Iconic Branford Eatery To Be Replaced By Archie Moore's

BRANFORD, CT — It's the end of an era as Su Casa Mexican Restaurant located at 400 East Main St. will close for good on Sept. 29 after a very successful 44-year run, the Sound's Pam Johnson reports.

Su Casa owner Susan Van Antwerpen told Zip06/The Sound that Archie Moore's will take its place after renovations are undertaken. Archie Moore's has locations in Milford, Fairfield, Derby, Wallingford, and New Haven, and is famous for its wings.

Su Casa is famous for its Mexican cuisine including its tortilla chips, quesadillas, fajitas and margaritas. About 40 people work for the restaurant.

On Su Casa's Facebook page people expressed sadness but also congratulations on the news.

"An end to an era ... a place where I grew up and made so many great friends during my 14 years of employment from 1984-98... memories flood my brain ...proud to have been a part of the institution that introduced the shoreline to Mexican food and the best margaritas around Congratulations on the 44 year run Susan.. Ivan. And 30 years Barb ( so glad I hired you way back when."

"I'm SO disappointed you're closing but understand why....you all shall be missed...we'll be in soon to say goodbye! Oh I'm going to miss your margaritas and fajitas! (sad face)"

>>>Read Pam Johnson's in-depth story here on Su Casa's legacy in Branford and beyond.

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