Oh the stories that could be told of all of those places over the years. I took that photo of Culps in the Arcade in 1969. Hotels near National Museum of the US Air Force, Hotels near Boonshoft Museum of Discovery. olds88 & copson i think your right about where culps was and also where davids was. Another frequent stop for my cafeteria-loving grandparents. !.. Many friendships and memories made during my Cambridge years. MCL: This is a chain of about 20 cafeterias in the Midwest. Get quick answers from MCL Cafeteria staff and past visitors. I think Ill have to be going to this one soon. CAMBRIDGE INN: The Cambridge Inn was never an inn, it was a small chain of cafeterias.And when I think my grandparents, I can't really think of them without thinking of this cafeteria. None of us will be back there again. WOW MAN !!!.. Not really someplace I would have gone but my group was there.More, This restaurant isn't fancy and it doesn't have a wow atmosphere, but the food is amazing and delicious. good but the deviled eggs left a little to be desired in filling and taste. That neighborhood was left high and dry for those who didn't drive. Ill occasionally throw in stories of my travels, journalism adventures (Im a Pulitzer prize-nominated journalist), fascination with grocery stores and Kmarts, and much more! It was a special place in a different era, that is for sure. Small bowl of green beans $3.19 Theyhad chicken stuffed with stuffing and strawberry shortcake. You know, in thinking about it, a plus to the cafeteria concept over a buffet is that it does to a degree cut down on how much you eat. And every bite was enjoyable. We wound up not eating some of our pecan pie, so they brought us a box to take it home--another plus over buffet style. I love their fried chicken, Harvard beets, mashed potatoes. We entered, selected different types of stuffed chicken, potatoes, vegetables, rolls, two slices of pie, etc. The benefit of this sort of place is--you can get a good restaurant-style meal, carved beef, chops, chicken and such, and be sitting at your table eating less than ten minutes from when you walk into the place. I really miss the old downtown my friendAnd that is how i will always remember them.. don. I pass by the old Hyde Park store all the time. Does this restaurant offer table service? https://www.facebook.com/133871669991219/posts/3686129631432054/?d=n. Home cooking!" Paul. I am wondering, though, whether you are mixing up Bill Knapps on the kids menu Bill Knapps, had a kids menu that was a Giraffe, Elephant and, I think, a Zebra. Ok, just one more thing: my sister said that the women's bathroom was really filthy.More. IKEA: Yes, the garish stores synonymous with Sweden and cheap dorm-room furniture also operate honest-to-goodness cafeterias. Great article! I love Sacksteder's Interiors! 2) Mamma E Mia Trattoria located in downtown Dayton . We like the desserts, especially when there are sugar free choices. But again, Holy Cow, 30 years???? Wait time to be served was good as the line was kept moving without feeling like we were being rushed. Any time I need a floral arrangement, I always find something beautiful that fits into my home dcor and at a great price! We entered, selected different types of stuffed chicken, potatoes, vegetables, rolls, two slices of pie, etc. The priest wouldnt let him in to give her a ticket.. he found her later when he went into culps for lunch.. she was waitressing, he never gave her the ticket, and, the rest is history. You sit at regular tables with real silverware and real glasses. I've heard good things about them, but haven't been to one. Makes me feel like plopping down in that corner stool that's open and have one of those roast beef dinners, with custard pie for dessert! I've eaten here for decades - the food quality and selection, friendly service, cleanliness and atmosphere are all excellent! Thanks my friend.. Where did you get that picture ?. Made me feel very comfy. I believe my favorites were the Elephant and Giraffe but can not remember what they consisted of? Kevin in reference to the cafeterias.I have eaten at picadillys theyre just sort of o.k. How did I become such a cafeteria connoisseur? The last Culps I remember was in Kettering, along Far Hills acrossed the road from our street. The benefit of this sort of place is--you can get a good restaurant-style meal, carved beef, chops, chicken and such, and be sitting at your table eating less than ten minutes from when you walk into the place. Prices are really good too. Her name was Sadie. 