[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 37 (Monday, March 15, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E378]
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                   RECOGNIZING ANN SATHER RESTAURANT

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                           HON. MIKE QUIGLEY

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, March 15, 2010

  Mr. QUIGLEY. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 65th 
anniversary of a Chicago institution--Ann Sather Restaurant. Although 
renowned for Scandinavian food, the string of restaurants has also 
built a reputation for hospitality and service to the community.
  More than half a century ago, Ann Sather pooled her life savings and 
bought a diner. Her devotion to creating a restaurant with homemade 
meals, warm hospitality, and low prices made it a legend on the North 
Side of Chicago.
  After more than 30 years, Ann Sather passed on her famous restaurant 
in 1981 to 24-year-old Cornell graduate Tom Tunney. Tunney has since 
opened several more Ann Sather restaurants, steering the business to 
new heights. Now alderman of Chicago's 44th Ward, Tunney has carried on 
Ann Sather's legacy of giving back to the community by supporting local 
organizations and causes.
  Ann Sather passed away in 1996, but her spirit lives on through her 
restaurant. At the flagship Belmont location, her portrait still hangs 
in the dining room, smiling down on all who stop by for an order of her 
one-of-a-kind Swedish pancakes or world-famous cinnamon rolls.
  Six-and-a-half decades later, this Chicago legend remains a staple of 
the Lakeview neighborhood thanks to its tradition, charm and commitment 
to the community. I wish to thank Ann Sather and Tom Tunney for all 
they've done, all they continue to do, and wish Ann Sather's the best 
of luck for another 65 years.

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