Gladstone's Restaurant Demolition Approved for Celebrity Chef Replacement

Coastal Commission Approves Demolition of Gladstone's

• 🎯 The California Coastal Commission has unanimously approved plans to demolish and replace the iconic Gladstone's restaurant.
• 📍 Located at the intersection of Sunset Boulevard and the ocean in Pacific Palisades, Gladstone's has been a popular dining spot for generations.

New Upscale Restaurant Plans

• 🏗️ The approved plan involves demolishing the existing 12,000-square-foot Gladstone's.
• 🏢 A new 17,500-square-foot fine dining restaurant will be built, designed by architect Frank Gehry and featuring celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck.
• 🌊 The new establishment will include a public deck and offer ocean views.

Resident Concerns and Opposition

• ⚠️ Some residents are concerned about overdevelopment and the loss of public beach parking spaces, especially as the area is still recovering from a devastating firestorm.
• 😥 Many locals express sadness about saying goodbye to a restaurant that holds significant childhood memories and historical value.

Commission's Conditions and Future

• ✅ The commission stated the project includes 20 special conditions addressing public access, coastal hazards, and environmental concerns.
• ⏳ There is no clear timeline yet for when demolition will begin, but the replacement is confirmed to be happening.
• 💋 The video notes this may be one of the last chances to visit the historic Gladstone's restaurant.