3 pieces of broccoli $3.89 Do you think a developer owns and is just sort of holding it hoping the land value rises? We have been going here for years. Copyright 2000 - 2020 Amish 365 | Powered by Touch The Road. It closed its doors sometime in the late 80s, but the building is still there. Tuesday is chicken pot pie day so I try to go then but every day is special. Need I say more? and do you know what year it was taken?.I'm trying to figure that out by the ladies style of clothing maybe late 50's early 60's maybe?. Yup this is on my list of go backs. and found it to be very dried out like it had been sitting out to long. They cooked the vegetables to mush, for one thing. Yes, MCL Cafeteria offers takeout services. None of us will be back there again. Ive spent almost three decades exploring Amish settlements and kitchens from Maine to Montana and almost everywhere in between. Open now : 10:30 AM - 8:30 PM. If that Cambridge Inn (by Target) is the one in Middletown,OH on S. University BlvdI was asst. that big head and those hands and how he is seated.. and even the ears and haircut, the typical dayton barber collage cop cut.. he ate lunch at culps all the time, a lot of the cops did. THE HOT SHOPPE: I remember this chain well. The cost for both of us was about $28--high when compared to a burger joint, but low compared to lots of regular restaurants--especially when you consider all that we got. :) Hope you had a great Christmas! speaking of cafaterias does anyone remember the Westward Ho? She would never go out with him. And every bite was enjoyable. Showing your age joey m..Remembering bob shrieve's.. Those were some darn good ( MOON PICTURES ).. ( WHEN THE CRABGRASS BLOOMS AGAINAND I KNOW I'LL BE WEEDIN, AND I KNOW THAT I'LL BE NEEDIN, YOU BY MY SIDE,, AGAIN )..My favorite song from bob shrieve Joey m.. BUTCHES BAR sold some darn good (real turtle soup ), man it was great.. I ended up helping managers at the Hyde Park and North College Hill Cambridge Inns while I was attending school. You tell the worker which one you want, they pile it onto your plate, hand it to you and you move on. Is the site going to get it? I love mcL and was sad when they closed the one in Bloomington INdiana where my sister lives.however have you been to Gray Brothers cafeteria in Mooresville INdiana>I may be spelling it wrong but the food is sooooo good.,I love in south Carolina but fly up to Indy and my sister meets me and we usually stop at Gray bros or at poes cafeteria which is good too its not far from Mooresville Indiana.my brother in law loved cafeterias hes passed away 8 yrs ago but we still go to them when we can.if youre ever at myrtle beach s,c, or near Greensboro n,c, k and w cafeterias are good also,have a blessed night and a merry Christmas and keep on writing I really enjoy your blog.ms Pat mccurry. You tell the worker which one you want, they pile it onto your plate, hand . My parents loved that place. No waiting for your meal to be brought out. Thank you for the info.. i'm 56 You wouldnt believe how that picture has affected me.. Also, i was living in riverdale when the flying pizza opened across from the biltmore hotel on n.main st. I just cant.. Hi Kevin. Any Lubys fans among our readers? From simple makeovers to complete renovations of all sized spaces, our skilled Interior Designers promise to exceed your expectations. Stuffed chicken breast is usually available evert day and Chicken Parmesan is very good. he was fifteen.. we talked about downtown and OLD RAGS.. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. Needless to say, we took leftovers home for the night. I really can't think of an item I haven't liked and I've been going to MCL for years. Ok, just one more thing: my sister said that the women's bathroom was really filthy. Are the prices at this restaurant mid-range / moderate? 35 went through. 