This Train Restaurant in Alabama Will Make You Feel Like a Kid Again

Are you a fan of trains in Alabama? We’ve got a real treat for you: a visit to Derailed Diner is an absolute must! When you think of a train restaurant, your mind probably goes to eating on a moving train that offers railcar dining. But Derailed Diner is something else entirely. Located in Robertsdale, this diner is part of the Oasis Travel Center and is open 24/7. It’s one of the most unique restaurants in Alabama, and if you love themed restaurants, you won’t want to miss it. You’ll definitely want to hop on board this unique train restaurant in Alabama as soon as you can.

Eating at a truck stop doesn't always sound appealing, but this is one eatery that is far more exciting (and unique) than you'd expect.

After all, you don't get the opportunity to dine in a train restaurant like this one very often! This restaurant in Alabama will make you feel like a kid again. After all, it's one of the most family-friendly restaurants in Robertsdale. Once you step inside, you'll see what a unique experience this is.

Guests have the option of eating inside the main dining area, which is decorated from floor to ceiling with a transportation theme. It's not just trains; you'll see school bus memorabilia, motorcycle parts, and plenty of traffic signs on the walls. Or, visitors can step inside the full-size train car and enjoy their dining experience from aboard the train car.

This is one of our favorite family-friendly restaurants in Robertsdale, Alabama, because no matter your age, the idea of eating inside a train is a blast. I'm a big fan of keeping it quirky, and themed restaurants like this do a wonderful job at keeping the mundane (like eating dinner) exciting.

Derailed Diner in Robertsdale, Alabama, doesn't rest on the laurels of its fun atmosphere alone. The food is just as incredible as the environment, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Everything is prepared fresh from scratch. From buttermilk pancakes to stuffed biscuits, chicken-fried steak to grilled country ham, there's a little something for everyone at Derailed Diner. The portions are huge and the prices can't be beaten. In fact, if you love breakfast, you may enjoy some of the best breakfast in Robertsdale at Derailed Diner.

Be sure to save room for the delicious fudge, or better yet, the Derailed Diner's famous pecan pie cheesecake! It's been included in Alabama Tourism's guide to "100 Dishes to Eat In Alabama Before You Die," and it's as divine as it sounds.

Whether you're a kid or a kid at heart, you'll love a visit to this unique place that's probably the only train restaurant in Alabama. It's truly "a little off the beaten track." Derailed Diner doesn't have an online presence (no Facebook or official website), but you can learn more through the official Alabama tourism website.

If you thought dining inside a train was unique, just wait until you see this restaurant in Alabama, built under a giant rock.

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