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When Tony’s served its last guests this past February, it was more than a restaurant closure; it was the end of an era. St. Louis has been mourning the loss of this beloved titan of its restaurant community, which defined fine dining in the city more than any other establishment. On this episode of Arch Eats, George and Cheryl sit down with James Bommarito, son of Tony’s legendary Vince Bommarito, Sr. and the person who was running the ship until it said its final goodbyes. James has many stories to tell, including some thoughts on why the restaurant closed. He’ll also share some fond memories about the restaurant, some fun facts—including Tony’s role in bringing to town a now-ubiquitous side dish—and his plans for the future. Listen and follow Arch Eats on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever podcasts are available.
This episode of Arch Eats is sponsored by Opera Theatre of St. Louis and supported by STAGES St. Louis. Opera Theatre’s 2025 Festival Season is playing now through June 29, featuring A Midsummer Night’s Dream and more. Get tickets today.
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Interested in being a podcast sponsor? Contact Lauren Leppert at [email protected].
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When Tony’s served its last guests this past February, it was more than a restaurant closure; it was the end of an era. St. Louis has been mourning the loss of this beloved titan of its restaurant community, which defined fine dining in the city more than any other establishment. On this episode of Arch Eats, George and Cheryl sit down with James Bommarito, son of Tony’s legendary Vince Bommarito, Sr. and the person who was running the ship until it said its final goodbyes. James has many stories to tell, including some thoughts on why the restaurant closed. He’ll also share some fond memories about the restaurant, some fun facts—including Tony’s role in bringing to town a now-ubiquitous side dish—and his plans for the future. Listen and follow Arch Eats on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever podcasts are available.
This episode of Arch Eats is sponsored by Opera Theatre of St. Louis and supported by STAGES St. Louis. Opera Theatre’s 2025 Festival Season is playing now through June 29, featuring A Midsummer Night’s Dream and more. Get tickets today.
New to podcasts? Follow these instructions to start listening to our shows, and hear what you’ve been missing!
Have an idea for a future Arch Eats episode? Send your thoughts or feedback by emailing [email protected].
Hungry for more? Subscribe to our Dining newsletters for the freshest coverage on the local restaurant and culinary scene. And follow George (@georgemahe) and SLM on Instagram (@stlouismag).
Interested in being a podcast sponsor? Contact Lauren Leppert at [email protected].
You may also enjoy these SLM articles:
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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