It's the end of an era for Chicago-style pizza aficionados in Sacramento, as Zelda’s Gourmet Pizza, a culinary staple known for its deep-dish delights, has shut its doors for good. After over 45 years of cheesy memories, the Midtown pizzeria served its last slice on August 31, transitioning to a to-go only model earlier in the month before concluding its long-standing run in the city. ABC10 reported the final closure of the beloved spot.

The news of the closure was relayed to Sacramento through a heartfelt post on Zelda's official Facebook page, where they expressed their gratitude towards the community stating, "After decades of serving Sacramento, we have made the difficult decision to close our doors. We are forever grateful for each and every person who walked through our door and supported us through every up and down," the owners maintained a sense of pride for what has been achieved over the years acknowledging the legacy that Zelda, the establishment's namesake, started. This sentiment was echoed on Zelda's Gourmet Pizza Facebook statement.

As Sacramento waves goodbye to what was once a toasty sanctuary for deep dish lovers, the reasons behind this sad farewell remain a topic of community speculation and concern–from shifting consumer tastes to the financial pressures faced by local businesses in an increasingly challenging market. Zelda’s operated out of its 1415 21 St location up until its final day, sharing its legacy with patrons from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., giving them one last chance to relish in the flavors that have become a fixture of the Sacramento dining scene.