The Daily Herald. (My Parents wedding reception was held here), Skip's Fiesta Drive-In / Melrose Park, IL. Yes, kids, Oprah Winfrey once had a restaurant. A small collection of 10 color photographs captured street scenes of Chicago from between the 1960s and 1970s: Wabash St, Chicago 1962. We still miss the cloches and the gorgeous dessert cart. In 1989, as the restaurant was about to close, Szathmary said that although current food writers made fun of it, "they all raved about it once, and I know 50 percent of our sales after 26 years is still beef Wellington." I loved the bustling look and feel of the place, the bagged demi baguettes that greeted you at the table; and when I griped in print about the lack of a coatroom, management quickly added one. For 23 years running, all hail the chef. Pie-Pan Drive-In / 5950 N. Cicero Ave. Chicago, IL. Hat Dance / 325 W. Huron St. Chicago, IL. E: info@urbanmatter.com There was a time when Burger Chef was the second most popular fast-food chain in America, with only McDonald's boasting more locations throughout the United States. (Continental) Cognoscenti flocked to Louis Szathmrys quirky storefrontno menu and mismatched everything for beef Wellington and an inexplicable BYO policy. Although the oldest-standing Bob's Big Boy is still running in Burbank and various other locations are still open, the chain has never bounced back from its peak in the '70s. If you need Filipino food, like, right now, hit up Chrissy Cambas Laughing Bird.TerragustoWhat it was: BYOB with exceptional pastas, chef/owner Theo Gilberts Terragusto was an immediate hit when it opened in Roscoe Village eight years ago. (Held our wedding ceremony here), Chateau Louise / Route 31 West Dundee, IL. Plus, if youre planning on taking a day to shop, one of the oldest restaurants in Chicago is the perfect place to drop, if you will. Stunning Vintage Historical Photos Show What Chicago Looked Like In The 1960s. Ye Olde Leather Bottle Pub / 7353 W. Grand Ave. Elmwood Park, IL. Dont be fooled by its somewhat nondescript appearance. Tragically, chef Terczak died two years later from a rare liver disease. And its still known for getting pretty rowdy now. 37. When it became part of a larger restaurant chain in 1976, there were more than 100 locations. 1974 - A Chicago food writer . It continued to grow through the '70s before selling over half of its 57 locations to Denny's (which had a similar dining style). Some get accolades for being game changers, some for grandeur, and even a few for kitsch, but all for memorable dining. } Henry's existed successfully throughout the early-'70s, until Bresler's went through corporate changes and Henry's Hamburgers slowly became a casualty of the company's refusal to update with. (Contemporary American) Rick Tramonto and Gale Gand (Tru), Shawn McClain (Spring, Green Zebra), anddrumroll pleaseGrant Achatz (Alinea) all passed through Trio. So they must be doing something right. Dan Aykroyd, John Belushi, John Candy, Gilda Radner, Joel Grey, Bonnie Hunt, The Pointer Sisters, Peter Max, the Maharishi and Steve Stone and Bobby Douglass are just a few of the famous guests in the 70s. The thin doughnut-crepe treat could be pulled off in spirals.Whats taken its place: As far as we can tell, you cant get chimney cakes anywhere in Chicago. (1979-2014). Gene & Georgetti (500 N Franklin Street) Facebook/Gene & Georgetti Chicago. But the main draw is the live music, with nightly jazz performances from big-name artists and local acts through the early morning hours. (I dubbed them Hogan's Heroes at the time.) Michigan and Washington, Chicago, 1970. Today, one location remains in Michigan. Ownership changed hands many times throughout the '80s, and the company eventually went bankrupt. 