Thursday, July 9, 2020

Zack’s – closed


Patch from an old t-shirt.
From Sausalito Historical Society:

Zack's By The Bay was a restaurant located at Bridgeway and Turney streets ca. 1970-72. It was started at Sam Zakessian ca. 1959.

Sausalito Art Festival '74, '77 - listed as donor for prizes

CAAB Agenda March 26, 1981; New Business: a/ Zack's -- 1750 Bridgeway, change of exterior material.

1979 ad in Marin Scope (1980.53.7)


A blogger mentions turtle racing in the 60s and great food. Indeed, Zack’s logo is a turtle. Also mentioned is the smallest stage one piano player has ever encountered in his career.

Apparently you could dock right up to the place, as groupies ascended on Wilt Chamberlain as he was coming off his boat.

“A great place for dancing,” someone remarked.

Ah, the last entry. Make it sweet.

Jessie Chocolate Chip
  • ¾ oz. chocolate mint liqueur
  • ¾ oz. white crème de cacao
  • Hot black coffee
  • Whipped cream
Pour liqueurs into large coffee mug. Fill with coffee. Top with whipped cream.

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