Small towns usually conjure images of a simpler time when life moved a little bit slower, when everyone knew everyone else, and when there was that one place the locals all went to catch up and have a delicious meal. Treat yourself to a taste of yesteryear, and some of the best fish chips around, at this old-fashioned diner in Scituate, Rhode Island.
Just driving up to Cindy's Diner and Restaurant is likely to give you a feeling of deja vu, especially if you grew up when small-town diners outnumbered chains and fast-food joints.
Stepping through the front door is like journeying back in time - to the days of poodle skirts, ducktails, and Elvis on the jukebox - and the ambiance, well, diners rave about it.
But it's one of those things you really have to experience, and once you do, you'll know you'll be back any time you're near Scituate.
Cindy's offers both indoor and outdoor seating. To soak up the 50s vibe, though, opt for a seat indoors.
Whether you're stopping by for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, go hungry. Portions of the classic comfort foods are as generous as they are delicious.
Kickstart your day with a traditional breakfast - freshly baked muffins, a breakfast sandwich, or an omelet. Or how about a helping of buttermilk pancakes?
When it comes to lunch and dinner, the menu's jam-packed with classics - from soup and salad to burgers and fries.
For a real taste of the 50s, order a vanilla Coke, a root beer float, or a Shirley Temple. You can't go wrong with a milkshake either.
Diners are all about comfort foods - like grilled cheese with pickles on the side - and good conversation, and you'll find both here.
If you're craving a classic, try the fish and chips, which score rave reviews from diners.
Unless you walk in knowing what you're going to order, you'll likely have a challenge deciding just what to try. A generous selection of seafood, beef, and chicken dishes are on the menu.
Find days, hours, and a menu on the official website of Cindy's Diner and Restaurant. Or, stop by the Facebook page of this old-school diner in Rhode Island.
Have you been to this diner in Scituate, Rhode Island? Did you try the fish and chips? What did you think? Let us know in the comments! After your meal, how about going for a quick four-mile drive to Ponaganset Falls, a beautiful waterfall in Clayville, Rhode Island? If you're up for a scenic hike, check out some of the best hikes in Rhode Island on AllTrails.
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