Preserving America's Culinary Heritage: 2025 Grants Announced for Historic Restaurants
American Express and the National Trust for Historic Preservation Announce 2025 Grantees for Historic Business Support
American Express, in partnership with the National Trust for Historic Preservation, has announced the recipients of its 2025 grants aimed at supporting historic businesses across the United States. This initiative is part of a broader effort to preserve culturally significant establishments that hold historical value to their respective communities.
Overview of the Grant Program
The grant program, known as "Backing Historic Small Restaurants," provides financial support to historic dining and hospitality businesses that have contributed to their communities' unique character for many years. This year, a diverse array of 50 businesses from various states, including New York, California, and Illinois, have been selected. These establishments range from classic American diners to unique cultural eateries, reflecting the rich tapestry of American heritage.
List of Grantees
Among the notable recipients are Al's Restaurant in St. Louis, MO, known for its long-standing service and traditional cuisine, and Anita Street Market in Tucson, AZ, famous for its homemade tortillas and local flavor. Other grantees include Bertha's Kitchen in Charleston, SC, a hub for Southern cooking, and the historic Best Place at the Pabst Brewery in Milwaukee, WI, which offers a glimpse into America's brewing history.
The list also includes smaller, yet culturally rich establishments such as the Bluenose Gopher Public House in Granite Falls, MN, and Casa Adela Restaurant in New York, NY, renowned for its authentic Puerto Rican dishes. Each selected business will receive funding to aid in their preservation efforts, ensuring they continue to serve their communities and remain a testament to their local history.
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2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS BACKING HISTORIC SMALL RESTAURANTS GRANTEES |
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1. Al's Restaurant, St. Louis, MO 2. Anita Street Market, Tucson, AZ 3. Bertha's Kitchen, Charleston, SC 4. Best Place at the Historic Pabst Brewery, Milwaukee, WI 5. Black Bass Hotel, Lumberville, PA 6. Bluenose Gopher Public House, Granite Falls, MN 7. Casa Adela Restaurant, New York, NY 8. Casales Halfway Club, Reno, NV 9. Community Grocery, Woodville, MS 10. Corner Kitchen, Asheville, NC 11. Corner Station Deli, Fairview, UT 12. Drew's Place Restaurant and Catering, Fort Worth, TX 13. Dupuy's Seafood and Steak, Abbeville, LA 14. El Paseo Inn, Los Angeles, CA 15. Florence's Restaurant, Oklahoma City, OK 16. Goodies Frozen Custard & Treats, Alexandria, VA 17. Haring's Noank, Noank, CT 18. Hillsboro General Store Cafe', Hillsboro, NM 19. Ike's Chili, Tulsa, OK 20. Kimball House, Decatur, GA 21. Later Alligator, Wheeling, WV 22. Lavalettes at Hotel 1829, St. Thomas, VI 23. Locals Food Hub & Pizza Pub, Louisville, KY 24. Lorene's Fish House, St. Petersburg, FL 25. Manory's Restaurant, Troy, NY |
26. Mee Heng Low Noodle House, San Luis Obispo, CA 27. New Delhi Restaurant, San Francisco, CA 28. One Shot Charlies, Harrison, ID 29. Pheasant Restaurant & Lounge, Brookings, SD 30. Poppy Cafe & Market, Burlington, VT 31. Qusqo Bistro & Gallery, Los Angeles, CA 32. Restaurant Barrachina, San Juan, PR 33. Reynolds Tavern and 1747 Pub, Annapolis, MD 34. Snappers Key Largo, Key Largo, FL 35. South Side Soda Shop, Goshen, IN 36. Spotted Horse Bar and Grill, Arvada, WY 37. Svea, Chicago, IL 38. The Antique Sandwich Company, Tacoma, WA 39. The Barn - Route 66, Newberry Springs, CA 40. The Bull Run Restaurant, Shirley, MA 41. The Famous Chicken Hut, Durham, NC 42. The Florentine Hotel, Germantown, OH 43. The Rock Cafe, Stroud, OK 44. The Summit Diner, Summit, NJ 45. The Trolley Stop Restaurant, Ellicott City, MD 46. The Vasquez 1935, Uvalde, TX 47. The Wandering Goose, Tokeland, WA 48. Vault & Cellar, Middletown, VA 49. Wok Wok Southeast Asian Kitchen, New York, NY 50. Zadie's Market, Marshall, NC |
Impact of the Grants
The funding from American Express and the National Trust for Historic Preservation not only assists in the physical maintenance and restoration of these historic locations but also helps them to keep their traditions alive and continue their legacy. This support is crucial, especially in a time when many small businesses face financial challenges.
By focusing on culturally and historically significant businesses, the grant program emphasizes the importance of preserving diverse American stories and heritage. It also highlights the role of small businesses in building and maintaining the social fabric of their communities.
For more on the 2025 Backing Historic Small Restaurants grantees, visit savingplaces.org/historicrestaurants.
