Calling card of the Acapulco Restaurant, c. 1970s

Name/Title

Calling card of the Acapulco Restaurant, c. 1970s

Entry/Object ID

2021.115.8

Description

Acc. No. 21.115.8 Subject Category: Businesses of Alameda - Restaurants Date or Period: 1970s Object: Calling Card Description: Business card, printed on off-white paper, in green, orange, and brown-brick red. Size: L 3 1/2 x 2 inches. History of Object: Business card from the Original Acapulco restaurant, 2104 Lincoln Ave. The business was opened in 1953 by immigrants Modesto and Rose Quitero, and operated by the family until 2011, after the death of the founders. After a protected closure due to building code changes and permit issues, the restaurant reopened in the same location, operating under the same name, under new ownership. Acquired from: estate of Richard Branchaud, Kathleen Branchaud Donation Date: 9/3/2020 Catalog Date: 10/11/2021