A Dillman's Grocery, a Hill's Department Store, and The Cambridge Inn were the names I could recall. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Welcome to Amish365, where I share my knowledge of Amish cooking and culture! I love Sacksteders! 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. The food here is always like homemade! 3 pieces of broccoli $3.89 There was at least one in the city of Cincinnati that we frequented with my grandparents. Not really someplace I would have gone but my group was there. Entdecke GREENVILLE, OHIO: IGA STORE (D. TEASFORD) (1934-43 MIDGET MATCHBOOK COVER) - F18 in groer Auswahl Vergleichen Angebote und Preise Online kaufen bei eBay Kostenlose Lieferung fr viele Artikel! 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. Servers come around and refill water glasses, bring you extra things like napkins. Ham & Potato Casserole For a Crowd - Plus Other Ham Recipes! This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. :) Hope you had a great Christmas! The liver is very moist and tender and taste outstanding. Prices are really good too. My parents loved that place. Great variety of food choices, everything ranged from quite good to delicious. I remember the kids menu had meals that they named after animals. MCL: This is a chain of about 20 cafeterias in the Midwest. My wife really likes their liver and onions, fried chicken and their catfish. The service was top notch. Trending Amish Recipes & Photos, 2-25-2023: Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie, Noodle and Roast Casserole, Photos, and More! We entered, selected different types of stuffed chicken, potatoes, vegetables, rolls, two slices of pie, etc. No perusing a menu. And who owns property like that? Sometimes Geoffrey goes by various nicknames including Geoffrey Thomas Sacksteder and Geoffrey T Sacksteder. I can reconize that big irish cop anywhere.. What a favor.. Always a delightful experience when I visit their showroom. I have also purchased whole pies to bring to family gatherings. I ended up helping managers at the Hyde Park and North College Hill Cambridge Inns while I was attending school. 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. So this morning, with cafeterias on my mind (Thanks, Tibby) I decided to visit the old haunt one last time. This creepy sign now sits outside the old Cambridge Inn. Makes you feel special when eating here. And one of their favorite restaurant formats was the cafeteria (in hindsight, Im not sure why, since carrying a tray was difficult for grandma). The waitress was awesome, but she had to attend to the whole room (25 or so people) by herself. Small bowl of Beef Manhattan$8.99 - kevin. that big head and those hands and how he is seated.. and even the ears and haircut, the typical dayton barber collage cop cut.. he ate lunch at culps all the time, a lot of the cops did. Marionberry Pie $4.09 conditioner was on , would that dirt be blown onto the food. Beloved mother of Mary Katherine Evans, Martha A. Osterday (John), Edna Gorman (Robert); l !.. Why not. Such pleasant memories, I get wistful everytime I pass the old building. I went with the Fried Chicken, Barbecued BakedBeans, Gouda Macaroni and Cheese, fresh baked Roll and the dessert was Homemade Chocolate Cheesecake . I was her favorite place in Dayton. my mother use to take me to the CLICKITY CLACK it was a little restaraunt downtown near the safety bldg near where wone was later located. First of all. We only went there today because we used to take mom there long time ago. Today was such a trip and I proceededto get 3 orders of the liver. https://www.facebook.com/133871669991219/posts/3686129631432054/?d=n. Thank's again donw for all your help.. DON Hey donw.. i enjoyed that second site address you sent to me.. It just has to be!!!. I recently went to the flying pizza in beavercreek with my wife and seen his picture in their store. Our family pretty much headed to either Westward Ho which had great deals or the Carillon cafeteria. Are you sure you want to delete this question? Basically, a cafeteria is the school lunch line in a grown-up setting. *As a member of various affiliate programs I earn from qualifying purchases. They had the 50's motiff going. "Here are a few long-gone places that I miss: 1) Waldo Peppers on National Road in Vandalia across from the airport. That man seated to the left at the end of the counter is my father. Ive written before about buffets, that is a whole separate topic (and one Ill delightfully tackle again sometime soon). I began my CI journey when I was in high school at the Hyde Park store. copson you mentioned bob shreve. Needless to say, we took leftovers home for the night. I remember thinking it was a very cool looking building when they built it. to get 3 orders of the liver. Ok, just one more thing: my sister said that the women's bathroom was really filthy.More. She would never go out with him. manager there for about 3 years. We went to the Fraze Pavilion festival called The Taste and this was one of the restaurants to try. The waitress was awesome, but she had to attend to the whole room (25 or so people) by herself. Scratch that. There were several Cambridge Inns in the Midwest, one right in my hometown. 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. Everything is unique, beautiful, excellent qualify, wellcrafted, and readily available. But then I noticed the sign by the driveway "Nightmare Manor." 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? What Do The Amish Plant In Their Gardens? Made me feel very comfy. Kids eat free there on Tuesdays so, yes, we've gone to IKEA just to partake in their cafeteria experience. Mom likes chicken livers, and MCL has them on Mondays. 