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. to go with your meal. does anyone know wher to get good turtle soup and i dont mean mock turtle soup 1. I was 15 when I worked at Culps in the Arcade. IKEA: Yes, the garish stores synonymous with Sweden and cheap dorm-room furniture also operate honest-to-goodness cafeterias. I love Sacksteder's Interiors! My grandparents on my Dads side ate out almost every night as my grandma became too frail and arthritic to cook. You are correct, was definitely a different time and era. Thank's again donw for all your help.. DON Hey donw.. i enjoyed that second site address you sent to me.. What Do The Amish Plant In Their Gardens? One word: grandparents. I have also purchased whole pies to bring to family gatherings. This creepy sign now sits outside the old Cambridge Inn. Ok, just one more thing: my sister said that the women's bathroom was really filthy. They werent directly over the food but close enough that if the airconditioner was on , would that dirt be blown onto the food. 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. Needless to say, we took leftovers home for the night. The CI in Evansville, IN is a Mexican restaurant. Servers come around and refill water glasses, bring you extra things like napkins. Merry Christmas to you and your family. Ham & Potato Casserole For a Crowd - Plus Other Ham Recipes! We rank these hotels, restaurants, and attractions by balancing reviews from our members with how close they are to this location. My old haunt had actually become a haunt. 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. to get 3 orders of the liver. 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. Open now : 10:30 AM - 8:30 PM. Unclaimed. It closed its doors sometime in the late 80s, but the building is still there. Needless to say, we took leftovers home for the night. John Ness cookin mornings, Dave at night. Everything is unique, beautiful, excellent qualify, wellcrafted, and readily available. Ah, such good memories! I went with the Fried Chicken, Barbecued BakedBeans, Gouda Macaroni and Cheese, fresh baked Roll and the dessert was Homemade Chocolate Cheesecake . I would describe it as a good Sunday-dinner. So, what cafeterias besides the ones found in hospitals, schools, etc still exist and thrive today? 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?. 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! Home cooking!" Paul. Anyone remember Vito's on Dorothy lane in Kettering? Son of Raymond J. Sacksteder and Elizabeth Ann Kidder, brother to five sis-ters; Ann, Susan . Small bowl of mashed potatoes $3.19 9:34 AM. 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. Tom S cookin and yellin at 14 year olds working their first job ever. There it was. I so hope you see this post !!.. My wife really likes their liver and onions, fried chicken and their catfish. Second, going in won't bring back your childhood memories, the mashed potatoes, the pie, your grandparents. 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. Sacksteders is a wonderful place to go for any home decorating need. taste's exactly the same.. still great !!!.. We have been going here for years. A pretty good one too. That neighborhood was left high and dry for those who didn't drive. there were other owners on also and he would interview you sometime during the show.shreve didnt drink but they had a cooler full of schoenling draft. Beans, Gouda Macaroni and Cheese, fresh baked Roll and the dessert was Homemade Chocolate Cheesecake . 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. 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. Are the prices at this restaurant mid-range / moderate? I loved my stuffed chicken and had a couple of bites of my wife's and thought it also excellent. As an adult, I still recall the meanest "boss" I have ever worked for. right on the corner of w3rd st.across from the big courts bldg. Made me feel very comfy. And they have the best fried chicken!!!! 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! like you paid a lot, so you need to pack in everything you can. Looks like the Cambridge Inn had at least at one time had a brief life as a haunted house. They were the best I'd ever had in my life. 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. If I could purchase everything idea they have, I certainly would! 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. manager there for about 3 years. Copyright 2000 - 2020 Amish 365 | Powered by Touch The Road. On our visit Wednesday, the 8th. 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. he would have people on his show that owned bars or restaurants in the area i owned a pizza restaurant and got on there one night. Holy cow, this building has been sitting, frozen in time for over 30 years? 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! Jun 27, 2012. Its now a Recreation/senior center. I do remember York Steak House, there was one in my local mallthere actually is still one location open - in Columbus. 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.. MORRISONS: This was a very traditional cafeteria chain that had locations all over the USA, although I think there were bunches in Florida. There was one in North College Hill (Cincinnati) that is now Frickers Sports Bar/Grill. THE HOT SHOPPE: I remember this chain well. I downloaded that picture man and printed it out.. and i'm going to give it to my sister.. Years ago there were many cafeterias in the area. The building looked unchanged from my childhood. *As a member of various affiliate programs I earn from qualifying purchases. Share. 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? 