4485 Far Hills Ave, Dayton, OH 45429-2405 +1 937-299-9009 Website Menu. I was 15 when I worked at Culps in the Arcade. Let it go.". They are and were great people..The pizza hasnt changed at all man. My grandparents on my Dads side ate out almost every night as my grandma became too frail and arthritic to cook. Christina, Julie, and Kelly on salads. Beth, Molly, Nicole, Kim, Nikki, and Nina can help change and upgrade your home or commercial space to your style! I went with the Fried Chicken, Barbecued BakedBeans, Gouda Macaroni and Cheese, fresh baked Roll and the dessert was Homemade Chocolate Cheesecake . Both places have kept the original building shell but have painted the brick. News Death NoticeEVANS, Mary Elizabeth [Wenninger] age 99, went gently to God, on Wednesday, August 24, 2011. I remember the Carillon had great custard. Prices are really good too. Id do weekly bookkeeping or help fill in needed hours part time. - kevin. You can only fit so much food on that tray and, unlike a buffet, a cafeteria is not all you can eat. A "con" to the cafeteria is that darn tray. had chicken stuffed with stuffing and strawberry shortcake. He was native of Dayton, OH. Loved both of them. The waitress was awesome, but she had to attend to the whole room (25 or so people) by herself. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Yet, if I were to somehow venture inside, I could probably move through it blind-folded I knew the way so well. Entdecke GREENVILLE, OHIO: IGA STORE (D. TEASFORD) (1934-43 MIDGET MATCHBOOK COVER) - F18 in groer Auswahl Vergleichen Angebote und Preise Online kaufen bei eBay Kostenlose Lieferung fr viele Artikel! The door clicked shutand I climbed into my car, the smell of mashed potatoes lingering in my mind long after I left. You go to the buffet line and imagine what you want. Conveniently Located in Cincinnati & New Trenton. I do remember York Steak House, there was one in my local mallthere actually is still one location open - in Columbus. Your email address will not be published. 9:34 AM. Kids eat free there on Tuesdays so, yes, we've gone to IKEA just to partake in their cafeteria experience. It has a great variety and the people are so nice. There were several in the Cincy/NKy area. There also was a cafeteria over at Patterson and Wilmington called Sacksteders who closed sometime ago. A pretty good one too. I recently got a delightful note from reader Tibby who used to run Sacksteders Cafeteria, a popular eatery in Dayton. Reasonably priced. I have also purchased whole pies to bring to family gatherings. We had many meals with them at this comfort food kingdom. One was located in the Florence Mall. As I pulled into the empty parking lot, Icould practically smell the fried chicken, the mashed potatoes, the roast beef sliced directly from a block, and pie. Servers come around and refill water glasses, bring you extra things like napkins. or maybe had a court date. copson you mentioned bob shreve. He was so camera shy anyway.. Theres still a cafeteria up in Kettering called the MCL and it is pricey and not of the quality that I remember from the others. They werent directly over the food but close enough that if the airconditioner was on , would that dirt be blown onto the food. He was a dayton police officer.. We ate enough to last for hours and were out of the place about 50 minutes after we walked in.More, What a great place. Remember the Westward Ho salad dressings (French, Italian, 1,000 Island and Blue Cheese (was extra) and the roast beef dinners and potatoes/carrots/onions as a side and mushrooms (I think they were .25 extra) and the pies! Son of Raymond J. Sacksteder and Elizabeth Ann Kidder, brother to five sis-ters; Ann, Susan . I went today because of the daily special of Liver and Onions. This place didn't briefly become a Haunted House, it still is one,lol. Meet the Sacksteder's Design Team. That man seated to the left at the end of the counter is my father. I was her favorite place in Dayton. I dont even know if that old bar is still there..I miss that turtle soup ! I really can't think of an item I haven't liked and I've been going to MCL for years.More, We had lunch there in April 2018. If I could purchase everything idea they have, I certainly would! Review. I have my eye on a chest of drawers and I may have to break down and just simply GET IT for myselfthe design ideas are always trendy and up to date with a touch of perfection. My mother was working at culps as a waitress when my father met her.. My old haunt had actually become a haunt. It was goodMore, I took my grandsons to MCL for lunch and as they say, their eyes were bigger than their stomachs! I would describe it as a good Sunday-dinner. and about baumers my best friend worked at a barber shop next door and i remember going to baumers for the best turtle soup i ever had. Basically, a cafeteria is the school lunch line in a grown-up setting. What about the original BBQ sauce at Old Hickory next door. I just loved how the building looked from the