Shady Glen Restaurant and Ice Cream Parlor • 1948

Established in 1948 in Manchester, Connecticut, Shady Glen Restaurant and Ice Cream Parlor is a beloved dining destination renowned for its "Bernice Original" cheeseburgers, featuring crispy fried cheese. This family-owned eatery also serves homemade ice cream, maintaining a classic 1950s atmosphere and service style. Shady Glen has received a James Beard Award as one of America's Classics, celebrating its enduring cultural and culinary significance.