Although founded in 1974 in Sharon, PA, Quaker Steak & Lube didn’t reach Syracuse until 2007. The Lube, as it is commonly called, is a family friendly restaurant with a motor-themed atmosphere. The restaurant features a unique blend of great service, award-winning food, supercharged events and eye-popping décor.
Back in 1974 while the country was going through its first gas crisis with the price of gas skyrocketing, many gas stations were closing nationwide. So, carmakers began exploring how to develop cars that got better mileage.
But for George "Jig" Warren III and Gary "Moe" Meszaros, it became a different focus. It became about finding a way to preserve the culture of the old gas stations and those old muscle cars. So, they bought a bunch of grills and invited customers to come and grill their own meat.
So was born Quaker Steak & Lube, a "cook your own" restaurant that gave old muscle cars a permanent home, including a 1936 Chevrolet, frozen in time on the original hydraulic grease rack.
“It is from these beginnings that the Quaker Steak & Lube family of restaurants began. Today, The Lube serves over 70 million wings annually, has bottled sauces for retail sale, has won the title of "Best Wings USA," and has over 100 local, national, and international awards for their sauce recipes. Over 30 locations in multiple states across the US, The Lube is still rescuing muscle cars, vintage cars, trucks and a vast selection of custom and antique motorcycles, giving them good homes hanging from the walls and ceilings in each restaurant,” their website states.
With the awards starting in 1988 for “Best Wings USA,” they have not stopped. The Lube is still receiving annual awards for their wings and other menu items. And with a menu that covers hamburgers and sandwiches to even fried pickles, it’s no wonder The Lube is an award winning restaurant.
The full menu can be viewed on their web site (http://www.quakersteakandlube.com/). The Lube also has a page on Facebook, and with over 16,000 friends, it’s no wonder the restaurant is always busy.
Katie Rapp, marketing activities coordinator for the Syracuse Lube, describes it as, “a happening place to be.”
With TVs everywhere, motorcycles hanging from ceiling, and even a car hung just inside the front doors, the atmosphere just rings full of fun.
“It’s a great place for families, singles, teenagers. It’s a great atmosphere for everyone,” Rapp continued.
With The Lube being an event-driven establishment, there is always something going on at the restaurant.
Monday nights are Family Night. Tuesday nights are All You Can Eat Wings. Wednesday night is Bike Night. Thursday night is Trivia Night, with new questions every week. There is a picture round made up by the host and can be quite entertaining. If a table gets a bonus question correct, they end up with a bucket of beers. And Friday night is Happy Hour.
The main focus is the coming concert series. This series starts June 5 and will go until August 28. It will run every Saturday starting at 7:30pm. There is a list of local bands that will be playing, most of them outside on the patio. This list includes The Edge, Double Barrel Blues Band, and The John Glenn Band.
The Lube will also be hosting the second annual Redneck Games on July 24. The games will start at noon. The winner will receive a five day pass to The Buffalo Chip Campground in Sturgis, South Dakota. Last year over 3,000 people attended the games. Pabst Blue Ribbon will sponsor the event.
Customers can also join an email club. This club consists of receiving two to three emails per week that contain information about upcoming events and sometimes come with a coupon that can be printed out.
With some of the servers being there since the location has opened, it’s a really fun crew. And with a corporate slogan of “bringing the fun factor,” it’s not wonder.
Kim Campbell, one of the servers, states, “The food is great. I kind of wish I could figure out some of these recipes for myself.”
The restaurant also has a fully staffed bar. From mixed drinks to having eight beers on tap, there is always a choice. The Lube is also known for their “Lube tube.” This is a 100-ounce tube that has its own spigot that sits directly on the table.
Quaker Steak and Lube is open Monday thru Thursday 11am-11pm, Friday thru Saturday 11am-midnight, and Sunday 11am-10pm.
Back in 1974 while the country was going through its first gas crisis with the price of gas skyrocketing, many gas stations were closing nationwide. So, carmakers began exploring how to develop cars that got better mileage.
But for George "Jig" Warren III and Gary "Moe" Meszaros, it became a different focus. It became about finding a way to preserve the culture of the old gas stations and those old muscle cars. So, they bought a bunch of grills and invited customers to come and grill their own meat.
So was born Quaker Steak & Lube, a "cook your own" restaurant that gave old muscle cars a permanent home, including a 1936 Chevrolet, frozen in time on the original hydraulic grease rack.
“It is from these beginnings that the Quaker Steak & Lube family of restaurants began. Today, The Lube serves over 70 million wings annually, has bottled sauces for retail sale, has won the title of "Best Wings USA," and has over 100 local, national, and international awards for their sauce recipes. Over 30 locations in multiple states across the US, The Lube is still rescuing muscle cars, vintage cars, trucks and a vast selection of custom and antique motorcycles, giving them good homes hanging from the walls and ceilings in each restaurant,” their website states.
With the awards starting in 1988 for “Best Wings USA,” they have not stopped. The Lube is still receiving annual awards for their wings and other menu items. And with a menu that covers hamburgers and sandwiches to even fried pickles, it’s no wonder The Lube is an award winning restaurant.
The full menu can be viewed on their web site (http://www.quakersteakandlube.com/). The Lube also has a page on Facebook, and with over 16,000 friends, it’s no wonder the restaurant is always busy.
Katie Rapp, marketing activities coordinator for the Syracuse Lube, describes it as, “a happening place to be.”
With TVs everywhere, motorcycles hanging from ceiling, and even a car hung just inside the front doors, the atmosphere just rings full of fun.
“It’s a great place for families, singles, teenagers. It’s a great atmosphere for everyone,” Rapp continued.
With The Lube being an event-driven establishment, there is always something going on at the restaurant.
Monday nights are Family Night. Tuesday nights are All You Can Eat Wings. Wednesday night is Bike Night. Thursday night is Trivia Night, with new questions every week. There is a picture round made up by the host and can be quite entertaining. If a table gets a bonus question correct, they end up with a bucket of beers. And Friday night is Happy Hour.
The main focus is the coming concert series. This series starts June 5 and will go until August 28. It will run every Saturday starting at 7:30pm. There is a list of local bands that will be playing, most of them outside on the patio. This list includes The Edge, Double Barrel Blues Band, and The John Glenn Band.
The Lube will also be hosting the second annual Redneck Games on July 24. The games will start at noon. The winner will receive a five day pass to The Buffalo Chip Campground in Sturgis, South Dakota. Last year over 3,000 people attended the games. Pabst Blue Ribbon will sponsor the event.
Customers can also join an email club. This club consists of receiving two to three emails per week that contain information about upcoming events and sometimes come with a coupon that can be printed out.
With some of the servers being there since the location has opened, it’s a really fun crew. And with a corporate slogan of “bringing the fun factor,” it’s not wonder.
Kim Campbell, one of the servers, states, “The food is great. I kind of wish I could figure out some of these recipes for myself.”
The restaurant also has a fully staffed bar. From mixed drinks to having eight beers on tap, there is always a choice. The Lube is also known for their “Lube tube.” This is a 100-ounce tube that has its own spigot that sits directly on the table.
Quaker Steak and Lube is open Monday thru Thursday 11am-11pm, Friday thru Saturday 11am-midnight, and Sunday 11am-10pm.
By Alisha Tondro, for Table Hopping – with Central New York Nightlife!
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