outside. I went there frequently with my grandparents..I can still remember taking the tray through the cafeteria line, getting some roast beef, dessert, and then we'd all stake out a big round table (round tables are so nice). So many wonderful choices to delight the tastebuds. Iced Tea (Unsweet or Sweet) $3.09 At this point in my life, Im glad to no longer have to work holidays.so many turkey & Dressing orders! As we stood in line tonight, and I was trying to remember everything that was out of business in the vicinity. Yet all of this without the animals at the trough mentality of a buffet. he was in a picture of the flying pizza on n.main street downtown when it first opened. Not really someplace I would have gone but my group was there. 3 posts. I can reconize that big irish cop anywhere.. What a favor.. I dont like the entrees, vegetables are goodMore, It has been a long time sine I have been here. he also told me how that little store on main st financed two families.. mostly at a slice at a time.. and that his uncle, that little guy, was quite the ladies man..( apparently my sis wasnt the only one.). Cafeterias are still popular in hospitals. Here are some that come to mind: LUBYS: This is a cafeteria chain that thrives in Texas, but just in Texas. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. . You walk in and the places is so inviting and welcoming. Always a delightful experience when I visit their showroom. I go just to satisfy her taste. What a really mean person! We come here at least once a month and always have a good meal. Couldnt begin to tell you how many inside rounds (road beef) I carved during those years. I began my CI journey when I was in high school at the Hyde Park store. On our visit Wednesday, the 8th. Nice picture, donw. Yes, Cathy, that was the onewhen did you work there? Which gets to me the subject of cafeterias. I decided to get out of my car for a minute and look around. Cheers, Cathy. The liver is very moist and tender and taste outstanding. Friendly staff and managers that welcomed first timers. What we like about cafeterias is paying for what you get, not a buffet price where you feellike you paid a lot, so you need to pack in everything you can. SACKSTEDER, Thomas J. I pass one in Richmond, Indiana, but, lo and behold, there is apparently one in Kettering, Ohio (about 20 minutes from me), how did I miss that all these years? First of all. The service was top notch. Hello Kevin, Portion is generous and side chouces are nicely varied. An inch but, then, I heard a voice. This is where I grew up and it was one of my favorite places my Mom took my as a child. I loved my stuffed chicken and had a couple of bites of my wife's and thought it also excellent. We know that Geoffrey's political affiliation is unknown; ethnicity . Its also in a different place than it use to be at the Hyde Park Plaza. Why not. Our family pretty much headed to either Westward Ho which had great deals or the Carillon cafeteria. Such pleasant memories, I get wistful everytime I pass the old building. PICCADILLY CAFETERIAS: This is a cafeteria chain found primarily in the South. Do you remember the clack?. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family, Keven. right on the corner of w3rd st.across from the big courts bldg. It sort of fits your category because it was also done cafeteria style. The cost for both of us was about $28--high when compared to a burger joint, but low compared to lots of regular restaurants--especially when you consider all that we got. Maybe you can help me out on that one? I find the shorter carry-out line convenient on days I want to just run in and grab something tasty to take home for my dinner. Everything is fresh and tastes well seasoned! MCL Cafeteria. It was good. Detailed Reviews: Reviews order informed by descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as cleanliness, atmosphere, general tips and location information. I could envision my white-haired, distinguished grandfather patting his stomach after a big meal with a look of content satisfaction. It had a neon train sign on the bldg.. Dad just walked to work back then..I cant believe that picture man.. They featured a very wide variety of entrees and other items and while it wasn't cheap, it wasn't expensive either. Ah, I love the Cambridge Inn memories..of which I have many. Years ago there were many cafeterias in the area. Tibby workin the front. Ive heard that their cafeterias are among the best