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15 Pics Recalling Long-Gone Restaurants Of Yesteryear

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7. Lum’s: Beer-Steamed Hot Dogs

lum's hot dog restaurant fort lauderdale, florida
Lum’s hot dog restaurant in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Photographed in February 1966. Source: Roy Erickson / Wikipedia

Lum’s carved out a unique place in dining history with its signature hot dogs steamed in beer, drawing crowds seeking a twist on a classic favorite. Beyond its famous franks, Lum’s offered a menu packed with comfort food that appealed to families coast to coast. At its zenith, the chain boasted more than 400 locations. However, changing tastes and competition led to its decline, and by the 1980s, Lum’s had faded from the American restaurant landscape. Learn more at Miami Herald.

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