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. Is the site going to get it? I took that photo of Culps in the Arcade in 1969. Detailed Reviews: Reviews order informed by descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as cleanliness, atmosphere, general tips and location information. I really can't think of an item I haven't liked and I've been going to MCL for years. My voice: Kevin, are you crazy?, Wistfully, I let go of the door and it clicked shut. Beth, Molly, Nicole, Kim, Nikki, and Nina can help change and upgrade your home or commercial space to your style! Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Meet the Sacksteder's Design Team. Which gets to me the subject of cafeterias. it was always free slices from him.. I dont like the entrees, vegetables are good. MCL Cafeteria is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travelers: 4485 Far Hills Ave, Dayton, OH 45429-2405. Looks kind of creepy. I believe my favorites were the Elephant and Giraffe but can not remember what they consisted of? Iced Tea (Unsweet or Sweet) $3.09 The liver is very moist and tender and taste outstanding.More, I have never paid too much attention to the cleanliness of this location. 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. 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. Yup this is on my list of go backs. Review. 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.. for you. 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. Oh the stories that could be told of all of those places over the years. At this point in my life, Im glad to no longer have to work holidays.so many turkey & Dressing orders! https://www.facebook.com/133871669991219/posts/3686129631432054/?d=n It's a great cafeteria. or maybe had a court date. And who owns property like that? Their pies are homemade and really good. 2) Mamma E Mia Trattoria located in downtown Dayton . He lived at the gibbons motel in the arcade when he went on the police dept in 1948. And every bite was enjoyable. So this morning, with cafeterias on my mind (Thanks, Tibby) I decided to visit the old haunt one last time. The door clicked shutand I climbed into my car, the smell of mashed potatoes lingering in my mind long after I left. Hi Kevin. The liver is very moist and tender and taste outstanding. . Unlike a buffet where you have to police yourself, the cafeteria has limits. The food was average for a cafeteria style restaurant. Need I say more? I can reconize that big irish cop anywhere.. What a favor.. Such pleasant memories, I get wistful everytime I pass the old building. 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. Does anyone know?.. 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. We only went there today because we used to take mom there long time ago. And they have the best fried chicken!!!! Cambridge Inns all had this distinctive faux-English dcor with brick facades bordered by wooden beams. This place didn't briefly become a Haunted House, it still is one,lol. Does this restaurant offer table service? She would never go out with him. We ate enough to last for hours and were out of the place about 50 minutes after we walked in.More, What a great place. MCL: This is a chain of about 20 cafeterias in the Midwest. 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. Do you think a developer owns and is just sort of holding it hoping the land value rises? You walk in and the places is so inviting and welcoming. There may a stray still in business and believe it is in Carillon Park.More of a restaurant then a cafeteria. I would describe it as a good Sunday-dinner. 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. small bowl of Macaroni & Cheese $3.59 Any Lubys fans among our readers? There also was a cafeteria over at Patterson and Wilmington called Sacksteders who closed sometime ago. Are you sure you want to delete this question? As we stood in line tonight, and I was trying to remember everything that was out of business in the vicinity. They cooked the vegetables to mush, for one thing. The waitress was awesome, but she had to attend to the whole room (25 or so people) by herself. Prices are really good too. Yet, if I were to somehow venture inside, I could probably move through it blind-folded I knew the way so well. I love Sacksteders! I could envision my white-haired, distinguished grandfather patting his stomach after a big meal with a look of content satisfaction. More paprika flavor They changed the sauce to more generic BBQ in the early 1990s. I hated it. There were several in the Cincy/NKy area. I dont even know if that old bar is still there..I miss that turtle soup ! I have also purchased whole pies to bring to family gatherings. When I worked at a store in the mall, I would go to York Steak House on my lunch break and get their sirloin tips with sauted onions and mushrooms. Conveniently Located in Cincinnati & New Trenton. 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. speaking of cafaterias does anyone remember the Westward Ho? I remember a lot of it.. lol.. smales pretzels.. sooo good !!. The staff are warm, welcoming, and helpful. Thanks again for bringing back some wonderful childhood memories!!! I dont like the entrees, vegetables are goodMore, It has been a long time sine I have been here. Family friendly. Thank you for the info.. i'm 56 You wouldnt believe how that picture has affected me.. Also, i was living in riverdale when the flying pizza opened across from the biltmore hotel on n.main st. We have been going here for years.More, I love Liver and Onions an it is the special here on Thursday's. But again, Holy Cow, 30 years???? $8.99 Ok, just one more thing: my sister said that the women's bathroom was really filthy.More. good but the deviled eggs left a little to be desired in filling and taste. Hello Kevin, document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Welcome to Amish365, where I share my knowledge of Amish cooking and culture! Theyhad chicken stuffed with stuffing and strawberry shortcake. I remember the Carillon had great custard. It was my first real job. I go just to satisfy her taste. Otherwise known as "Chef Thomas", was born in Daton, Ohio on December 7, 1959. 