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fromTasting Table
3 days ago

This Once-Popular Steakhouse Chain Has One Remaining Location (It's More Remote Than You'd Think) - Tasting Table

Lone Star grew to 265 locations but later declined from rising costs, closures, private-equity changes, and bankruptcy, leaving one location in Guam.
NYC food
fromenglish.elpais.com
5 days ago

The Russian Tea Room in New York: A cinematic story for a cinematic setting

The Russian Tea Room blends eccentric verified curiosities, continual reinvention, and cultural prestige while preserving artifacts, legends, and reported ghostly presences.
Cooking
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

House of Nanking Cookbook Arrives Next Week, Written by the Restaurant's Own Fang Family

House of Nanking releases a cookbook preserving decades of popular and long-lost family recipes while tracing Peter Fang's immigrant-to-restaurateur journey.
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fromTasting Table
1 week ago

The Fast-Food Pioneer That Served Millions But Couldn't Escape Bankruptcy - Twice - Tasting Table

Horn & Hardart Automats delivered high-quality, affordable meals via glass dispensers but collapsed due to cultural shifts, rising food costs, and fast-food competition.
Food & drink
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

I dined at Dock's Oyster House, a 128-year-old seafood restaurant. The $47 seafood tower was worth every dollar.

Dock's Oyster House is a four-generation, 128-year-old Atlantic City seafood institution with nautical atmosphere, historic charm, renovations, and strong value—$47 seafood tower.
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fromTasting Table
1 week ago

Before It Was A Frozen Food Giant, Stouffer's Was A Restaurant Empire - Tasting Table

Stouffer's transformed from a national full-service restaurant chain into a leading frozen-food brand known for boxed lasagna, mac and cheese, and frozen side dishes.
Dining
fromBuzzFeed
2 weeks ago

23 Restaurant Experiences From The "Good Old Days" That Have Vanished

Many nostalgic dining experiences from the 1970s and 1980s—smoking sections, themed Pizza Hut interiors, Farrell's theatrical sundaes, and fried McDonald's pies—no longer exist.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
2 weeks ago

Since The '80s, This Baltimore Spot Has Been Serving Pit Beef Sandwiches Like No Other - Tasting Table

Chaps Pit Barbecue serves ultra-thin, pit-cooked beef seasoned with a signature dry rub, piled on rye or Kaiser rolls, defining Baltimore pit-beef sandwiches.
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fromTasting Table
2 weeks ago

We Visited The Old-School NYC Steakhouse Frequented By Marilyn Monroe And JFK - Tasting Table

Delmonico's established American fine dining by importing European techniques, pioneering restaurant practices, and maintaining a historic Manhattan presence across centuries.
SF food
fromThe Infatuation
3 years ago

Sam Wo Restaurant - Chinatown - San Francisco - The Infatuation

Sam Wo is a century-old Cantonese restaurant in San Francisco's Chinatown known for traditional dishes, large portions, and multi-generational appeal.
fromTasting Table
3 weeks ago

This 1960s Steakhouse Chain, Once Popular In Malls, Has One Remaining Location In Ohio - Tasting Table

Affordable, family-friendly, and conveniently tucked into malls across the country, York became a go-to stop for anyone craving a hearty meal without the fuss. Founded in 1966 in Columbus, Ohio, York Steak House expanded quickly through the 1970s and early 1980s, riding the wave of mall culture. With its cafeteria-style ordering system, customers lined up with trays, chose sides like baked potatoes or salad, and picked their steak before heading to their table.
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fromAol
1 month ago

14 Best Century-Old Restaurants In The US

The U.S. hosts century-old, highly rated restaurants that preserve decades of history and continue serving notable, long-standing culinary traditions.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I tried a $97 salad at an iconic Montauk spot. The food may be overpriced, but the views are worth every penny.

Picture this: You're driving down a Long Island highway on a summer day, you hit the Hamptons, but then you just ... keep going. Eventually, you hit what locals call The End: Montauk. Over the years, Montauk has transformed from a sleepy little surfing town to a full-blown haven for influencers and Wall Street bankers. But for every new bar or club (we see you, Bounce and Surf Lodge), there are places that have been around for decades.
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fromTasting Table
1 month ago

The Failed Tex-Mex Chain That Was Almost As Popular As Chi-Chi's - Tasting Table

Don Pablo's Grille Mexicana was once a thriving Tex-Mex chain but filed for bankruptcy in 2017.
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fromTasting Table
1 month 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 months 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
2 months 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
2 months 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
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fromTasting Table
3 months 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.
fromTasting Table
3 months 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
3 months 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.
Los Angeles
fromTasting Table
3 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
4 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
4 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
4 months ago

Living Legends: Restaurants That Have Stood the Test of Time

The Ritz Restaurant embodies timelessness, balancing historical significance with modern culinary evolution.
NYC food
fromTasting Table
4 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
4 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
4 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
4 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
5 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
Wine
fromBoston.com
5 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
5 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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