302 West was one of the finest restaurants the western suburbs ever produced. Lombard, IL60148, Frejlach's Ice Cream Grille / multiple Chicagoland area locations (1930-19??). But there's no one in Chicago who so embodies a restaurant the way Sohn embodies Hot Doug's.Ina'sWhat it was: Ina Pinkney ran Ina's, a charming breakfast restaurant in the West Loop, for 12 years before closing it last New Year's Eve. . (Progressive American) Still wet behind the ears, Alinea, the culinary juggernaut of the brilliant and visionary Grant Achatz, turned Chicago into an international foodie destination and a launching pad for the next generation of groundbreaking chefs. The Bakery Manzo's / 3210 W. Irving Park Rd. Gordon Rex's Cork And Fork / 1317 E. Main St. St. Charles, IL. 29. Complete with nautical fixtures and Viking memorabilia, come here to sample a great variety of Swedish beers or to take a warm sip of glgg, a Swedish mulled wine. 1868-1962 // Loop She died of natural causes following her testimony before a grand jury, forever a queer icon for the LGBTQ+ community. Read: where pork became the hippest food on the planet. } Kinzie Street looking west from State Street, Chicago, 1970. Arthur T. LaBar/Flickr. From the late-19th century to the 1970s, restaurants had one surefire way of standing out. (Contemporary French) From day one, Carlos Nietos patented silver bow tie has said it all: Check your ideas about formal French dining at the door. NAPERVILLE, Ill. (WLS) -- Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay is planning to open another of his namesake restaurants in downtown Naperville. (My Parents wedding reception was held here) Tuddi Toots / 6500 w. North Ave. Chicago, IL. Today, only the original Happy Chef location still stands. No different from Chez Paul or Jacques (which made the cut for its lovely garden). Skilled workers and factory workers lost their jobs during the crisis. 11. RELATED:10 Old-Fashioned Sodas You Forgot You Loved. There were bakeries, butcher shops, greasy-spoon diners, liquor stores, old-fashioned barber shops, and tiny drugstores that had only two or three aisles. 16. What was the name of the Chinese restaurant on 26th street across from the pet store in the 1950s and 1960s owned by Charlie Bing? Louis Szathmary's restaurant, The Bakery, opened in Chicago at a time when restaurant going in that city was not a very exciting proposition. During the course of its 90 years in business, Italian Village has dished out some nine million meals and employed more than 40,000 Chicagoans. When it launched in 1966, Steak and Ale's concept was revolutionary: cheap but tasty steak and an unlimited salad bar. But after a number of sales and bankruptcies, only a handful of Arthur Treacher's locations remain today. .goog-text-highlight { Owner Dick Portillo changed the stand's name to Portillo's in 1967 and ditched the trailer for a storefront.What's taken its place: While there's still a location in Villa Park, Portillo's has grown into a 50-location Midwest chain that reportedly sold for $1 billion to a private equity firm in July.EarwaxWhat it was: Before Wicker Park became Lincoln Park West, it was an edgy, angry enclave for irate hipsters wearing clunky boots and clunkier glasses. The area has been gentrified, which began in the 80s. Founded by a German immigrant who sold beer in Chicago at the 1893 Worlds Fair, this family-owned business has become a Chicago legend. But like many burger joints, Henry's couldn't keep up with the competition, and locations started closing rapidly in the late '70s. 1979-present // River North When shes not at her desk with headphones in, cranking out articles on Chicagos music, dining, and nightlife scenes, you can usually find her at concerts around the city, watching horror movies, psyching herself into going to the gym, or obsessing over scented candles. These restaurants were doing something novel at the time, or they hold some kind of nostalgia for us. Lottie was a total BA, turning her neighborhood grocery store into a liquor store with a basement speakeasyor rathskellerthat was ruled by Chicagos gangsters and corrupt politicians. In its heyday, the . By the late '70s, the chain was sold a number of times, and all closed by the late '80s. 23. In its heyday, the chain had more than 1,000 locations, which served fried clams and a whopping 28 ice cream flavors. Hot Doug's / 3324N. California, Chicago, IL, Jonathan Livingston Seafood / (1975-1985), Sabrina / 660 N. Orleans, Chicago IL. The restaurant caught national attention, too, winning best new restaurant from the James Beard Foundation. After a landlord dispute, Mantuano moved the operation to NBC Tower, re-christening it Mantuano's Mediterranean Table, where the chef added whimsical dishes such as flaming ouzo shrimp (his tongue-in-cheek nod to saganaki). (1924-1961). It started on Franklin Street in 1991,and between the crispy pizzas and the rosemary-perfumed