The concept for the restaurant came from Keith Barrish , producer of such films as Sophie's Choice and The Fugitive . The Planet Hollywoods have lots of movie and television memorabilia. Among the memorabilia are such things as Tom Hanks' costume from Forrest Gump , Billy Crystal's saddle from City Slickers , the leather jacket worn by John Travolta in Get Shorty and Kevin Costner's costume from Waterworld . There's also a handprint wall, with autographed palms of such celebs as Jack Nicholson, Mel Gibson, Goldie Hawn, Paul Newman and Michael Douglas . As for the menu, they say it's California's new classic cuisine, and a few of the dishes are unusual pastas, a big variety of vegetables, turkey burgers, exotic salads, etc.
Background music is movie scores.
I'll keep you posted on the opening. A few years ago after attending a luncheon in N.Y.'s Central Park, Barbara Hurwitz thought this was something we should do in Hermann Park. The idea will come true June 11 when friends of Hermann Park gather in the Rose Garden under an air-conditioned tent for a luncheon honoring Hizzoner Mayor Bob Lanier for his longtime support of parks and beautification projects. Hurwitz is chairing the event. Best-selling author Stephen J. Cannell's new novel, King Con , is just out.