Olympia Café supporters calling on government to help stop possible closure

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — Supporters are calling on state and local government officials to help stop the potential closure of one of Savannah’s most iconic restaurants.

Olympia Café has been a River Street staple for more than three decades, but because of a state law, their lease is at risk. Amid concerns of Olympia having to close, supporters are saying that losing Olympia would mean losing a piece of Savannah’s history.

“I challenge anyone to go pull a picture up of River Street over the past thirty years,” Business Consultant Michael McCord said. “Drawn footage, any kind of press release. You’re going to see this blue and white awning.”…

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