porchetta, there was nothing not to like. I included some big names, but also quite a few lesser-known restaurants that appealed to me personally. circa 1930-1978 // South Shore Along with a map beautifully illustrated by Steve Shanabruchshowing the locations of the 75 top picks, I've created a. It had all the musts a secret entrance, an antique wooden bar that still stands to this today, and gin a-brewin in a bathtub upstairs. Ask Geoffrey: What Happened to Chicagos Most Famous Restaurant? From Grant Achatz's Alinea and Next to Real Kitchen, a take-out restaurant, you can still taste the influence Trotter left on the Chicago dining scene.Chimney Cake IslandWhat it was: This small Edgewater shop, which closed in June 2013, specialized in its namesake chimney cakes, a delicious Transylvanian pastry thats rolled onto a wooden pin and baked. Discreetly located underneath the Canterbury Courts apartments, this is the place to go when you want to sing the night away. 1978-present // Gold Coast Cafe Bonaparte Sheraton, Blackstone Hotel, Chicago. The Iconic Chicago Restaurants Map exists in a couple different formats. There were 91 freestanding locations when the chain sold to the Marriott Corporation in 1988. And while we're feeling nostalgic, here are 25 Beloved Restaurants That Are Gone for Good. (192?-1995). An Irish mainstay, Kellys is one of the oldest family-owned pubs in Chicago, opening just after Prohibition was repealed and the alcohol flowed freely again. 1977-1992 // Skokie But Chicago politicians wouldnt have it. Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba! Although it dates back to the 20s, step inside this vibrantly decorated space and itll instantly feel timeless. 1978-1995 // Avondale 4. Le Franais Shockingly, the restaurant continued to grow and there were more than 1,000 spots by 1979. Lockwood Castle / 5400 W. Devon Ave.Chicago IL. Whats taken its place: Since Pecking Order closed in July, Subidos food has been popping up at farmers markets and other food events. Today, it hasn't lost any of its vintage charm you can even sit in Capone's favorite booth. The restaurant is located in River North and has a reputation for excellence. Greg Borzo's new book "Lost Restaurants of Chicago" celebrates departed eateries, from those lingering in recent memory to the nearly forgotten class, from high-end to bizarre, and spots serving everything from standard American fare to ethnic cuisine. 1962-1989 // Lincoln Park ("86" is restaurant shorthand for a dish no longer available that night.) Phil's 50: Chicago's top restaurants rated, reviewed, mapped , 25 Chicago restaurants earn Michelin stars in 2017 , Craving: Italian -- a month of Chicago's best pastas, antipasti, pizza, secondi and more . (1970-1983) Maxim's De Paris / 1300 N. Astor St. Chicago, IL. Urbis Orbis served as a social center where the artists and musicians moving in to the area could linger all day over a cappuccino (unlike at the neighborhood's old-school, low-rent diners) and put on performances at night. 4802 N. Broadway St., Uptown. (Spanish) I think tapas-style dining is going to be the next big food experience in the country. Richard Melman, president of Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises, January 1986. (Contemporary American) The bon vivant Gordon A. Sinclair brought sophistication to a seedy stretch of North Clark Street, and River North was born. The president of the National Restaurant Association reported that the country's half million restaurants enjoyed rising sales throughout the mid-1970s, with 1975's take 16% higher than the year before. (Contemporary French) From day one, Carlos Nieto's patented silver bow tie has said it all: Check your ideas about formal French dining at the door. And we think this matters. (19??-2009). Howard Johnson's. Jordan Smith/Flickr. Edgewater Beach Hotel, Chicago, 1970. 302 West. } Sounds like an interesting combobut it worked. In addition to a variety of hot dogs, Pup 'N' Taco's menu boasted tacos, tostadas, and pastrami sandwiches. Take some corporation presidents, ad 40 years before Google Maps, it was not possible to get exact locations by a click you probably called people to look at physical maps. Alinea Reviews, photos, and highest-rated dishes from Oak restaurant s was a hit i Fast-food chain Burger Queen began in Florida in 1956. We won't fault you for getting misty-eyed over these failed fast-food chain restaurants from the 1980s. Facebook/Gene & Georgetti Chicago. Despite the controversy, though, there's still one Sambo's Restaurant location left in Santa Barbara. 