At one of the few establishments where the lights stayed on long after dark, and the only place patrons could ride a mechanical bull in Palo Alto, the Old Pro was a go-to for college students, tech-workers and even Little Leaguers, with its classic sports-bar atmosphere.
To the disappointment of Palo Alto residents, and late-night entertainment seekers, the beloved bar closed its doors in June 2022, following pandemic-related struggles. Still, it’s no wonder hundreds of customers looked back on the business with fondness – some even making pleas to save the longstanding watering hole…