Health Camp #10

Health Camp 

A Waco iconic restaurant established in 1949

 Health Camp

Health Camp is a major staple in Waco's history. The Health Camp restaurant was established in 1949 by Jack Schaevitz, who built the mobile canteen to provide ice cream and burgers to military personnel. This canteen prompted Jack to open a restaurant on the iconic Waco Circle in 1949. Health Camp has thoughtfully crafted burgers made with the finest ingredients. They also offer homemade frozen custard and ice cream prepared in-house daily. The term "Health Camp" was stamped on the eggs that Jack's dad used to sell at his dairy in Youngstown, Ohio. The simple design replicating the first model of "McDonald's" with a walk-up window and a small kitchen slowly grew into an eating spot for many local Wacoans and a stopping point for travelers between Dallas and Austin. After working long hours, Jack Schaevitz decided to retire at 78. He then sold Health Camp to David Tinsley and his manager, Sammy Citrano. Tinsley also purchased the Elite Cafe, which is now known as Magnolia Table.  

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Jack Schaevitz, the founder of Health Camp (right), and his brother-in-law Lou Stein (left) jointly ran the Health Camp for years. Stein managed the operational side as Schaevitz focused on cultivating and expanding the restaurant's customers. The picture above, taken in 1948, shows the original design of the Health Camp. 

The view of Health Camp from the Circle in Waco - Picture of Health Camp, Waco - Tripadvisor

Today, their building looks a little different, but they still offer high-quality food such as burgers, corn dogs, grilled cheese, fries tots, onion rings, and much more. One of their most popular items is their shakes, malts, and ice cream. They offer over forty different flavors for shakes and malts. They still remain in business and flourishing with the large presence of Baylor Students. Stop by today and try one of their famous burgers or shakes. You will not regret it. 


Sources: 

https://www.wacohealthcamp.com/

https://wacohistory.org/items/show/59







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