The 11 Best Diners Remaining in America

11. Lou Michell’s

Lou Michell’s Diner is approaching its 100-year-old birthday and it’s still a classic icon, especially for Route 66 lovers. It’s located in Chicago, at the beginning of the famous “Mother Road”, which makes it a great place for travelers to have a great meal before hitting the roads.

Aside from the delicious main dishes, and fluffy pancakes (which are a celebrity at Lou Michell’s), hospitality is really important. The tradition of offering a sweet gift to guests as a welcome greeting is still respected today.

They usually offer donuts, and women and children receive Milk duds, a classic chocolate and caramel snack, manufactured in Chicago, by The Hershey.