Running and Laughing through the Golden State
Running and Laughing through the Golden State
According to their website, Richie’s Real American Diner has an extensive menu featuring classic American fare in a retro-inspired, family-friendly setting. I was driving back to the desert and wanted to stop along the way. A real American diner sounded like my type of place.
Spoiler: Richie’s Real American Diner is about as “real of a diner” as you can get.
Milton’s Deli in Del Mar was a fun spot while in San Diego. I know what you’re thinking…a deli…why are you reviewing a deli. Once you see or walk into Milton’s Deli, you’ll know why. Yes, it has a deli in the name, but it’s definitely a diner.
After hearing Jax at the Tracks was on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives, I knew I wanted to go. My experience with diners on TV shows is not always “good.” Of course, if you will be on a TV show, you’ll make the food as good as possible. For common folks like myself? Maybe not. You see Jax by the Tracks on Food Network here.
Recently I went to Crepes & Burgers in Folsom, California. I’ve driven through the greater Folsom area several times now, and I always seem to gravitate here.
Now I’m not sure if you can classify it as a diner, but it’s close enough. There are now 3 locations in Citrus Heights, Fair Oaks, and their newest location in Folsom. It’s quickly become one of my more favorite Northern California dining spots. It’s an easy take-out spot, and food can be ready in 15 minutes. Since it’s roughly 90 minutes from my house, it’s a great spot if I don’t want to wait to eat back in Napa.
Recently I was in Oakland and stopped at the Daughter’s Diner for takeout on my way home. I didn’t really feel like driving another hour on an empty stomach.
It is open Wednesday-Sunday 9-9. Interesting, a diner isn’t open earlier, but I’ve also been to diners not open on Sundays…