Mac’s Old House in Antioch to close after 42 years

ANTIOCH — Mac’s Old House, an old-fashioned Italian restaurant known for its prime rib and minestrone soup, will close its doors this summer after decades of serving up not just traditional dishes, but memories that have lasted a lifetime for some of its regular customers and out-of-town guests.

After 42 years, the final meal will be served on June 22.

Rick Cook, manager and head chef, said he and owner Gary Noe are ready for retirement. Cook has been in the restaurant business since he was 15...