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HONORING THE LIFE OF ROBERT SAMUEL DUVALL
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HON. MARK DESAULNIER
of california
in the house of representatives
Tuesday, March 8, 2022
Mr. DeSAULNIER. Madam Speaker, I rise today along with Speaker Nancy Pelosi to recognize the life of Robert Samuel ``Sam'' DuVall, legendary San Francisco restauranteur.
Born in Mississippi, Sam graduated from the University of Mississippi in 1962. During his time in college, Sam hosted dinner parties for his friends, introducing them to different kinds of food and unknowingly honing the hospitality that would foster his future career. Following graduation, Sam moved to San Francisco in 1964, which he ultimately made his home. While passing an empty storefront one day in 1967, Sam decided to open a restaurant, Front Room Pizza. He conducted research by eating pizza throughout San Francisco and hiring the best pizza chef he could find. With the opening of Front Room Pizza, Sam started a more than 50-year career as a restaurateur, during which he opened 30 restaurants.
One of Sam's most famous restaurants, Izzy's Steakhouse, opened in 1987 and became a gathering place for the community. Patrons were welcomed, not only with comforting meals, but also by Sam's renowned warmth and generosity. The restaurant was awarded Legacy Status on its 30th anniversary as part of an initiative to recognize iconic establishments in San Francisco. Sam's legacy lives on through his daughter, Samantha, who heads The DuVall Family Restaurant Group and continues operations of Izzy's. Another one of Sam's restaurant's, Elite Cafe, opened in 1981 and is known locally as the first New Orleans-style restaurant in San Francisco. Due to his love of traveling, jazz, and art, Sam's restaurants embodied his many passions and gave diners an immersive experience that allowed them to escape the bustling city.
Sadly, Sam passed away on November 1, 2020 at the age of 80. He was a cherished member of our communities and he will be deeply missed. Please join us in honoring Sam for his many contributions to the San Francisco Bay Area.
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SOURCE: Congressional Record Vol. 168, No. 41
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