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New restaurant scoop! Local eyes are moist with joy, or at least mine are, with the news that former Henry’s owner/architect Joe Chapman is returning to the Coeur d’Alene restaurant scene soon when Grumpy’s opens for business in the former Bambino’s location in midtown Cd’A, which for aeons before that housed a cracked-out all-nite laundromat. If you know Joe at all, you’ll know that Grumpy’s is THE perfect name for his new culinary endeavor. As I’ve mentioned before, Joe was my first boss and an old family friend; I washed dishes there at age 15, and it was a default hang-out spot for several decades/OrangeTV. More Bread Crumbs & Tuna Chunks.Quick links: 2012 graduating seniors • Summer camp guide • Jobs: The Road Ahead • Prep sports • News quiz
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OfCoffee on February 19 at 1:52 p.m.
Orange - there was a GREAT burger/bar in Ketchum named Grumpy’s. Might still be there. Any relation? Franchise or something?
Lynne on February 19 at 2:01 p.m.
I’m one of the old Henry’s crowd. I’ll be there with bells on. I’m sure a lot of us will. I still hang with some of the old crowd. Note to Joe: My favorite Ciappino best be on the menu!
MamaJD on February 19 at 2:28 p.m.
One of my favorite Midtown eateries that we frequent often is the Mexican Food Factory. They have the best chips around. Sometimes I just go buy the chips and salsa through the drive up window.
wheels on February 19 at 3:37 p.m.
OTV for the record Joe is not an architect.Henrys was a great spot.His re-entering the restaurant bus should be interesting.
DFO on February 19 at 3:46 p.m.
Wheels; you need an avatar.
JIMMYMAC on February 19 at 3:49 p.m.
Haha, Wheels!
I have nothing but love for Joe and I wish him all the best in the world but yes, I think it should be interesting. I mean that in the kindest way :)
eagleeye on February 19 at 4:03 p.m.
Just for the record, Joe may not technically be an architect but he does design houses, buildings and does interior commercial design. Thus his current business, Chapman Designs.
wheels on February 19 at 4:26 p.m.
DFO I’m not the only poster without an avatar. Is that an HBO mandate? If so I respectfully request time to choose one. JIMMYMAC don’t worry Joe will do very well.He has a large following and the food at Henrys was always top notch.
florined on February 19 at 4:48 p.m.
OTV, please say you aren’t just a-teasing me with that pix of Joe’s special! And, if we all join hands, maybe we can make the chicken pasta salad with the creamy horseradish sauce return to this earth.
OrangeTV on February 19 at 4:57 p.m.
Florine, you’re right - that was a killer pasta salad and I actually used to make it when I worked there. I think I can remember the recipe. It was wagon wheel pasta boiled al dente, romaine lettuce chunks, chopped red onion, chopped pineapple rings, almonds, grilled chicken breast in bite size pieces, and mushroom slices.The dressing was ranch mixed with generous amounts of horseradish sauce. Yum and a half
MikeK on February 19 at 4:59 p.m.
OfCoffee - I’ve eaten at that Grumpy’s in Ketchum a few years ago - I think it’s still there. It’s the place with the enormous schooners of beer, right? I don’t think I’ve heard that it’s a franchise, but who knows. Good burgers is right.
I used to live at 11th and Front, and Henry’s was a perfect neighborhood place to hang out (and walk home from) if and when I was inclined. I didn’t have much discretionary income back then (early 1990’s), so I didn’t eat there much and can’t recall how good the food was, but the booths, lighting, music, and drinks were great. When a young bachelor has to choose between creamy horseradish sauce chicken pasta salad and beer, well, it should be clear what is likely to win.
JIMMYMAC on February 19 at 11:15 p.m.
It wil definitely be the place to go if you want to hear about the glory dayz of Vandal football. Joe can tell some good ones as he was on the field.
Lynne on February 20 at 7:19 a.m.
MikeK - That’s where I currently reside.
Now my mouth is watering for Henry’s Steak Bites. Haven’t thought of those for ages. Yummo!