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Randy Yagi

An iconic part of American culture for over 100 years, eateries are described as one of the most important culinary experiences in the United States. Generously reflected in songs, movies, fiction and art, classic American eateries are usually defined by traditional American cuisine late at night. , counters with retro-style products and simple stools, multiple tables and stylish decor that takes customers back to a time when life was much easier. Although eateries are not as popular as they used to be, and many have more limited hours or seek to include healthier food on the menu, there are still hundreds of these establishments that continue to offer standard American comfort food, basic seating and friendly atmosphere. While many, if not most, of the best classic eateries can be found in northeastern states such as Massachusetts, New York and Rhode Island, here’s a slightly broader look at just five of the best and most famous eateries in America.

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Franco’s Diner
508 58th Street
Kenosha, VI
(262) 657-1017
www.franksdinerkenosha.com

Hours:
Monday-Friday from 6 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Saturday 7 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Sunday 7 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

With a limited number of seats and a chosen dish known as “garbage,” Frank’s Diner’s snack bar can’t immediately stand out as a recommended place for dinner. But make no mistake, Frank’s is a trusted iconic establishment located in a 1926 railroad diner and considered the longest, continuous diner in the country. Throughout its long history the historic diner has been a popular stop for ordinary people and local politicians as well as legendary celebrities who have been in town for performances at nearby Kenosha Historical Theater such as Duke Ellington, Liberac, Three Puppets and Count Sam Dracula, Bela Lugosi . Most recently, actor Mark Ruffalo dined at Frank’s, as well as CBS News correspondent Dean Reynolds and Green Packers members along with Guy Fieri, who showed this in the first season of the popular series Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives on the Food Channel. In its impressive menu, Frank’s offers several calorie-reducing dishes, including the famous “Garbage Plates” consisting of five eggs, a brown side dish, green peppers and onions with a selection of meat dishes, as well as other recommended dishes such as giant pancakes in butter. , fluffy omelets, The Usuals and Gigantic Burger. Frank’s Diner only accepts cash, although there is an ATM.

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Goody Goody Diner
5900 Natural Bridge Ave.
St. Louis, Missouri 63120
(314) 383-3333 +
www.goodygoodydiner.com

Hours:
Monday to Saturday: 07:00 to 14:00
Sunday: 08:00 to 14:00

Goody Goody Diner, the iconic St. Louis restaurant since 1948, seems just as “good”. No matter how high this statement is, it is supported by a legion of loyal customers, a growing roster of visitors from all over the country and appearances of several famous people over the years such as music legend Chuck Berry, former Miss America Debbie Turner, Cedric the Entertainer and former vice -Presidents El Gore and Joe Biden. Goody Goody Diner even has a very popular local celebrity – a very friendly and cheerful presenter Sylvester “Sly” Bell, who is also known as “Rhymed Master”. Located on the site of the very first A&W Root Beer kiosk in St. Louis, this spacious diner is widely known for a range of delicious dishes on the menu, including the Hobo Breakfast Bowl, The Slinger, the famous chicken and waffles and The Wilbur, a huge omelette that is so casual ‘is part of the Wilbur House snack bar slogan. Goody Goody Diner accepts cash and major credit cards.

The original Comoros coffee shop
877 S. Figueroa St.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 972-9279
www.facebook.com/TheOriginalPantryCafe

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Hours:
Open 24 hours

Relying on the catchy slogan “never closes, never without a customer”, the Original Pantry Café remains strong after more than 90 years of celebration. Located within walking distance of the Grammy Museum and the world-famous Staples Center, this Los Angeles landmark has been named the city’s most famous restaurant and has repeatedly appeared in fiction and film, and has attracted several celebrities over the years such as Marilyn Monroe. , Lucille Ball, Humphrey Bogart and even Pope John Paul II and Kim Kardashian. This downtown Los Angeles restaurant has a good-sized counter for about 20 customers and about 20 more tables. This downtown Los Angeles restaurant has a wall menu that is probably very similar to what it originated in the Golden Age of Hollywood and with prices that thankfully remain affordable. For breakfast, pancakes, French toast and omelettes with ham and cheese are hot choices, as are other comfort products such as his famous mashed potatoes, burgers from the pantry, salads and steaks, and cakes and pies for those who love sweets. Insider Tip: Visit a cafe if something doesn’t happen at the Staples Center. The Original Pantry Cafe does not accept credit cards, although there is an ATM.

Tom Brooklyn
782 Washington Ave.
Brooklyn, New York 11238
(718) 636-9738
www.tomsbrooklyn.com

Hours:
Monday-Saturday: 07:00 to 16:00
Sunday: 08:00 to 16:00

Not to be confused with Tom’s more touristy restaurant, which became a major pop attraction after it was regularly shown on the Seinfeld TV sitcom, Tom’s Brooklyn was perhaps the most popular restaurant in New York City’s most populous area for more than 80 years. Occupying the same spot in Prospect Heights since 1936, Tom’s is very well known for handing out free items such as coffee, cookies, french fries and even milkshakes to customers waiting in line at the door. But the real appeal of this old school diner near the Brooklyn Museum is the consistently good level of service and the quality of the delicious food, albeit greasy spoons. For the first time, customers may want to try specialties such as fluffy pancakes, Danish pancakes, cheese omelette and “Best Brooklyn Hamburgers”, as well as popular drinks such as Tom’s Famous Egg Cream and Tom’s Famous Cherry Lime Rickey. Tom has second place along the famous promenade on Coney Island. Although the original location is only cash, the newer location on Coney Island accepts basic credit cards.

Tops Diner
5000 Passaic Ave.
East Newark, NJ 07029
(973) 481-0490
www.thetopsdiner.com

Hours:
Sunday-Thursday: 6 a.m.-1 p.m.
Friday-Saturday: 6am-2am

If New Jersey is the “World Capital of Diner,” then Tops Diner may just be the building of its capital. Named the best diner last year in America and often cited as the state’s best and most famous restaurant, this popular fat spoon has been satisfying hungry customers for nearly 75 years. With an unusually large menu, Tops offers a range of specialties such as popular blueberry pancakes, French fries from Jersey, NY Strip, Famous Jameis Meatloaf and Lobster Mac, as well as several barbecue rib dishes and certified Angus beef dishes at reasonable prices. At the end of the meal, customers can also order a dessert or two with recommended sweets such as chocolate cake, candy from a drugstore, grandma’s rice pudding or one of eight different varieties of cheesecakes, notably the famous original cheesecake made from scratch daily. Visiting a rush hour diner may require waiting until an hour, but it’s worth it to dine at best. Tops Diner accepts cash and major credit cards.

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