Photo by Sally Bjork
“RIP Red Hawk,” says Elise McCoy. “You were my family’s favorite.”
“Great clue!” says Barb Tester. “‘Get there before the 3rd’ reminds us that the Red Hawk Bar & Grill [was] slated to close on May third after thirty-three years of business.” “Having lived in Ann Arbor for only thirty-two years, all I’ve ever known is the Red Hawk,” writes David Karl. “Such a shame to lose a place like this.”
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The photo shows the “second-floor windows and their lintel ornaments at 316 S. State St.,” says Eric Sobocinski. The upper facade is “pressed tin,” shares local architectural historian Susan Wineberg, and the building “began its life as the grocery store of Samuel Hendrickson in 1872.” Since the 1990s, it’s been a beloved community gathering place. “It’s a pity to see them leave,” writes Rudi Hauleitner.
“I used to enjoy sharing the ‘Killer Nachos’ with friends there,” says Dave Bicknell. Joanne Coughlin recalls “many memories of going there after U-M hockey games with our friends for a sandwich, a bowl of soup, and a ‘pour.’ They will be missed!”
We received twenty-seven entries correctly identifying Red Hawk. Our random drawing winner, Steve Jensen, frequented Red Hawk—“our favorite restaurant”—before and after shows at the Michigan and State theaters. He will enjoy a $25 gift certificate at Produce Station. To enter this month’s contest, use the image and clue below and send your answer to the address above.
Hint: Heading West to Water Hill | Photo by Sally Bjork
