. US National Archive/Flickr. Mary and John Gekas had been in the hospitality industry for decades (John actually first opened The Palomino in 1948, sold it and then reopened it), but it is The Palomino that most folks remember. Restaurant Menus Restaurants Chow Archives Events City Week: Weekly Picks Events Today This Weekend Staff Pick Listings . Served western style, that means a small salad made with iceberg lettuce, ranch beans AND a baked potato with all trimmings. Rita Connelly. Jondall and Stuart Dutcher unload a massive drug seizure from inside a water truck at the Tucson, Michael Sheehy, assistant agent in charge, watches TV monitors showing, While giving a Halloween safety demonstration to elementary school children in 1988, Pima County Sheriff Clarence, was dressed as a giant white bunny - Roger Rabbit - when he inhaled a tuft of fur that came loose from the. The Hungry Fox has been serving up home cooked meals and double yolked eggs for 50+ years. As part of the festivities, Tom Morgan, a member of the Tucson Boys Chorus, showed off his roping skills. Cushing Street Bar & Restaurant, Est. Magee Road goes left to right at the top of the photo. The Star has a Tucson history email newsletter! Both are active in local charities; Alma lives across the street from them. Come join for the cooler days of the fall and winter seasons at Tucson's iconic St. Philip's, 02apr11:00 amYay Yoga! Tucson Restaurants Biscuits Country Cafe Biscuits Country Cafe Claimed Review Save Share 346 reviews #13 of 1,215 Restaurants in Tucson $ American Cafe Vegetarian Friendly 7026 E Broadway Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85710-2805 +1 520-290-2556 Website Closed now : See all hours See all (67) Ratings and reviews 346 RATINGS Food Service Value Atmosphere Details Hosted by Weird Wolf, a self-proclaimed wild animal that loves movies. I do need to sleep eventually. . She took up the guitarron, an enormous, fat-stringed guitar-like rhythm instrument, because that is what the group needed when she joined. For more information, visitcushingstreet.com. El Charro Caf differentiates itself from other Tucson restaurants starting with its age. All proceeds go right back to their mission of agriculture, nutrition, and culinary education to Tucson youth! Employees at Gates Learjet assemble aircraft wings at the Tucson plant on March 15, 1982. The Holiday Inn Downtown, now called the Hotel Arizona, was the setting for the Amphitheater High School prom on April 4, 1987. A U2 high altitude surveillance plane stationed at Davis-Monthan AFB in flight over the Tucson area in July, 1986. 06apr5:00 pm9:00 pmCaf la CArt 1st Thursday Dinner5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Arizona Caf La C'Art. Tucson Weekly; 7225 N. Mona Lisa Rd; Suite 125; Tucson, AZ 85741 (520 . The two men responsible for these attacks were Lee Boyd Malvo and John Allen Muhammad. Love of Reading Week is an annual literacy program that originated in the Tucson Unified School District in 1982. Chef Marcus will be creating a spectacular 5 course Wild Game menu to be paired with 5 local craft beers! In 1984, when David died, he took over complete management. Here's a look at Tucson in the late 1980s. The 102-store mall at North Oracle and West Wetmore roads would be the city's largest when it officially opened on March 22, 1982. Iron Maiden, an English heavy-metal band featuring lead singer Bruce Dickinson, performed at the Tucson Community Center on Feb. 26, 1987. The complex was billed as a self-sustaining environment for humans, and in 1993 eight "biosphereans" ended a two-year stint living inside its sealed ecosystem. A reformed smoker, Hagman carried a teddy bear-shaped plastic bottle. People remember The Palomino for its outstanding Continental fare and exquisite service. After Quarantine. 1980 W Orange Grove Rd Ste 180 Tucson, AZ 85704. Just ask a couple of longtime Tucsonans where they used to eat, and you're bound to hear some interesting tales. It was the kind of place for a romantic date, a family gathering or a solo dinner. Adam Lehrman started Tucson Foodie in late 2008 as a way to track his search for the best food Tucson had to offer. The views out the huge picture windows were divine. Before 1922, orphaned children in Arizona were lucky if they could hitch a wagon ride to an orphanage in California; the unlucky ones were sent to reform school or jail. Karaoke at Jeffs Pub (Credit: Jeffs Pub). These clowns may be all smiles on the outside, but look at those eyes. Strawberry and Chicken Salad at Eclectic Cafe (Credit: Brian White). The Gekas family has a long and storied history in Tucson's hospitality scene. 