The Diner Essex Road

It’s not exactly Happy Days, but The Diner does a decent job of conjuring up a 1950s’ Stateside vibe. Interiors are bright & colourful, with comfy leather booths kitted out with French’s mustard & Heinz tomato ketchup. There’s a breakfast of champions to kickstart your day, from French toast, waffles & pancakes to fry-ups & Tex-Mex burritos, & the calorie count continues in much the same direction later on. Burgers & hot dogs are joined by steaming bowls of chilli, corned beef hash & even meatloaf for a full-on retro experience. Don’t overlook the large selection of sides though, which include ‘mac & cheese’, corn on the cob, refried beans & six types of fries, from Cajun-spiced to chilli cheese. Assuming you’ve been pacing yourself, finish with a slice of pecan pie or a peanut butter milkshake, put your two thumbs up & give a silent nod to The Fonz.