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. Founded in 1926, White Tower was long thought to be an imitator of White Castle, which was founded five years earlier. There were bakeries, butcher shops, greasy-spoon diners, liquor stores, old-fashioned barber shops, and tiny drugstores that had only two or three aisles. Avec 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. In 1941, Gene Michelotti and Alfredo Federighi opened the first steakhouse in Chicago called Gene & Georgetti. 7.7k Views 14. 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. Club Lucky opened in the early 1990s, and it's meant to resemble an old 1940s Italian supper club. } 4. 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. 37. (19??-2009). .goog-tooltip:hover { Heres a newspaper clipping from the Edinburg Daily Courier, and is dated October 29, 1938. Vintage menus from some of Chicago's dearly departed restaurants, including The Eccdentric, Gordon and The Cottage, help tell the tale of what made them so great. 2003-present // West Loop Today, it hasn't lost any of its vintage charm you can even sit in Capone's favorite booth. News? He's cheerful and funny and he takes every single order, so everyone gets a few minutes to chat with him, long line be damned.What's taken its place: If you want a creative hot dog, you can go to Hoppin' Hots or Franks 'n Dawgs. You have to include Barneys! Sporting a digital jukebox that might have replaced a vintage one from back in the day, you can dance all night long without judgment at a place like this. Along with a map beautifully illustrated by Steve Shanabruchshowing the locations of the 75 top picks, I've created a. Swiss Chalet, Bismarck Hotel, Chicago. 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." 9. College Inn In its heyday, the chain had more than 1,000 locations, which served fried clams and a whopping 28 ice cream flavors. And so will your furry friend, for that matter, since its a dog-friendly bar. Reviews, photos, and highest-rated dishes from Oak restaurant s was a hit i 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 . Maison LaFite, they shoot back. Kaplan's Delicatessen / Water Tower Place Chicago, IL. CHICAGO (WLS) -- Lou Malnati's pizza wants to know, if you're an "innie" or an "outie": We're talking about thin crust pizza. Fannys It closed in 2006 after 12 years, but the restaurant launched the careers of Grant Achatz, Rick Tramonto, Gale Gand and Curtis Duffy, among other important Chicago chefs.What's taken its place: Through December, Next Restaurant is serving a version of a Trio menu from 2004. (steaks) The rolling-cart show of massive cuts of plastic-wrapped prime beef raised the bar on excessive steak consumption from maybe to mandatory. background-color: transparent !important; Despite the controversy, though, there's still one Sambo's Restaurant location left in Santa Barbara. 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). Chicago magazine newsletters have you covered. And if you grew up in the 1970s, you might have had to bid farewell to a number of your favorite chain restaurants. There were about 170 restaurants in the U.S. at that timebut 10 years later, all of those were bought out by Dairy Queen. November 20, 2014 1960s, 1970s, Chicago, life & culture, street. 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. As a toast to this magazines 40th anniversary, we name the 40 best Chicago restaurants of all time. 1868-1962 // Loop (1970-1983) Maxim's De Paris / 1300 N. Astor St. Chicago, IL. Experience a sliver of Chicago history at the oldest bars and restaurants in the city. Chef and owner Pierre Pollin (who bought the restaurant from original owner Christian Zeiger) was a masterful chef, aided in no small measure by maitre d' and sommelier Marcel Flori. 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The intimate lounge wouldnt be slinging the delicious cocktails they are today without becoming the second place in the city to obtain a liquor license after Prohibition. 1974 - A Chicago food writer . Nonetheless the industry fought a proposed increase in the federal minimum wage from $2.30 to $3.00 an hour. The level of hospitality provided at this place rivals none, and anyone whos been there can attest! Many brides wore domed pillbox A cool photo collection that shows what naughty ladies looked like in the 1950s. So said Bon Apptit, Julia Child, Jacques Ppin, Craig Claiborne, and Mimi Sheraton. There's still one White Tower location in Toledo, Ohio. 5. ?