Applications being taken to operate Palms Grill Cafe

The Palms Grill Cafe in downtown Atlanta, Ill., is taking applications from prospective full-time managers for the historic Route 66 business, according to a news release from the Atlanta Library Board, the restaurant's owner. The restaurant closed briefly in late October after its manager, Ronda McBride, stepped down because of an ongoing battle with cancer. … Continue reading Applications being taken to operate Palms Grill Cafe

Palms Grill Cafe lands interim managers

The historic Palms Grill Cafe along Route 66 in Atlanta, Ill., has reopened under an interim manager until a new, permanent manager for the restaurant is found. Peggy Payne (of Peggy's Place in nearby Lincoln, Ill.) and her husband Tom (known for his Fat Boys BBQ in Lincoln) to act as  interim managers of the Grill … Continue reading Palms Grill Cafe lands interim managers

Palms Grill will close temporarily after Oct. 25

The historic Palms Grill Cafe on Route 66 in downtown Atlanta, Ill., will temporarily close after Oct. 25 because current manager Ronda McBride has contracted cancer and needs to focus on her health and treatments, according to a news release. The restaurant will be open for special occasions and periodic dinner programs by the Atlanta … Continue reading Palms Grill will close temporarily after Oct. 25