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These are the best retro diners in the US

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Derailed Diner, Robertsdale, Alabama
Sami's City Diner, Anchorage, Alaska
The Purple Cow Restaurant, various locations, Arkansas
Pann’s, Los Angeles, California
Olympia Diner, Newington, Connecticut
Howley’s, West Palm Beach, Florida
Marietta Diner, Marietta, Georgia
Rock Island Cafe, Honolulu, Hawaii
Dixie’s Diner, Idaho Falls, Idaho
 Little Goat Diner, Chicago, Illinois
Oasis Diner, Plainfield, Indiana
Bluebird Diner, Iowa City, Iowa
Rick's White Light Diner, Frankfort, Kentucky
Palace Diner, Biddeford, Maine
A1 Diner, Gardiner, Maine
Broadway Diner, Baltimore, Maryland
Casey’s Diner, Natick, Massachusetts
Lou’s Diner, Las Vegas, Nevada
Red Arrow Diner, Manchester, New Hampshire
Tops Diner, Harrison, New Jersey
Square Diner, New York City, New York
Midnight Diner, Charlotte, North Carolina
Kroll’s Diner, Fargo, North Dakota
Jigger’s Diner, East Greenwich, Rhode Island
Phillips Avenue Diner, Sioux Falls, South Dakota
The Arcade Restaurant, Memphis, Tennessee
Original Market Diner, Dallas, Texas
Ruth’s Diner, Salt Lake City, Utah
The Blue Benn Diner, Bennington, Vermont
Frank’s Diner, Kenosha, Wisconsin
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Diners are a staple part of America's food culture and the best of them are gloriously retro – all neon signs and bright bar stools, with comfort food in ample portions. Here we round up the best classic diners in America. Due to COVID-19, be sure to check local travel restrictions, including state travel advisories, and individual websites for dine-in, takeout and delivery options before you visit.
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Jacqui Agate

19 August 2022

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