The entrance of West Sacramento’s Café La Bou before it closed on December 29th, 2023.

WEST SACRAMENTO (MPG) - COVID claimed yet another victim, as Café La Bou closed its doors. “La Bou,” as it is usually called, has been a popular coffee and breakfast place for locals in West Sacramento for nearly ten years, but according to staff, it just never picked up enough after COVID to make it feasible to stay open. On the counter sits a sign that reads, in part, “When I started out my business 7 ½ years ago, from day one, this neighborhood and business has provided me and my family with the warmest of welcomes where I have met so many wonderful customers that have been supportive throughout all of these past years. I want to extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to ALL of you as well as my staff, for all of the unforgettable experiences and great memories that I will forever cherish. I will always be grateful for the opportunity that West Sacramento and the surrounding community has provided to me. You are truly the best!” It was simply signed “Sincerely, Johnny Garcia”. Café La Bou’s last day open was December 29th, 2023.