Mai's Restaurant Closed Permanently on Clement Street
After serving the Richmond District since 1979, the long-standing restaurant has officially ceased operations.
Updated on Oct. 2, 2026 in Dining Out
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Diners in the Richmond District have lost a decades-old neighborhood staple following the permanent closure of Mai's Restaurant. The business, which served its final meal on October 1, 2026, confirmed the news through a recorded message on its phone line and a community announcement.
Why it matters
For residents who frequented the 316 Clement St. storefront, the closure marks the end of a 47-year run in the neighborhood. The restaurant had previously shuttered temporarily in December 2025 to accommodate the owner's knee replacement surgery.
Mai's Restaurant operated for 47 years at 316 Clement St. before serving its final meal on October 1, 2026.
The players
Mai's Restaurant
A long-standing dining establishment that operated in the Richmond District for 47 years.
The details
The restaurant confirmed its permanent closure via a prerecorded phone message and a post on Nextdoor. The site at 316 Clement St. had been a part of the Richmond District food scene since 1979. The establishment had been quiet since a temporary closure in December 2025, which had been linked to the owner's health at the time.
Timeline
1979: Mai's Restaurant opened on Clement Street.
December 2025: The restaurant temporarily closed for owner knee replacement surgery.
October 1, 2026: The restaurant served its last meal.
Across the Bay
The shuttering of Mai's Restaurant follows a documented trend of legacy businesses in the Richmond closing after decades of operation. This closure mirrors the loss of other long-tenured neighborhood establishments that have defined the district's local character since the late 20th century.
If you are a regular of the Clement Street corridor, the storefront at 316 Clement St. is now permanently closed to diners. There are no further services or orders being accepted at the location.
The takeaway
The end of this 47-year neighborhood fixture reflects the ongoing turnover of legacy local businesses. Keep an eye on the 316 Clement St. storefront for any future permit filings or redevelopment notices posted by the city.
Further reading
For more on the changing landscape of local food spots, visit Dining Out.
Source note: This article includes information reported by San Francisco Chronicle.
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