1964, Franks Restaurant / Franciscos de la Noche, Est. From high-end steakhouses to family-owned and cozy Mexican restaurants or Italian bistros, Tucson can take diners on a journey of all foods and ambiances for quite a long time. The show promoted a canned-food drive for the Community Food Bank and brought in about 800 items. Addie Ibarra, native Tucsonan, is a fierce lover of adventure, travels, and Star Wars. Dont forget to bring your own mat!? As North Sabino Canyon Road got wider the Tack Room Boot was given the boot, or at least moved a couple of feet to the east, on March 8, 1983. Research shows both that Tucsons Good Earth was part of that franchise and that it wasnt. She was respected by adolescent kids. The Caada del Oro Wash is at left. For more information, visithotelcongress.com. The Happy Hive X Button Brew House presents: Youre So Golden. More than 500 guests attended, and the event raised more than $7,500 for St. Luke's Home, a residence for low-income elderly women. Neighborhood bars. People had never seen anything quite like The Solarium, at least not in Tucson. Smokey Mo. This far eastside spot was the placefor steaks and ribs. Theyre closed Mondays, so plan accordingly. Tucson was a major player in the film industry in the 1970s and 1980s. La Mariposa Restaurant at 1500 N. Jones, Tucson, in January, 1983. Their margaritas have been perfected over the past 71 years and pair well with basically anything on the menu. Even though many people told me that I mustinclude this place in my book the only thing I found was an old menu in a compilation book. Chow down on Tucson's best barbecue. Dinner was served by tuxedoed waiters who seemed to know what you wanted before you did. The food here was innovative as well. All are. The celebration took place on Jan. 30, 1987. Enjoy delicious food, craft cocktails and a movie, 01mar6:00 pmWild Game & Beer Dinner featuring Barrio Brewing6:00 pm Arizona, Chef Marcus will be creating a spectacular 5 course Wild Game menu to be paired with 5 local craft beers! John died in 1982. A public page with a Running Timeline listing & commenting on local business & restaurant closures in the greater Tucson,. Dont miss out on their Bloody Mary Bar and signature Cast Iron Baked Eggs. And for more chains that didn't stand the test of time, don't miss these 17 Failed Chain Restaurants From the 1980s That Will Make You Feel So Nostalgic. Every 1st Thursday of the month, Caf la CArt opens for dinner service. Specialties: A modern boutique hotel located in the heart of Tucson, The Tuxon seamlessly blends the city's calming, natural beauty and storied past with its emerging arts and culture scene. "Father Murphy" filming at Old Tucson on February 2, 1982. Tues,Thurs @ Danny's Baboquivari Lounge 12-6 Wed,Friday@. Prices are creeping up to So. The Lost Restaurants of Tucson originally published on December 7, 2015. Kerr extended that elegance to his own place. Some homecoming royalty, including Diane Kocour, center, tried their hand at avoiding the muck. The enchilada sauce set a standard. Guests included George C. Scott, Paul Newman, Willie Nelson and President Gerald Ford. The president of the National Restaurant Association proclaimed "Dining Jane's Addiction performs in the University of Arizona Student Union cellar on Sept. 22, 1987. Their oysters, martinis, and other cuisine is timeless, however. But on April 5, 1982, about 1,500 people attending the eighth annual Rodder's Day Convention in Rio Rico, north of Nogales, could view this classic car. A catlike steel claw gouged the last life from the Stray Cat bar. Try their Cucurucho, a crisp flour tortilla cone with melted cheese, filled with your choice of chicken, beans, shredded beef, red or green chile beef; topped with lettuce, tomato, cheese, and guacamole. Hopilicious Hoppy Lager paired with a Salade Gourmande and Roasted. For more information, visitkarichimaka.com. Columnist William F. Buckley and wife Patricia wait to reboard the 20th Century Rail Tours train in Tucson on May 26, 1982. Albert Avenetti works with reinforcing bars for surfing pond at Breakers Water Park under construction on May 25, 1982. By day, the hotel is a destination for adventure seekers drawn to desert trails and mountain landscapes. El Presidio Hotel onJuly 10, 1987. This roadside food stand turned Mexican restaurant and tavern, has long since joined the 25+ club. For more information, visitkingfishertucson.com. 7. Old Times Kafe, a 1940s ranch house-turned-restaurant has served fresh, homestyle eats since 1986. Taking a break from the action on the dance floor, senior Sharol Sebastyen shows a photograph to senior Tabitha Thornhill while prom guest Jimmy Williams looks on. Lotus Garden offers a wide range of Cantonese and Szechuan cuisine. Theresa Miller sings to Scotty Stinger, Romeo Radonich, and Abe Jacob in this photo, taken May 19, 1982. 