Lost Restaurants of Henderson, Nevada

by Sharon Ann Damon, James Smerek (Foreword by)

Overview

The story of long-gone eateries in Henderson is inseparable from the city's unique origin story. Rising from humble beginnings, the population exploded during World War II due to the building of the Hoover Dam and an immense magnesium plant. Restaurateurs rushed in to feed the masses at places like the Swanky Club, famous for its smorgasbord, and Nick's Supper Club. Dante's Drive-In thrived, serving up burgers to hungry locals getting their cars serviced next door, and the Roadhouse was the place to go to unwind after a busy week. Join author Sharon Damon as she brings to life these gone but not forgotten restaurants, diners and casinos beloved by the people who are proud to call Henderson home.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781467139373
Publisher:	Arcadia Publishing SC
Publication date:	03/25/2019
Series:	American Palate
Pages:	112
Sales rank:	1,126,514
Product dimensions:	5.90(w) x 8.90(h) x 0.40(d)

About the Author

Sharon Damon has been writing since she could hold a pencil and published her first real book of poetry, Raindance, at the ripe old age of forty years. She has dedicated most of her life to raising her children and teaching in Henderson and her hometown of Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. She earned her BA, BEd in English, music and early childhood education. Sharon and her husband, Mike, share a passion for history and a love of their home in the Henderson area, which led to the creation of this book. They have been eating their way through Henderson for more than twelve years now and don't plan to stop any time soon.

Table of Contents

Foreword James "Jimmy" Smerek 9

Acknowledgements 11

Introduction 13

1 Camp Pittman and BMI: War Needs, Magnesium and a Dream 17

2 The Need to Feed the Masses: The First Eateries 33

3 Mom and Pop Stops 39

4 Closed for Business: Defunct Diners, Drive-Thrus and Drive-Ins 51

5 Historic Landmarks and Casino Cafés 57

6 Gone but Not Forgotten: Unique Local Favorites 67

7 The Survivors 71

8 The Boulder City Connection and Lake Las Vegas 81

Postscript. What Goes Around Comes Around: Fusion of Old and New 95

Sources 103

Index 105

About the Author 109