Southern Pacific Railroad Children's Menu 1930s George Washington Delmonico's garnered a reputation as

Delmonico's garnered a reputation as one of America's top fine dining restaurants from the time it first opened in 1837 on William Street in lower Manhattan

It was known as “the happy ship” because of its luxurious accommodations and fine service at sea

This 1933 menu from the SS Lurline is strikingly modern

It has 267 items on offer including 14 clams and oysters dishes

Southern Pacific Railroad Children's Menu 1930s George Washington Delmonico's garnered a reputation asOriginating in 1870, the Southern Pacific Railroad, became one of the most powerful rail companies of the 19th century. In 1883, the company built one of the first transcontinental routes that carried passengers from New Orleans to California. As rail travel evolved throughout the US, attractive amenities were created to enhance passenger experience and provided ways to stay ahead of the competition. Dining cars became de rigueur and families that