This creepy sign now sits outside the old Cambridge Inn. Any Lubys fans among our readers? I know some elderly couples who make a practice of going there because they are reasonably priced. If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. SACKSTEDER, Thomas J. Geoffrey Sacksteder is 36 years old and was born on 09/09/1986. Ive heard that their cafeterias are among the best anywhere. I hated it. Otherwise known as "Chef Thomas", was born in Daton, Ohio on December 7, 1959. 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. And every bite was enjoyable. 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. There were several Cambridge Inns in the Midwest, one right in my hometown. https://www.facebook.com/133871669991219/posts/3686129631432054/?d=n 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. I haven't heard of most of the cafeterias that you mentioned, but I do remember there used to be a Morrison's in the Florence Mall. The CI in Evansville, IN is a Mexican restaurant. What about the original BBQ sauce at Old Hickory next door. manager there for about 3 years. Required fields are marked *. speaking of cafaterias does anyone remember the Westward Ho? *As a member of various affiliate programs I earn from qualifying purchases. I guess another plus to the cafeteria is that it is a very efficient food delivery system, taking the sit-down experience and compressing it. https://www.facebook.com/133871669991219/posts/3686129631432054/?d=n. Great variety of food choices, everything ranged from quite good to delicious. 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 really can't think of an item I haven't liked and I've been going to MCL for years. He was a dayton police officer.. 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! It is a fantastic store full of ideas and design tips from traditional to modern styles. They cooked the vegetables to mush, for one thing. 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.. Which gets to me the subject of cafeterias. If that Cambridge Inn (by Target) is the one in Middletown,OH on S. University BlvdI was asst. It was good. Maybe you can help me out on that one? I dont like the entrees, vegetables are good. Here are some that come to mind: LUBYS: This is a cafeteria chain that thrives in Texas, but just in Texas. Ive spent almost three decades exploring Amish settlements and kitchens from Maine to Montana and almost everywhere in between. I do remember York Steak House, there was one in my local mallthere actually is still one location open - in Columbus. I go just to satisfy her taste. I recently went to the flying pizza in beavercreek with my wife and seen his picture in their store. :) Hope you had a great Christmas! my wife and i had a long conversation with the fellow working there in the beavercreek store. The little italian guy the skinny one, one of the owners, really like my sister.. she was kinda tall and heavy set, real dark long hair, real pretty..healthy looking, if you know what i mean?. But the one restaurant format that seems to get no respect these days is the cafeteria. I was her favorite place in Dayton. Trending Amish Recipes & Photos, 2-25-2023: Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie, Noodle and Roast Casserole, Photos, and More! Sacksteders is a wonderful place to go for any home decorating need. The service was top notch. Remember him?. small bowl of Macaroni & Cheese $3.59 Prices are really good too. I think Ill have to be going to this one soon. Nothing tasted bad, most was very good. If you want a meal that tastes like Grandma made it, then this is the placefor you. The area is super ran down now, almost a ghetto to be honest. WOW MAN !!!.. An inch but, then, I heard a voice. Unclaimed. Back on topic i believe that Culps on far hills was in the old Liberal marketnext to St.Albert.There was a very good car wash next to it called Brownies. Its now a Recreation/senior center. Then I got the urge to try the door. 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! What Do The Amish Plant In Their Gardens? Kids eat free there on Tuesdays so, yes, we've gone to IKEA just to partake in their cafeteria experience. Isn't that interesting? Tuesday is chicken pot pie day so I try to go then but every day is special. I just cant.. Thanks my friend.. Where did you get that picture ?. Donw. Is the site going to get it? I downloaded that picture man and printed it out.. and i'm going to give it to my sister.. Loved working there Made many good friends with the folks I worked with over the years. Ham & Potato Casserole For a Crowd - Plus Other Ham Recipes! Home cooking!" Paul. MORRISONS: This was a very traditional cafeteria chain that had locations all over the USA, although I think there were bunches in Florida. More paprika flavor They changed the sauce to more generic BBQ in the early 1990s. I would describe it as a good Sunday-dinner. The door clicked shutand I climbed into my car, the smell of mashed potatoes lingering in my mind long after I left. We come here at least once a month and always have a good meal. Thank you.. i'm Don also.. donw. She would never go out with him. I've heard good things about them, but haven't been to one. Hi Kevin. Speaking of defunct chains, do you remember York Steak House? I let it go. First of all. The windows were boarded up. None of us will be back there again. