Classic Dining

Take an illustrated tour of America's stylish and historic mid-century restaurants

In this volume of color photographs and vintage ephemera, explore the softly lit wood-paneled interiors, starched tablecloths, curved booths, tuxedoed captains, and tableside service that once defined continental-style fine dining. Over the years, these elements have given way to more contemporary trends.

Yet in American cities large and small, a few historic restaurants have maintained their classic character and old-school ambiance. With vivid new color photography and fascinating vintage ephemera, Classic Dining celebrates the great mid-century restaurants that continue to thrive in New York, the greater Miami area, New Orleans, Las Vegas, the Chicago area, Los Angeles, and across the United States.

This volume also includes a directory of mid-century restaurants across America.