Chicago Firehouse Restaurant (former Engine Company 104) is a landmark in Chicago, Illinois, and a filming location for Backdraft (1991). Built in 1905.
Location: Chicago, Illinois, United States
Verified facts
- Appeared in Backdraft (movie, 1991) — as The former Engine Co.
confidence 70/100 · 2 recorded source groups · SRC-15844, SRC-15846 - Built in 1905
confidence 85/100 · 3 recorded source groups · SRC-15847, SRC-16840, SRC-17260
Evidence & sources
- SRC-15844 — https://www.itsfilmedthere.com/2010/01/backdraft.html (Tier 2, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-15846 — https://www.firehouse.com/stations/video/12026762/chicago-fire-station-featured-in-backdraft-destroy (Tier 1, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-15847 — https://www.chicagofirehouse.com/about-us/ (Tier 1, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-16840 — https://webapps1.chicago.gov/landmarksweb/web/landmarkdetails.htm?lanId=11975 (Tier 1, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-17260 — http://glessnerhouse.blogspot.com/2014/12/fire-damages-chicago-firehouse.html (Tier 2, reference; retrieved July 2026)
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Frequently asked questions
How is Chicago Firehouse Restaurant (former Engine Company 104) connected to Backdraft?
Chicago Firehouse Restaurant (former Engine Company 104), in Chicago, Illinois, has a documented connection to Backdraft. Read the sourced facts on this page for the type of connection.
Where is Chicago Firehouse Restaurant (former Engine Company 104) located?
Chicago Firehouse Restaurant (former Engine Company 104) is located in Chicago, Illinois.