A Century of Restaurants: Stories and Recipes from 100 of America's Most Historic and Successful Restaurants

A Century of Restaurants profiles 100 of America's oldest and most historic restaurants. Each establishment is featured for its longevity, historic significance, interesting stories, and food. The collection includes the oldest Japanese restaurant in the country, stagecoach stops, elegant eateries, barbecue joints, hamburger shops, cafes, bars and grills, and two restaurants that both claim to have invented the French dip sandwich. Rick Browne traveled across America to document these restaurants, many of which have operated for 100 years or more, with some dating back as many as 300 years. Each profile includes a famous recipe from the restaurant, its history, a description of the establishment today, details about signature dishes, unique facts, and photographs. The book serves as a comprehensive tour of historic American restaurants.