If you like diners like we like diners, you'll love this beautiful feature by the writers and camera people at the BBC.  They traveled to New Jersey to capture the people and stories behind the authentic American diner.  The resulting video and slide show is excellent.

A diner is not just another restaurant, right?  We don't think so!  And we hope to see you soon -- to serve you a little slice of New Jersey and New York right here in Tequesta.

It looks so good, you just gotta take a picture before you dig in.  Go ahead: get out your phone.  We don't mind.  We take photos of our food creations, too!

Here you've got classical mussels in a marinara sauce with all the chunk tomato and fresh garlic you remember.  It's a special occasion each time you order it.  And the contrast of that vivid red with the white and black.  Just fabulous.

Enjoy this traditional meal and your other half, or your family, or your friends, can order something entirely different.  That's the diner way.  That's why we have The Big Menu -- there's something for everyone. :)

Look, this is how it is: If you're in New York or New Jersey, you've got countless places where folks sit at the counter.  But here in Tequesta?  Not so much.  So -- bada bing! -- here we are: counter space and counter stools aplenty.

The photo you see above is our counter.  And we can take your order right there, just like at diners up north.  See more photos at our Instagram account. 

The counter is a favorite of couples, friends, and people who happen to be dining alone.  Of course, if you'd like a more traditional table, we've got those.  And we've also got your classical diner booth -- complete with vinyl upholstery.  There's even a separate large room for your group or family event.  Whichever you prefer, we look forward to seeing you, soon.

That's caramelized onion on top, in case you were wondering.  It's part of the deal: you have your hand-made pierogi with select filling -- ground spiced pork, farmer's cheese, or sauerkraut and mushroom -- and on top you sprinkle the caramelized onion.  Delicious.

Our customers and friends tell us that pierogi is one of our most popular dishes.  So we give this timeless classic the attention it deserves -- just like your favorite New York or New Jersey diner.

Lightly sauteed, the exterior of each pierog (that's the singular form of the word) is an irresistible combination of doughy and lightly crunchy.  It's hard to explain.  But if you order a plate, no explanation is necessary.  Rozumiez?

Hello folks.  As you know, we like to take an active part in our local community.  And here in Florida that means being particularly careful about our beautiful beaches and our abundant marine life.  It's such a special place to live and work, and we're grateful for the big outdoors around us.

This year, for Earth Day 2018, we'll be helping to build awareness of the world's largest environmental movement (that's what Earth Day is).  How you say?  Simple: no drinking straws for one day.  Yep, we're cutting back on plastic.  By omitting drinking straws for one day, we hope to help our customers, friends, and staff members to reflect on what goes in the garbage and, in turn, what needs to be kept out of our wetlands, oceans, and the big outdoors. 

​This is one day only: Sunday, April 22nd.  We hope to see you for brunch or lunch or dinner.  And if you would like a drinking straw, just ask your server -- we'll be glad to get you one!

Did ya ever wonder: What sort of conversations happen in those diner booths?  Well, we're here to tell you that it's none of your fiendish business. 

Thing is, Americans love diner booths because they're the perfect way to be out and about while also enjoying a bit of privacy.  The diner booth also figures prominently in movies and TV shows.  You know which ones (and if you don't, please write to our company inbox and we'll send you a list for your online streaming pleasure).

Just in case you think that you can board an international flight and, upon landing, sit in a diner booth in just any country, we'll let you in on a little secret: you can't.  Well, you almost can't.  The point is, the diner booth is one of those things that you can find almost any day of the week in America (and certainly here in our cozy corner of Tequesta, Florida), but seldom elsewhere.

That said, there might be one thing that's better than sitting in the diner booth: sitting on the swivel stool at the diner counter.  But that's a story for later :)

Did you know?  In Brazil and Portugal, it's a tradition to serve French Toast for dessert at Christmas.  So what are you gonna do for the other 364 days of the year? 

We got ya covered.  Thing is, we make French Toast all day, every day.  A little powdered sugar, maybe some butter and syrup, and you're enjoying a timeless diner classic.  We like ours with a fresh cuppa coffee.

And wouldn't you know it: In some countries, it's not called French Toast, it's called German Toast.  People have been enjoying this recipe for centuries.  See this and more at this French Toast page on Wikipedia.

What are you doing on Wednesday?  We hope you'll join us for Valentine's Day and our specially-prepared menu.  Of course our standard BIG diner menu from New York and New Jersey will be available, but we bet that you and your special somebody will want to consider these Valentine's Day specials.

PRIME RIB
16oz with soup or salad + dessert + glass of wine or beer, $28.45 per person.

STUFFED LOBSTER TAIL
with soup or salad + dessert + glass of wine or beer, $28.45 per person.

POLISH BEEF STROGANOFF
over egg noodles with soup or salad + dessert + glass of wine or beer, $17.95 per person.

Enjoy a free Bud Light Lime with any dinner, whether from our special Valentine's Day menu or from our standard menu.  No reservations accepted.  See you on Wednesday!

Who makes home-made Yankee Pot Roast for you?  Before you think about the great cooks among your family and friends, rest assured that we make this seasonal favorite.  And we add savory potato pancakes that are perfect for that pot roast gravy.  ​It's another of our classics from the New York / New Jersey diner tradition.  Come on over and stay a while.

Oh sure, at first glance a waffle may look plain, but that's because it's awaiting your personal instructions.  You know how it goes:  We take the piping-hot waffles and we smother them in fresh strawberries and cream.  Or chocolate sauce.  Or we add a dollop of ice cream.  Or you slather it with butter and syrup.  American style, Belgian style, your style.  There's no such thing as a plain waffle -- unless you just decide on one particular day that plain is what you want!

Oh, and feel free to get your waffle fix more or less at any time of day.  We serve breakfast all day, so if you want breakfast as lunch or breakfast as dinner, we've got you covered.  Goes great with coffee and a big smile.  Did you prepare waffles at home in a particular or unusual way?  Tell us about it, when you visit!