-1971), Henry's Hamburgers / No longer in the Chicagoland area (founded 1954), Bresler's 33 Flavors Ice Cream / Multiple Chicagoland area locations (1927-1987). I miss the Wilmette original more than the Northfield sequel, but mostly, I miss Jarvis' food. I skipped the obvious choices (Ambria, Charlie Trotter's, Le Francais), recent closings (mk, Tru) and places that I never got to experience personally (The Bakery, Barney's Market Club, Henrici's, Mister Kelly's). (1972-2000) image courtesy of Ute Nevara, Nate'sDeli (formerly Lyon's Deli) / 807 W. Maxwell St. Chicago, IL. 33. Henricis Discreetly located underneath the Canterbury Courts apartments, this is the place to go when you want to sing the night away. (Franco-Asian) Jimmy Rohr greeted guests at the door, kept the lights low, and played strictly opera music, which made for the most civilized dinner in town. Whenever I dined here, I always felt cooler than I really was. But Hungarian bakery Vesekys in Berwyn at least makes sweets from that part of the country.The Dog HouseWhat it was: Occupying a 6-by-12-foot trailer that was purchased for $1,100, the Dog House opened in 1963 on North Ave in Villa Park, serving a simple menu of hot dogs, french fries and tamales. (Held our wedding ceremony here), Chateau Louise / Route 31 West Dundee, IL. So, as you can imagine, it was probably pretty rowdy back then. 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. display: none !important; For 23 years running, all hail the chef. Savarin showed Hogan's mastery of French technique; the menu interspersed bistro classics with sturgeon-wrapped crab mousse and a knockout composition of sea urchin and crabmeat in lobster sauce with a sabayon gratin. (E. Jason Wambsgans / Chicago Tribune ). Beautiful Vintage Postcards of Chicago's Restaurants from the 1950s and 1960s. (Contemporary American) Rick Tramonto and Gale Gand (Tru), Shawn McClain (Spring, Green Zebra), anddrumroll pleaseGrant Achatz (Alinea) all passed through Trio. Ask Geoffrey: What Happened to Chicagos Most Famous Restaurant? The chain eventually lost steam in the '80s, with the last spot closing in 1996. By the end of the century, the company Melman founded, Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises, Inc., owned or licensed 70 . 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. Yoshis Caf So yeah, theyve seen it all. Spiaggia 1947-1972 // Loop Trotter's incredible legacy has stretched all across the city, as alumni of his kitchen have opened some of the best restaurants in Chicago. Alpine Inn Restaurant / 609 Milwaukee Ave. Glenview, IL. It continued to grow through the '70s before selling over half of its 57 locations to Denny's (which had a similar dining style). 1941-present // River North 200 N LaSalle St Ste 1540 Chicago, IL 60601 Stunning Vintage Historical Photos Show What Chicago Looked Like In The 1960s. Marriott rapidly expanded the franchise through the '80s, but under various names. Prospect IL. 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. Downtown was a bit quieter and the density of buildings on the Near North Side, especially around River North, was far lower. (American) The Spinning Bowl salad: A waiter would lay out 21 ingredients and narrate the drama as he gently tossed and spun them. There were 91 freestanding locations when the chain sold to the Marriott Corporation in 1988. Chicago is now a world-renowned restaurant city, but eateries come and go sometimes, very quickly. We still dream about the pasta neri. But Chicago politicians wouldnt have it. But like many burger joints, Henry's couldn't keep up with the competition, and locations started closing rapidly in the late '70s. 20. Fast-food chain Burger Queen began in Florida in 1956. After the Great Chicago Fire in 1871 that incinerated miles of wooden walkways and buildings, Chicago was determined to rebuild itself and stand tall for good this time. } Patrons could order martinis and Jell-o shots at a bar decorated with tinsel, nude murals and Mr. The danger of asking your friends what they consider the best Chicago restaurant ever is that they will tell you. 1899-1970 // Old Town (seafood) Unapologetically trapped in time today, the grande dame of the Drake Hotel was ahead of its timeflying in fresh fishyears before the daily catch was de rigueur. Jerry and Carolyn Buster, who had worked under legendary chef Louis Szathmary at The Bakery, opened this homey suburban restaurant, which oozed country charm. Then Brasserie Jo debuted (at 59 W. Hubbard St.) with sub-$15 entrees and a menu featuring choucroute, tarte flambee, Joho's shrimp bag and other delights. You'll undoubtedly think of many places I've overlooked. And on and on. 1985-present // Lincoln Park (1950-2009), Down The Hatch / multiple Chicagoland area locations. Schaller's Pump, opened some 130 years ago in the city's Bridgeport neighborhood, took top honors in the ranking. But few know that the popular Greek specialty, flaming saganaki, was created in Chicago. 1898-present // Loop The second you walk in, youll feel like youre dining with family, and its been that way for decades. The food was spicy, the music loud (vinyl only, played on a console stereo), the tablecloths reptilian. Children of the '70s will remember defunct chain Sambo's not for the food, but for the controversial name that ultimately led to its demise. Mantuano was forced out in late 1999 by his money partners, and the space went through a few name changes before closing for good in 2009. Check out these old photos to see what Chicago's restaurants looked like in the 1950s. Everest (American) Some pretty hotsy-totsy chefs have discovered hamburgers lately, but time was when the half-pounder on dark rye and fried onion loaf at Hackneys had no peers. 