For 77 years, it's been a favorite comfort food spot, opening in 1943 and launching an expansion in 1974.
At its peak, Burger Heaven was a destination for locals, tourists and stars.
The family that runs it, however, says they couldn't keep up with the changing food landscape in New York City.
"We had a good run," general manager Sammy Hamido said. "But it came to the point that we cannot save it anymore."
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