Papa Cristo's 16oz Pint Glass
Raise a glass to Papa Cristo's, the Los Angeles family business that began in 1948 as C & K Importing, bringing produce from Greece to California. In 1968, the next generation added a Greek restaurant, later growing it into a taverna alongside the importing business. This pint glass celebrates a neighborhood landmark remembered for its food, family story, and place across from Saint Sophia's Greek Orthodox Church. Papa Cristo's closed in 2025 after 77 years, leaving a lasting chapter in Los Angeles dining history.
Papa Cristo's began in October 1948 in Los Angeles, California, as C & K Importing, an import and export business founded by Greek immigrant Sam Chrys to bring produce from Greece. In 1968, his son Chrys continued the business and opened a Greek restaurant alongside the importing operation. He traveled through many parts of Greece to learn more about Greek food and its regional specialties. The restaurant later became a taverna, which opened in the 1990s, serving food made with ingredients and products brought from Greece through the family business. In 1990, the restaurant added catering for Greater Los Angeles and Orange County. In 2010, Chrys Chrys's youngest daughter, Annie, joined management, marking the third generation of the family to run the business. The restaurant and market operated in Los Angeles's Byzantine-Latino Quarter, across from Saint Sophia's Greek Orthodox Church. The business received local recognition, including a 2011 Zagat award for Best Greek Restaurant in Los Angeles. Papa Cristo's permanently closed on May 4, 2025, after 77 years in business; the article attributes the closure to high rent.
A sturdy 16oz pint glass that brings a little roadhouse spirit to everyday pours. The clear tempered glass showcases whatever you fill it with — amber beer, cold brew, or fresh juice — while a bold vintage-inspired script wraps the side for a subtle, nostalgic touch. It feels solid in the hand, resists everyday wear, and pairs easily with bar carts, kitchen counters, or a laid-back backyard table. Wash gently by hand to keep the lettering sharp and the glass crystal-clear. Built from tempered materials and assembled in the USA, this glass fits into evenings spent swapping stories, weekend morning routines, or those slow, quiet moments when a simple drink matters.
Product features
- 16 oz (0.473 L) capacity
- Tempered, durable glass construction
- BPA-free material
- Hand wash only to preserve finish
- Assembled in the USA from globally sourced parts
Care instructions
- Hand wash only