Long John Silver’s – Deep Fried History
Long John Silver’s: The Story Long John Silver’s, previously recognized as Long John Silver’s Seafood Shoppes and occasionally abbreviated as LJS, stands as an American fast-food restaurant chain with a distinct focus on seafood. Its name finds its origins in the classic novel “Treasure Island” penned by Robert Louis Stevenson, wherein the pirate Long John…
White Castle Hamburgers – 10 Delicious Facts
Top 10 Crave-Worthy Facts About White Castle Utter the words’ belly bomber,’ and watch eyes light up with White Castle memories. This fast-food legend, famous for its small yet mighty burgers, has been capturing hearts for almost 100 years. But behind those sizzling patties and iconic square buns lies a story that’s equally tantalizing. Hungry…
The Top 10 Fallen Restaurant Chains
Do you remember those old restaurants that felt like more than just places to eat? The ones where the burgers tasted exactly how you wanted, or where you could pile your plate high at the salad bar? These long-gone restaurant chains were more than just spots to grab a bite; they were places where memories…
Kmart Cafeteria – Did You Ever Visit?
The Kmart Cafe: A Forgotten Icon Do you remember the tantalizing aroma of freshly made burgers, the sizzle of golden fries, and the inviting warmth of a cup of coffee at the Kmart cafeteria? If you are a product of the late 20th century, chances are, you’ve spent more than a few afternoons at one…
Bonanza Steakhouse – Top 10 Food List
We Listened! In a recent Facebook post, we asked our members what was some their favorite things to order at Bonanza (yesterday or today). Below is the Top-10 list we compiled using those comments #10 Shrimp Cocktail (appetizer) If you’re a fan of shrimp, the Bonanza shrimp cocktail should be on your radar. Were you…
The Ground Round – History and More
The Original “No Rules” Neighborhood Pub Founded in 1969 by Howard Johnsons, The Ground Round was designed as a neighborhood pub where people of all ages and backgrounds could feel comfortable and relaxed. In the early years, the casual dining restaurant featured a limited menu with just 12 items, mainly consisting of burgers, snack foods,…
Sizzler Restaurant – What Happened?
There are lots of shrimp and steak lovers out there, but it’s not an indulgence everyone can afford at many restaurants. Sizzler steak houses have offered a cost-effective alternative for families wanting a good meal for more than fifty years. Sizzler is a U.S.-based restaurant chain that is headquartered in Mission Viejo, California, that was…
Big Boy – Where Did They Go?
The Home of the Original Double-Decker Burger Much like the freckled, red-haired girl from Wendy’s and the Golden Arches of McDonald’s, Big Boy, the chubby little boy in overalls carrying a hamburger on a plate, is something of an icon. In fact, more than 70 percent of Americans know who you’re talking about by just…
Bonanza Steakhouse – What Happened?
The Ever Famous All-You-Can-Eat Bonanza Steakhouse Eric “Hoss” Cartwright was a beloved character on the popular television show Bonanza. Bonanza aired for 14 consecutive seasons on NBC from 1959-1973. Anybody who was around in the 1960s saw at least one episode of the show Bonanza. Bonanza was synonymous with that era! The series featured a…
A&W – A True American Classic!
It All Started With One Roadside Stand Though many people credit White Castle as being America’s first fast food chain, the recognition actually belongs to A&W Restaurants. Founded in 1919 in Lodi, California; this chain is most known for its root beer floats. Roy Allen had created a root beer blend that combined 16 secret…
Red Barn – Where Did it Go?
Mid-century Americans knew The Red Barn Restaurant as a popular eatery and hangout. They have very special memories of a big barn-shaped with a silo and a bright red and yellow sign. History Red Barn restaurants were a chain of fast-food restaurants founded in 1961 in Springfield, Ohio, United States. The first restaurant was called…
Friendly’s Restaurant
What comes to mind when you hear, “Reese’s Pieces Sundae?” If you get immediate visions of globs of vanilla soft serve ice cream, peanut butter, marshmallow, hot fudge, Reese’s Pieces, whipped cream, and a cherry all piled high in a giant fishbowl-like sundae glass that was probably bigger than your head, than you remember Friendly’s…
KFC – Kentucky Fried Chicken Facts
Whether you’re a fan of their chicken or not, there’s no denying that KFC is one of the most popular fast-food chains in the world. With its roots dating back to the 1930s, the company has a long and interesting history. It is known for its fried chicken and its signature green and red logo.…
Howard Johnson’s: The Facts About HOJO’s
Everybody Loved Ho Jo’s. I worked at Howard Johnson’s Motor Lodge in the late 1970s, and I can remember being hooked on this jingle on an ongoing basis. Howard Johnson was supposed to be your “home away from home.” I worked the front desk at the motor lodge, and we were trained to make the…
Ponderosa Steakhouse – What Happened?
Ponderosa and Bonanza The first Ponderosa Steakhouse was established in 1968 in Kokomo, Indiana, by Dan Lasater and Norm Wiese. Lasalet, who only had a high school education, had experience working at McDonald’s Restaurants. Wiese had an auto dealership and owned some real estate. The two joined resources and the rest is history Who else…
Tastee Freez – An American Tradition
The Story of Tastee Freez In Mid-Century America, if you were looking for a delicious and affordable way to cool off, you were sure to know about Tastee Freez. Tastee Freez was a popular fast food chain best known for its soft serve ice cream, which came in a variety of flavors. The chain also…
Lum’s Hot Dogs – An American Tradition
Lum’s Hot Dogs Lum’s Hot Dogs fast food chain became known for its delicious food, friendly service, and its quirky slogan, “Beer Makes ‘Em Taste Good!” In the early 1900s, a new type of hot dog became popular in the United States: the all-beef hot dog. These hot dogs were made with only beef, as…
Shakeys Pizza – An American Classic
The Beginning Shakey’s Pizza was formed on April 30th in Sacramento, California in the year 1954, by Sherwood “Shakey” Johnson and Ed Plummer. Johnson got the nickname “Shakey” because of some neurological damage he suffered as a result of malaria while serving in WWII. During it’s grand opening, Shakey’s only sold beer because the pizza…
Arthur Treacher’s – What Happened?
Who the heck was Arthur Treacher? Arthur Treacher was a British character actor who was widely known for his butler-type roles in the old Shirley Temple and Mary Poppins movies. When Arthur Treacher’s Fish & Chips was founded in 1969, the above mentioned actor was chosen as the spokesman. Some people speculate that he had…
What Happened to Burger Chef?
The Burger Champs Does the name “Burger Chef” ring a bell? If it does, you were a part of thefast-food explosion of mid-century America.The history of this great chain is long and storied. The term “Burger Chef” was coined in the early 1900s. It specialized in burgers. These restaurants usually had a wide variety of…
Top 5 Best Restaurants in Clermont Florida
If you are looking for the best restaurants in the Clermont Fl area, we have compiled an biased Top-5 list based on actual customer reviews #5 – The Crooked Spoon in Clermont Located on Citrus Tower Blvd in Clermont, this gastropub is without a doubt one of the Top 5 Best Restaurants in Clermont Florida.…