In 1945, Ann Sather purchased a small Swedish diner at 929 West Belmont Avenue.  The restaurant had already been open for 22 years, but she soon put her own name on the front door and began styling the inexpensive, home-style fare in her own fashion.  She continued to operate the restaurant and bakery until 1981 when she sold the business to Tom Tunney, a savvy 26 year-old who quickly learned the ropes under her tutelage.  Before long, Tunney moved the restaurant to this location, where he was able to accommodate four times as many people.  In 1987, Tunney opened a second location in Andersonville, and two additional Ann Sather Cafes followed thereafter.  Today, Tom Tunney is a renowned and respected Chicago alderman serving the same Lakeview neighborhood.