34. Biancalana's Restaurant 7372 W. Grand Ave. Elmwood Park, IL. (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. (Far Eastern) This over-the-top tiki bar and restaurant out-tikid the competition with its Polynesian fare and exotic cocktails so potent, management set a two-zombie-drink limit. Le Perroquet 8. 1981-present // Highland Park A wicker basket crammed with goodies cloud-soft mini loaves, peppered cornbread, crunchy carrots arrived at the table moments after you sat down at the Gold Coast restaurant. Yes, kids, Oprah Winfrey once had a restaurant. 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. Skyline is visible through the windows to an end the vision of integrated remained. I was going to go all inside-baseball and say the restaurant I really missed was Mistral, the John Hogan project that never quite got off the ground. ?-1971), Henry's Hamburgers / No longer in the Chicagoland area (founded 1954), Bresler's 33 Flavors Ice Cream / Multiple Chicagoland area locations (1927-1987). In its heyday, the . Manzo's / 3210 W. Irving Park Rd. Owned by the same family for three generations, it began as a totally innocent (ahem)soda shop during the tail-end of the nations dry years. Another Marriott story: The famous burger chain Bob's Big Boy merged with the corporation in 1967 (the chain had first opened in 1936 in Burbank, California). Buffalo Ice CreamParlor / 4000 W. Irving Park Rd. 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. From Chicago Film Society Wednesday, a Sunrise you cant afford to miss, Rick Armstrongs Aurora, Elgin, Naperville boys basketball rankings and player of the week for Thursday, Jan. 19, 2023, Little progress in R. Kelly cases as defense requests more information on Cook County charges, Do Not Sell/Share My Personal Information. CHICAGO (WLS) -- Lou Malnati's pizza wants to know, if you're an "innie" or an "outie": We're talking about thin crust pizza. 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. (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. The Red Star Inn / 1528 N. Clark Chicago, IL. Serving the people of Chicago since the end of the Gangster Era, this Irish saloon is a North Side gem ready to quench your thirst for the Glascott special: Stoli O vodka, cranberry juice, and Red Bull. Featured Image: Coq dOr vintage postcard. Antonio's Steak House at 1528 N. Wells Street, Chicago. Mortons The Steakhouse Bob Elfman's Restaurant / 179 N. State St. Chicago, IL. This piano bar in the Gold Coast proudly totes thethird oldest liquor license in the city. Trio In addition to a variety of hot dogs, Pup 'N' Taco's menu boasted tacos, tostadas, and pastrami sandwiches. Among the Gordon chefs whose creative food I enjoyed were John Terzcak, Kornick, Ron Blazek, Michael Smith, Stewart Parsons and Don Yamauchi.) (1979-1991), Silver Stallion Restaurant / 1275 Lee St. Des Plaines, IL, 6401 W. Addison St. Chicago, IL. As a toast to this magazines 40th anniversary, we name the 40 best Chicago restaurants of all time. 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. The level of hospitality provided at this place rivals none, and anyone whos been there can attest! 1868-1962 // Loop But after a number of sales and bankruptcies, only a handful of Arthur Treacher's locations remain today. But many food lovers also know the heartbreak that comes with your favorite restaurant closing for good. Charlie Trotters 1.4k Views. 33. Gentrification and the occasional rat sighting (whoops!) 1976-1999 // River North ", 25 Beloved Restaurants That Are Gone for Good, the restaurant announced in June that it's changing its name. (The restaurant's namesake is the English actor who played the butler in the Shirley Temple films.). 1986-present // South Loop After returning from World War II, American service members brought back memories and souvenirs from the South Pacific. 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. 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. Schaller's Pump, opened some 130 years ago in the city's Bridgeport neighborhood, took top honors in the ranking. 3. Now, its your classic (and totally legit) neighborhood joint serving good drinks and tavern eats. Info? Chef David Jarvis had me at pecan-breaded oysters, a crunchy, sweet and earthy dish that curled my toes in 1990. 32. (1899-1970) & 4179 W. Irving Park Rd. (Cantonese) No one has yet equaled its egg rolls, sweet and sour pork, chicken sub gum chow mein, and pan-fried noodles. Gene & Georgetti, 500 N Franklin St., 1941. If there were more justice in the world, Savarin would be around still. (I dubbed them Hogan's Heroes at the time.) Best of all was brunch, an assortment of American dishes served dim-sum style from wheeled carts a gimmick that would inspire restaurants such as State Bird Provisions in San Francisco. led to Earwax angrily closing its doors in 2011.What's taken its place: Heartland Caf, minus the good vibes.Hot Doug'sWhat it was: Doug Sohn is closing his revered hot dog temple on October 3, but we're mourning the end of our interactions with Doug as much as the sausages themselves. Market Plaza Mall Rolling Meadows, IL. Perched atop the Macys flagship on State is The Walnut Room the first-ever restaurant to open inside a department store. Just take a look around sophisticated and classy is what this place is all about. 