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! Let it go.". Remember him?. I know some elderly couples who make a practice of going there because they are reasonably priced. And they have the best fried chicken!!!! No waiting for your meal to be brought out. 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?. 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! PICCADILLY CAFETERIAS: This is a cafeteria chain found primarily in the South. Review. I downloaded that picture man and printed it out.. and i'm going to give it to my sister.. 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. Yes, Cathy, that was the onewhen did you work there? 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.. One word: grandparents. We know that Geoffrey's political affiliation is unknown; ethnicity . Son of Raymond J. Sacksteder and Elizabeth Ann Kidder, brother to five sis-ters; Ann, Susan . 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? Worked for Danners Imc (parent company of Cambridge Inn) for almost 10 years. There was one in North College Hill (Cincinnati) that is now Frickers Sports Bar/Grill. 4485 Far Hills Ave, Dayton, OH 45429-2405 +1 937-299-9009 Website Menu. The last Culps I remember was in Kettering, along Far Hills acrossed the road from our street. I remember the Carillon had great custard. Yes, MCL Cafeteria offers takeout services. 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. It may be a 35 mile drive to get here but once I get here I know that I will be in Liver Heaven. Can anyone expound on this? 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. Hi, my name is Kevin Williams and I am owner of Oasis Newsfeatures and editor of The Amish Cook newspaper column. Looks kind of creepy. Need I say more? right on the corner of w3rd st.across from the big courts bldg. I go just to satisfy her taste. Share. WOW MAN !!!.. We have been going here for years.More, I love Liver and Onions an it is the special here on Thursday's. Family friendly. Prices are really good too. I loved my stuffed chicken and had a couple of bites of my wife's and thought it also excellent. Yet, if I were to somehow venture inside, I could probably move through it blind-folded I knew the way so well. 3 posts. Hotels near National Museum of the US Air Force, Hotels near Boonshoft Museum of Discovery. He was so camera shy anyway.. I've heard good things about them, but haven't been to one. Yes it would be great to tour it once again. Cambridge Inns all had this distinctive faux-English dcor with brick facades bordered by wooden beams. This is where I grew up and it was one of my favorite places my Mom took my as a child. It had a neon train sign on the bldg.. Dad just walked to work back then..I cant believe that picture man.. It was so wonderful to read your article on The Cambridge Inn in Centerville Ohio. We come here at least once a month and always have a good meal. 3 people, small meals, $75.00+ . Oh, the pie. 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. MORRISONS: This was a very traditional cafeteria chain that had locations all over the USA, although I think there were bunches in Florida. Maybe you can help me out on that one? olds88 & copson i think your right about where culps was and also where davids was. Many friendships and memories made during my Cambridge years. 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. Speaking of defunct chains, do you remember York Steak House? 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. Meet the Sacksteder's Design Team. Stuffed chicken breast is usually available evert day and Chicken Parmesan is very good. I remember a lot of it.. lol.. smales pretzels.. sooo good !!. Beans, Gouda Macaroni and Cheese, fresh baked Roll and the dessert was Homemade Chocolate Cheesecake . They are and were great people..The pizza hasnt changed at all man. Isn't that interesting? What about the original BBQ sauce at Old Hickory next door. We ate enough to last for hours and were out of the place about 50 minutes after we walked in. Years ago there were many cafeterias in the area. Holy cow, this building has been sitting, frozen in time for over 30 years? Does this restaurant offer table service? 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. I could envision my white-haired, distinguished grandfather patting his stomach after a big meal with a look of content satisfaction. Id do weekly bookkeeping or help fill in needed hours part time. Nothing tasted bad, most was very good. Updated: Dec 22, 2016 by Kevin Williams | 14 Comments. Before moving to Geoffrey's current city of Dayton, OH, Geoffrey lived in Beavercreek OH and Moraine OH. They featured a very wide variety of entrees and other items and while it wasn't cheap, it wasn't expensive either. Meet the team. Nice picture, donw. It won't open. 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. How did I become such a cafeteria connoisseur? The windows were boarded up. I love their fried chicken, Harvard beets, mashed potatoes. Any time I need a floral arrangement, I always find something beautiful that fits into my home dcor and at a great price! and found it to be very dried out like it had been sitting out to long. and do you know what year it was taken?.I'm trying to figure that out by the ladies style of clothing maybe late 50's early 60's maybe?. Hi, Timgood point about hospital cafeterias, I have heard of plenty of people that go to our local hospital to eat just for the foodMaybe I will try that sometime! Cafeterias are still popular in hospitals. He lived at the gibbons motel in the arcade when he went on the police dept in 1948. Friendly staff and managers that welcomed first timers. John Ness cookin mornings, Dave at night. THE HOT SHOPPE: I remember this chain well. Iced Tea (Unsweet or Sweet) $3.09 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. Looks like the Cambridge Inn had at least at one time had a brief life as a haunted house. He was a dayton police officer.. This place didn't briefly become a Haunted House, it still is one,lol. Ill have to wait about 10 years to go. Donw. What a really mean person! Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family, Keven. Servers come around and refill water glasses, bring you extra things like napkins. What we like about cafeterias is paying for what you get, not a buffet price where you feellike you paid a lot, so you need to pack in everything you can. I do remember York Steak House, there was one in my local mallthere actually is still one location open - in Columbus. Unlike a buffet where you have to police yourself, the cafeteria has limits. You can only fit so much food on that tray and, unlike a buffet, a cafeteria is not all you can eat. A "con" to the cafeteria is that darn tray. 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! Needless to say, we took leftovers home for the night. Ah, such good memories! None of us will be back there again. It has a great variety and the people are so nice. 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. It was out of this world real tender, juicy and plenty of onions. As we stood in line tonight, and I was trying to remember everything that was out of business in the vicinity. Cheers, Cathy. 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. I so hope you see this post !!.. 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.. there from late 1984 until mid 1987 when I was transferred to the Cambridge Inn, Evansville, IN. 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. The area is super ran down now, almost a ghetto to be honest. IKEA: Yes, the garish stores synonymous with Sweden and cheap dorm-room furniture also operate honest-to-goodness cafeterias. 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. I would describe it as a good Sunday-dinner. Thanks my friend.. Where did you get that picture ?. One was located in the Florence Mall. 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. The building looked unchanged from my childhood. Need I say more? And every bite was enjoyable. It was a special place in a different era, that is for sure. to go with your meal. Portion is generous and side chouces are nicely varied. 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 dont like the entrees, vegetables are good. Does anyone know?.. 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. or maybe had a court date. Are the prices at this restaurant mid-range / moderate? 35 went through. Merry Christmas to you and your family. I am wondering, though, whether you are mixing up Bill Knapps on the kids menu Bill Knapps, had a kids menu that was a Giraffe, Elephant and, I think, a Zebra. I noticed that there was considerable amounts of dirt on the overhead sprinklers. I cant possibly imagine trying to juggle two young girls and my tray at once. 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. I love Sacksteder's Interiors! I remember the Carillon had great custard. Hey olds88, now that sounds familiar man, we should research that.. Are you familiar with kettering?.. more. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. I cant remember it's location in kettering.. Everything is fresh and tastes well seasoned! 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. 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. My wife really likes their liver and onions, fried chicken and their catfish. Then I got the urge to try the door. Kevin in reference to the cafeterias.I have eaten at picadillys theyre just sort of o.k. We rank these hotels, restaurants, and attractions by balancing reviews from our members with how close they are to this location. Tibby workin the front. 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. 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. There may a stray still in business and believe it is in Carillon Park.More of a restaurant then a cafeteria. Always good food - great for a quick meal - excellent selections. The food was average for a cafeteria style restaurant. Basically, a cafeteria is the school lunch line in a grown-up setting. 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. Ive spent almost three decades exploring Amish settlements and kitchens from Maine to Montana and almost everywhere in between. Anyone remember Vito's on Dorothy lane in Kettering? If I could purchase everything idea they have, I certainly would! It was my first real job. for you. I pass by the old Hyde Park store all the time. 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. I go just to satisfy her taste. It's a great cafeteria. I did not know there was a Cambridge Inn in Hyde Park (although I am sure my grandparents were well-aware)..THere is a Cambridge Inn in Centerville outside of Dayton that I think is a Chinese restaurant now but some of the old architecture of the CI is visible, but the Middletown one just sits vacant and sad-looking, but a comforting reminder of my childhood! speaking of cafaterias does anyone remember the Westward Ho? I have also purchased whole pies to bring to family gatherings. Required fields are marked *. I also remember over at Brientenstraters a big grocery and that also left. 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. Unclaimed. he was in a picture of the flying pizza on n.main street downtown when it first opened. That neighborhood was left high and dry for those who didn't drive. 48 reviews #90 of 418 Restaurants in Dayton $$ - $$$ American. We entered, selected different types of stuffed chicken, potatoes, vegetables, rolls, two slices of pie, etc. They were the best I'd ever had in my life. There were several in the Cincy/NKy area. You are correct, was definitely a different time and era. 