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. Subscribe for free today! (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. This bar is well-known by DePaul University students who frequent here on the weekends, and god knows also the weeknights. Merci, Jean Banchet. I'd take extra time every visit to read through the wine list, written by Joel Findlay and peppered with informative and sometimes humorous commentary. (1924-1961). Ownership changed hands many times throughout the '80s, and the company eventually went bankrupt. 1976-1999 // River North RELATED: The easy way to make healthier comfort foods. Today, only the original Happy Chef location still stands. Le Perroquet 8. But, oh, that country bird chicken sandwich (fried chicken topped with Gouda, pimento mayo and shaved onion). The stronghold of McDonald's, Pizza Hut , Burger King, and other giants of the '80s made the competition stiff. 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. Their epicenter was Earwax, a vegetarian caf with sometimes-decent art on the walls and perturbed art-school students behind the counter. (1961-1984), Burger Chef / Multiple Chicagoland area locations. When you think of ancient cities, Chicago is not typically the first to come to mind. Marriott claimed a few franchises in the '80s, such as Gino's Hamburgers, which was started in Baltimore by a pair of NFL players in 1957. (The restaurant's namesake is the English actor who played the butler in the Shirley Temple films.). } Oprah Winfrey, left, was known to stop by tables at The Eccentric, the restaurant she opened with Rich Melman. The area has been gentrified, which began in the 80s. Info? By the mid-'70s, the chain was spread throughout the East Coast and attempting to open in the Midwest. (Contemporary American) Paul Kahan put American food through a modern lens and unleashed a sleeping giant. Mortons The Steakhouse Whats taken its place: When were craving perfectly al dente pasta, we head to Due Lire in Lincoln Square.Tizi MelloulWhat it was: Sumptuously designed in a hip Moroccan style, this Mediterranean restaurant in River North was a date-night go-to. Wing Yee Aside from one location in Nebraska that closed in 2017, all other Lum's had closed by 1983. Owned by the Capitanini family since 1927, the downtown Italian Village is Chicago's oldest Italian restaurant. Charlie Trotters Some of the restaurants Borzo highlights had some pretty remarkable ways of attracting customers. But, despite its young age, there are plenty of bars and restaurants around Chicago that are as old as the city itself. It was called Flos, right on Randolph near State, and it had a young gal on a trapeze swinging back and forth outside in front of the restaurant to attract people in., Unfortunately, it went downhill from there. But in 1981, all the locations changed their name to Druther's, which was more inclusive of the fried chicken and self-serve salad bar that was also on the menu. 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. And we think this matters. First opened in 1907, the Green Mill became a speakeasy during Prohibition. The address remains in the Lettuce Entertain You family; the space now houses Il Porcellino, Ramen-San and the rooftop Studio Paris nightclub. 31. The home of jazz legends Von Freeman, Franz Jackson, and Wilbur Campbell, The Green Mill is still operating today as one of the best jazz clubs in Chicago. (My Parents wedding reception was held here) Tuddi Toots / 6500 w. North Ave. Chicago, IL. Calumet City's contribution to the fine-dining scene was a formidable one. Gene & Georgettis 1978-1995 // Avondale Trio (by then renamed Trio Atelier) closed in 2006 after more than 12 years in business. Don Roths Blackhawk But for refined Mediterranean, the best place to go these days is Taxim. So if you're "hungry for a Henry's," that's where you should go. 1973-1991 // Gold Coast Unlike more rebellious establishments, they kept things kosher during Prohibition by stepping up their food game and offering non-alcoholic beer, until of course, they became the very first place to obtain a liquor license after the ban was lifted. Doug Sohn is Hot Doug's, and while the bratwurst is perfect and the creative links (like a hot sauce chicken sausage) are great, Doug is the best part. Shangri-La Howard johnson's. Although younger generations may know of Howard Johnson's thanks to Mad Men, '70s kids will remember actually visiting the orange-roofed restaurant chain. (1972-2015), Schroeder's Drive-In / 432 N Gilbert St.Danville, IL. I loved everything about the River North place; the cool plaster hands used as curtain tiebacks, the naughty graffiti and artworks in the powder rooms and, of course, the dapper, unflappable presence of owner Gordon Sinclair, himself, who kept his restaurant sophisticated and vibrant for 23 years. Chicken Unlimited / Multiple Chicagoland area