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On this day in history

Posted on July 2, 2026 by AntiqueAutomat

July 2nd, 1912. A Croatian newspaper published news from New York City about the Automat opening. https://www.index.hr/food/clanak/ovaj-je-restoran-prvi-izbacio-konobare-ljudi-nisu-mogli-vjerovati/2809265.aspx The first Automat in Croatia was opened in Split, a well-known city established by the Roman Emperor Diocletian. The Automat was opened in … Continue reading →

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The Last Automat Closed in 1991 When Fast Food Chains Killed Democratic Dining Automat closing

Posted on June 8, 2026 by AntiqueAutomat
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The Automat, When Fast Food Meant Putting Nickels in a Wall

Posted on May 1, 2026 by AntiqueAutomat

Horn and Hardart Automat, NYC

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Horn & Hardart Automat

Posted on April 14, 2026 by AntiqueAutomat

Documentary movies: Horn & Hardart Automat – Life in America A look back at the innovative food on-demand concept called the Automat. The Automat by Lisa Hurwitz https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4554690 Mel Brooks – At The Automat Lisa Hurwitz and The Automat The documentary … Continue reading →

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