Description: As we pulled into Cindy’s Diner, I noticed, among other things, that all the people I could see entering, leaving, and sitting were senior citizens. Now, we all know what it means if we see a lot of 15-wheelers pulled up at a restaurant, but what, I asked Kasey, does it mean if all the customers are senior citizens? 'A lot of old people in this town,' was her answer. 'Maybe,' answered mom, 'but probably the food is a good bargain here.' 'That would be my guess.' Grandma, who knows everything had struck again. It was a very good bargain indeed.
This really is a cute place. I have seen it many times before as we drove to Providence but the occasion to eat there has never presented itself before this particular Sunday. It looks like our grandma’s kitchen in the 1950s with gingham curtains, jukebox wallpaper and red vinyl seated booths, all extremely retro.
Service is very quick and the prices are a blast from the past. Omelets are all priced less than $5. Egg sandwiches $1.15-$3.15 depending on additions. Such old fashioned staples as chipped beef and corned beef hash share the menu with cinnamon buns and bagels. Two eggs, toast and one side are $1.65. Since this is an area with a Portuguese influence, you can get linguica along with the more usual bacon or sausage.
Kasey, who is usually a conservative eater ordered a pepperoni and spinach omelet. I had a cheese omelet with bacon and for my side instead of home fries I chose the fruit cup. I could have chosen baked apples or baked beans.
My omelet was okay, browned the way I hate it and my toast was burned, I don’t mean a little dark I mean one side was totally black. Add to that the fruit cup was canned fruit and I was less than impressed. Kasey though, very much enjoyed her omelet and her toast was fine. I got plenty of coffee refills so I am willing to forgive almost anything. I wished I had tried the Texas French toast or the pancakes with apples, blueberries, bananas or chocolate chips. How would I rate this restaurant, cute as a button and worth giving a second try.
They offer dinner specials for $6.95, which include pork chops, baked ham and beans, fried scallops or half a fried chicken. No wonder this place is so popular with people on a fixed income.
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