The History of St. Elmo Steak House with Craig Huse
Craig Huse
Food
Business to Know
Podcast Summary
I got to sit down with Craig Huse, CEO of Huse Culinary and we chatted about the history and the ongoing legacy of Indiana’s iconic St. Elmo’s Steak House.
Craig shares details about the restaurant’s founding, its celebrity connections, including an impromptu Parks and Rec scene with Newt Gingrich.
Then we got into their other popular ventures like Harry and Izzy’s and various retail products.
You are going to learn about:
The storied history of St. Elmo's Steak House and its founding in 1902
How St. Elmo’s became a key spot for celebrities and influential figures.
Huse Culinary's expansion plans, focusing on new restaurant concepts and retail products.
Check out these great clips:
01:53 History of St. Elmo's Steak House
05:29 Ownership Transitions and Challenges
14:58 Expansion and New Ventures
25:53 Retail Products and Innovations
39:28 Exploring Local Eateries
41:18 Upcoming Restaurant Ventures
41:54 Indianapolis Airport Expansion
43:29 The Future in Phoenix
45:33 Stewarding the St. Elmo Brand
49:04 Celebrity Encounters and Stories
58:11 Favorite Menu Items
01:04:19 Advice for Aspiring Restaurateurs
01:08:42 Indiana's Hidden Gems and Icons
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Guest(s)
Craig Huse
Date Published
January 29, 2025