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. Loved working there Made many good friends with the folks I worked with over the years. They are and were great people..The pizza hasnt changed at all man. he was fifteen.. we talked about downtown and OLD RAGS.. One was located in the Florence Mall. Not really someplace I would have gone but my group was there. I was her favorite place in Dayton. So many wonderful choices to delight the tastebuds. What a really mean person! 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. SACKSTEDER, Thomas J. https://www.facebook.com/133871669991219/posts/3686129631432054/?d=n. The green beans were verygood but the deviled eggs left a little to be desired in filling and taste. Thompson/Mike Sarmir on cleanup. You tell the worker which one you want, they pile it onto your plate, hand . Donw. I recently got a delightful note from reader Tibby who used to run Sacksteders Cafeteria, a popular eatery in Dayton. From simple makeovers to complete renovations of all sized spaces, our skilled Interior Designers promise to exceed your expectations. It creaked open. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family, Keven. I was her favorite place in Dayton. We ate enough to last for hours and were out of the place about 50 minutes after we walked in. The service was top notch. Prices are really good too. Small bowl of Beef Manhattan$8.99 Nice picture, donw. Speaking of defunct chains, do you remember York Steak House? The food here is always like homemade! 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. He was native of Dayton, OH. A good clean place to see the food before you order it. Portion is generous and side chouces are nicely varied. and found it to be very dried out like it had been sitting out to long. I went there frequently with my grandparents..I can still remember taking the tray through the cafeteria line, getting some roast beef, dessert, and then we'd all stake out a big round table (round tables are so nice). Another frequent stop for my cafeteria-loving grandparents. Matt Martin/Steve Sarmir on pots and pans. You go to the buffet line and imagine what you want. Note: your question will be posted publicly on the Questions & Answers page. PICCADILLY CAFETERIAS: This is a cafeteria chain found primarily in the South. 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. There were several Cambridge Inns in the Midwest, one right in my hometown. Christina, Julie, and Kelly on salads. Hi, my name is Kevin Williams and I am owner of Oasis Newsfeatures and editor of The Amish Cook newspaper column. He was so camera shy anyway.. A Dillman's Grocery, a Hill's Department Store, and The Cambridge Inn were the names I could recall. Yes it would be great to tour it once again. The last Culps I remember was in Kettering, along Far Hills acrossed the road from our street. You sit at regular tables with real silverware and real glasses. I ended up helping managers at the Hyde Park and North College Hill Cambridge Inns while I was attending school. Hotels near National Museum of the US Air Force, Hotels near Boonshoft Museum of Discovery. conditioner was on , would that dirt be blown onto the food. Ive spent almost three decades exploring Amish settlements and kitchens from Maine to Montana and almost everywhere in between. 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. "Here are a few long-gone places that I miss: 1) Waldo Peppers on National Road in Vandalia across from the airport. Ah, I love the Cambridge Inn memories..of which I have many. It was good. We like the desserts, especially when there are sugar free choices. It sort of fits your category because it was also done cafeteria style. Geoffrey Sacksteder is 36 years old and was born on 09/09/1986. Kinzeler in the dishroom. It was a special place in a different era, that is for sure. Meet the team. - kevin. Everything is fresh and tastes well seasoned! 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! Any time I need a floral arrangement, I always find something beautiful that fits into my home dcor and at a great price! Reasonably priced. I've eaten here for decades - the food quality and selection, friendly service, cleanliness and atmosphere are all excellent! I noticed that there was considerable amounts of dirt on the overhead sprinklers. We had many meals with them at this comfort food kingdom. 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 took that photo of Culps in the Arcade in 1969. copson you mentioned bob shreve. Ive written before about buffets, that is a whole separate topic (and one Ill delightfully tackle again sometime soon). Any Amish365'ers been? I pass by the old Hyde Park store all the time. Friendly staff and managers that welcomed first timers. Your email address will not be published. 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. lol.. But the one restaurant format that seems to get no respect these days is the cafeteria. I just cant.. I began my CI journey when I was in high school at the Hyde Park store. 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! My parents loved that place. I was asst, mgr. I remember thinking it was a very cool looking building when they built it. Id do weekly bookkeeping or help fill in needed hours part time. Always good food - great for a quick meal - excellent selections. Basically, a cafeteria is the school lunch line in a grown-up setting. There was at least one in the city of Cincinnati that we frequented with my grandparents. Let it go.". 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. Get quick answers from MCL Cafeteria staff and past visitors. I cant possibly imagine trying to juggle two young girls and my tray at once. 