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This is a vintage breakfast menu from the Colonial Room at the Phoenix Hotel in Lexington, Kentucky. The cover features a striking illustration of two horses by artist Brewer, Jr., dated \'47, reflecting the equestrian culture of the region. The interior provides a nostalgic look at mid-century dining, including both a la carte options and numbered set breakfast menus.
The menu includes a wide variety of historical food offerings such as sugar-cured ham, salt mackerel, calf liver and bacon, and various cereals, fruits, and beverages like Postum and Sanka coffee. All pricing is listed in cents and dollars, with a separate section for \'A La Carte\' items on the reverse side. This listing includes the complete physical paper menu as pictured.
- Brand/Maker: Phoenix Hotel
- Item Type: Restaurant Menu
- Era: 1947
- Location: Lexington, Kentucky
- Theme: Equestrian / Horse / Hotel Dining
- Artist: Brewer, Jr.
- Material: Paper
- Included Components: Single fold-out menu
- Country of Origin: USA