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Durango's Saloon
120 East Philadelphia Avenue
Boyertown, PA
Phone: 610-473-9444
Formerly known as the William Penn Lodge during the 1800's, the
building located at 120-122 East Philadelphia Avenue was a popular
local stop for travelers. Circa 1890 the hotel acquired a new
owner and its name was changed to The Old Mansion House. Local
residents were treated to a fine meal before attending the evening
entertainment at the Opera House, located just a few doors away.
During the prohibition years, The Old Mansion House gained a reputation
of infamy serving drinks to privileged guests downstairs in the
basement. The upstairs continued to be a popular place for fine
dining. The specialty of the house was lobster, and lots of
them. Every weekend lobsters arrived by the trainload via the
adjacent tracks, and were stored in large crates.
Many years have gone by and The Old Mansion House is alive with
nostalgia. Following a change in ownership and a facelift, this
historic building, now known as Durango's Saloon, will continue to
proudly serve local residents and guests.
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