Revisit The Glory Days At This 50s-Themed Restaurant In Texas
It seems like not too long ago that jukeboxes played classic tunes, vintage cars pulled up to the sock hop, and teenagers congregated at the neighborhood soda fountain on Friday nights without a care in the world. You can relive those cherished memories at Yesterday’s 50s Diner, a small-town eatery that serves up all your favorite Southern comforts.
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Hiding in the small town of Bridgeport, Yesterday's 50s Diner is a portal back to simpler times. Pull up in a classic car made before 1978 and get free fountain drinks for you and up to three guests!
Once you step inside, it's like the days of sock hops and poodle skirts never left. Checkered floors, vintage signs, and other retro memorabilia are reminiscent of soda fountains that defined teenage Friday nights way back when.
Grab a seat on a red leather barstool and chat up the friendly regulars. Losing track of time as you intently listen to someone's life story isn't an uncommon occurrence.
Prefer a regular table? No problem; there are plenty to choose from. Perhaps you'll get a front-row seat to watch Elvis give a showstopping performance.
As far as the food, it's exactly what you would expect of a mom-and-pop eatery. Everything is made in-house, the portions are huge, and service always comes with a toothy grin.
From thick, juicy burgers made with 100% USDA Choice Beef to chicken-fried steak to good old-fashioned liver & onions, rest-assured there's something for everyone on the menu. Oh, and don't dare forget about the sides. With options like onion rings, fried okra, mac 'n cheese, and coleslaw, you really just can't go wrong.
Tex-Mex, sandwiches, and filet mignon are among your other choices. Guests can also opt for the daily special, which features dishes like meatloaf, all-you-can-eat spaghetti, and fried catfish.
Have you ever eaten at Yesterday’s 50s Diner? If so, what’s your favorite menu item? Let us know, and check out our previous article for more retro spots to visit and reminisce on the good ol’ days: 10 Retro Places In Texas That Will Take You Back In Time.
Katie Lawrence is a Southeast Texas native who graduated 18th in her high school class with a GPA of 4.25. She attended college in the Houston area and changed her major twice (psychology, computer science, and finally criminal justice) before taking a leap of faith and dropping out to pursue a career in freelance writing.
Today, Katie writes for the Texas and Arizona pages of OnlyInYourState.com and has never been more passionate about a job before. Outside of work, you can likely find her curled up on the sofa with a hot cup of coffee, watching a crime TV show or scary movie.
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