How I’m Having Thanksgiving At Harry’s Hofbrau@HappyShortLunch

Harry's Hofbrau was founded by Harry Kramer in Redwood City, California, in 1954. It grew into a chain of cafeteria-style restaurants known for American-style comfort food like turkey, with a second-generation family member, Larry Kramer, taking over and expanding it in 1968. The San Jose location closed in 2019, but the chain continues to operate in Redwood City and San Leandro.
Founding: Harry Kramer opened the first location in Redwood City in 1954, inspired by the carved meat cafeteria style of restaurants like Tommy's Joynt.
Expansion: Harry's son, Larry Kramer, took over the business in 1968 and opened the San Jose location in 1976. The chain expanded and contracted over the decades but remained a family-run business.
Concept: The restaurants are known for their cafeteria-style service, where customers choose from a selection of freshly carved meats and sides, with a focus on hearty portions and American comfort food like their famous whole roasted turkey.
Recent history: The San Jose location closed in 2019 after 42 years, due to its lease ending and the site being redeveloped. The remaining locations are in Redwood City and San Leandro.


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