Craig Huse

Jan 29, 2025

The History of St. Elmo Steak House with Craig Huse

Craig Huse, CEO of Huse Culinary, reveals how St. Elmo’s Steak House became an Indiana icon and where it’s headed next. From celebrity encounters to new restaurant concepts, get the full story behind this legendary Midwest brand.

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

This podcast is sponsored by

Sweetwater

Sweetwater, located in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is a large music store and online retailer that specializes in musical instruments and pro audio equipment. It's known for its extensive inventory, expert staff, and dedication to customer service.

This podcast is sponsored by

Sweetwater

Sweetwater, located in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is a large music store and online retailer that specializes in musical instruments and pro audio equipment. It's known for its extensive inventory, expert staff, and dedication to customer service.

This podcast is sponsored by

Sweetwater

Sweetwater, located in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is a large music store and online retailer that specializes in musical instruments and pro audio equipment. It's known for its extensive inventory, expert staff, and dedication to customer service.

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