Archie’s Waeside Wins National Award

(Le Mars) — A local steakhouse has been nationally recgonized for its good food and longevity.  In May, Archie’s Waeside will be honored with the James Beard Foundation “American Classic” award.  Owner, Bob Rand, says it is quite the honor for a Le Mars restaurant to be one of five recognized nationally.

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Rand says Archie’s is being honored, in part, for its long-term comittment in the restauarant business.

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Rand explains how Archie’s was selected for the national food honor.

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The steakhouse owner claims it is the comittment of the people, both the employees and the guests, that makes the local eatery so special.

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On Friday, March 13th, a film production crew will be shooting video for the award presentation, and Rand wishes to invite the folks from Le Mars to dine at Archie’s that evening.

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