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. 1974 - A Chicago food writer . 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. That includedconstructing long-lasting, local haunts that would remain open for over a century, and then some, so even modern Chicagoans canfeel the history in the air when they frequent these places. 7.7k Views 14. All-day breakfast is one way to make people happy, and that's what Minnesota chain Happy Chef aimed to do. .goog-te-banner-frame { If youre interested in visiting some of the oldest bars and restaurants in Chicago, we put together a handybucket list for you to explore in the new year. Experience a sliver of Chicago history at the oldest bars and restaurants in the city. .prisna-gwt-align-left { 1993-2006 // Evanston Brought to life by a Swedish immigrant, this bar is one of the focal points of Andersonvilles deeply rooted culture. 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 . Light on the tongue pizzas, terrific pasta dishes and clever desserts helped Sole Mio to a very nice, nine-year run that ended in 1997. 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. Whats taken its place: Since Pecking Order closed in July, Subidos food has been popping up at farmers markets and other food events. 2003-present // West Loop And within a decade, there were more than 200 locations across America offering 10 burgers for a buck. E: info@urbanmatter.com Long live the queen. Millrose Restaurant & Brewing Company / 45 S. Barrington Rd. I included some big names, but also quite a few lesser-known restaurants that appealed to me personally. Some of the restaurants Borzo highlights had some pretty remarkable ways of attracting customers. Still, according to Bennigan's website, you can own a Steak and Ale today, so franchising opportunities may be available. But what sometimes seemed like capricious ingredient pairings always made sense on the plate. Located in the Old Town Triangle, this place was once a real-deal speakeasy, back when alcohol was a no-no. And the restaurants, with their giant happy chef greeting customers outside, grew through the Midwest to more than 60 locations. 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. The chain eventually lost steam in the '80s, with the last spot closing in 1996. Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon! 4. No, not the four-star restaurant by Curtis Duffy and Michael Muser, which is still very much alive. Open in Google Maps. Launched in January 2016 by longtime Chicago chef Patrick Crane (currently at the Hidden Shamrock gastropub in Lincoln Park), the site is a place where chefs and others reminisce about departed restaurants. I miss the Wilmette original more than the Northfield sequel, but mostly, I miss Jarvis' food. 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. 1966-2005 // Gold Coast Owned by the Capitanini family since 1927, the downtown Italian Village is Chicago's oldest Italian restaurant. VIP's opened in 1968 in Oregon and had grown to 15 restaurants by 1971. Le Franais 1946-1987 // Evanston / co-owned by Steve Dahl. (Chicago Tribune ). 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. In the 1940s and 1950s, and even into the 1960s, tiki bars popped up all over the United States, including in Chicago, as people . Henry's Hamburgers first opened its doors in the 1950s. They only served alcohol to men (ouch), that is, until 1969 when Gloria Steinem protested for womens rights. Greg Borzos 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. Facebook/Gene & Georgetti Chicago. Shangri-La 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. } From the late-19th century to the 1970s, restaurants had one surefire way of standing out. .goog-text-highlight { (Chicago Tribune ). The idea was quickly copied by national chains. 17. 9. Red Star Inn Sounds like an interesting combobut it worked. This restaurant has been recognized and celebrated by many food critics, tv shows, and magazines, so it definitely deserves a spot on your bucket list. But if you grew up in California, you will know it well. box-shadow: none !important; 1946-circa 2003 // Bronzeville Rex's Cork And Fork / 1317 E. Main St. St. Charles, IL. Though originally opened under a different name, the restaurant, purchased by George "Harvey" Schaller just on the heels of the Prohibition Era, is a short walk from U.S. Cellular Field. 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. After graduating from the U of I with a Bachelors in English, Courtney hit the ground running. And some fan favoriteslike Burger Chef, G.D. Ritzy's, and Howard Johnson'sfell by the wayside. (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. NAPERVILLE, Ill. (WLS) -- Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay is planning to open another of his namesake restaurants in downtown Naperville. Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba! Until 1995, the only way to experience chef Jean Joho's food was by digging deep into your wallet to dine at Everest. 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. She died of natural causes following her testimony before a grand jury, forever a queer icon for the LGBTQ+ community. St. George & The Dragon / Multiple Chicagolandarea locations, The Pacific Club / 50 Yorktown Rd. The area has been gentrified, which began in the 80s. Today, one location remains in Michigan. D.B. In 1941, Gene Michelotti and Alfredo Federighi opened the first steakhouse in Chicago called Gene & Georgetti. (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. You have to include Barneys! While it peaked in the '50s, White Tower was still fairly popular in the '70s. Parse's Hot Dogs / 7049 W. Higgins Ave. Norwood Park, IL. (192?-1995). Kinzie Street looking west from State Street, Chicago, 1970. By the late '70s, though, the company had been sold. Now its sold online, along with her famous spaghetti sauce. When it launched in 1966, Steak and Ale's concept was revolutionary: cheap but tasty steak and an unlimited salad bar. Originally called El-Side Tavern for its location beneath CTA train tracks, Kellys Pub is a great spot to reminisce the history of Chicago. RELATED: This 7-day smoothie diet will help you shed those last few pounds. Ambria Jan 16, 2023, 3:50pm PST. But few know that the popular Greek specialty, flaming saganaki, was created in Chicago. 1938-present // Gold Coast It's only open for breakfast and lunch, and the menu consists of trademark dishes like cupcake-batter pancakes and sweet and savory French toast, but you can also just get a basic omelette or granola.The Mashed Potato ClubWhat it was: Named for its signature dish, which could be garnished with more than 100 toppings including jelly beans and pickled beets, the Mashed Potato Club was an eccentric outpost in River North. But before that Grace, there was chef/owner Ted Cizma's restaurant, named for his younger daughter and located, oddly enough, a block east of the current Grace. 5. 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. 28. Sign up to unlock our digital magazines and also receive the latest news, events, offers and partner promotions. Jerry and Carolyn Buster, who had worked under legendary chef Louis Szathmary at The Bakery, opened this homey suburban restaurant, which oozed country charm. Take that, caesar salad! You can almost hear the sound in Michael Abramson's pictures of Chicago nightclubs in the 1970s. Addressing Deforestation Across Supply Chains, 15 Discontinued Sodas You'll Never See Again, Big Shef has been available for limited runs, 17 Failed Chain Restaurants From the 1980s That Will Make You Feel So Nostalgic, 10 Old-Fashioned Sodas You Forgot You Loved, staff members went by the nickname "Towerettes. To mark Day of the Dead (All Souls Day, if you prefer) on Thursday, Phil Vettel shares his 15 most-missed restaurants in Chicago and suburbs. 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. 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. Bamboo Inn Restaurant and Cocktail Lounge at 11 N. Clark Street, Chicago. (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. French cuisine, sometimes with Japanese accents, was the menu's stock in trade, opera music played discreetly overhead and, due to Rohr's severe allergies, Jimmy's Place was the first Chicago restaurant with an outright ban on smoking (along with perfumes and scents; Rohr often said the overly cologned male customers were most problematic). 302 West. Chicken Unlimited / Multiple Chicagoland area locations. 23. The Naperville Ramsay Kitchen will be the third of its kind after outlets in Boston and Las Vegas . This picture of an Edgewater, WI barn was taken in 1975. They were probably funny but rebellious. We uncover the best of the city and put it all in an email for you. Thanks for subscribing! 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. Founded by a German immigrant who sold beer in Chicago at the 1893 Worlds Fair, this family-owned business has become a Chicago legend. (1961-1984), Burger Chef / Multiple Chicagoland area locations. (Mexican) Did Rick Bayless think we had never eaten tacos or enchiladas before? (Contemporary American) The bon vivant Gordon A. Sinclair brought sophistication to a seedy stretch of North Clark Street, and River North was born. 2. Chicago, IL. Le Titi de Paris chef/owner Pierre Pollin, center, stands with maitre d' Marcel Flori, left, and captain Claude Marcel, in 2002 as the restaurant was entering its 30th year. Pie-Pan Drive-In / 5950 N. Cicero Ave. Chicago, IL. Irene Brown remembers taking trips with her mom to the Japanese market Toguri Mercantile when she was a kid in the 1990s. We still miss the cloches and the gorgeous dessert cart. For dessert, there was a shimmering tempered-chocolate cube that cracked open to reveal fluffy espresso mousse. There were about 170 restaurants in the U.S. at that timebut 10 years later, all of those were bought out by Dairy Queen. Ownership changed hands many times throughout the '80s, and the company eventually went bankrupt. So they must be doing something right. 