The Depot Cafe is Currently Closed – looking for Concessionaire

Posted by: thebeanery on: July 18 2010 • Categorized in: Information

The Depot Cafe originally opened its doors in June of 2006, heralding a renewed celebration of the Milwaukee Road. Inspiring nostalgia and introducing a new generation to the taste of history. The South Cle Elum Depot also houses a Milwaukee Road memorabilia museum, complete with a restored ticket booth and scale model railroad display. The grounds include an interpretive trail, and, as part of the Washington’s Ironhorse State Park, is an excellent starting point or rest stop along the John Wayne Pioneer Trail.

It was open again on weekends for a period of time from July 2010 through January 2011, before closing again. It is now awaiting a new Concessionaire to take over operations.

Here is a recap of what happened during the weekends in 2010:

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Turn-Key Restaurant Opportunity

The Cascade Rail Foundation is seeking a qualified concessionaire to operate the Depot Cafe. Includes established restaurant (since 2006), fully equipped kitchen & dining areas, cookware, dishes, and more. Contact us with your interest for more information.

The Depot Cafe, South Cle Elum, WA

The Depot Cafe is located directly at the railroad crossing of appetite and nostalgia. Nestled inside the Milwaukee Road depot in South Cle Elum, the railroad atmosphere is genuine. Hailing back to the days when "The Beanery" was THE place for hungry engineers, conductors, and every sort of Milwaukee Road worker to satisfy a well earned appetite, the tradition lives on at the Depot Cafe.