Disabled workers' employers lauded Area businesses help people with disabilities find and keep jobs Nov 2, 2009
James Morrett (right) weighs salads as Famous Dave's kitchen manager Robert Kelly watches ... The partnership is working well, said Rob Kelly, manager of Famous Dave's in Massaponax. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
MUCH OBLIGED Oct 25, 2009
The following businesses were very generous to donate door prizes for the participants: Americinn, Applebee's, Associates in Eye Care, Black Bear, Bonanza, Buffalo Wild Wings, Brainerd Medical Supply, Caribou Coffee, Comfort Suites, Computer Plus, Country Inn, Crosby Eye Clinic, Culver's, El Tequila, Family Chiropractic, Famous Dave's, Floor to Ceiling, Grizzly's, Hirshfield's Paints, Ja-Mi Nails, Kentucky Fried Chicken, Kitchen Place, Lakeland Vet, Light Depot, Life Preserver Natural Food,... (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Flyin' Cowboy owners plan to expand menu Oct 16, 2009
The Famous Dave's restaurant at 2821 Washington Road changed its name to Flyin' Cowboy ... and decided to end their franchise agreement with Famous Dave's in Augusta, according to assistant general manager Fred Martin. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Police Seek Woman In Credit Card Thefts Aug 22, 2009
The wallets were taken and the credit cards were used in Bellevue and Omaha businesses, including Walmart and Famous Dave's. Investigators said the woman is black, weighs about 200 pounds and is about 5 feet 4 inches tall. (7 KETV Omaha)
Second-Half Uprising Propels #3 Irish Past Wisconsin, 3-0 Aug 22, 2009
Notre Dame will hold its fifth annual soccer kickoff barbeque Saturday from 4-6 p.m. (ET) on the practice fields north of Alumni Field -- free food will be provided by Famous Dave's BBQ, while both the Notre Dame men's and women's soccer teams will be in attendance for autographs and photos (admission is free for the event). Days. (Und.com)
You do not have the right to remain silent Aug 17, 2009
From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., jailbirds will enjoy refreshments at Famous Dave's while they call family, friends and co-workers to raise their bail for babies. "It's one of those cheesy, fun events that raises money for a good cause," said Ashley Gerner, March of Dimes community director. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Touring musicians fill days off with grub, golf Aug 7, 2009
"We went over to Famous Dave's today," ZZ Top guitarist Billy Gibbons said from the Tyson stage Wednesday night ... Aside from the Famous Dave's stop, a few members of ZZ Top had dinner the night before at Historic Fourth Street pub Sweet Fanny's ... "There is this crazy railroad line running through the middle of town. I could see Famous Dave's but couldn't get there. That gets really old after about 30 minutes.". (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Tourism Office Asks 5,000 Philadelphians to Send Postcards to Friends and Family Inviting Them to Sleep Over in Philly Jul 2, 2009
The booths will be adorned with With Love, Philadelphia XOXO(TM) letters, and postcard writers may receive fun Philly treats, like a taste of Famous Dave's barbeque or a chance to take a picture with the Philadelphia Phillies' World Series trophy. "We want Philadelphia residents to be engaged in the With Love, Philadelphia XOXO(TM) campaign as much as possible," said Meryl Levitz, president and CEO, GPTMC. "That's why we're asking them to craft a personalized message to their friends and loved... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
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Food and Dining Briefs for July 2 : North County Times - Californian 07-02-2009. Casa de Bandini reopens: Casa de Bandini, the Mexican restaurant that Diane Powers operated in Old Town San Diego for 25 years until she lost her lease four years ago and was forced to close, reopens Thursday in The Forum shopping center in Carlsbad. (North County Times)
Mesa food bank hosts annual 'Christmas in July' drive Jun 29, 2009
The business that collects the most food or money will win a party at Famous Dave's ... Where: Famous Dave's, 1011 N. Dobson Road, Mesa. (AZCentral -- News)
Famous Dave's director heads to Boston Mkt May 30, 2009
Famous Dave's director leaves to become Boston Market CEO - Minneapolis / St. Paul Business Journal ... Famous Dave's director leaves to become Boston Market CEO. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
One $1 tag means free Frosty till December May 24, 2009
$5 Meal at Famous Dave's : Famous Dave's has a $5 lunch special weekdays. Customers can receive a pork sandwich, choice of side and a drink from 11 to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. (The Augusta Chronicle)
More of this story May 14, 2009
They dined at Famous Dave's where the waiter brings your meal spread out on a garbage can lid. Really, now, it was an unused lid, I am told. (Cut Bank Pioneer Press - Golden Triangle, MT)
Zip to Zap party planned Saturday May 10, 2009
The day will start with a duck race at 1 p.m., followed by a car show at 2 p.m. There will be plenty of food with a pork roast served at 5 p.m., along with burgers made up by the Zap Community Club and food from Famous Dave's. A polka and country and western band will play from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Zap Community Hall, or outside if it's nice. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Dave, you get free barbecue Wednesday Apr 29, 2009
