Many restaurants on South Main Street

In 1879, Samuel Hartman added a restaurant possibly to the Nappanee House. Wolf and Lefler was a popular European restaurant that was located one block north of the Napanee House. They kept fresh oysters that they had constantly on hand and served them in any style that you wished.

J&J Metzler’s Star Bakery and Restaurant was founded in April of 1888. The Bakery – they had a skilled and experienced baker. They provided bread, rolls, cakes, and pies. The bakery had a line of fine work that included fancy cakes for weddings, parties, and festivals. They also had the most satisfactory prices.

The restaurant was run by a creditable manager. Ladies without attendants could go and be treated nicely. Many could get a good meal at any reasonable hour on short notice. Season oysters served in any style to suit. During the summer months, ice cream was made. Their ice cream had a wide reputation and was furnished in any quantity desired.

Anson Strohm was in the restaurant business for 15 years. His restaurant had been on the east side of South Main St. He handled fruits and vegetables in their seasons, tobaccos, cigars, and candies. He also had a lunch counter and dining room and served meals at all hours.