locations. Frontera Grill South Side pride runs deep here, given this Irish pub has been serving beer to the neighborhood since the late 30s. Still, according to Bennigan's website, you can own a Steak and Ale today, so franchising opportunities may be available. Chambers Seafood Grille & Chop House / 6881 N. Milwaukee Ave. Niles, IL. (1963-198?) Tragically, chef Terczak died two years later from a rare liver disease. Pizzeria Uno Tags: Design Controls - Google AMP, Dining & Drinking, Dining News, I remember going to Tamborine a favorite years ago where Id go with friends does it still exist.?. (soul food) Long after visits from Martin Luther King Jr. and Aretha Franklin, this landmark spot remained the go-to for corn bread, smothered chicken, grits, and cobbler. What started as a small hot dog stand in Florida blossomed into a company with 400 franchises in the United States, including Hawaii. The caf also featured movies for renting, but you can bet they were David Lynch and Fellini and Kurosawa and if you want to watch something pedestrian like Scorsese you can go back to Wrigleyville, frat boy. Now its sold online, along with her famous spaghetti sauce. 26. (Cantonese) No one has yet equaled its egg rolls, sweet and sour pork, chicken sub gum chow mein, and pan-fried noodles. 1986-present // South Loop Jacques chicago restaurants in the 1970s.Posted by Mayo 8, 2022 lifecycle marketing framework on chicago restaurants in the 1970s.August 13, 2017. (192?-1995). Gordon Ramsay operates 21 restaurants in the U.S. 40. An absolute staple in the Taylor Street area of Little Italy, its a true veteran of Chicagos oldest restaurants, and the food will have you coming back for more, guaranteed. Need ideas? If you want high-end, Naha puts out a mean mezze platter at the bar.TrioWhat 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. (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. Cal's Creemy Whip / 4354 N. Central Ave. Chicago, IL. body { 1965-late 1980s // Lincoln Park Then, at Topo, he made creative Mexican fare a white-tablecloth experience. And for more chains that didn't stand the test of time, don't miss these 17 Failed Chain Restaurants From the 1980s That Will Make You Feel So Nostalgic. That is, until 2008 when Bennigan's went bankrupt. And then opened Ripasso, closed that, and then opened Starland and closed that. Italian Village Photo Credit: Italian Village Est. 23. Printer's Row / 550 S. Dearborn St. Chicago, IL. Petricca's Restaurant & Banquet Hall / Chicago IL. From the late-19th century to the 1970s, restaurants had one surefire way of standing out. 302 West was one of the finest restaurants the western suburbs ever produced. Chicago has made countless contributions to global food culture, from the obvious (deep dish pizza) to the less-so (chicken a la king). (photo courtesy of, 6755 N. Cicero Ave. Lincolnwood, IL. 10 Downing St. / Route 31 West Dundee, IL. Bob Elfman's Restaurant / 179 N. State St. Chicago, IL. Regulars would mark their calendars for the two-week stretch in March when Pollin would feature bouillabaisse and cassoulet on the menu, and for Flori's occasional wine dinners, during which he played guitar. (He famously banned cellphones from the dining room in 1991.) All of that disappeared the following April, however, when a roof fire in the Plaza del Lago center destroyed Melange and other businesses. 25. .goog-text-highlight { 16. .goog-tooltip, In the 1940s and 1950s, and even into the 1960s, tiki bars popped up all over the United States, including in Chicago, as people . Chicago misses these closed restaurants but, in most cases, you can find something similar to sate your longing. What's taken its place: It's hard to think of a comparable spot, but if you want to get drunk and eat potatoes smothered in strange toppings, hit a bar in Wrigleyville and soak up the booze at Big Cheese Poutinerie.Ohio House Coffee ShopWhat it was: A quintessential greasy spoon diner in River North, the Ohio House Coffee Shop was the kind of place where you could nurse a hangover for less than $7. Cape Cod Room Helmed by a complicated chef, the restaurant was open for 25 years and, by the time it closed in 2012, had changed the face of Chicago dining. (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. The Come Back Inn / 1913 W. Lake St. Melrose Park, IL. She was best known for her Heavenly Hots (thin pancakes served with a compote of peaches, raspberries and blueberries), but we also loved the vanilla bean waffles. The restaurant closed in 2010 after 10 years.Whats taken its place: Well, literally, its GT Fish & Oyster that takes up the 531 N Wells St space. 1973-2007 // Wheeling In 1982, it was sold to Marriott, who turned most of the locations into Roy Rogers. Through the '80s, more locations sold and it eventually fizzled out. Know what else is crazy? The Berghoff She died of natural causes following her testimony before a grand jury, forever a queer icon for the LGBTQ+ community. / co-owned by Steve Dahl. 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