America’s diners may stay open, but they’re permanently closing locations that fed generations.
Denny’s has closed its location in Oakland, California after 54 years due to the city’s high crime rate.
The restaurant is located at 601 Hegenberg Road. In a company memo shared with local stores, Denny’s said the decision was not taken lightly.
“However, the safety and well-being of Denny’s team members and valued guests is our top priority,” the company said. “Weighing those factors, the decision has been made to close this location.”
The company maintains a Bay Area location at 1776 Powell St. in Emeryville, California.
The closure comes after In-N-Out announced it would close its Oakland location in March due to rampant violent crime and theft.
Denny’s closed their Oakland location after citing crime concerns. @henrykleeKTVU / X
Oakland locals are calling for Mayor Sheng Thao to be recalled, as crime in the city has risen. AP
It marks the first time in the 75-year-old chain’s history that it has been forced to close one of its restaurants.
Local leaders and civil rights activists have blamed city policies for the closure.
Local activism Seneca Scott said it was “hard to compete” after the Denny’s closing, and called for the recall of Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao.
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