"Clifton’s Republic in Downtown LA stopped serving food at the first floor cafeteria to make way for the Exposition Marketplace. The current management promises the return of historic and traditional dishes while introducing some "new classics." The Exposition Marketplace is expected to open in the first quarter of 2019, offering classic Clifton’s dishes along with globally inspired dishes. The cafeteria’s closure comes after mixed reactions to its reopening, and the need for a more streamlined operation. Fans reacted strongly to the closure on social media. Clifton’s Republic spans multiple floors and features several nightlife-style bars. The newest bar, The Neverlands, will open in the basement. Originally opened in 1932, Clifton’s Republic is located at 648 South Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90014." - Matthew Kang
