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Robert "Papouche" Robaire

Los Angeles, California

1922 - 2022

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December 25, 1922 - December 12, 2022 Robert "Papouche" Robaire passed away on December 12th, just two weeks shy of his 100th birthday. He was a beloved husband for 67 years to his loving wife Mona, adored father by son Jean, cherished grandfather to Daniel, David and Julian and much-loved...

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Mr Robaire was the kindest most helpful man I have ever met. His generosity towards fellow Tunisians is legendary and will keep him as an icon in the collective memory of Tunisian Americans

He was my mentor, my boss and my friend; I will dearly hope miss him. Rest In Peace Mon Cher Papouche

One of my first introductions to 'la cuisine française' was in the 1950's when I was taken along with my brother to Robaire's on La Brea by our paternal grandparents who lived in Westwood. Some sixty-five years later for the past twenty years my husband and I have been living an exceptional life of joy and serenity in southwest France , enjoying the pleasures of French cuisine both at home and in restaurants. The lovely qualities of Robaire's character are mirrored in many of our French...

When I was smitten by a beautiful young woman 52 years ago, I planned a three-place date to impress her, going from Cafe Figaro, to Robaire's for dinner, to the Chart House in Malibu. We've now been married 51 years, so Merci et Bon Voyage a M. Robaire. So many memories.

"Papouche" Robaire. One of the finest men I have ever known. I looked up to him and admired him. We are all the better for having known him.