LA MESA, Calif. (KGTV) — A longtime East County favorite is closing its doors as a major redevelopment project moves forward in La Mesa.
After 17 years at Grossmont Center, Hooley’s Public House has officially shut down its location, marking the end of an era for the popular neighborhood gathering spot. The closure comes as part of a sweeping plan to revamp the 64-year-old mall.
Owner Craig MacDonald says opening a second Hooley’s location at Grossmont Center wasn’t originally part of the plan back in 2009. He recalls being repeatedly approached by mall representatives who were eager to bring the Irish pub to the property…