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1 week ago

This US State Is Home To The First Chili's Restaurant - Tasting Table

Chili's started in 1975 bringing chili cook-off energy to casual dining with generous, flavorful dishes and a relaxed atmosphere.
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

How Olive Garden is able to afford giving away unlimited breadsticks

The unlimited breadsticks were originally adopted to keep customers busy while waiting for their meals due to unexpected delays in the kitchen.
Food & drink
fromMetro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly
4 weeks ago

Revisiting Carl Hirano's Wall of Fame in San Jose's Japantown

"Generations of Ginza-goers will be disoriented, but the San Jose restaurant at 215 E. Jackson St. is now called Kaita," wrote the Merc. "Six months ago, Koji Sugimoto bought the closet-size Japantown landmark, ripped out its worn walls, and installed new blue carpeting and comfortable benches."
San Francisco
fromChowhound
1 month ago

The Rise And Fall Of The Old-School Carnegie Deli In NYC - Chowhound

The Carnegie Deli, known for its rich history and iconic pastrami sandwiches, faced financial struggles and closed its doors in 2016 after nearly 80 years.
NYC food
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

What Happened To The First Marie Callender's Restaurant? - Tasting Table

The first-ever Marie Callender's restaurant in Orange, California, closed in 2016 after 52 years due to the end of its lease.
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1 month ago

What's Really In The Cheesecake Factory's Famous Brown Bread? - Tasting Table

The Cheesecake Factory's brown bread is known for its distinct flavor derived from unexpected ingredients such as honey, molasses, and espresso powder, contributing to its immense popularity.
Berlin food
East Bay food
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

The Forgotten Chain Restaurant Jimmy Buffet Owned That Was Inspired By Another Of His Hit Songs - Tasting Table

Jimmy Buffett's restaurant chain, Cheeseburger in Paradise, offered a unique dining experience but ultimately closed all locations by 2020.
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Los Angeles
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

The LA Restaurant Where You Can Still Dine At Walt Disney's Favorite Table - Tasting Table

The Tam O'Shanter, a beloved restaurant in LA, has deep historical ties to Walt Disney and his early career.
fromEater LA
2 months ago

Classic Redondo Beach Steakhouse the Bull Pen Is a 'Cheers'-Style Hangout in South Bay

Cliff Miner, a long-time Redondo Beach resident, first opened 24-hour coffee shop King Cole's Bull Pen in 1948 on the corner of Diamond Avenue and Pacific Coast Highway.
Dining
NYC food
fromGothamist
2 months ago

Meet the family that's been delighting Queens diners for almost 50 years

El Gauchito's longtime popularity is rooted in family legacy and traditional Argentine cuisine, thriving in the heart of Queens.
Paris food
fromElite Traveler
2 months ago

Living Legends: Restaurants That Have Stood the Test of Time

The Ritz Restaurant embodies timelessness, balancing historical significance with modern culinary evolution.
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

Is Jersey Mike A Real Person Or Just The Name Of A Sandwich Chain? - Tasting Table

Jersey Mike's has genuine origins linked to its founder Mike Ingravallo, differing from the typical branding of chain restaurant names.
Paris food
fromForbes
2 months ago

After Four Decades, New York's Quatorze Bis Still Sets A Standard For French Bistro Fare And Bonhomie

French bistros have remained popular in NYC, defying claims they are simply back in fashion.
SF food
fromSFGATE
3 months ago

This legacy SF waterfront restaurant started with 6 stools and a car salesman

Scoma's, a historic seafood restaurant in San Francisco, showcases longevity and family ties while attracting both locals and celebrities.
fromTasting Table
3 months ago

12 Facts About Panera Bread You Should Know As A Customer - Tasting Table

The original name of Panera Bread was St. Louis Bread Company, highlighting its humble beginnings and regional roots in St. Louis before its nationwide expansion.
SF food
fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 months ago

The Biz Beat: The Happy Hound - a Los Gatos good eats landmark - San Jose Spotlight

I've been coming here for over 40 years. I like everything about the place. The food has always been great, but the employees are what keeps me coming back - there are some wonderful people here.
Silicon Valley food
fromBoston.com
3 months ago

Robert Douglas, whose Black Dog became a symbol of summer, dies at 93

Robert Douglas, founder of the Black Dog Tavern, passed away at 93, leaving a legacy of a beloved restaurant on Martha's Vineyard.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 months ago

The Peanut Bar, in Reading, PA was started during prohibition

The thing I enjoy most about our business is interacting with our guests, making memories all the time, and that's what keeps me going.
East Bay food
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