1 Bath. Either way, Land was forced to close his popular restaurant. It may have helped that posters were put up around the arena, signed by the band members, asking the crowd not to throw things at the band or each other and not to damage the seats. Leuders, the chapter president, blamed the demise of the Edsel on its name, that of Henry Ford's son. Not too many exist today but one great example is Kon Tiki, located at 4625 East Broadway Boulevard in Tucson, that will give you an idea of the tiki bars of years past. They also have a wine shop boasting over 500 wines and over 300 spirits. Grab some friends, grab some blankets and roll through every other Wednesday! Three passersby help push a car stalled in the rushing water at the intersection of Alvernon and Grant Road. Since 2000, the nonprofit facility has also housed men. They have an ever-changing dinner menu and specials in addition to their regular menu. Construction was under way on the new Sunrise Drive, at right, near Craycroft Road on May 4, 1982, but the road project was being contested by some of the nearby residents. All are ready to be planted into your spring garden. / website: mojocuban.com / address: 1929 E. Grant Road. Built on a 1958 Ford Thunderbird chassis, Butts had equipped it with a new 427-horsepower, 352-cubic-inch Ford engine. Posted at 01:41h . Signage at Franks (Credit: Theresa Delaney). The decision doesn't mean the proposed $2 billion project southeast of Tucson can be built. Vegetarian dishes shone, but red meat lovers could still find such dishes as beef stroganoff and a creamy Cajun chicken. Tucson, AZ 85716 (520) 240-6947 Owned by Chef Wendy Garcia, this sunlit Mexican joint on E 6th Street is a paradise for vegetarians. at T&B North11:00 am Arizona Tap & Bottle North. Despite economic woes (recession and inflation), the energy crisis, urban decline, crime, and escalating restaurant prices, restaurant-going continued to rise. Step inside the marigold building and up to the counter to order the carne asada, fish,. People thought nothing of driving miles to eat there. Its all in the name. This image shows the housing for Peabody Coal Company workers, which is located on the Navajo Nation. On the inside, they are ready to bark, "Get the hook!" Following meetings with Pima County engineers, residents won some revisions to the plans. They closed in 2011. The menu had maybe a total of five entres. Mary and son, Jim, then ran the place, finally closing The Palomino in 1994. When John died in 1982, Mary and son Jim took the reins. All Rights Reserved. Baja Cafe. By Faith D. 7. South Tucson is a city in Pima County, Arizona, United States and an enclave of the much larger city of Tucson.South Tucson is known for being heavily influenced by Hispanic, and especially Mexican, culture; restaurants and shops which sell traditional Mexican food and other goods can be found throughout the city. Taste of a decade: 1980s restaurants Despite an off-and-on economy, the 1980s was a decade in which Americans ate out more often than ever before. Three men float in inner tubes along the Rillito River on Oct. 4, 1983. Joining in support of their beleaguered vehicle on April 25, 1987, at Reid Park were (kneeling from left) Tom Aukskalnis and Bob DeVoil, and standing from left: John Aube, Dave Davis, Scott McKinzie and Glenn Lueders. Many staff members, from busboys to chefs, worked for the Gekas family for decades. Trying to separate Billy Idol from his ridiculous, hilariously exaggerated image is like trying to separate Mick Jagger from his lips. 5425 N Kolb Rd Ste 115, Tucson, AZ 85750-6099 +1 520-529-8877 Website Menu. 80s Night Clubs in Tucson, AZ About Search Results Sort: Default All BBB Rated A+/A View all businesses that are OPEN 24 Hours 1. The review went on to say, "Through it all, Billy curled his lip and played the idol. The moving of the statue was part of the flood control project on March 24, 1982. The beans were some of the best in town. By Now, they've. Steak Sandwich at Codys Beef n Beans (Credit: Jackie Tran). After all, the Ford Motor Co.'s Edsel had become a symbol of failure and the butt of many jokes since it was introduced with the 1958 model. While youre here, be sure to take a little break with friends on the beautiful cobblestone patio to enjoy a delectable brunch with bubbly bottomless mimosas or a signature cocktail from three award-winning restaurants, Reforma Modern Mexican. Some are included in my book, released on December 7, 2015, The Lost Restaurants of Tucson. The reason for not including some of the others has more to do with space and not because they didnt deserve mention. Their home is filled with many mementos of the restaurant. Two dogs lounged outside the Alpine Lodge in Summerhaven on Mt. A post shared by Mike Sr & Mike Jr (@leruasfinemexicanfood) on Apr 12, 2018 at 9:42am PDT. 06apr5:00 pm9:00 pmCaf la CArt 1st Thursday Dinner5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Arizona Caf La C'Art. Here, Rick Howard, second from right, shows Randi Lee Brandfass the fine mechanics of weaving on a hand loom. A little pricier than its sister restaurants, this was a special-occasion place for many Tucsonans. They also have a cup of chili for $2.50, so