7.7k Views 14. Novel at the time for having a techno-spinning DJ in the dining room, Okno was also known for its space-age design and its second-floor bathrooms featuring translucent glass doors that left little mystery of what was happening inside. Well, then you probably weren't a child in the '70s or '80s. And (of course) it operated for a while as a speakeasy. 2005-present // Lincoln Park What was the name of the restaurant located at 6930 south shore on the main floor in the 1970s. the chain sold to the Marriott Corporation in 1988, English actor who played the butler in the Shirley Temple films, 9 Old-Fashioned Recipes From the Back of Iconic Product Boxes. Inspired by mid-century Hungarian-French photographer Brassa's street photography of Paris in the early decades of the 20th century, Abramson (1948-2011) began photographing nightclubs on Chicago's South Side - clubs like: Peppers Hideout, Perv's House, the High Chaparral, the Patio . When I started this project I thought I knew the restaurant scene pretty well, but I was surprised to find out about this one, said Borzo, a Chicago-based writer and author of Chicagos Fabulous Fountains, among other books. This breakfast diner is known throughout the world, having been visited by politicians, celebrities, and athletes alike, making it a staple among Chicago's oldest restaurants. visibility: hidden !important; Gentrification and the occasional rat sighting (whoops!) 32. In the 1970s the restaurant industry and the custom of eating in restaurants grew rapidly. 5. 1993-2006 // Evanston (American) The Spinning Bowl salad: A waiter would lay out 21 ingredients and narrate the drama as he gently tossed and spun them. Located next to the Ohio House Motel, the 27-seat diner was known for its "Deuces Wild" special, consisting of two pancakes, two eggs, two strips of bacon and two sausages. 3. (Chicago Tribune ). Once you walk in, take in the vibe, and see all the vintage furnishings, its hard not to imagine this place having a colorful past. By the late '70s, though, the company had been sold. 1.4k Views. 6. Le Francais / 269 S. Milwaukee Ave. Wheeling, IL. Never doubt Henry's eye for talent. Cape Cod Room South Barrington, IL. (steaks, Italian) If the walls of this 1870 edifice could talk, they would spill decades of political deals cut over perfectly char-crusted aged prime steaks. A lifelong passion for writing (oddly foreshadowed by a tendency to live on streets named after dead British authors) is what drives her professional endeavors. Old Heidelberg / 14 W. Randolph St. Chicago, IL. When Marriott acquired the company in 1979 and shut down all the company-owned spots, the franchise ones closed not long after. This photo from 1970 was of the general store (no longer standing) in Star Valley. But, oh, that country bird chicken sandwich (fried chicken topped with Gouda, pimento mayo and shaved onion). The name was a contraction of "tutto a posto," roughly meaning "all is as it should be" (we might translate it to "it's all good" today), and the Mediterranean restaurant with the Italian name was the brainchild of Tony Mantuano, who created it in between his two terms running Spiaggia (where he's running things today). Housed in a restored bank building, the split-level dining room offered soaring ceilings and bright-white . St. George & The Dragon / Multiple Chicagolandarea locations, The Pacific Club / 50 Yorktown Rd. (French) This bastion of haute owes its successfour stars for 19 straight yearsto Jean Joho, the anti-trend chef who shows no signs of letting up. Italian Village Photo Credit: Italian Village Est. The fast-food chain that wanted to popularize fish and chips in the United States was founded in 1969. When American servicemen returned home from World War II, they brought with them stories and souvenirs from the South Pacific. box-shadow: none !important; When Tramonto and Gale left, the top toque passed to Shawn McClain (who went on to create Green Zebra and Spring, along with several Las Vegas restaurants), and after that tour of duty, Adaniya reached out to the French Laundry and brought a young chef named