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Fairmont, West Virginia

The Poky Dot

This technicolor classic diner is known for its nine-pound banana splits and retro flair.

Sponsored By West Virginia Department of Tourism

Birmingham, Michigan

Hunter House Hamburgers

Classic burger joint that’s been serving up sliders since 1952.

The Fantastic, Fading Retro Diners of Hong Kong

Today, cha chaan tengs face steep competition from modern coffee shops and fast food.

Austin Bush June 16, 2025

Echo Park Time Travel Mart.

Atlas Obscura Presents: Traveling Back in Time for Coconut Cake With The Sporkful

In search of an elusive slice of coconut cake, Dan Pashman of The Sporkful takes a detour through LA’s abandoned underground tunnel system, visiting a former speakeasy and an unusual store along the way.

The Podcast Team June 8, 2025

Bristol, Virginia

Burger Bar

With roots dating back to 1942, this retro diner was where Hank Williams is said to have uttered his last words.

Almere, Netherlands

Gateway Diner Beatrixpark

This diner from 1930s America now resides in a small town in the Netherlands.

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Hattiesburg, Mississippi

Coney Island Cafe

This down-home diner has been serving up comfort foods for over 100 years.

A Stack of 10 Places for Pancake-Lovers

From diners to sugar shacks, get your flapjacks, crepes, and silver dollars piled high.

Diana Hubbell September 13, 2024

Natick, Massachusetts

Casey’s Diner

Order the extra snappy, steamed hot dogs at this fourth-generation-run New England diner.

Bellville, Ohio

Jacques the World’s Largest Bobblehead

This 35-foot-tall hamburger-toting chef is said to be the largest bobblehead in the world.

Retro Americana Is on the Menu at These 17 Diners

Sometimes you just need a burger and fries with a side of nostalgia.

Diana Hubbell May 30, 2024

Kaohsiung City, Taiwan

Arkansas Diner

Down-home Arkansas comfort food comes with a side of American pop culture kitsch.

Gila Bend, Arizona

Space Age Lodge and Restaurant

A lingering bit of Space Race nostalgia lies in the middle of the desert.

Banh-Mi Tacos and The OG Breakfast Corn Dog: Denver’s Affordable Food Scene is Full of Surprises

Eat adventurously at these nine wallet-friendly restaurants.

Sponsored By Visit Denver

Raleigh, North Carolina

The Roast Grill

This family-owned diner has been slinging chili dogs since 1940.

Nashville, Tennessee

Dino's

East Nashville's oldest dive bar will bring you back to life with animal-style bar fare.

Nashville, Tennessee

Brown's Diner

This beloved cheeseburger-slinging trailer holds Nashville's oldest beer license.

Leon’s of Milwaukee has been slinging frozen custard since 1942.

roadside attractions

The Retro Lover’s Guide to Road-Tripping

Inside one man’s quest to visit the last vestiges of roadside Americana.

Sam O'Brien June 18, 2025