take that Wendys. The kitchen broke everything down from scratch and then created such plates as osso buco, lamb shank, steak tartare and a long list of original plates. The Good Earth was in Tucson at least as long ago as the early 80s. Arizona lawmakers eliminated the state sales tax groceries in 1980. Beau Bridges hosted the 1992 tournament. There was also a supreme version available . Keep reading with a digital access subscription. Boeuf Wellington (Credit: Le Rendez-vous). A fire that originated in the kitchen in 1995 nearly shuttered the place but the Colligan family persevered. Eating and reading are two pleasures that combine admirably, said C. S. Howe Gelb, left and Scott Garber of Giant Sandworms in Tucson in 1983. There are still two Gino's Burgers and Chicken locations in Maryland today. A full view of Main Library, under construction at Pennington Street and Stone Avenue is shown looking south from Franklin Street. The old Southern Pacific Railroad Warehouse on North Stone Avenue and West Franklin Street had seen better days by September 10, 1982. They sold the place in 1948, but bought it back in 1968. A recent fire has rendered the restaurant uninhabitable for now, but theyre still catering their classics out of a commissary kitchen in the meantime call(520) 623-5307 to order for your next event. Lemmon on 4/18/87. Tucson Firefighters at the scene of a fire at Grant Road Lumber on Aug. 25, 1980. Who cant appreciate a slice of good, traditional pizza? After all, according to the posters, "real metal fans go to concerts for the music.". Bill Gruning opened the first one, in South Orange, in 1910; stores would . Contestants pose in the "Tootsie Lookalike Contest" at Cowboys, 6321 E. 22nd Street, Jan. 20, 1983. Valenzuelahimself would appear on the commercials for years. The Northwoods 2702 N. Miracle Mile With a snowy. They have an ever-changing dinner menu and specials in addition to their regular menu. Pam Kragt has attended a Memorial Day service at a veterans cemetery in the Midwest every year for as long as she can remember. While youre here, be sure to take a little break with friends on the beautiful cobblestone patio to enjoy a delectable brunch with bubbly bottomless mimosas or a signature cocktail from three award-winning restaurants, Reforma Modern Mexican. This self-service collection consists of yellow and white pages telephone directories for most U.S. cities and towns. The participant at left is wearing a guitarist Eric Clapton tour shirt. Alma stayed active in the business until 2000. After being on display at the Davis-Monthan Air Force Base Arizona Aerospace Days, "The Wall" would then be moved to a location near the Tucson Community Center for several more days. Shannon Road curves to the left at top of the photo. The menu featured tableside Caesar salad, grilled escargot and Chateaubriand for two. Mac Alpine's Restaurant, Phoenix Mac Alpine's Soda Fountain/Yelp Special menu items were named after their daughters--Rowena, Ginger and Michelle--other employees and even regular customers. A marketing rep. for Radio Shack Computer Center, 5622 E. Broadway, Tucson, at the helm of a TRS-80 computer in September, 1982. There wasn't anything fancy about the place. The hotel was gutted by fire in 1989. (Photo courtesy of Karichimaka on Facebook). U.S. Customs Service agent Mike Danielson appraches a vehicle at crossing into the U.S. at the U.S. Former Tucson High School basketball player Walter Hoegie" Simmons in November, 1982 in Tucson. It speaks volumes that even though the Condiss divorced they still ran the business together for years. (Photo courtesy of La Parrilla Suiza on Facebook). Sign up attucson.com/timemachine. For a casual environment and superb service, visit Codys and try their 16-ounce T-bone special on Fridays or Saturdays. (Photo courtesy of Grandma Tonys on Facebook). By night, the bar and pool serve as an alluring getaway for cocktails and conversation. Portillo's Tucson restaurant is not far from the popular homegrown Luke's Italian Beef, which Chicago native Luke Del Principe opened after moving to Tucson in the early 1980s. American. Rachelle and Alfonso Araneta were great in that way: They were always willing to help people in need, and they treated staff members like me as if we were their daughters, even though they had three of their own. A balloon fiesta held at Midvale Park on 2/21/87. Boba and Bubble Tea. Big Apple. Michael Sheehy, assistant agent in charge, watches TV monitors showing border activity from the Nogales Border Patrol station in 1986. See more ideas about memories, restaurant, howard johnson's. So it was a cause for celebration when in 1922, the Missionary Society of the Christian Church of Tucson founded the Arizona Children's Home. Zen Rock Bob McMahon's Metro Restaurants group ran The Tack Room for another three years, and in 2003, the place closed for good. "It was the best meal I had