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Seafood Staple Cook's Seafood Closes After 98 Years
31 Oct
Summary
- Cook's Seafood closed two locations on October 28, 2026.
- The restaurant cited a very difficult year for restaurants as reason.
- Employees and community members expressed sadness and loss.
After nearly a century in business, Cook's Seafood has permanently closed both of its California locations on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. Founded in 1928, the restaurant had become a cherished neighborhood fixture, operating as both a market for fresh fish and a full-service eatery.
Employees were informed of the abrupt closure via text message, with a statement indicating that "this year has been very difficult for restaurants" as the reason for ceasing operations. The news has deeply affected longtime staff and the local community, many of whom have patronized Cook's Seafood for generations.
The closures impact the original Menlo Park location, situated between San Francisco and San Jose, and a second restaurant opened in Pleasanton in 2025. Both establishments served classic seafood dishes, with residents lamenting the loss of a trusted source for quality fish.
