Few People Know That Rhode Island Is The Birthplace Of The American Diner
By Jessica Wick|Published April 15, 2020
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Jessica Wick is a writer and travel enthusiast who loves exploring new places, meeting new people and, of course, beautiful Big Sky Country and every part of Washington State.
Going to a diner feels like a quintessential American pastime. There’s just something both nostalgic and comforting about enjoying a plate piled high with pancakes (complete with strong coffee) or a tasty burger and shake at all hours of the night. And if you feel like our Rhode Island diners seem a bit better than most, you’re not mistaken. In fact, most people don’t know this, but the concept of the American diner got its start right here in the Ocean State.
That year, a Rhode Islander named Walter Scott got the idea to open a horse-drawn, portable restaurant. In other news, he sort of invented the food truck about a century ahead of his time.
Walter Scott started serving food from his horse-pulled wagon to employees of the Providence Journal.
Diners are best known for their all-American menus, especially breakfasts and burgers. Much of the food is grilled, as early diners were always based around a grill.
Another reason that diners are so popular: they're typically small mom-and-pop businesses, which people love to support.
It has a carry-out window and a menu full of classic comfort food.
The next time you’re craving a hearty diner meal and you slide into a shiny booth and smell the freshly brewed coffee, you can smile knowing you live in the state that started it all.
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