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Check out the Choo Choo Spotlight as well as The Kahiki.

 

 

The Kahiki (Demolished)
Columbus, OH
Photo courtesy Dirk Burhans

Once upon a time a site (and sight!) to see in Columbus, OH is the Kahiki. A fantastic tiki joint, the Kahiki was demolished to make way for a Walgreen's.

More photos and information can be found at Roadside Peek's Lost Treasures tribute to the Kahiki Supper Club. 03-01

 

 

Fine Food Restaurant
Greenville, IL
Photo courtesy Dirk Burhans

If you're passing through Greenville, IL, give the "Fine Food" Restaurant a try. This restaurant sports a huge marquee with saturated colors proclaiming its eats to all travelers.

 

 

The Country School
Rochelle, IL
Photo courtesy Don Gardner

The Country School Restaurant is located in Rochelle, IL. Serving hamburgers and chicken dinners, the Country School features a sign that looks like... yes... a school.

 

 

Horwath's
Chicago, IL
Photo courtesy Kelly Coalier

Horwath's in Chicago, IL advertises its good food. They should also advertise their good marquee.

 

 

Johnny's
Toledo, OH
Photo courtesy Mark Hackett

Check out the marquee for Johnny's in Toledo, OH. Grab a snack here any time of the day as Johnny's is open 24 hours a day according to the sign. 01-01

 

 

Doo Drop Inn
Muskegon, MI
Photo courtesy Mark Hackett

Do drop in to the Doo Drop Inn in Michigan. Though it sounds like an old roadside motel, this place is actually a restaurant.

 

 

Orbit Restaurant
Chicago, IL
Photo courtesy Don Gardner

Chicago, Illinois is also home to the Orbit Restaurant. This elongated marquee is an eye-catcher from the street.

 

 

Stevens Charbroiled Steaks
Elmhurst, IL
Photo courtesy Jason Carlton

Hungry travelers visiting Stevens Steaks are treated to both a vintage neon sign and mid-century architecture.

 

 

 

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