Publisher's Synopsis
Lexington Restaurateurs documents the history of the food service industry in Lexington, Kentucky. As the birthplace of restaurant chains such as Long John Silver's, Fazoli's, Logan's Roadhouse, and Goodfellas Pizzeria, Lexington has long attracted entrepreneurs looking to make their mark in a competitive industry. With information spanning two centuries, this book sheds light on the forces behind the development of one of the nation's top testing grounds for restaurants. The author spent three years working on the book, and conducted multiple in-depth interviews with restaurant owners during that time. The result is a detailed chronology of Lexington's food service industry, with restaurateurs taking center stage as the primary voices of the book. At the end of the day, this book is for anyone who wants to learn more about Lexington's history or anyone who simply loves food.