Ritz Club

Culled from: Drury, John. Dining in Chicago, New York: The John Day Company, 1931, p. 254.

Note: The Newberry Library holds the personal papers of author John Drury.

RITZ CLUB, 343 East Garfield Boulevard

Bill Bottoms' popular black-and-tan, where the atmosphere is torrid during the wee small hours. Plenty of action from the colored saxophone player and the drummer, and the entertainment goes on at a merry clip. Floor shows, dancing between, exotic atmosphere, food, and the beaming personality of Bill himself. Chicken and chops are a specialty on the menu.