From local Gristmill, to... Popular Gathering Place...
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| Once the site of Park Smith’s gristmill, where lumber was cut and farm implements repaired, Peabody’s began as the local fruit market in 1946. It was Peabody’s Market, a thriving family-run market that served as grocer to its surrounding communities for twenty-nine years. Miles of apple, peach and pear orchards, maintained by Stan and Louise Peabody, combined with their hard-work and fortitude, were the “venture capital” that started Peabody’s... In 1975, son, Jim Peabody, who always wanted to create a relaxing local upscale restaurant, turned the infamous barn structure into Peabody’s Fine Foods And Wet Goods. His daughters, Nancy, Susan and Barbara, along |
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with head chef, Roger Sutton, joined Jim in this new endeavor. The restaurant was a welcomed gathering
spot in the growing city and became the destination place for quality food and a good time. |
In 1980, a fire
swept through the historic Peabody barn. It was a tragedy for the family and the community of local patrons. What didn’t perish, were Peabody’s structure and solid foundation. Its foundation: enduring values—earnestness, innovation, and loyalty, which for three generations served as trusted groundings for a Peabody tradition of social excellence. In six months, Peabody’s Restaurant was up and running. Inspired by ambition and vision of a dedicated father, Jim Peabody, Nancy, Susan, and Barbara Peabody share their passion for hospitality with Metro Detroit, as this local landmark continues to be a Metro Detroit distinguished destination.
Join us in writing the next chapter of history
A History, always in the making!
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