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. MCL Cafeteria. Hi, my name is Kevin Williams and I am owner of Oasis Newsfeatures and editor of The Amish Cook newspaper column. The liver is very moist and tender and taste outstanding.More, I have never paid too much attention to the cleanliness of this location. And they have the best fried chicken!!!! it was always free slices from him.. 3 posts. It had a neon train sign on the bldg.. Dad just walked to work back then..I cant believe that picture man.. Nothing tasted bad, most was very good. The cashier overcharged me for the dark meat chicken (um legs and thighs are dark meat not light) and it wasn't quite as done as I like my chicken to be. Today was such a trip and I proceededto get 3 orders of the liver. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Welcome to Amish365, where I share my knowledge of Amish cooking and culture! 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. Family friendly. You idiot (I talk to myself a lot and Ive decided as long as I dont answer back, thats ok), what if you had gotten in? - kevin. Get quick answers from MCL Cafeteria staff and past visitors. 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). You sit at regular tables with real silverware and real glasses. right on the corner of w3rd st.across from the big courts bldg. Does this restaurant offer table service? You walk in and the places is so inviting and welcoming. Beans, Gouda Macaroni and Cheese, fresh baked Roll and the dessert was Homemade Chocolate Cheesecake . Kevin in reference to the cafeterias.I have eaten at picadillys theyre just sort of o.k. I was her favorite place in Dayton. I love Sacksteders! Makes you feel special when eating here. I never did eat at the Cambridge Inn. I so hope you see this post !!.. more. like you paid a lot, so you need to pack in everything you can. I recently got a delightful note from reader Tibby who used to run Sacksteders Cafeteria, a popular eatery in Dayton. Id do weekly bookkeeping or help fill in needed hours part time. I loved my stuffed chicken and had a couple of bites of my wife's and thought it also excellent. I took that photo of Culps in the Arcade in 1969. If I could purchase everything idea they have, I certainly would! Reasonably priced. Quick and inexpensive! 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 would have people on his show that owned bars or restaurants in the area i owned a pizza restaurant and got on there one night. So good to hear from a former Cambridge Inn employee! Hotels near America's Packard Museum - The Citizens Motorcar Co. Hotels near The Wright Cycle Company Complex, Hotels near Woodland Cemetery & Arboretum, Hotels near Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, Hotels near Hollywood Gaming at Dayton Raceway, Hotels near Huffman Prairie Flying Field Interpretive Center, Hotels near National Aviation Hall of Fame, Hotels near SunWatch Indian Village/Archaeological Park, Hotels near (DAY) James Cox Dayton Intl Airport, Hotels near (LUK) Cincinnati Municipal Airport, Mexican Restaurants for Families in Dayton, Restaurants for Special Occasions in Dayton, Restaurants with Outdoor Seating in Dayton. Yup this is on my list of go backs. Cafeterias are still popular in hospitals. 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! And they have the best fried chicken!!!! 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. Beth, Molly, Nicole, Kim, Nikki, and Nina can help change and upgrade your home or commercial space to your style! The sales people are very friendly and helpful. Nice picture, donw. As an adult, I still recall the meanest "boss" I have ever worked for. But there is always a big choice! MCL Cafeteria is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travelers: 4485 Far Hills Ave, Dayton, OH 45429-2405. Ill have to wait about 10 years to go. Any time I need a floral arrangement, I always find something beautiful that fits into my home dcor and at a great price! It's a great cafeteria. 