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Restoring Horn & Hardart

Reviving Horn & Hardart: Reflecting on the firs...

  One year ago Horn & Hardart embarked on a journey of revival. Following years of dormancy and decades since its peak, we undertook the endeavor to restore this iconic...

Reviving Horn & Hardart: Reflecting on the firs...

  One year ago Horn & Hardart embarked on a journey of revival. Following years of dormancy and decades since its peak, we undertook the endeavor to restore this iconic...

Automat windows with Apple pie

What is an Automat?

What is an Automat, and how did it work? Explore the windowed machines that made Horn & Hardart famous, from the first Philadelphia Automat to the design people remember today....

What is an Automat?

What is an Automat, and how did it work? Explore the windowed machines that made Horn & Hardart famous, from the first Philadelphia Automat to the design people remember today....

The Artistry Behind the Dolphin Spout: A Journey from Florence to the Automat

The Artistry Behind the Dolphin Spout: A Journe...

In the world of coffee dispensing machines, Horn & Hardart Automats have stood out not only for our exceptional brew but also for the unique and ornate design of the Dolphin spout dispensers. 

The Artistry Behind the Dolphin Spout: A Journe...

In the world of coffee dispensing machines, Horn & Hardart Automats have stood out not only for our exceptional brew but also for the unique and ornate design of the Dolphin spout dispensers. 

Horn & Hardart Celebrates 135 years

Horn & Hardart Celebrates 135 years

December 22, 1888, at 19 S. 13th Street in Philadelphia, Horn & Hardart opened its first restaurant. 135 years later Horn & Hardart is entering the next chapter in its...

Horn & Hardart Celebrates 135 years

December 22, 1888, at 19 S. 13th Street in Philadelphia, Horn & Hardart opened its first restaurant. 135 years later Horn & Hardart is entering the next chapter in its...

The Automat in Macy's Herald Square

The Automat in Macy's Herald Square

Horn & Hardart opened an Automat at Macy's Herald Square on August 11, 1925. View a collection of photos of this iconic Automat.

The Automat in Macy's Herald Square

Horn & Hardart opened an Automat at Macy's Herald Square on August 11, 1925. View a collection of photos of this iconic Automat.

Horn & Hardart History: 8 Common Questions Answered

Horn & Hardart History: 8 Common Questions Answ...

When did the last Automat close? Why did Horn & Hardart decline, and is it coming back? Find answers to eight common questions about its history and revival.

Horn & Hardart History: 8 Common Questions Answ...

When did the last Automat close? Why did Horn & Hardart decline, and is it coming back? Find answers to eight common questions about its history and revival.