Howard Johnson Merch
Description: Howard Johnson's restaurants originally started as a single location opened by Howard Deering Johnson in 1925 and grew into a substantial restaurant chain in the decades that followed. By the 1950s, the company expanded operations by opening hotels, then known as Howard Johnson's Motor Lodges, which were often located next to restaurants. Throughout the 1960s and 1970s, it had become the largest restaurant chain in the U.S., with its combined company-owned and franchised outlets. Howard Johnson's restaurants were franchised separately from the hotel brand beginning in 1986 but, in the years that followed, severely dwindled in number until eventually disappearing altogether.
Description: Howard Johnson's Motor Lodge evokes a sense of nostalgia, reminiscent of family road trips and cozy meals shared in a welcoming atmosphere. The aroma of classic dishes fills the air, as laughter and stories blend in a warm, inviting space, creating lasting memories of togetherness and comfort
Howard Johnson's Motor Lodge, 1925 Nostalgia Restaurant Baby & Kids T-Shirt
by Chakib Arslane
$13 $19
Description: Howard Johnson's 1950's style "Do not disturb" door hanger sign. Howard Johnson, after his great success with his restaurant business, opened his first hotel in 1954. When we were kids on our summer car trip, we loved the restaurants so much, we couldn't wait to stay in the new Howard Johnson's hotel.
Howard Johnson's. 1950's style "Do not disturb" sign Tank Top
by Nostalgia Place
$16 $21
Description: Celebrate a piece of American roadside dining history with this classic Howard Johnson’s Restaurants logo design. Featuring the iconic orange-roof imagery and bold retro typography, this graphic captures the nostalgic charm of the legendary restaurant chain that helped define family road trips, comfort food, and classic Americana. Perfect for vintage advertising enthusiasts, retro travel lovers, restaurant history buffs, and anyone who appreciates nostalgic Americana design.
Description: Retro distressed graphic featuring Howard Johnson's iconic Simple Simon and the Pieman mascot alongside classic 28 flavors ice cream branding.
Vintage Howard Johnson's Simple Simon Pieman Retro Ice Cream Crewneck Sweatshirt
by zarod_cart
$28 $35
Howard Johnson's Earthlight Room from Space Station 5 - 2001: A Space Odyssey T-Shirt
by Kino Culture
$16 $24
Description: Step back in time with this beautifully nostalgic design featuring a vintage Howard Johnson's road map cover. Showcasing the iconic orange-roofed restaurant in a charming mid-century rendering, this artwork captures the essence of 1950s Americana. Perfect for fans of retro travel art, classic roadside diners, and mid-century modern design, this piece is a celebration of Howard Johnson's legacy as a beloved symbol of American road trips and hospitality. Ideal for adding a touch of vintage charm to your collection or as a thoughtful gift for history and design enthusiasts.
