When late-night hunger hits, there’s nothing quite as satisfying as the greasy comforts dished out at a decent local diner. The next time you find yourself with the midnight munchies, check out these five awesome 24-hour diners in America.
Beth’s Cafe, Seattle, Washington
Whether you’re trying to recover from a night of partying in the Emerald City, or just find yourself exploring in the middle of the night, you won’t want to miss the breakfasts served up around the clock at Beth’s Cafe. After all, “Seattle Magazine” did name this diner the city’s “best place to cure a hangover.” Even if you’re not hungover, you’ll enjoy the novelty of this joint’s 12-egg omelets and all-you-can-eat hash browns.
Majestic Diner, Atlanta, Georgia
When it comes to “food that pleases” in Atlanta, it’s all about The Majestic. This greasy spoon dates back to 1929 and has been serving all walks of life at all hours of the day. You’ll be dining like a southern king at The Majestic, where breakfasts come with the quintessential side of grits. The retro neon signage that keeps The Majestic lit up throughout the night is just the icing on the cake.
Magnolia Cafe, Austin, Texas
“Everybody knows, everybody goes,” when it comes to Magnolia Cafe in Austin, and it’s easy to see why. This 24-hour diner is an Austin institution for its eclectic variety of dishes, ranging from gingerbread pancakes to Tex-Mex chicken enchiladas. Plus, your meal is sure to come with a side of the best people-watching in all of Austin, an added bonus in this quirky city.
Iowa 80 Kitchen, Walcott, Iowa
They say you should go big or go home, so why should it be any different when it comes to all-night dining? You’ll be able to get your favorite comfort foods throughout the night at the world’s largest truck stop: Iowa 80. The trick is to look past the temptations of the onsite Taco Bell, Wendy’s and Dairy Queen to find Iowa 80 Kitchen, a 24-hour diner where you can order your favorite diner dishes off the menu or just go wild at the buffet.
Du-Par’s, Las Vegas, Nevada
There isn’t a whole lot you can’t do around the clock in Sin City, and stuffing your face with a hot stack of fluffy pancakes served with drawn butter is no exception. One of the best all-night diners in Vegas is Du-Par’s, known for its hearty breakfast fare, freshly baked pies and $2.99 shrimp cocktail. This is hands down where you’ll find the best short stacks in the city; sorry, IHOP.
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