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. A pretty good one too. I pass by the old Hyde Park store all the time. One word: grandparents. Beloved mother of Mary Katherine Evans, Martha A. Osterday (John), Edna Gorman (Robert); l Ok, just one more thing: my sister said that the women's bathroom was really filthy. As we stood in line tonight, and I was trying to remember everything that was out of business in the vicinity. It closed its doors sometime in the late 80s, but the building is still there. Yet all of this without the animals at the trough mentality of a buffet. 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. Theyhad chicken stuffed with stuffing and strawberry shortcake. The other party with me got the Rueben sandwichand found it to be very dried out like it had been sitting out to long.More. My mother was working at culps as a waitress when my father met her.. 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.). 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! So, what cafeterias besides the ones found in hospitals, schools, etc still exist and thrive today? 9:34 AM. There were several in the Cincy/NKy area. $8.99 My parents loved that place. Jun 27, 2012. Ah, such good memories! I loved my stuffed chicken and had a couple of bites of my wife's and thought it also excellent. How did I become such a cafeteria connoisseur? Thompson/Mike Sarmir on cleanup. Her name was Sadie. Share. Christina, Julie, and Kelly on salads. 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. Friendly staff and managers that welcomed first timers. 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 have also purchased whole pies to bring to family gatherings. A good clean place to see the food before you order it. conditioner was on , would that dirt be blown onto the food. The last Culps I remember was in Kettering, along Far Hills acrossed the road from our street. They are and were great people..The pizza hasnt changed at all man. That man seated to the left at the end of the counter is my father. he was in a picture of the flying pizza on n.main street downtown when it first opened. You tell the worker which one you want, they pile it onto your plate, hand . Do you think a developer owns and is just sort of holding it hoping the land value rises? I took that photo of Culps in the Arcade in 1969. Marionberry Pie $4.09 We entered, selected different types of stuffed chicken, potatoes, vegetables, rolls, two slices of pie, etc. Another frequent stop for my cafeteria-loving grandparents. A Dillman's Grocery, a Hill's Department Store, and The Cambridge Inn were the names I could recall. The food was average for a cafeteria style restaurant. 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! Do you remember the clack?. Second, going in won't bring back your childhood memories, the mashed potatoes, the pie, your grandparents. Yet, if I were to somehow venture inside, I could probably move through it blind-folded I knew the way so well. We entered, selected different types of stuffed chicken, potatoes, vegetables, rolls, two slices of pie, etc. The staff are warm, welcoming, and helpful. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Why not. Hey olds88, now that sounds familiar man, we should research that.. Are you familiar with kettering?.. Note: your question will be posted publicly on the Questions & Answers page. But then I noticed the sign by the driveway "Nightmare Manor." 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. They featured a very wide variety of entrees and other items and while it wasn't cheap, it wasn't expensive either. 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? Beth, Molly, Nicole, Kim, Nikki, and Nina can help change and upgrade your home or commercial space to your style! Not really someplace I would have gone but my group was there. 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. 48 reviews #90 of 418 Restaurants in Dayton $$ - $$$ American. Need I say more? 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. 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.. You tell the worker which one you want, they pile it onto your plate, hand it to you and you move on. I cant possibly imagine trying to juggle two young girls and my tray at once. One was located in the Florence Mall. We had many meals with them at this comfort food kingdom. It was out of this world real tender, juicy and plenty of onions. IKEA: Yes, the garish stores synonymous with Sweden and cheap dorm-room furniture also operate honest-to-goodness cafeterias. Its always, at least for me, a white-knuckled walk from the register to the table as I try to balance my splashing soda, salad, pie, and meal all while waiting for me to trip over my own feet and splatter my food everywhere. Yes, Cathy, that was the onewhen did you work there? lol.. Cheers, Cathy. Such pleasant memories, I get wistful everytime I pass the old building. Yes, MCL Cafeteria offers takeout services. Looks kind of creepy. "Here are a few long-gone places that I miss: 1) Waldo Peppers on National Road in Vandalia across from the airport. Ah, I love the Cambridge Inn memories..of which I have many. 