rolled up."
Rose and his business partner, Med Abrous, are planning a temporary relocation of the restaurant as they search for a more permanent home; the restaurateurs see the survival of Genghis Cohen as stewarding a bit of the city's restaurant history.
Read at Los Angeles Times
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