Big Jim's Lounge and El Tio's

El Tio’s Restaurant – in 1980 El Tio’s claimed to have the most complete, authentic Mexican dishes.—the décor was “True Mexican Tradition” – every dining table received a basket of chips and salsa….. Big Jim’s Lounge –1980 -  located at 913 Burdick Expressway West. The lounge was formerly know as Tony’s Tavern – Under the new ownership the lounge still featured A happy hour every day, ladies night on Wednesdays and chili or soup on Saturday. They also specialized in a “pound of beer” – served in a 16 ounce fruit jar. …..

 1980 - Grand Opening