Subject: Restaurants

Billhead from the Barnum Restaurant located on Commercial Street in San Francisco, California, dated April 16, 1866. The invoice is made out to Cohen for six days of board at $10 per day, with additional charges for wine, whiskey, or cigars. The bill is addressed to Leon Dinjeon & Co. and signed by Dinjeon.

Civil War-era trade token issued by Felix Marx and Isaac Ederheimer for their dining saloon located at 256 Broadway in New York City. The token depicts an Indian head on the front and the Hebrew inscription "Felix Kosher" and the saloon's address on the reverse. The saloon operated between 1864 and 1869. Marx and Ederheimer owned several restaurants between 1861 and 1873. The token dates to 1863.

Civil War-era trade token issued by Felix Marx and Isaac Ederheimer's Kosher Dining Saloon located at 256 Broadway in New York City. The token's obverse features an Indian head and the year 1863, while the reverse displays the Hebrew text for 'Felix Kosher' and the saloon's address. Marx and Ederheimer owned several restaurants between 1861 and 1873; a saloon existed at this address between 1864 and 1869. The token's design and text provide insight into the business practices and cultural landscape of New York City during the Civil War. The date listed is 1863.

Civil War-era trade token issued by the Kosher Dining Saloon of Marx & Ederheimer, located at 256 Broadway, New York, New York. The token depicts an Indian head on the obverse, dated 1863, and the Hebrew word for "Kosher" along with the saloon's address on the reverse. Additional markings include "FULD..630W.2B...RARITY 5..under rated".

Civil War-era trade token advertising the Felix Dining Saloon, located at 256 Broadway, New York, New York. The token's obverse features an Indian head and the date 1863. The reverse indicates that the saloon was kosher (in Hebrew) and shows the address. Marx and Ederheimer owned several restaurants between 1861 and 1873; a saloon was at this address between 1864 and 1869.

Trade card depicting an Indian head on the front and advertising Felix Kosher's Dining Saloon located at 256 Broadway in New York City. The Hebrew text "Felix Kosher" is visible on the reverse. The card dates from 1863. Felix Kosher and Isaac Ederheimer owned several restaurants in New York City between 1861 and 1873; a saloon operated at 256 Broadway between 1864 and 1869.

Trade token for Glaser Café, located at 601 East Tuscarawas Street, Canton, Ohio. The token is valued at 25 cents. While undated, it is assigned a date of circa 1900 based on its style and context.

A letter written by M. Gratz to J. H. Settlenner & Son on November 5, 1882. The letter was sent from Woodburn, Oregon, to Pendleton, Oregon. The letterhead features the advertisement "WHITE LABOR ONLY".."RESTAURANT, LODGING, AND; SALOON".

Match safe advertising Weiss's Café, located at 697 Broadway, New York, NY. The match safe is made of raised metal; the reverse side depicts a dog's head. Circa 1890s.

Art Deco menu from Bernstein's Fish Grotto in San Francisco, California, dated January 1, 1930. The menu features illustrations in the Art Deco style.

Nickel-plated match safe with an American flag and celluloid inlay. The inscription reads: "Compliments of the Season Chas. Ellwanger's Cafe...Robert Mendoza, Proprietor...14 Duane Street NYC". Undated.

This trade card advertises Moritz Richter's restaurant and oyster house in New York, New York. The front of the card depicts a lavishly set table. A platter of clams, a bottle of wine, a loaf of bread, and plates are prominent features on the table. There is also a lobster on a plate, a vase of flowers, and a dark background. The back of the card is blank. This is one of three cards in this record.

This trade card advertises Steinfeld, a clothier located at 242 & 244 Superior Street in Cleveland, Ohio. The front of the card depicts a comical man in a restaurant setting. He is seated at a table with a plate of food in front of him, and appears to be enjoying his meal. The back of the card contains more detailed information about Steinfeld's clothing store.

This trade card advertises Wachsman's Vienna Cafe in New York City. The front of the card depicts two young boys fiddling while a turtle dances in front of them. The image is framed with a light-colored border. The back of the card provides the cafe's address: 611 Broadway, corner of Houston Street, basement, and 294 Canal Street, corner of Broadway.

This trade card advertises Wachsman's Vienna Cafe, located at 611 Broadway, corner of Houston Street, New York, New York. The front of the card depicts two young boys opening a basket filled with a lobster and a goose, showcasing the cafe's menu. The back of the card lists the cafe's addresses: 611 Broadway, corner of Houston Street, and 294 Canal Street, corner of Broadway. The back of the card also contains an advertisement for the cafe.

This trade card advertises the Wine and Beer Saloon owned by Gustav Mark. The card features a simple layout with text advertising the saloon's location at No. 19 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It also states that the saloon offers dinners from 12 to 2 o'clock and always has Cincinnati Lager Beer on hand. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Winkler's Ice Cream Parlor, located at 235 Market Street, corner of Mulberry Street in Newark, New Jersey. The front of the card depicts a cottage in a snowy scene, suggesting a cozy and inviting atmosphere. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business.

