Kenner's Fire Chief says it looks like the historic building housing Gendusa's Italian Market in Rivertown will have to be demolished after fire tore through the building this morning shortly after 5:30am.
"It's extensive damage, the building will probably end up having to be torn down... most of the roof structure is gone," Chief Terence Morris said. "It is pretty much a loss at this point."
The fire house is less than a block away.
The building was constructed in 1903.
Morris says it is a big blow to the business and locals who loved the restaurant.
"I was planning on coming here for lunch today... it is a staple within the Rivertown community."
The blaze started in the kitchen. The cause is under investigation.