Ah, the greasy spoon!
There's really nothing quite like a local diner. They always have tremendous character, hilarious characters, and usually, some tasty food. They're like the Susan Boyle of the restaurant world: don't judge them based on appearance, as what's inside is usually quite amazing.
To that end, I'm pretty much addicted to "Diners, Drive-ins, & Dives" on Food Network. Sure, the host is sort of annoying (if I hear "bananas", "winner, winner ______ dinner", or "the Philly hunch" one more time, I may lose it), but I can get past that. I enjoy seeing these little businesses which, quite frequently, start from nothing, become these local legends. They are a major source of community and nostalgia for the local area, where pseudo families meet to discuss local events and happenings, enjoy a delicious meal for a reasonable price, and stay connected to their neighbours.
Oh, yeah... the food often looks pretty sweet too. I love a good diner breakfast, and some of the ones featured on the show look amazing. I'm not an egg guy, but I have been know to put away a pancake or two now and again, and I'm a sucker for any sort of fried potato. I remember seeing a bananas foster French toast on one episode that looked particularly appeals. For lunch, I must admit that some delicious sandwiches and burgers have been featured, and I can pretty much guarantee that any place that hand makes their own onion rings fresh everyday, like some on the show, would have to have a special booth reserved for me.
One of my dreams (well... not major dream... day dream?) would be to go on a massive road trip, hitting up all of the places on "Triple D" that I've fancied.
Get me some Southern BBQ and some fried chicken and waffles!
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