Visit Angel’s Dining Car, The Small Town Diner In Florida That’s Been Around Since The 1930s

Angel’s Dining Car in Palatka, Florida, is the state's oldest continuously run diner, known for its classic decor, traditional menu, and loyal patrons.

When Angel's Dining Car first began serving heaping plates of fried eggs, hash browns, and buttered toast, Herbert Hoover was still president and Henry Ford had just discontinued the Model A. A lot has changed since those days, but fortunately, Angel's Dining Car is just as delicious as it was in 1932.

Angel's is Florida's oldest continuously run diner, an incredible accomplishment, and when you try the food, you'll understand why it's been so successful for so long.

Angel's Dining Car is located in Palatka, Pop. 10,000. Not much has changed at Angel's in the last 90 years, which suits the loyal fans of this place just fine.

Angel's is filled with classic diner decor and there's a stool waiting for you. The owners have no desire to mess with success—they consider themselves caretakers of this piece of culinary history.

Angel's dinner menu includes frog legs, chicken gizzards, and chicken livers. Not your thing? Try one of the burgers—you won't be disappointed.

The breakfasts are perfect—you'll find substantial home cooking at its best with eggs made perfectly to order.

There are six types of hand spun milkshakes on the menu. Angel's also serves its own house drink—the "pusalow," chocolate milk flavored with vanilla syrup poured over crushed ice.

The diner is a popular place for classic car gatherings so it sometimes looks like a car show outside.

Carry out is available and the diner still offers curbside service—if you want to eat in your car, just honk!

Be sure to save room for dessert—the pie is fantastic and don't even think about skipping the ice cream!

Angel's Dining Car is located about an hour south of Jacksonville and is well worth the drive. Still hungry? Here are 11 awesome Florida diners that will make you feel right ay home.

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