The iconic sandwich spot had announced an Aug. 3 closure, but an Influx of customers gave it a 45-day lifeline.

Since the news was announced on July 7, steady lines have formed in front of Cole’s hours before it opens. Many are eager to ...

Cole's French Dip -- the oldest continually operating restaurant and bar in Los Angeles -- is closing. Customers are mourning ...

Cole’s has been making hot sandwiches on crusty French rolls, dipping them in au jus and serving them up in downtown L.A. for ...

ME.Cole’s.#3.0612.CK/GThen/Now Cole’s P.E. Buffet claims to be the oldest continuous operated restaurant and saloon in the city and advertises its elf as “ The Originators of the French Dip”.

Imagine dining in a restaurant that opened its doors in 1849 — one year before California even became a state. Unbelievably, a number of restaurants still operate today in the Golden State that ...