Well, the crane anyway! This crane made quick work of tearing down the structure that was once the Silverado Grill, a local landmark and anchor to the Spring Road Business District. When owners Jack Island and Dave Walradt opened the restaurant, it was the 17th or 18th endeavor to make a go of it, but they all failed. Silverado did it right and stayed successful for the long haul. It was a frequent gathering place for the entire community and was the ONLY place to be for the Elmhurst St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Silverado provided education to generations of 5th graders at Jackson School, it was a prime spot to watch sports and, most of all, it had the best that money could buy in terms of burgers, steaks, fries, armadillo eggs, honey mustard dressing, and much more. Goodbye and good night, old friend!
