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Long Beach Reef Restaurant Announces 50 Years with NationwideAnniversary Event

The Reef, a Long Beach waterfront landmark, will celebrate 50 years of businesson Saturday August 16, 2008 with its 23 themed sister restaurants of SpecialtyRestaurants Corporation.

Long Beach, CA (BUSINESS WIRE) August 1, 2008 – The Reef, a fine diningrestaurant situated on the water at Long Beach Harbor, will celebrate its 50th

anniversary with a nationwide, synchronized ceremony on Saturday August 16th,2008. At 2pm PST, The Reef and its 23 sister restaurants—owned by SpecialtyRestaurants Corporation—will each plant a tree to commemorate the Reef’sopening back in 1958. An open house from 1pm to 4pm will be held the sameday to increase awareness of The Reef’s concept evolution, new menu items,and activities at the restaurant’s location, 880 Harbor Scenic Drive, Long Beach,CA 90802.

“The Reef originated the idea of concept dining,” says Bill Tallichet, generalmanager of The Reef. “Island themed decorations, shells, tapa cloth, tiki godsand palm trees were not the normal restaurant decor for a high-end diningexperience in the early 60's. Yet…people from all over flocked to the waterfrontto enjoy…this tropical playground.”

Approximately 23 years later, The Reef caught fire, prompting a renovation andnew theme for the restaurant. The new concept was Ragin’ Cajun SouthernCuisine. Today, The Reef has developed a more regional focus on food, cuisine,and decor. It also serves as a fine dining venue for more than 300 annualweddings and ceremonies, from private gatherings of 25 guests to grandcelebrations accommodating over 500 people.

About Specialty Restaurants CorporationThese 24 themed restaurants, ranging from World War II aviation to South Seas, were foundedby late WWII pilot and entrepreneur David Tallichet. Each restaurant—94th Aero Squadron, TheCastaway, Rusty Pelican, and Shanghai Red’s, to name a few—are known for their unique views,event-hosting space, and casual dining atmosphere. Mr. Tallichet’s son, John D. Tallichet, is thecurrent Chairman of the Board. For more information, please visit specialtyrestaurants.com

About The Reef RestaurantEmploying more than 150 persons, The Reef is a community-based destination restaurant thathas served Long Beach since 1958. The Reef’s waterfront location at Long Beach Harbor andQueensway Bay serves as a host to all kinds of banquets, from business events to largeweddings and parties. For nearly 30 years, the Reef and Specialty Restaurants Corporation havebeen involved with an annual dinner for the homeless and underprivileged people, centered onthe efforts of the Salvation Army and the many homeless and family support shelters throughoutLong Beach and the Harbor Areas. Charity and community support offerings include theAmerican Cancer Society, The Long Beach Visitors and Conventions Bureau, The Long BeachGrand Cru, The Long Beach Grand Prix, The Catalina Ski Race, AIDS Awareness Long Beach,The Salvation Army, and The Spirit Of Christmas. For more information, please visitreefrestaurant.com

Odyssey Restaurant Hosts Thanksgiving Dinner for Oakridge Mobile HomePark Fire Victims

Specialty Restaurants Corporation is partnering with several sponsors to providea Thanksgiving meal at Odyssey, a fine dining steak and seafood restaurant withpanoramic views of the San Fernando Valley, for the Oakridge Mobile HomePark residents who lost their homes in the Sylmar fire.

Granada Hills, CA (BUSINESS WIRE) November 26, 2008 – Oakridge MobileHome Park fire victims will get to enjoy a Thanksgiving meal this year, thanks toSpecialty Restaurants Corporation (SRC) and several other sponsors. The event,funded by SRC in conjunction with Family Tree Produce, White Apron Meat Co.,Newport Meat Co., Alta Dena Dairy, Royal Cup Dine-Mor, Uncle Ben’s, and LABakery, will take place Sunday November 30th from 1pm to 3pm at SRC’sOdyssey Restaurant & Banquet—the “Vision of the Valley”—located at 15600Odyssey Drive, Granada Hills, CA 91344.

A traditional Thanksgiving buffet will be served to Oakridge residents and theeight additional homeowners whose houses burned down in the Sylmar fire. Onthe menu will be a collection of “Odyssey” salads like Organic Baby Greens withCandied Walnuts, Hickory Smoked Bacon with Red Skin Potato, and SweetCarrots and Raisins with Honey Pineapple. At the carving station will be HoneyGlazed Roasted Ham and Herb Roasted Carolina Turkey Breast. Other proteinsand starches include Roasted Carolina Turkey Legs and Thighs, Basmati Ricewith Dill and Lima Beans, String Green Bean Almandine, Fresh Pear Stuffing andGravy, Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes, Traditional Candied Yams, and FreshCranberry Sauce. For dessert there will be an assortment of cakes and pies,including Pumpkin, Pecan and more. A variety of fresh baked breads will also beserved.

About Specialty Restaurants CorporationThis group of over 20 themed restaurants, ranging from World War II aviation to SouthSeas, was founded by late WWII pilot and entrepreneur David Tallichet. Eachrestaurant—94th Aero Squadron, The Castaway, Rusty Pelican, and Shanghai Red’s, toname a few—are known for their unique views, event-hosting space, and casual diningatmosphere. Mr. Tallichet’s son, John D. Tallichet, is the current Chairman of the Board.For more information, please visit specialtyrestaurants.com.

About The Odyssey Restaurant & BanquetThis fine dining California cuisine restaurant located in the San Fernando Valleyspecializes in steak and fresh seafood. Known as the “Vision of the Valley”, and for itsaward-winning champagne Sunday brunch, the Odyssey’s panoramic views serve as theperfect backdrop to any special event. Five different banquet facilities are available forprivate functions, such as garden weddings or business meetings, and accommodategroups of 75 to 550 guests. For more information, please visittheodysseyrestaurant.com.