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. Ok, just one more thing: my sister said that the women's bathroom was really filthy.More. So many wonderful choices to delight the tastebuds. more. I've eaten here for decades - the food quality and selection, friendly service, cleanliness and atmosphere are all excellent! I love their fried chicken, Harvard beets, mashed potatoes. Hello Kevin, Conveniently Located in Cincinnati & New Trenton. It is a fantastic store full of ideas and design tips from traditional to modern styles. I dont like the entrees, vegetables are good. I ended up helping managers at the Hyde Park and North College Hill Cambridge Inns while I was attending school. Oh the stories that could be told of all of those places over the years. I remember a lot of it.. lol.. smales pretzels.. sooo good !!. And they have the best fried chicken!!!! right on the corner of w3rd st.across from the big courts bldg. Yes it would be great to tour it once again. I noticed that there was considerable amounts of dirt on the overhead sprinklers. Scratch that. The door clicked shutand I climbed into my car, the smell of mashed potatoes lingering in my mind long after I left. Ive written before about buffets, that is a whole separate topic (and one Ill delightfully tackle again sometime soon). No perusing a menu. Thompson/Mike Sarmir on cleanup. But there is always a big choice! There it was. 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! I just loved how the building looked from the outside. The food here is always like homemade! I loved my stuffed chicken and had a couple of bites of my wife's and thought it also excellent. Anyone remember Vito's on Dorothy lane in Kettering? I took that photo of Culps in the Arcade in 1969. Ill have to wait about 10 years to go. I began my CI journey when I was in high school at the Hyde Park store. I have also purchased whole pies to bring to family gatherings. I alway's saved mine to eat while watching bob shreves all night movies on the weekends.. (holy trinity church ) on e.fifth st.and bainbridge, it was in the back ground of one pictures of e.fifth st..and those old stores in the arcade, i remember them just as they were on that site.. I was her favorite place in Dayton. Beloved mother of Mary Katherine Evans, Martha A. Osterday (John), Edna Gorman (Robert); l How did I become such a cafeteria connoisseur? This place didn't briefly become a Haunted House, it still is one,lol. 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! 2) Mamma E Mia Trattoria located in downtown Dayton . I love Sacksteder's Interiors! Vito Gasettas was moved to dorothy lane from brown st. when rt. Unclaimed. MCL: This is a chain of about 20 cafeterias in the Midwest. Small bowl of Beef Manhattan$8.99 PICCADILLY CAFETERIAS: This is a cafeteria chain found primarily in the South. The green beans were verygood but the deviled eggs left a little to be desired in filling and taste. Are you sure you want to delete this answer? Wait time to be served was good as the line was kept moving without feeling like we were being rushed. Then I got the urge to try the door. Portion is generous and side chouces are nicely varied. I recently went to the flying pizza in beavercreek with my wife and seen his picture in their store. Needless to say, we took leftovers home for the night. What Do The Amish Plant In Their Gardens? A Dillman's Grocery, a Hill's Department Store, and The Cambridge Inn were the names I could recall. Isn't that interesting? Review. Is the site going to get it? They featured a very wide variety of entrees and other items and while it wasn't cheap, it wasn't expensive either. conditioner was on , would that dirt be blown onto the food. Does this restaurant offer table service? She would never go out with him. I do remember York Steak House, there was one in my local mallthere actually is still one location open - in Columbus. We ate enough to last for hours and were out of the place about 50 minutes after we walked in. Let it go.". I downloaded that picture man and printed it out.. and i'm going to give it to my sister.. When we travel, it's hard to squeeze in time for some fancy restaurants, where it might take 85 minutes or so to get served and eat--even without dessert. 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. First, I think that is called trespassing. I let it go. Updated: Dec 22, 2016 by Kevin Williams | 14 Comments. He lived at the gibbons motel in the arcade when he went on the police dept in 1948. 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. Family friendly. there from late 1984 until mid 1987 when I was transferred to the Cambridge Inn, Evansville, IN. Beans, Gouda Macaroni and Cheese, fresh baked Roll and the dessert was Homemade Chocolate Cheesecake . I remember the kids menu had meals that they named after animals. 3 people, small meals, $75.00+ . 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! My voice: Kevin, are you crazy?, Wistfully, I let go of the door and it clicked shut. 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. I remember the Carillon had great custard. My mother was working at culps as a waitress when my father met her.. From simple makeovers to complete renovations of all sized spaces, our skilled Interior Designers promise to exceed your expectations. 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! Needless to say, we took leftovers home for the night. We had many meals with them at this comfort food kingdom. he was in a picture of the flying pizza on n.main street downtown when it first opened. Any Lubys fans among our readers? 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. I cant remember it's location in kettering.. Are you sure you want to delete this question? I remember thinking it was a very cool looking building when they built it. I went with the Fried Chicken, Barbecued BakedBeans, Gouda Macaroni and Cheese, fresh baked Roll and the dessert was Homemade Chocolate Cheesecake . They cooked the vegetables to mush, for one thing. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Welcome to Amish365, where I share my knowledge of Amish cooking and culture! We entered, selected different types of stuffed chicken, potatoes, vegetables, rolls, two slices of pie, etc. It sort of fits your category because it was also done cafeteria style. SACKSTEDER, Thomas J. You sit at regular tables with real silverware and real glasses. At this point in my life, Im glad to no longer have to work holidays.so many turkey & Dressing orders! I would describe it as a good Sunday-dinner. Do you think a developer owns and is just sort of holding it hoping the land value rises? Marionberry Pie $4.09 THE HOT SHOPPE: I remember this chain well. Do you remember the clack?. We have been going here for years.More, I love Liver and Onions an it is the special here on Thursday's. Always a delightful experience when I visit their showroom. Required fields are marked *. