Rankin says several factors contributed to his decision to close. Bar Chelou’s landlord asked Rankin to renew a five-year lease. Though Rankin credits them with being cooperative while he ran ...

Bar Chelou garnered local and national praise from a small corner of the century-old Pasadena Playhouse building when it opened in early 2023, but this month it will take a bow. Faced with ...

After two years of service, Pasadena’s beloved award-winning restaurant Bar Chelou, will close its doors on Sunday, Feb. 16. “We are saddened to have to share some news with you,” said a ...

Rankin decided not to extend his lease, which expires at the end of February. The chef tells Eater that Bar Chelou, which ...

Rankin decided not to extend his lease, which expires at the end of February. The chef tells Eater that Bar Chelou, which ...