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. Small bowl of mashed potatoes $3.19 But again, Holy Cow, 30 years???? Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family, Keven. 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. Made me feel very comfy. 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. I believe my favorites were the Elephant and Giraffe but can not remember what they consisted of? Are you sure you want to delete this answer? You go to the buffet line and imagine what you want. My voice: Kevin, are you crazy?, Wistfully, I let go of the door and it clicked shut. Your email address will not be published. Kinzeler in the dishroom. If you like a cafeteria setting then you'll love this one. I remember the Carillon had great custard. Many friendships and memories made during my Cambridge years. Need I say more? We only went there today because we used to take mom there long time ago. Let it go.". Wait time to be served was good as the line was kept moving without feeling like we were being rushed. They were the best I'd ever had in my life. Looks like the Cambridge Inn had at least at one time had a brief life as a haunted house. The waitress was awesome, but she had to attend to the whole room (25 or so people) by herself. Service is friendly and attentive. Tuesday is chicken pot pie day so I try to go then but every day is special. Always good food - great for a quick meal - excellent selections. It won't open. I can reconize that big irish cop anywhere.. What a favor.. Copyright 2000 - 2020 Amish 365 | Powered by Touch The Road. From simple makeovers to complete renovations of all sized spaces, our skilled Interior Designers promise to exceed your expectations. he was fifteen.. we talked about downtown and OLD RAGS.. Detailed Reviews: Reviews order informed by descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as cleanliness, atmosphere, general tips and location information. Loved both of them. I remember the Carillon had great custard. If memory serves me, they had this amazing hot fudge cake? It may be a 35 mile drive to get here but once I get here I know that I will be in Liver Heaven. This place didn't briefly become a Haunted House, it still is one,lol. MCL: This is a chain of about 20 cafeterias in the Midwest. . I go just to satisfy her taste. Conveniently Located in Cincinnati & New Trenton. We like the desserts, especially when there are sugar free choices. to get 3 orders of the liver. Mom likes chicken livers, and MCL has them on Mondays. I didn't even know we had an MCL in this area .. when i was little we went to the one in Richmond Indiana regularly. You grab a tray, stick it on one of the metal tracks, move it along and grab and go (salads, desserts,a roll) and then you get to the entre section where several steaming hot selections await you. Both places have kept the original building shell but have painted the brick. No perusing a menu. We know that Geoffrey's political affiliation is unknown; ethnicity . or maybe had a court date. copson you mentioned bob shreve. It was goodMore, I took my grandsons to MCL for lunch and as they say, their eyes were bigger than their stomachs! From simple makeovers to complete renovations of all sized spaces, our skilled Interior Designers promise to exceed your expectations. I was asst, mgr. and found it to be very dried out like it had been sitting out to long. Any Amish365'ers been? Iced Tea (Unsweet or Sweet) $3.09 Son of Raymond J. Sacksteder and Elizabeth Ann Kidder, brother to five sis-ters; Ann, Susan . Hello Kevin, Prices are really good too. Everything is fresh and tastes well seasoned! Her note brought back a flood of memories of childhood meals. SOFT PRETZELS were my fav's.. they were made on xenia ave.. we used to walk to smales from holy trinity school at e.fifth and bainbridge and buy bags of them, then take them home. Hotels near National Museum of the US Air Force, Hotels near Boonshoft Museum of Discovery. Servers come around and refill water glasses, bring you extra things like napkins. You are correct, was definitely a different time and era. 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. Yes it would be great to tour it once again. No waiting for your meal to be brought out. Thank's again donw for all your help.. DON Hey donw.. i enjoyed that second site address you sent to me.. I went with the Fried Chicken, Barbecued BakedBeans, Gouda Macaroni and Cheese, fresh baked Roll and the dessert was Homemade Chocolate Cheesecake . he said that the little guy was his uncle, and the other fellow in the picture was his dad, and that he worked there then with his uncle's and father. Review. So this morning, with cafeterias on my mind (Thanks, Tibby) I decided to visit the old haunt one last time. 