On Friday, Mac’s Hold House in the City of Antioch announced it will be closing on June 22,2025.
Located at 3100 E. 18TH ST in Antioch, they were a staple for decades known for their minestrone soup and strong drinks, the place was home to many over the years. They also had a “if its not broke, don’t fix it” attitude which led to more than 3 million meals served.
The following was posted Friday to social media:
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the closing of Mac’s Old House on Sunday, June 22, 2025
We know this may come as a shock, but after 42 incredible years it’s time to hang up our hats. In 1983, Gary and Rick came together with a vision to create the Mac’s you know and love today. Gary purchased this old house with the dream of bringing Bertolas style to Antioch, and Rick, who spent over a decade at Bertolas in Oakland, joined him. We were welcomed with open arms and were a success from day one.
We have weathered recessions, a pandemic, and ever-changing times, and through it all, we have been fortunate to serve this community. We could not have done it without our loyal customers and our dedicated staff. This little house has served well over three million meals, and we are grateful for each and every one of you.
As difficult as this decision is, all good things must come to an end. Rick and Gary have dedicated more than half their lives to Mac’s—along with many of our staff. We are incredibly grateful for everyone who has been part of our Mac’s family over the years. Their hard work and loyalty is what makes Mac’s Old House so special.
We hope this gives you time to visit and enjoy Mac’s a few more times before we say our farewell. Your stories and memories mean the world to us, and we look forward to celebrating with the community that helped make Mac’s an iconic and loved institution.
There is still hope for the future—Mac’s Old House and the property are for sale, meaning it’s possible that Mac’s could live on with new ownership and management. For inquiries, please contact Tatiana Guzman, Chromata Real Estate at 925-783-2480 or [email protected].
Thank you all for being the most important part of our story.
With gratitude,
The Mac’s Old House Family
For more information, visit: https://www.macsoldhouse.com/
Loopnet listing: https://www.loopnet.com/Listing/3100-E-18th-St-Antioch-CA/35207369/