LOANED PHOTOYUMA'S FAMOUS DAVE'S will be giving away a free entree like the ones in this photo to anyone named Dave, as long as they have valid ID, and bring a paying friend not named Dave ... Famous Dave's BBQ is inviting anyone named Dave or David to eat for free at the local restaurant, 1501 S. Yuma Palms Parkway ... "In the midst of these tough economic times, we wanted to give a break to some people in the Yuma community and honor all those folks who share our namesake," said Dave Dworak of... (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
BITES AND PIECES: Daves, your day has come Apr 28, 2009
More about Dave: Famous Dave's BBQ restaurant is about to make other Daves famous for a day ---- the eatery (which is still open in Vista, yes, I know, at 303 Vista Village Drive) is offering free eats on Wednesday to anyone named Dave. It's a way to "honor" Famous Dave Anderson, creator of the chain. (North County Times)
Food and Dining Briefs for April 23 Apr 28, 2009
Celebrate with McCormick ck's: Thursday is celebrating "Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day" by offering free lunch to school-age children dining with their parent. The San Diego location is at 675 L. St., near Petco Park. (North County Times)
Famous Dave's still serving in Vista Apr 9, 2009
My column last week passed on incorrect information about Famous Dave's BBQ restaurant in Vista ---- namely, that it had closed, when in fact it was and still is open. I trusted a reader, but did not verify; I apologize for that mistake. (North County Times)
Chetek class of 1984 planning reunion Apr 9, 2009
It will be a catered family picnic by Famous Dave's. The cost is $15 for adults, $8 for kids. (Chetek Alert, WI)
BITES AND PIECES: Reader seeks Souplantation's broccoli salad Apr 2, 2009
-- Carol Paeper of San Marcos is looking for the baked beans recipe from Famous Dave's BBQ, which recently closed its Vista restaurant ... Carol, luckily for us, the recipe is in a Famous Dave's cookbook titled "Famous Dave's Backroads treets" by David W. Anderson (Lifeskills Center for Leadership, 1999) ... If you can't find them at your local grocery store, I assume you can buy the Famous Dave's steak seasoning and BBQ sauce through their Web site. (North County Times)
40 Under Forty honorees announced Mar 28, 2009
Aric Nissen, Famous Dave's. Marnie Ochs-Raleigh, Evolve Systems. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
There has been too much to think about lately, so today we offer this: Hamburgers or hot dogs? Mar 25, 2009
ST wrote on Mar 19, 2009 7:40 PM:" Plain bacon cheese burger (no BBQ sauce) from Famous Dave's in Cedar Falls. (yes they are different than the Sioux City location)Hot dogs-off the grill only please ". mv wrote on Mar 19, 2009 4:17 PM:" Forget the restaurants, hamburgers on the Weber (charcoal is the only way to go) are number 1 followed by jalapeno polish dogs and once in a while a regular hot dog. On the grill nothing is bad, forget the restaurants. ". (Sioux City Journal)
2009 GoMids.com Tailgate coming soon Mar 13, 2009
Famous Dave's will cater the event. The menu is outstanding and includes: Pulled Pork. (GoMidshipmen.com)
Tangle Tamers moves back to 4th Avenue home Mar 1, 2009
Yuma's own Famous Dave's took top honors in the guest satisfaction index among all Famous Dave's restaurants nationwide, announced general manager Art Ruanova. The restaurant, which opened in March 2006 at Yuma Palms Regional Center, features award-winning St. Louis-style ribs and other barbecue specialities of the house along with such fare as corn on the cob, cole slaw, beans and corn muffins. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Charges swing Famous Dave's to loss in Q4 Feb 26, 2009
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Tribes push for Native's nomination to high-level post Feb 22, 2009
The Indian affairs post has experienced ups and downs, particularly during the Bush administration when the last two Republican appointments abruptly resigned, including road engineer Neal McCaleb and restaurateur Dave Anderson, owner of Famous Dave's barbecue. It doesn't seem there was a heck of a lot of interest during the past administration, said Trimble. (Missoulian, MT)
VISTA: Restaurant land faces foreclosure (3328) Feb 11, 2009
VISTA ---- The future of the Famous Dave's barbecue franchise in Vista is as hazy as the smoke off its grill ... The Famous Dave's franchise opened at the Vista site nearly two years ago ... Gantes filed Chapter 11 bankruptcy petitions last year for several companies that he owns, including WhitTown Partners, the owner of the Famous Dave's restaurant business in Vista. (North County Times)
Guide: Romantic dining spots Feb 10, 2009
Famous Dave's offers a Saturday night dinner with dishes such as St. Louis-style spareribs, grilled chicken and dessert. The evening includes a movie at the Cinemark for a discounted price. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
MAC Prepares For Post-Lancer Reality Feb 8, 2009
Famous Dave's restaurant expects an impact. The crowd there was sparse on Thursday night. (7 KETV Omaha)