all week," says one longtime fan. Among the numbers Idol performed were his renditions of "White Wedding," "Mony, Mony" and "To Be a Lover." The Olive Tree was the place to go for great Greek food and outstanding service. Come join for the cooler days of the fall and winter seasons at Tucsons iconic St. Philips Plaza Market every Saturday and Sunday for the largest collection of original and uniquely Tucson artwork and creative products in the city! A few booths in faded pink vinyl lined the outside wall that was made up of huge windows overlooking the small parking lot in front. Chances nightclub, at 6542 E Tanque Verde Rd., started as a disco and restaurant and was a popular spot for many on January 7, 1982. Raising their glasses in celebration, Margret Augustine and Carl Hodges toast the groundbreaking for the Biosphere 2 project in the Oracle area. Among the rewards for the lucky few who were pulled over by the law were slush drinks, Tucson Toros baseball tickets and health club memberships. The OpenTable Team 10 Restaurants Updated February 02, 2023 Feb 28, 2023 7:00 PM 2 people Find a table Renee's Tucson $$$$ Italian East Tucson 785 reviews The sheriff left the classroom and began choking and vomiting. As seen in this photo from May 7, 1987, Wright, then 36, was wearing a full-length indigo cloak and a vintage Walkman-style headset. Mezcal + Tequila, Union Public House and Proof Artisanal Pizza & Pasta while enjoying live music and stage DJ. Hosted by Weird Wolf, a self-proclaimed wild animal that loves movies. All breads and desserts were made in-house. Trost Bakery is another place that left behind only memories. Jul 11, 2014 - Tucson before the urban change. Cash or card accepted. These Vegetables Have The Lowest Carb Counts. It can't be done. You have permission to edit this collection. Several artisans, including painters, actors, spinners and weavers, visited the school at 4201 N. Melpomene Way on Tucson's east side to share their skills and pass along some traditions. It was the first restaurant in the Southwest to win Mobil Travel Guide Five Star Award (1977) and continued to earn that title for almost twenty years. It's not every day that one gets to see a 1948 English-made Ford Anglia. Only pure, wholesome, natural ingredients go into a Good Earth breakfast. Run by the Colligan family, The Hidden Valley Inn was immensely popular. 28 talking about this. Snapshots in time of the mid-1980s in Tucson. Its time had come and soon, it would be gone. Tucson police Officer Cathy Gaskins is shown testing her strength on March 19, 1982. Starts are $2 each and can also be bought in packs of 6. Homes similar to 301 W Michigan Dr are listed between $170K to $170K at an average of $205 per square foot. . Bumsteds Night Clubs Restaurants (2) View Menu Amenities: (520) 622-1413 500 N 4th Ave Tucson, AZ 85705 $ OPEN NOW I love this place! Open for 18 years. Events February 23, 20230. It was our home. tucson citizen photo archives 27 Feb. tucson citizen photo archives. For more retro photos of Tucson delivered to your inbox every week, sign up for the Star's Tucson Time Machine newsletter here:http://tucne.ws/time. 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Peters electrified the audience - well, not literally - with its moves to accompany Van Halen's "Everybody Wants Some." The Mexican national holiday commemorates a military victory over the French on May 5, 1862. Apparently there is no such thing as a slow-paced circus clown - the entire process took less than an hour. Zona 78 is a nice restaurant in east Tucson. Come join for the cooler days of the fall and winter seasons at Tucsons iconic St. Philips Plaza Market every Saturday and Sunday for the largest collection of original and uniquely Tucson artwork and creative products in the city! The story between Mafia Kitchen and me is pretty amusing, 02mar5:00 pm9:00 pmCaf la CArt 1st Thursday Dinner5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Arizona Caf La C'Art, Every 1st Thursday of the month, Caf la CArt opens for dinner service. The enormous menu was awe-inspiring for a restaurant of its time, including lines such as, We bring you an old-fashioned breakfast that helps you maintain a higher energy peak throughout your day. At 35-feet high and 16. Beefsteak Charlie's was a well-known restaurant chain based in the New York metropolitan area, which grew to over 60 locations in the early 1980s. Owner Norm Land ran into some problems in the late 90s over using the name, The Good Earth. Cal levels, which is irritating and my martini was not cold, but the salmon and pasta were both excellent. The plant sale will be at the Big Farm, 2201 East Roger Road. Begins this Sunday, and every first Sunday of the month @11 am. Here are my "signs" that you grew up in Tucson in the '80s and '90s. Wright finally was prepared to graduate in May 1987. 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