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. Dont be fooled by its somewhat nondescript appearance. 12. Even as Beef Wellington lost its fashionability in the 1970s and 1980s, it continued as a Bakery mainstay. display: none !important; (1949-2015). It closed in 2006 after 12 years,. 1939-present // Glenview Never doubt Henry's eye for talent. 25. Cause ladies like a cold one, too (thanks, sister). Reviews, photos, and highest-rated dishes from Oak restaurant s was a hit i (The building is now a Cheetah Gym. Located in The Drake Hotel, a Chicago landmark, this place is the definition of old-time-y elegance. View Website Earn 3X PointsSave. 26. The company's top-seller, a 1940s menu from a Chicago seafood restaurant, is also one of the most . Howard Johnson's. Jordan Smith/Flickr. Chicago sleaze 1965. After the ban ended, it was in the group of the first Chicago establishments to receive a liquor license. (773) 478-9129. We're far too young to have firsthand experience, but we still dream of sitting on the chrome stools in the pink neon glow every time we watch Risky Business, when Tom Cruise and Rebecca De Mornay enjoy a bite after some slo-mo CTA shagging.What's taken its place: Still seeking a gastrointestinal lube job at 4am with a side of nostalgia? Michigan and Washington, Chicago, 1970. Roger W/Flickr. Casual dining at its finest, VIP's was a well-known chain in the Pacific Northwest. News? ), Golden Bear Family Restaurant / Multiple Chicagoland arealocations (19??-1984). 18. (1972-2000) image courtesy of Ute Nevara, Nate'sDeli (formerly Lyon's Deli) / 807 W. Maxwell St. Chicago, IL. /a > Name Good. 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. Charlotte's Pizza / Route 14 Barrington, IL. This was the perfect fall restaurant, I thought; the menu offered game (chutney-glazed grilled quail, grilled venison with mustard sauce), and Carolyn's voluptuous soups were not to be missed. (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. So yeah, theyve seen it all. Although younger generations may know of Howard Johnson's thanks to Mad Men, '70s kids will remember actually visiting the orange-roofed restaurant chain. Arthur T. LaBar/Flickr. Gordon Ramsay North America has put out a number of listings for staff positions for the new restaurant, which it says will be located at 39 W. Jefferson St. She now writes a breakfast column for the Chicago Tribune, and while it's delightful, it's no replacement for the best breakfast spot in town.What's taken its place: A notable new breakfast place hasn't opened since the closing of Ina's, so we'll pick an old standby: Southport Grocery. Maison LaFite, they shoot back. And its still known for getting pretty rowdy now. Similar to Denny's or Shoney's, the family eatery was a 24-hour establishmentsome were even built into the drugstore. 38. What follows is a list of 40 restaurants that epitomize Chicagos impact on the culinary universe. 11. Lockwood Castle / 5400 W. Devon Ave.Chicago IL. Their epicenter was Earwax, a vegetarian caf with sometimes-decent art on the walls and perturbed art-school students behind the counter. All of that disappeared the following April, however, when a roof fire in the Plaza del Lago center destroyed Melange and other businesses. 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. In its heyday, the chain had more than 1,000 locations, which served fried clams and a whopping 28 ice cream flavors. The late Jimmy Rohr, veteran restaurateur and opera devotee, ran this refined, sophisticated restaurant in Avondale. Although it didn't hold up against Chili's, TGI Fridays, and Applebee's, there was a time when it was fairly ubiquitous throughout the states. But like many burger joints, Henry's couldn't keep up with the competition, and locations started closing rapidly in the late '70s. Read: where pork became the hippest food on the planet. Serving up fried chicken, fish, and chips, Arthur Treacher's peaked with more than 800 stores in the late '70s. Aruns 302 West was one of the finest restaurants the western suburbs ever produced. The restaurant chain became an American favorite, thanks to dishes like Hawaiian chicken and herb-roasted prime rib. Some of the restaurants Borzo highlights had some pretty remarkable ways of attracting customers. } (photo courtesy of Cragin Spring Flickr). Spiaggia Check out these old photos to see what Chicago's restaurants looked like in the 1950s. 