5 Great American Roadside Diners for RV Travelers
America’s vast landscapes invite travelers from all walks of life. If you have set out on an RV road trip, an adventure millions of people have found irresistible, food will eventually be the topic of discussion.
A pit stop for some fast food can be memorable for the whole family. Your choices aren’t limited to Wendy’s or McDonald’s, though these are great for many. We’re talking about the hidden gems that nobody knows about, that offer authentic quality meals that satiate the body, mind, and memory.
Take these suggestions for granted. Unless you are Guy Fieri from Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives, you’re probably not going to spend much time in one place or have a chance to hit all of them. If you want to know where in the U.S. you could have a hearty dinner and are still pondering a destination, check out this list of some great roadside restaurants.
Route 66 Restaurant
If you crave a classic diner on your travels, this Santa Rosa, New Mexico stop is great if you are hungry and enjoy a throwback 1950s vibe. The breakfast, cheeseburgers, and TexMex dishes are the talk of the town. Delicious Mexican food is not hard to come by in this part of the country, and nor is it here. Specifically, go for the huevos rancheros, a popular dish consisting of fried egg, salsa, black beans, and a tortilla.
Vernon’s Kuntry Katfish
Located on I-45 in Conroe, Texas, this small pit-stop (seating about 40) is just 100 miles outside Galveston. You can get your Mississippi-raised catfish served three different ways – blackened, breaded and fried, or lemon-peppered. Lots of people take their Outdoorsy RV rentals down south, and a good reason is the chance ty try regional comfort foods like fried green tomatoes, fried yellow squash, and good ‘ol Bar-B-Q. Plus, Vernon’s has steak, shrimp, and frogs legs.
Agawam Diner
This Rowley, Massachusetts establishment, north of Boston, has been around for over 70 years. Moved in 1970 to its place on historic U.S. Route 1, the diner is on the National Register of Historic Places. It has a classic rail car diner look. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served here, and you can get pies and pastries, baked fresh, to go. The menu looks a lot like what you’d expect in New England, with seafood, sandwiches, and cold plates, plus a delightful coconut cream pie to boot.
Voodoo Doughnut
Voodoo stands out with its burger that’s not in a classic bun, an English muffin, or the like, but inside a doughnut. A long ride into Portland, Oregon can also spur your hunger for a maple bacon bar or a doughnut topped with Captain Crunch yeast. What a perfect oddity if you’re wondering where to eat on the road!
The Tomato Head
If you’re on the road to Nashville, this Knoxville, Tennessee restaurant may not be a classic diner, but just what the gastric deities ordered if you crave fresh pizza, burritos, quesadillas, deluxe sandwiches, grilled cheese and luscious salads – all in one place!
These roadside dining choices aren’t the only ones out there. You can certainly get an idea of what you can find in all corners of the country, and knowing where to eat might whet your appetite, and help pick a destination.
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