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. Yet, if I were to somehow venture inside, I could probably move through it blind-folded I knew the way so well. A good clean place to see the food before you order it. Any time I need a floral arrangement, I always find something beautiful that fits into my home dcor and at a great price! We have been going here for years. We know that Geoffrey's political affiliation is unknown; ethnicity . Your email address will not be published. Yup this is on my list of go backs.More. Cambridge Inns all had this distinctive faux-English dcor with brick facades bordered by wooden beams. lol.. But the one restaurant format that seems to get no respect these days is the cafeteria. They are and were great people..The pizza hasnt changed at all man. Nice picture, donw. It may be a 35 mile drive to get here but once I get here I know that I will be in Liver Heaven. Tibby workin the front. Matt Martin/Steve Sarmir on pots and pans. It was a special place in a different era, that is for sure. Which gets to me the subject of cafeterias. The area is super ran down now, almost a ghetto to be honest. Thank's again donw for all your help.. DON Hey donw.. i enjoyed that second site address you sent to me.. 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. I believe my favorites were the Elephant and Giraffe but can not remember what they consisted of? Stuffed chicken breast is usually available evert day and Chicken Parmesan is very good. I will definitely be back in before the holidays! What about the original BBQ sauce at Old Hickory next door. So good to hear from a former Cambridge Inn employee! No waiting for your meal to be brought out. I was her favorite place in Dayton. It was so wonderful to read your article on The Cambridge Inn in Centerville Ohio. There was at least one in the city of Cincinnati that we frequented with my grandparents. We only went there today because we used to take mom there long time ago. Friendly staff and managers that welcomed first timers. Her name was Sadie. So, what cafeterias besides the ones found in hospitals, schools, etc still exist and thrive today? What could possibly be inside after 30 years? Kevin in reference to the cafeterias.I have eaten at picadillys theyre just sort of o.k. :) Hope you had a great Christmas! my wife and i had a long conversation with the fellow working there in the beavercreek store. 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.. The food was average for a cafeteria style restaurant. Yes, MCL Cafeteria offers takeout services. This is where I grew up and it was one of my favorite places my Mom took my as a child. Prices are really good too. He was a dayton police officer.. 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. We lived on west second st in the 400 blk right downtown in the late 50's to 60 or 61.. (I was just about four or five or so ).. the CLICKITY CLACK wasnt far from the safety bldg. Ok, just one more thing: my sister said that the women's bathroom was really filthy. There was one in North College Hill (Cincinnati) that is now Frickers Sports Bar/Grill. Nothing tasted bad, most was very good. There are so many choices that it is hard to hold back from getting a lucious desert when you also picked out a huge sweet bunto go with your meal. He was so camera shy anyway.. 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. 3 pieces of broccoli $3.89 We only went there today because we used to take mom there long time ago. I've heard good things about them, but haven't been to one. Beth, Molly, Nicole, Kim, Nikki, and Nina can help change and upgrade your home or commercial space to your style! John Ness cookin mornings, Dave at night. When dad was in uniform near the safety bldg one morning he caught her jaywalking near sacred heart church and he tried to stop her, and she ran from him..she ran into the church. I just cant.. There were several Cambridge Inns in the Midwest, one right in my hometown. Remember DAVID'S BUFFET ?..My oldest brother worked there many many years ago.. IKEA: Yes, the garish stores synonymous with Sweden and cheap dorm-room furniture also operate honest-to-goodness cafeterias. Today was such a trip and I proceededto get 3 orders of the liver. None of us will be back there again. I hated it. And one of their favorite restaurant formats was the cafeteria (in hindsight, Im not sure why, since carrying a tray was difficult for grandma). my mother use to take me to the CLICKITY CLACK it was a little restaraunt downtown near the safety bldg near where wone was later located. The waitress was awesome, but she had to attend to the whole room (25 or so people) by herself. One word: grandparents. he was fifteen.. we talked about downtown and OLD RAGS.. Here it is: The old Cambridge Inn in all its glory. I loved working there. copson you mentioned bob shreve. There also was a cafeteria over at Patterson and Wilmington called Sacksteders who closed sometime ago. 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. It was good. They were the best I'd ever had in my life. It was my first real job. Mom likes chicken livers, and MCL has them on Mondays. I dont even know if that old bar is still there..I miss that turtle soup ! What a really mean person! good but the deviled eggs left a little to be desired in filling and taste. When we travel, it's hard to squeeze in time for some fancy restaurants, where it might take 85 minutes or so to get served and eat--even without dessert. Why not. 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. Basically, a cafeteria is the school lunch line in a grown-up setting. Everything is fresh and tastes well seasoned! 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. Thanks my friend.. Where did you get that picture ?. Years ago there were many cafeterias in the area. I dont like the entrees, vegetables are goodMore, It has been a long time sine I have been here. Oh, the pie. Hey olds88, now that sounds familiar man, we should research that.. Are you familiar with kettering?.. I recently got a delightful note from reader Tibby who used to run Sacksteders Cafeteria, a popular eatery in Dayton. I cant possibly imagine trying to juggle two young girls and my tray at once. I never did eat at the Cambridge Inn. News Death NoticeEVANS, Mary Elizabeth [Wenninger] age 99, went gently to God, on Wednesday, August 24, 2011. Donw. Can anyone expound on this? Great variety of food choices, everything ranged from quite good to delicious. 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