Vintage Restaurant and Brewery Pulpboard Coaster Collection

Story

Before digital check-ins, these humble cardboard squares were the ultimate proof of where you spent your Friday nights. This collection spans from corporate giants like Chili's and Outback to lost local legends like Cleveland's Fagan's in the Flats. It captures a golden era of casual dining and the early days of the craft beer revolution.

Maker / Origin

While the individual coasters were produced by commercial pulpboard printers, the brands represented tell the story of late-20th-century hospitality. From the 1975-founded Chili's to the early craft pioneers like Kona Brewing (est. 1994) and Heartland Brewery (est. 1995), these pieces represent the creative marketing teams who shaped modern American dining culture.

Condition & Value

The collection shows variable wear consistent with actual tavern use. Several Outback Steakhouse coasters exhibit noticeable water staining, ring marks, and edge wear, while others, like the Kona Brewing and Hard Rock Cafe examples, remain relatively clean with crisp edges.