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. Kids eat free there on Tuesdays so, yes, we've gone to IKEA just to partake in their cafeteria experience. I also remember over at Brientenstraters a big grocery and that also left. None of us will be back there again. It was so wonderful to read your article on The Cambridge Inn in Centerville Ohio. First of all. We only went there today because we used to take mom there long time ago. Wait time to be served was good as the line was kept moving without feeling like we were being rushed. Remember DAVID'S BUFFET ?..My oldest brother worked there many many years ago.. And one of their favorite restaurant formats was the cafeteria (in hindsight, Im not sure why, since carrying a tray was difficult for grandma). How did I become such a cafeteria connoisseur? Thank you.. i'm Don also.. donw. 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 goodMore, I took my grandsons to MCL for lunch and as they say, their eyes were bigger than their stomachs! We went to the Fraze Pavilion festival called The Taste and this was one of the restaurants to try. Makes you feel special when eating here. The sales people are very friendly and helpful. I've heard good things about them, but haven't been to one. Small bowl of green beans $3.19 Basically, a cafeteria is the school lunch line in a grown-up setting. It is a fantastic store full of ideas and design tips from traditional to modern styles. Why not. 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. Tuesday is chicken pot pie day so I try to go then but every day is special. We entered, selected different types of stuffed chicken, potatoes, vegetables, rolls, two slices of pie, etc. I decided to get out of my car for a minute and look around. Thanks my friend.. Where did you get that picture ?. I loved my stuffed chicken and had a couple of bites of my wife's and thought it also excellent. First, I think that is called trespassing. We know that Geoffrey's political affiliation is unknown; ethnicity . 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. I did my management training at the Centerville CI. 3 people, small meals, $75.00+ . 35 went through. Worked for Danners Imc (parent company of Cambridge Inn) for almost 10 years. Our family pretty much headed to either Westward Ho which had great deals or the Carillon cafeteria. Updated: Dec 22, 2016 by Kevin Williams | 14 Comments. Her note brought back a flood of memories of childhood meals. What could possibly be inside after 30 years? No perusing a menu. It just has to be!!!. You tell the worker which one you want, they pile it onto your plate, hand it to you and you move on. What about the original BBQ sauce at Old Hickory next door. Remember him?. 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. Trending Amish Recipes & Photos, 2-25-2023: Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie, Noodle and Roast Casserole, Photos, and More! None of us will be back there again. I loved working there. And every bite was enjoyable. Tibby workin the front. I love their fried chicken, Harvard beets, mashed potatoes. That man seated to the left at the end of the counter is my father. WOW MAN !!!.. Both places have kept the original building shell but have painted the brick. I will definitely be back in before the holidays! Do you remember the clack?. It won't open. I think Ill have to be going to this one soon. It may be a 35 mile drive to get here but once I get here I know that I will be in Liver Heaven. Yes, Cathy, that was the onewhen did you work there? News Death NoticeEVANS, Mary Elizabeth [Wenninger] age 99, went gently to God, on Wednesday, August 24, 2011. Yes, MCL Cafeteria offers takeout services. Ill have to wait about 10 years to go. Isn't that interesting? one and one half deviled eggs $3.19 more. Are you sure you want to delete this answer? 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. 48 reviews #90 of 418 Restaurants in Dayton $$ - $$$ American. If that Cambridge Inn (by Target) is the one in Middletown,OH on S. University BlvdI was asst. 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. The windows were boarded up. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Hotels near America's Packard Museum - The Citizens Motorcar Co. Hotels near The Wright Cycle Company Complex, Hotels near Woodland Cemetery & Arboretum, Hotels near Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, Hotels near Hollywood Gaming at Dayton Raceway, Hotels near Huffman Prairie Flying Field Interpretive Center, Hotels near National Aviation Hall of Fame, Hotels near SunWatch Indian Village/Archaeological Park, Hotels near (DAY) James Cox Dayton Intl Airport, Hotels near (LUK) Cincinnati Municipal Airport, Mexican Restaurants for Families in Dayton, Restaurants for Special Occasions in Dayton, Restaurants with Outdoor Seating in Dayton. I really miss the old downtown my friendAnd that is how i will always remember them.. don. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. 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. Stuffed chicken breast is usually available evert day and Chicken Parmesan is very good. Service is friendly and attentive. Need I say more? 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?. Friendly staff and managers that welcomed first timers. 4485 Far Hills Ave, Dayton, OH 45429-2405 +1 937-299-9009 Website Menu. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. had chicken stuffed with stuffing and strawberry shortcake. 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. 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? He was in plain clothes in that picture he must have been a detective by then. I go just to satisfy her taste. Yet all of this without the animals at the trough mentality of a buffet. Sometimes Geoffrey goes by various nicknames including Geoffrey Thomas Sacksteder and Geoffrey T Sacksteder.