Trade card depicting a scene of a woman beating a child with a shoe at 176 Seneca Street, near Michigan. The card advertises a 25-cent regular dinner with a menu, available for ladies and gentlemen at a dining hall. The approximate date is circa 1885. The card is part of the O collection (Ms. Coll. 1410, OOS, Box 2, Folder 17).

This trade card advertises the Capitol Restaurant, owned and operated by Wittstein Bros., located at 34 Ann Street, corner of Asylum Street, in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card depicts a lively scene of a boy and girl dancing. The style of the illustration suggests a late 19th-century aesthetic. The back of the card is blank. [Wittstein Bros. were active in the Hartford Jewish community.]

Trade card advertising the Elite Restaurant located at 269 Main Street. The card features an image described as a "Vegetable Girl in Red Sepia." The card is dated circa 1885. The card is part of Manuscript Collection 1410, located in the Out-of-Series (OOS) collection, Binder 1, Page 1.

Trade card depicting a waiter carrying a covered dish and a lobster holding an address, '269 Main Street'. The back of the card is noted as having additional advertising. The image is circa 1885. The card was likely used for advertising by a business at 269 Main Street. The geographic location is implied to be in the United States based on the style and the name (Habenstein).

Trade card advertising Haberstein's establishment at 269 Main Street, offering dinner from 12 to 3. The card features a drawing of a palette and a puppy. Circa 1885. Found in Ms. Coll. 1410, OOS, Box 2, Folder 58.

This trade card, one of three in the record, advertises Kaufman's Restaurant in Savannah, Georgia. The card features a black and white illustration. A young Black boy is depicted in a window of the restaurant, holding a sign with the restaurant's address. The style of the illustration is somewhat caricatured. The front of the card shows the address: Cor. Congress and Drayton. The back of the card is blank.

This is one of three trade cards in this record advertising Kaufman's Restaurant in Savannah, Georgia. The card depicts a caricature of a Black man holding up a sign with the restaurant's address. The image is in black and white, and the style is consistent with late 19th-century printmaking techniques. The address, "Cor. Congress and Drayton," is clearly visible on the sign held by the figure. The back of the card is blank.

This is one of two trade cards in the record advertising Kaufman's Restaurant in Savannah, Georgia. The card depicts a Black woman holding a sign with the restaurant's address using clothespins. The image is presented as a caricature, and the visual representation reflects the racist caricatures common in the late 19th century. The address, Cor. Congress and Drayton, is clearly visible on the sign held by the figure. The back of the card is blank.

Trade card advertising meals at all hours. Depicts a young woman with a tambourine. The card features the address 189 Main Street. Circa 1885. Found within Ms. Coll. 1410, OOS, Box 2, Folder 58.

Trade card advertising Mary Anderson's services, located at 410 Arapahoe Street. The card advertises 21 meals for $4.50. Circa 1885. Denver, Colorado.

This trade card, dated January 18, 1884, advertises a "Special Sale" at the New York Bazaar, specifically featuring hamburgers. The front of the card features a black comical illustration; the back displays the advertisement. The card is part of the Julius L. Straus collection.

This trade card advertises the Union House, owned by S. H. Mensch, in Friedensburg, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features text announcing a "NEW OPENING" and highlighting the establishment's offerings of "CHOICE WINES," along with the promise of "GOOD STABLING" and an "ATTENTIVE HOSTLER." The design is simple and text-focused. The back of the card is blank. The image suggests a late 19th-century business.

Trade card advertising meals at a restaurant featuring actress Sara Bernhardt. The card mentions "21 Meals for $4.50" and lists an address of 410 Arapahoe Street. Circa 1885. The card is part of the G.M. Kitterman Collection.

Trade card for the Vienna Restaurant and Cafe located at 914 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia. It is one of a set of four cards. Published by L. Prang & Co. in Boston. The card features Art Deco design and is described as rare. A full advertisement is present on the reverse side. The date is estimated to be circa 1878 based on the style and publisher.

Trade card advertising the Vienna Restaurant and Cafe located at 914 Chestnut Street. The card is one of a set of four, published by L. Prang & Co. of Boston. It features Art Deco styling and is described as rare. The reverse side contains a full advertisement. Published in Boston, circa 1878.

Trade card for the Vienna Restaurant and Cafe located at 914 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia. This is one of a set of four cards. Published by L. Prang & Co. of Boston. Features Art Deco design and an advertisement on the reverse. The card is dated circa 1878.

Trade card advertising the Vienna Restaurant and Cafe located at 914 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card is part of a set of four, and features Art Deco design. It is described as rare. The reverse side contains a full advertisement. Published circa 1885 by L. Prang & Co. of Boston.

Trade card advertising Wyman's Famous Sandwiches. The card depicts a monkey drinking coffee and includes the address "737 WASHINGTON STREET ACROSS FROM THE NEW MARLBORO HOTEL." The reverse side features a full advertisement. Sandwiches are advertised at 5 cents each. Circa 1885.