Grant Achatz to Chicago. (1963-198?) Not like Fronteras, we hadnt. As with many of these chains, though, interest had died down by the 1980s, in part because the chain didn't serve alcohol. border: none !important; Another neighborhood bar serving cheap drinks, this Noble Square establishment may have operated as a speakeasy at some point too, but the details are a bit blurry. An upstairs salon displayed chef portraits of Jean Joho, Jean Banchet, Paul Bocuse, Roland Licccioni, and other friends and mentors. If youre a White Sox fan, youll feel right at home here. This breakfast diner is known throughout the world, having been visited by politicians, celebrities, and athletes alike, making it a staple among Chicagos oldest restaurants. Star Top Cafe wasn't for everybody, but I loved the joint. All of that disappeared the following April, however, when a roof fire in the Plaza del Lago center destroyed Melange and other businesses. Subscribe for free today! Many brides wore domed pillbox A cool photo collection that shows what naughty ladies looked like in the 1950s. Savarin was the 1998 restaurant chef Hogan did open, a gorgeous space with walls treated to resemble green leather, ornate chandeliers and linen-draped tables. (1950-2009), Down The Hatch / multiple Chicagoland area locations. (French) A visit to Jovan Trboyevics sanctuary for nouvelle cuisine started with a private elevator ride to the third floorwhere bad behavior would get you tossed out. There were eight-course tasting menus with dishes like roasted Muscovy duck with bitter melon and duck consomm, but no matter what was on the menu, dining at Trotter's was an experience.What's taken its place: These 14 restaurants. 26. Gordon Ramsay operates 21 restaurants in the U.S. Tiritilli's / 151 E. North Ave. Northlake, IL. (pizza) In the beginning, there was Chicago-style thin-crust pizza, and it was good. Bridal gowns in the 1960s mostly featured high-waisted empire silhouettes and up-styles were definitely in. Sorry. text-align: right !important; Although its the youngest on this list, this Irish pub in Lincoln Park has still had a pretty impressive lifespan, having been around since the late 40s. 10 Downing St. / Route 31 West Dundee, IL. In 2012, the big news was the closing of Charlie Trotter's after 25 years, but out in the northwest suburbs, Le Titi de Paris called it a career after a remarkable 40-year run, which began in Palatine and ended in Arlington Heights. The late Jimmy Rohr, veteran restaurateur and opera devotee, ran this refined, sophisticated restaurant in Avondale. (Italian) In a city with a proud red-sauce tradition, Tony Mantuano singlehandedly awakened us to the exquisite joys of Northern Italian cuisine. Although it was never as big as McDonald's or Burger King, Red Barn is estimated to have 400 restaurants in 22 states at its peak. (German) Natty waiters have handled hot corned beef sandwiches, Wienerschnitzel, and house-made root beer with pride and aplomb for 112 years. (Mediterranean) The trendoids embraced the small plates and communal seating and never looked back. Feel free to disagreeall my friends didand register your complaints in the comments below. The Red Star Inn / 1528 N. Clark Chicago, IL. .prisna-gwt-align-left { Four current employees have been with the restaurant for over 50 years! The Green Mill served Al Capone in the famous booth where he and his henchmen could keep a wary eye on both of the clubs entrances. Even as Beef Wellington lost its fashionability in the 1970s and 1980s, it continued as a Bakery mainstay. 1938-present // Gold Coast Also obvious, perhaps, but impossible to ignore. Named after the corner of Burling and Wrightwood where it stands, this Lincoln Park dive is beloved by the neighborhood. Alpine Inn Restaurant / 609 Milwaukee Ave. Glenview, IL. Before its demise, Burger Chef was sold to the company that owns Hardee's, where the Big Shef has been available for limited runs in past years. When Joel Findlay died, much too soon, in 2004, Catherine Findlay kept the staff together and operated the restaurant for nearly two more years before selling it, ending a 19-year run. What it was: Trio, owned by Henry Adaniya (who now operates a gourmet hot dog restaurant in Honolulu), was a much-lauded fine-dining restaurant in Evanston.
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