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0 of 3 Premium Clicks used this month SUBSCRIBE Print + Online Subscriber Activation | Register x Forgot Password | Need an Account? e-edition | subscribe | newsletter | deals Classifieds Jobs Autos Real Estate FEATURED » NEWS NOW Roseburg shooting victim describes gunman's rampage ... Habitat for Humanity volunteers raise walls and hope for Medford family ... Gold Hill residents say city dawdled as streets flooded ... Roseburg shooting victim describes gunman's rampage ... Habitat for Humanity volunteers raise walls and hope for Medford family ... Gold Hill residents say city dawdled as streets flooded ... 10 of America's best best roadside diners Comment MailTribune.com Writer Posted May. 19, 2015 at 12:17 PM Posted May. 19, 2015 at 12:17 PM » Social News While flying may be your fastest summer vacation transportation option, there’s something magical about a good old-fashioned road trip. Looking for a quaint little dining spot after a long day in the car? Don’t settle for fast food or gas station candy bars. These 10 retro diners spread across the U.S. are great spots to refuel and unwind with a cup of black coffee, a big stack of pancakes and a slice of cherry pie that would make Agent Dale Cooper smile. (Don’t forget to bring nickels for the jukebox.) The Fremont Diner: Nestled in the heart of northern California’s wine country, Sonoma’s Fremont Diner is known for its locally sourced menu. Located right off Highway 121, this cozy little spot offers biscuits, pie, chilaquiles and chicken-fried steak. ( 2698 Fremont Drive, Sonoma, CA 95476 , 707-938-7370.) (Photo: ah zut, Flickr) The Blue Benn: Located off U.S. Route 7 in Bennington, Vermont, the 1940s-style Blue Benn is operated inside of an original train dining car. In addition to its traditional diner fare like hamburgers, breakfast plates and sandwiches, the diner also features a vegetarian menu. Make sure to bring cash, as it’s the only form of payment accepted here. (314 North St., Bennington, VT 05201, 802-442-5140.) (Photo: Snap Man, Flickr) Rick’s White Light Diner: Found off U.S. Route 60 in Frankfort, Kentucky, Rick’s White Light Diner was established in 1929. The current building has been around since the early 1940s, and making it the city’s oldest restaurant. Diners will find no shortage of Cajun and Creole dishes, including beignets, crawfish pie, jambalaya and alligator po boys. (114 Bridge St., Frankfort, KY 40601, 502-696-9104.) (Photo: Rick's White Light Diner, via Facebook.) The Palace Diner: The Palace Diner can be found of Maine State Route 9 in Biddeford, and it is one of only two Pollard car diners still in existence. Founded in 1929, the Palace’s current menus include brown butter banana bread, corned beef hash and the Palais Royale double cheeseburger. (18 Franklin St., Biddeford, ME 04005, 207-284-0015.) (Photo: Palace Diner, via Facebook) The Broadway Diner: The 24-hour Broadway Diner is found in Baltimore off of Interstate 95. Fans of Guy Fieri’s “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives” may remember this fun little spot, known for its Hungarian Goulash, triple-decker club sandwiches and Disco Fries (made with gravy and melted cheddar cheese. (6501 Eastern Ave., Baltimore, MD 21224, 410-631-5666.) (Photo: The Broadway Diner, via Facebook.) The Red Arrow Diner: Found along U.S. Route 3 in Manchester, New Hampshire, the original Red Arrow Diner was established in 1922. The Lamontagne family’s restaurant got so popular that several more Red Arrows popped up nearby. Stop in for huge plates of pancakes, filling omelettes and a burger bar. (61 Lowell St., Manchester, NH 03101, 603-626-1118.) (Photo: Gail Frederick, Flickr.) Roscoe Diner: Roscoe, New York’s Roscoe Diner, built in 1962, is located off Route 17 between western New York and New York City. Known for its massive slabs of French toast and large sandwich menu, the diner has become a popular spot for people traveling between western New York and New York City. (1908 Old Route 17, Roscoe, NY 12776, 607-498-4405.) (Photo: Roscoe Diner, via Facebook.) The Original Market Diner: Dallas, Texas, is home to the Original Market Diner, situated off the Stemmons Freeway. Originally opened in the early 1960s as a classic drive-in, this retro diner went through a number of different names before it became the Original Market Diner. Try the restaurant’s homemade pies, three-egg omelettes or burgers next time you’re rolling through the Lone Star State. (4434 Harry Hines Blvd., Dallas, TX 75219, 214-521-0992.) (Photo: Original Market Diner, via Facebook.) Twede’s Cafe: Speaking of “Twin Peaks,” Twede’s Cafe, found along Washington State Route 202 in North Bend, was the diner where David Lynch’s cult show was filmed. If you’re in the area, you have to stop in for a slice of pie and a fine cup of coffee. (And then get out of town before anything weird happens.) (137 W. North Bend Way, North Bend, WA 98045, 425-831-5511.) (Photo: Twede's Cafe, via Facebook.) MailTribune.com Writer Posted May. 19, 2015 at 12:17 PM » Comment or view comments Reader Reaction » STAY INFORMED Email NewsLetter Sign Up Today Sign up for our newsletter and have the top headlines from your community delivered right to your inbox. Southern Oregon Directory Featured Businesses Loading... 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