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. 2) Mamma E Mia Trattoria located in downtown Dayton . Meet the team. Remember DAVID'S BUFFET ?..My oldest brother worked there many many years ago.. 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. It was my first real job. I really miss the old downtown my friendAnd that is how i will always remember them.. don. There it was. Couldnt begin to tell you how many inside rounds (road beef) I carved during those years. Sometimes Geoffrey goes by various nicknames including Geoffrey Thomas Sacksteder and Geoffrey T Sacksteder. for you. How cool, Cathy, small world, you for sure carved some inside rounds for me because the years I went to the Cambridge Inn in Middletown the most were during the mid-80s with my grandparents, so no doubt we were there at the same time. Save. And one of their favorite restaurant formats was the cafeteria (in hindsight, Im not sure why, since carrying a tray was difficult for grandma). 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. to go with your meal. 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. 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. Makes you feel special when eating here. They werent directly over the food but close enough that if the airconditioner was on , would that dirt be blown onto the food. 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. I dont like the entrees, vegetables are goodMore, It has been a long time sine I have been here. Cambridge Inns all had this distinctive faux-English dcor with brick facades bordered by wooden beams. We went to the Fraze Pavilion festival called The Taste and this was one of the restaurants to try. My wife really likes their liver and onions, fried chicken and their catfish. He was native of Dayton, OH. There may a stray still in business and believe it is in Carillon Park.More of a restaurant then a cafeteria. That neighborhood was left high and dry for those who didn't drive. Ive written before about buffets, that is a whole separate topic (and one Ill delightfully tackle again sometime soon). Are you sure you want to delete this question? I just loved how the building looked from the outside. had chicken stuffed with stuffing and strawberry shortcake. And who owns property like that? They had the 50's motiff going. Needless to say, we took leftovers home for the night. I dont even know if that old bar is still there..I miss that turtle soup ! 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. Thanks again for bringing back some wonderful childhood memories!!! My wife really likes their liver and onions, fried chicken and their catfish. Oh, the pie. I noticed that there was considerable amounts of dirt on the overhead sprinklers. I loved working there. It sort of fits your category because it was also done cafeteria style. What a really mean person! I was 15 when I worked at Culps in the Arcade. Before moving to Geoffrey's current city of Dayton, OH, Geoffrey lived in Beavercreek OH and Moraine OH. I also remember over at Brientenstraters a big grocery and that also left. Pretty sad that I can remember hot fudge cake from 30 years ago, but not the grocery list my wife gave me 20 minutes ago. Meet the Sacksteder's Design Team. Home2 Suites by Hilton Dayton-Centerville, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Dayton-Centerville, An IHG Hotel, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Dayton South - I-675, an IHG hotel, Red Roof Inn Dayton - Moraine/U of Dayton. At this point in my life, Im glad to no longer have to work holidays.so many turkey & Dressing orders! John Ness cookin mornings, Dave at night. Your email address will not be published. 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. I have also purchased whole pies to bring to family gatherings. There also was a cafeteria over at Patterson and Wilmington called Sacksteders who closed sometime ago. Updated: Dec 22, 2016 by Kevin Williams | 14 Comments. 3 pieces of broccoli $3.89 We rank these hotels, restaurants, and attractions by balancing reviews from our members with how close they are to this location. Here it is: The old Cambridge Inn in all its glory. I could envision my white-haired, distinguished grandfather patting his stomach after a big meal with a look of content satisfaction. It was a special place in a different era, that is for sure. Merry Christmas to you and your family. 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