Miners and Stockmen's Steakhouse & Spirits
| Miners and Stockmen's Steakhouse & Spirits | |
|---|---|
| Restaurant information | |
| Established | 1862 |
| State | Wyoming |
| Country | United States |
Miners and Stockmen's Steakhouse & Spirits is a restaurant located in the sparsely populated town of Hartville in the U.S. state of Wyoming. It was opened in 1862 and is the oldest business in the state.[1][2][3][4] It is also one of the last remnants of the Old Fort Laramie Trading Post.[5]
History
[edit]Miners and Stockmen's Steakhouse & Spirits was opened in 1862. The bar back that is still used nowadays was hand carved by brewmasters in Germany. The restaurant is situated in a former booming mining town, and it was a popular spot for bank robbers, cattle rustlers and other outlaws. People would gather secretly at its basement to drink during the Prohibition.[3][4][5][6][7]
Scott and Christine Harmon bought Miners and Stockmen’s Steakhouse & Spirits in 2014.[6]
Features
[edit]Miners and Stockmen's Steakhouse and Spirits has a wild west ambience.[7] It is illustrated by its brick-and-wood facade, iron front sign and rustic decor.[8][9][10][11] Local taxidermy adorns the walls.[5] The restaurant has a large outdoor patio for dining which also has a view of the Wyoming hills.[5][12]
Miners and Stockmen's Steakhouse and Spirits offers a selection of steaks and vodka. The bar has an extensive wine list and offers 35 different kinds of whiskeys.[5][13][14]
References
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