Lorito's Italian Kitchen
Ocala, FL Photo and info courtesy Steve/Back on Tack
You will never whine about not being able to find Lorito's Italian Kitchen on
US 40 in Ocala, FL. The Italian eatery has about a 14-foot light up bottle
to grab drivers attention. It is outlined in neon complete with a flaming
candle stuck in its neck. At the base three animated red, neon arrows
point the way to the front door.
Petite Jardin
Ocala, FL Photo and info courtesy Steve/Back on Tack
When translated, the name Petite Jardin means little garden. And
while it is true, the atmosphere is tiny and elegant (only six tables)
- the Ocala, FL restaurant is big on taste. It is at the top of the list
for those in the area who enjoy fine dining. John Bell is the owner and
Executive Chef of the restaurant. He runs it along side his wife Kelly.
In the past, John has cooked for President Bush, Margaret Thatcher, and
Mike Douglas.
Ranch House Restaurant (Demolished)
Avon Park, FL Photo courtesy Dirk Burhans
Lookin' for a little country cookin'? Then drop by the Ranch House
Restaurant in Avon Park, Florida. You'll even get a friendly chef
greeting you on the marquee.
UPDATE 08/06 : The Ranch House Restaurant in Avon Park, FL was demolished in 1997 or thereabouts. It is now a CVS pharmacy. Many thanks to Katrina Carroll for update. 08-06
Pine Grove Family Restaurant
Tampa, FL Photo courtesy Steve/Back on Tack
Here's a marquee for the Pine Grove Family Restaurant in Tampa,
FL that's a reminder back to the color scheme Howard Johnson's once used. In
the photo on the left, the orange arrow is about the size of a car! In
the right photo, check out the snowman in the background. It is not everyday
in 90 degree Florida heat that you find frosty! Photo and info courtesy Steve / Back on Tack.
Kristine's
Lake Worth, FL Photo courtesy Kevin O'Sullivan
Here's a photo of Kristine's, which was built in S. Florida sometime
in the 30's. This deco delight looks to still be in good condition.
South Bar-B-Q
Clewiston, FL Photo courtesy Dirk Burhans
Stop by Clewiston and you can grab some great old south Bar-B-Q at the Old South Bar-B-Q Ranch. You can also visit with strange characters waiting to greet you outside.
Lorito's Italian Kitchen
Petite Jardin
Pine Grove Family Restaurant
Here's a marquee for the Pine Grove Family Restaurant in Tampa,
FL that's a reminder back to the color scheme Howard Johnson's once used. In
the photo on the left, the orange arrow is about the size of a car! In
the right photo, check out the snowman in the background. It is not everyday
in 90 degree Florida heat that you find frosty! Photo and info courtesy Steve / Back on Tack.
Kristine's
South Bar-B-Q