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. had chicken stuffed with stuffing and strawberry shortcake. An inch but, then, I heard a voice. I loved my stuffed chicken and had a couple of bites of my wife's and thought it also excellent. $8.99 I did my management training at the Centerville CI. From simple makeovers to complete renovations of all sized spaces, our skilled Interior Designers promise to exceed your expectations. Thank you.. i'm Don also.. donw. The service was top notch. taste's exactly the same.. still great !!!.. My grandparents on my Dads side ate out almost every night as my grandma became too frail and arthritic to cook. But the one restaurant format that seems to get no respect these days is the cafeteria. Matt Martin/Steve Sarmir on pots and pans. 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. 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. If you want a meal that tastes like Grandma made it, then this is the placefor you. We like the desserts, especially when there are sugar free choices. Kinzeler in the dishroom. I will definitely be back in before the holidays! I just loved how the building looked from the outside. Loved working there Made many good friends with the folks I worked with over the years. Small bowl of mashed potatoes $3.19 Yet all of this without the animals at the trough mentality of a buffet. You go to the buffet line and imagine what you want. Tuesday is chicken pot pie day so I try to go then but every day is special. Do you think a developer owns and is just sort of holding it hoping the land value rises? I would describe it as a good Sunday-dinner. It is a fantastic store full of ideas and design tips from traditional to modern styles. First, I think that is called trespassing. Beth, Molly, Nicole, Kim, Nikki, and Nina can help change and upgrade your home or commercial space to your style! We have been going here for years. My voice: Kevin, are you crazy?, Wistfully, I let go of the door and it clicked shut. Is the site going to get it? The liver is very moist and tender and taste outstanding.More, I have never paid too much attention to the cleanliness of this location. Open now : 10:30 AM - 8:30 PM. Conveniently Located in Cincinnati & New Trenton. Reasonably priced. Yup this is on my list of go backs.More. I believe my favorites were the Elephant and Giraffe but can not remember what they consisted of? It creaked open. You sit at regular tables with real silverware and real glasses. Otherwise known as "Chef Thomas", was born in Daton, Ohio on December 7, 1959. I think Ill have to be going to this one soon. So, what cafeterias besides the ones found in hospitals, schools, etc still exist and thrive today? On our visit Wednesday, the 8th. So good to hear from a former Cambridge Inn employee! Save. 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. CAMBRIDGE INN: The Cambridge Inn was never an inn, it was a small chain of cafeterias.And when I think my grandparents, I can't really think of them without thinking of this cafeteria. Remember DAVID'S BUFFET ?..My oldest brother worked there many many years ago.. My old haunt had actually become a haunt. small bowl of Macaroni & Cheese $3.59 does anyone know wher to get good turtle soup and i dont mean mock turtle soup 1. Geoffrey Sacksteder is 36 years old and was born on 09/09/1986. 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! At this point in my life, Im glad to no longer have to work holidays.so many turkey & Dressing orders! I dont even know if that old bar is still there..I miss that turtle soup ! Thanks again for bringing back some wonderful childhood memories!!! 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! A good clean place to see the food before you order it. Your email address will not be published. I was asst, mgr. Friendly staff and managers that welcomed first timers. We only went there today because we used to take mom there long time ago. Oh the stories that could be told of all of those places over the years. 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. Second, going in won't bring back your childhood memories, the mashed potatoes, the pie, your grandparents. 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. 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. my wife and i had a long conversation with the fellow working there in the beavercreek store. Loved both of them. Its now a Recreation/senior center. Another frequent stop for my cafeteria-loving grandparents. I hated it. From simple makeovers to complete renovations of all sized spaces, our skilled Interior Designers promise to exceed your expectations. The priest wouldnt let him in to give her a ticket.. he found her later when he went into culps for lunch.. she was waitressing, he never gave her the ticket, and, the rest is history. Get quick answers from MCL Cafeteria staff and past visitors. 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. I let it go. None of us will be back there again. Any Lubys fans among our readers? He was in plain clothes in that picture he must have been a detective by then. Sacksteders is a wonderful place to go for any home decorating need. News Death NoticeEVANS, Mary Elizabeth [Wenninger] age 99, went gently to God, on Wednesday, August 24, 2011. I really miss the old downtown my friendAnd that is how i will always remember them.. don. A pretty good one too. MCL Cafeteria. Here it is: The old Cambridge Inn in all its glory. Hi Kevin. Tuesday is chicken pot pie day so I try to go then but every day is special. There it was. 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. Service is friendly and attentive. Ah, I love the Cambridge Inn memories..of which I have many. I really can't think of an item I haven't liked and I've been going to MCL for years. The CI in Evansville, IN is a Mexican restaurant. lol.. 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