1949 McGinnis Restaurant NYC Crystal Bay Dining Room Postcard Times Square
$ 2.64
Description
1949 McGinnis Restaurant NYC Crystal Bay Dining Room Postcard Times Square. Step back in time with this captivating vintage postcard featuring the Crystal Bay Dining Room at McGinnis Restaurant, a legendary establishment located at Broadway and 48th Street in Times Square, New York City. The detailed image showcases the elegant interior, set with numerous tables draped in crisp white linens, ready to welcome diners to what was then known as "the Roast Beef King." This piece offers a rare glimpse into the sophisticated dining experiences offered in mid-century Manhattan, capturing the ambiance of a bygone era. Published by Luxotone Photo Print, this postcard is a genuine piece of New York's culinary and social history. The reverse side proudly advertises McGinnis's of Sheepshead Bay, highlighting its half-century reputation for exceptional roast beef, seafood, and shore dinners. A charming handwritten message from "Mommy and Daddy" to "Master Bruce Roberts" and a clear New York postmark dated October 14, 1949, further authenticate its historical context, making it a wonderful collectible for enthusiasts of vintage New York City, restaurant ephemera, and historical Americana.