anywhere. Ill have to wait about 10 years to go. I so hope you see this post !!.. A Dillman's Grocery, a Hill's Department Store, and The Cambridge Inn were the names I could recall. Worked for Danners Imc (parent company of Cambridge Inn) for almost 10 years. small bowl of Macaroni & Cheese $3.59 I was her favorite place in Dayton. First, I think that is called trespassing. And one of their favorite restaurant formats was the cafeteria (in hindsight, Im not sure why, since carrying a tray was difficult for grandma). I took that photo of Culps in the Arcade in 1969. Save. $8.99 Jun 27, 2012. "Here are a few long-gone places that I miss: 1) Waldo Peppers on National Road in Vandalia across from the airport. Small bowl of Beef Manhattan$8.99 Cambridge Inns all had this distinctive faux-English dcor with brick facades bordered by wooden beams. Anyone remember Vito's on Dorothy lane in Kettering? I was asst, mgr. The windows were boarded up. taste's exactly the same.. still great !!!.. Hey olds88, now that sounds familiar man, we should research that.. Are you familiar with kettering?.. I worked there for about a year until I left the company to come back to Cincy to attend school to be a medical asst. Meet the team. Thought it was a bad idea as the big seniors complex was right there and left old timers with no place to go get a hot meal. Does anyone know?.. The staff are warm, welcoming, and helpful. Sometimes Geoffrey goes by various nicknames including Geoffrey Thomas Sacksteder and Geoffrey T Sacksteder. Speaking of defunct chains, do you remember York Steak House? Ive written before about buffets, that is a whole separate topic (and one Ill delightfully tackle again sometime soon). Second, going in won't bring back your childhood memories, the mashed potatoes, the pie, your grandparents. There were several Cambridge Inns in the Midwest, one right in my hometown. more. like you paid a lot, so you need to pack in everything you can. I remember the Carillon had great custard. This creepy sign now sits outside the old Cambridge Inn. my wife and i had a long conversation with the fellow working there in the beavercreek store. *As a member of various affiliate programs I earn from qualifying purchases. And they have the best fried chicken!!!! one and one half deviled eggs $3.19 Family-Placed ObituarySACKSTEDER, John Z., Age 72 of Kenwood passed away at home on Saturday, December 8, 2007 from complications of multiple myeloma and amyloidosis. I remember the kids menu had meals that they named after animals. No perusing a menu. We only went there today because we used to take mom there long time ago. You sit at regular tables with real silverware and real glasses. I cant remember it's location in kettering.. https://www.facebook.com/133871669991219/posts/3686129631432054/?d=n Needless to say, we took leftovers home for the night. Marionberry Pie $4.09 When I worked at a store in the mall, I would go to York Steak House on my lunch break and get their sirloin tips with sauted onions and mushrooms. Looks like the Cambridge Inn had at least at one time had a brief life as a haunted house. to get 3 orders of the liver. I love Sacksteders! My wife really likes their liver and onions, fried chicken and their catfish. does anyone know wher to get good turtle soup and i dont mean mock turtle soup 1. And they have the best fried chicken!!!! Interesting, thanks for the update, I'll have to maybe try it out sometime, it'll bring back all those Cambridge Inn memories for sure! He was in plain clothes in that picture he must have been a detective by then. More paprika flavor They changed the sauce to more generic BBQ in the early 1990s. John Ness cookin mornings, Dave at night. Yes it would be great to tour it once again. Kinzeler in the dishroom. We ate enough to last for hours and were out of the place about 50 minutes after we walked in. Great variety of food choices, everything ranged from quite good to delicious. Yup this is on my list of go backs.More. We rank these hotels, restaurants, and attractions by balancing reviews from our members with how close they are to this location. Thanks again for bringing back some wonderful childhood memories!!! I noticed that there was considerable amounts of dirt on the overhead sprinklers. there were other owners on also and he would interview you sometime during the show.shreve didnt drink but they had a cooler full of schoenling draft. 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