All Penguin Point Restaurants in Indiana have Closed
Created by the Stouders back in 1950, Penguin Point was known for its great grub & top-notch service. Now, the restaurant chain is closed.
CLOSED
A closed restaurant is unfortunate, but it’s a sad reality when businesses like Burger & Suds, Dad’s Favorite Burgers, Penguin Point, Relish, and Scotty’s Landing shut down permanently.
Las Viñas BBQ replaces La Palma in West Miami
Las Viñas BBQ has replaced the iconic La Palma restaurant, which has closed permanently. The landmark building was once Burger King number two.
Remembering The Belgian Monk in Punta Gorda
I was pleasantly surprised by the cuisine at the Belgian Monk in Punta Gorda.
Of course, they tout their French onion soup, but those meatballs are the real stars.
Remembering Fierro Argentine Grill in Miami
You’ll find Fierro Argentine Grill at an open-air food hall on Bird Road. I’ve driven by it dozens of times and never stopped, but then, we did.
Brester’s Coney Island in Ocala, Florida
On February 28th, 2022, the Brester’s Coney Island Facebook page announced the restaurant’s closing due to medical reasons.
This was two weeks to the day since I ate lunch there.
Hamburger Haven in West Palm Beach, Florida
Let’s keep this real simple stupid; you must go to Hamburger Haven in West Palm Beach.
The double cheeseburger is phenomenal, so don’t share with anyone.
Remembering Hangry Al’s Sub Shop in Pembroke Pines, Florida
Hangry’s Al’s Sub Shop in Pembroke Pines delivers the goods with solid homemade comfort food sandos like Mama’s Meatball and Al’s Burger subs.
Restaurants & Food Trucks I’ve Enjoyed that Closed
The restaurants and food trucks listed are gone but will continue to live-on here in my blog and through our delicious memories.
Fritas Domino has Closed Permanently
The closing of Little Havana’s Morro Castle in 2017 was a giant blow to Miami’s Frita community.
And now, here we are just four years later, and Miami’s original Frita Cubana spot Fritas Domino La Original has closed without any fanfare whatsoever.
Dad’s Favorite Burgers in Delray Beach – CLOSED
Owner/Chef Daniel Diaz nailed it right out of the gate with the name Dad’s Favorite Burgers. The food also appears to be firing on all cylinders with made-to-order burgers, french fries, shakes, and pies.
The Short but Awesome Life of the Burger BEASTmobile
The Burger BEASTmobile only existed for a few short months in early 2011 and featured some great restaurants like Charm City Burgers, El Mago del Fritas & Shake Shack.
Council’s Bradenton Recreation for Burgers
Council’s Burgers in Bradenton were classic in every sense of the word. This Bradenton landmark opened its doors in 1926 and closed in March 2020.
The Little Drug Company in New Smyrna Beach, Florida
The Fountain, an old-fashioned soda fountain, will make you think you walked through a time portal instead of the front door to the Little Drug Company.
Grandstanz in Calhoun, Georgia
The Grandstanz farmhouse building has a billboard outside that says, “Ain’t No Better Biscuit, Burger or Fries.”
Soto’s Kitchen in Jacksonville, Florida
As I update this post about Soto’s Kitchen in Jacksonville, I’m saddened to say that they have closed up shop for good. This pandemic has been brutal.
Remembering Johnnie’s Pit Beef Pop-Up at Taurus
I was lucky enough to be one of the first to try a few of Johnnie’s Pit Beef sandwiches. I will follow Phil and Veronica from Johnnie’s Pit Beef blindly.
Don Hall’s Hollywood Drive-In in Fort Wayne
Don Hall’s Hollywood Drive-In in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is an old-school joint you need to visit. Why? Hall’s has plenty of burger history and excellent food.
Dog ‘n Suds: Restaurants, Root Beer and History
Uncover the story behind Dog ‘n Suds and its role in shaping the drive-in and root beer industry. A tribute to an American classic.
Remembering The Cafe 72 in Doral, Florida
The Cafe 72 was as Miami as it gets. Chef Frankie brought all these Miami flavors we love together and sold the food out of a window in a gas station.
Parkette Drive-In in Lexington, Kentucky
Even though Lexington, Kentucky’s Parkette Drive-In closed on June 28, 2022, I still have fond memories of the Poor Boy Double Decker and Hot Brown.
El Alpha Dog Food Truck in Miami
El Alpha Dog Food Truck is a breath of fresh air to the Miami Food Truck scene.
Get there early cause the lines do get intense!
Kruk’s Philly Steaks in Naples
Kruk’s Philly Steaks by John Kruk in Naples; try the pizza steak, buffalo steak, and, of course, the Kruker!
The Stuffed Beaver in Jacksonville, Florida is CLOSED
The Stuffed Beaver is that rare gem of a restaurant where everything is on point! It was so good that I went back the following day for a second meal.
Bennigan’s in Melbourne, Florida – CLOSED
We were excited to visit the Bennigan’s in Melbourne, Florida. Then we ate there, making us rethink why this restaurant had legendary status.