they are a family-owned business founded by ed and maggie mcgovern and their neighbor ozzie smith.was purchase outright by them in 191 1969. then in 1996, the business was transferred to their son and daughter. this 2004, the daughter, maureen and her husband, bought the business and are currently the sole owners. so the business continues to be a family-owned business. knights began as knights restaurant in 1963 at 234 mcalester street. this was a popular eatery in the civic center area. in 1978, the knights moved the restaurant and catering business to a larger location on golden gate avenue. then in 1989, the business was again moved to 550 alabama street. in 2001, the business was moved temporarily down to south san francisco. that move lasted several years, but by 2004, they were back in the city at their current location. knights catering qualifies for the business registry in staff's opinion. we wanted to note the roots are in the irish community and they traditionally have served irish cuisine and participate in parades and events. staff is recommending that the physical fe