[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 53 (Wednesday, March 27, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E362]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             HONORING BELOVED ALBANY RESTAURANT LOMBARDO'S

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                            HON. PAUL TONKO

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, March 27, 2019

  Mr. TONKO. Madam Speaker, I rise today to bid a fond farewell to 
Lombardo's, a historic Albany, New York restaurant that was a beloved 
community staple for nearly a century until its close earlier this 
year.
  Charley Salvatore Lombardo opened what would become this legendary 
family restaurant in 1919 after making the journey to the United States 
from Southern Italy. For decades, Lombardo's weathered the changing 
landscape of the Albany area, generation after generation, never 
wavering in its service to neighbors and cherished ability to bring 
people together.
  Whether looking for a bite to eat or a brief respite from the demands 
of daily life, Lombardo's provided a hub of connection and familiarity 
for the surrounding area. Many Albany residents chose this 
establishment as the setting to celebrate their milestones, from 
birthdays to anniversaries to reunions. Artists and authors found 
inspiration behind its doors. Local entrepreneurs cite Lombardo's as a 
model that guided their ventures.
  Lombardo's memorable Art Deco design and tiled floors saw their last 
public visitors in December of 2018, but the spirit of the 
establishment lives on in the stories and memories of its owners, its 
many servers and staffs, patrons and friends. Thank you to everyone who 
made Lombardo's such a special place for our community.

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