Ship Café, Venice, California 1913 Sizes:A2 (420x594mm) Archival Print (Unframed) it was called “the largest

it was called “the largest and finest café in the city

They sat at mahogany tables inlaid with mother of pearl

ice cream for (translation) after the defeat and wine for (translation) those who want to feel better

after the repeal of Prohibition

Today Amtrak operates three Sunset Limited trains a week in both directions

Ship Café, Venice, California 1913 Sizes:A2 (420x594mm) Archival Print (Unframed) it was called “the largestThe Ship Caf was the place to go in Venice, California, in 1905. This restaurant, part of the Ship Hotel, was one of the great attractions of the original Venice Pier. The building was was designed to be a replica of Juan Cabrillo's Spanish galleon. The high priced cuisine was served in the main dining room as well as in private salons on the second deck. The staff was uniformed like 16th century naval officers. Courtesy Henry Voigt Collection Each