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. (Contemporary American) Paul Kahan put American food through a modern lens and unleashed a sleeping giant. It continued to grow through the '70s before selling over half of its 57 locations to Denny's (which had a similar dining style). I narrowed my list to 15 restaurants, which wasn't easy. (Contemporary) This treasure has delighted for three decades simply because Yoshi Katsumuras gentle fusion continues to sparkle and his wife, Nobuko, continues to charm. According to them, the building itself was formerly owned by Schlitz during the first World War. 1920-1984 // Loop By the mid-'70s, the chain was spread throughout the East Coast and attempting to open in the Midwest. If youre a White Sox fan, youll feel right at home here. 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. (French) Well, maybe faux French, but the flower-bedecked courtyard was incredibly popular with the Ladies Who Lunch long before the phrase was coined. So if you're "hungry for a Henry's," that's where you should go. 24. And children of the '70s will remember that time well. Caf Parisien / 696 W. North Ave. Elmhurst, IL. (Contemporary American) Its star has faded, but memories of damned good food and Booth Onewhere Bogie and Bacall celebrated their weddingstill make our hearts race. 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. There were 91 freestanding locations when the chain sold to the Marriott Corporation in 1988. Avec 2003-present // West Loop. Downtown was a bit quieter and the density of buildings on the Near North Side, especially around River North, was far lower. (He famously banned cellphones from the dining room in 1991.) When most restaurants close, the Chicago eating public just shrugs its collective shoulders and sets its sights on the latest exciting opening in Logan Square. The rathskeller was known for its horse-betting, gambling, stripping, and other vices during the 30s, which eventually got Lottie arrested in 1966 when the city started to crack down on criminal activity. Fritzels Whenever I dined here, I always felt cooler than I really was. But the main draw is the live music, with nightly jazz performances from big-name artists and local acts through the early morning hours. The restaurant caught national attention, too, winning best new restaurant from the James Beard Foundation. Same location or home to something new..?? No. 1950s, Joan Crawfords Tips for a Great Party: Everyone Welcome, Except Hippies With Unwashed Feet, Before Google Maps, There Was a Navigation Hotline You Could Call for Directions, 1963, Antonio's Steak House at 1528 N. Wells Street, Chicago, Bamboo Inn Restaurant and Cocktail Lounge at 11 N. Clark Street, Chicago, Cafe Bonaparte Sheraton, Blackstone Hotel, Chicago, Camellia House Restaurant, Drake Hotel, Chicago, Club El Bianco at 2747 West 63rd Street, Chicago, Elizabethan Room, Congress Hotel and Annex, Chicago, Fireplace Inn at 1448 N. Wells Street, Chicago, Glass Hat Restaurant, Congress Hotel, Chicago, Henrici's Restaurant at 67 West Randolph, Chicago, Honolulu Harry's Waikiki at 204 Wilson Avenue, Chicago, Jacques French Restaurant at 900 N. Michigan Avenue, Chicago, Kon-Tiki Ports Restaurant, Sheraton-Chicago Hotel at 501 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, Kon-Tiki Ports Restaurant, Sheraton-Chicago Hotel at 505 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, Kon-Tiki Ports Restaurant, Sheraton-Chicago Hotel at 605 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, Kungsholm Scandinavian Restaurant at 100 E. Ontario Street, Chicago, Martinique Restaurant and Drury Lane Theatre, Chicago, Myrtlewood Bar, Indian Room, Blackhawk Restaurant, Chicago, Porterhouse Room, College Inn, Sherman Hotel, Chicago, Sayat Nova Armenian Restaurant at 6465 N. Sheridan Road, Chicago, Shangri-La Restaurant at 222 N. State Street, Chicago, Southwest Inn at 4501 South Cicero Avenue, Chicago. Carsons 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). Edgewater Beach Hotel, Chicago, 1970. Blackbird 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. I raved about the eclectic, but utterly professional, gem in Wilmette, a very pretty space done in aqua and salmon hues and dishes like Jarvis' wild turkey breast stuffed with truffle mousse. The second you walk in, youll feel like youre dining with family, and its been that way for decades. 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. Staples like ropa vieja, honey-roasted pork chops and ceviche were served alongside finely crafted mojitos by a friendly (and, we'll say it, impossibly attractive) staff; weekend brunch featured chilaquiles and a terrific chorizo benedict.What's taken its place: Though Logan Square is a trek to sate North Center Cuban cravings, D'Noche, Cafe Con Leche's nighttime alter ego, offers a solid approximation of Caf 28's menu and ambience.Charlie Trotter'sWhat it was:Charlie Trotter's was one of the most iconic restaurants Chicago has ever had. 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