Great Story On The Strip On Front Page Of The News Sentinel

[Volfan1000]

Former Tennessee quarterback Bobby Scott worked as a cashier at the Varsity Inn and rang up a lot of hamburger orders.

 

[MAD]

Here is a link to the article

Seven decades of Cumberland Avenue memories told as one crazy night on 'the Strip'

 

[HuntlandVolinColo]

Do they have Slaw burgers?

Fayetteville, TN used to always have the best ones.

 

[LexVol71]

During the late 60's and early 70's, the Roman room featured cold Michelob on tap, wonderful Greek salads, and the best veal parmesan ever. I was a regular and George tolerated college students. Barely.

 

[number1volfanfrom76]

After discharge 5/74, I entered the ending of the Battle era. And watched all of the Artful Dodger games at home. Sorry, failing memory but was at Stokley when Johnny announced his "Blood ran Deep Orange!" We were sure a Natty was coming our way. After all- He just won it at Pitt! Took us till '98 and Johnny was back at Pitt I think. Has been a great ride folks!

 

[volfannga]

After discharge 5/74, I entered the ending of the Battle era. And watched all of the Artful Dodger games at home. Sorry, failing memory but was at Stokley when Johnny announced his "Blood ran Deep Orange!" We were sure a Natty was coming our way. After all- He just won it at Pitt! Took us till '98 and Johnny was back at Pitt I think. Has been a great ride folks!

We were at Stokely that night too. "When Johnny comes marching home again ...."

 

[KnoxRealtorVOL]

Do they have Slaw burgers?

Fayetteville, TN used to always have the best ones.

That sounds awful

 

[VolsFan-TX]

Fond memories of the Tap Room, the Library, Sam & Andy's, and many other locations on the strip from 1987-1991. I have a child at UT now and the strip has a completely different look especially with the current construction. At least Gus' deli is still there.

 

[MAD]

Do they have Slaw burgers?

Fayetteville, TN used to always have the best ones.

Knoxville is known for their steamed sandwiches.

“They Like That Soft Bread” — THE BITTER SOUTHERNER

 

[njvols]

Good Article...Couldn't beat $1 Long Island Teas at the Copper Cellar on Fridays, come back scarf down some pizzas from Stephano's watch Miami Vice, then hit the strip.

 

[smokeymon]

Do they have Slaw burgers?

Fayetteville, TN used to always have the best ones.

And still do!!!

 

[VFL1953]

Knoxville is known for their steamed sandwiches.

“They Like That Soft Bread” — THE BITTER SOUTHERNER

Turkey and smoked cheddar on long white, mayo, mustard and horseradish. Then over to Yosemite Sam's for beers and dancing to Russell Smith and Fatback. Take me back, please.

 

[Volfan1000]

I ate at the Brownie's Grill location in South Knoxville and I think that there was an original Brownie's Grill on the Strip at one time.

 

[JustFunnN'Orange]

The Copper Cellar is/was an icon on the strip! I've spent many hours there over several decades. Sadly, the future will not have the same fun hours I have lived!

 

[jim pique]

The homeless guys nickname was "Squeegie" like what he would do to clean stores or bars windows for money or beer.His real name was Jack Crowley.An ex-lawyer who would sometimes go to "moot" court held in the Law school.When it got real cold, the cops would look for him to take him downtown for warmth.Such were the days in the early 70' s at the Last Lap.The Lap was next door to Englands Sound Studio that sold stereo equipment(amps,turntables,reel-to-reels).Those were the days!

 

[beachvol23]

Knoxville is known for their steamed sandwiches.

“They Like That Soft Bread” — THE BITTER SOUTHERNER

Yes, too bad all the chains destroyed all the great mom n pop delis with great steamed sandwiches!

 

[LargeOrange1]

The Last Lap & Longbranch were my favorite haunts.....

 

[Volador]

Learned to drink beer at the Last Lap listening to Jimmy Buffet belt out "Why don't we get drunk and screw". Anyone remember Ruby Tuesday on the strip? It was the #2 Ruby Tuesday after the first one in West Knoxville. And best hot dogs on the planet were found at the gas station on the corner of Volunteer BLVD and Cumberland Ave. Think it was Paul's Place? Hot dog w chili/beans topped with smoked cheddar and then steamed. Add brown mustard and a true culinary delight was had by all. And anyone ever do Happy Hour at The Sheraton? Think it was 3 for 1 and cost of a drink was $1.80. Oh, and got arrested for D&D at The Tap Room. Such a nice place.

 

[davethevol]

The homeless guys nickname was "Squeegie" like what he would do to clean stores or bars windows for money or beer.His real name was Jack Crowley.An ex-lawyer who would sometimes go to "moot" court held in the Law school.When it got real cold, the cops would look for him to take him downtown for warmth.Such were the days in the early 70' s at the Last Lap.The Lap was next door to Englands Sound Studio that sold stereo equipment(amps,turntables,reel-to-reels).Those were the days!

Some of the homeless guys on Cumberland were decent people that had mental disabilities. And some were real dirtbags. I befriended one who seemed like he was really kind, soft spoken. I found out later from UTPD they had been called to the library to remove him because of suspicious behavior, and when they looked him up it turned out the guy was a convicted child rapist. We as college kids really had no clue how dangerous some of theses people were.

 

[Ratvol]

Used to hang out at the LongBranch back in the mid 70s... Life is Gud..

GO VOLS!!!!

 

[orangebloodgmc]

Fond memories of the Tap Room, the Library, Sam & Andy's, and many other locations on the strip from 1987-1991. I have a child at UT now and the strip has a completely different look especially with the current construction. At least Gus' deli is still there.

I worked at Sam & Andy's for a few months in mid-70s; there I learned to cuss in Greek. Good times.

 

[OffTackleVol]

During the late 60's and early 70's, the Roman room featured cold Michelob on tap, wonderful Greek salads, and the best veal parmesan ever. I was a regular and George tolerated college students. Barely.

Cold Michelob on tap.........now, that gets my attention.

 

[OffTackleVol]

We were at Stokely that night too. "When Johnny comes marching home again ...."

And then a few years later, I remember attending a basketball game at Stokely with a sign hanging that read "Go Johnny Go....and Take Devoe!"

 

[OffTackleVol]

The Last Lap & Longbranch were my favorite haunts.....

Got to throw Yosemite Sam's in there..........

 

[ShelbourneVol]

The homeless guys nickname was "Squeegie" like what he would do to clean stores or bars windows for money or beer.His real name was Jack Crowley.An ex-lawyer who would sometimes go to "moot" court held in the Law school.When it got real cold, the cops would look for him to take him downtown for warmth.Such were the days in the early 70' s at the Last Lap.The Lap was next door to Englands Sound Studio that sold stereo equipment(amps,turntables,reel-to-reels).Those were the days!

Squeegie used to come to Mary Jane’s ice cream shop, which I managed. It was located on the side of England Sound. We would give him ice cream in lieu of money after we found out he was buying booze with the cash we gave him. He would wash our windows, take out trash. He could be really funny. Hungover or strung out he got ugly.