"Housed in the last known diner car of a historic Sterling Streamliner and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this quirky breakfast-and-brunch spot in Pawtucket radiates retro charm via booths, a vinyl-topped counter, and throwback plates and mugs. I try to arrive before noon on weekends to beat the line and always enjoy the custard French toast and the ever-changing wall of brunch specials — recent examples include a gouda, apple, and jalapeno bacon omelet and cranberry pecan pancakes. The menu nods to Pawtucket’s Portuguese heritage with items like Mozambique lobster grits and a linguica hash benedict, and service is friendly and lightning-quick (you won’t drain your coffee cup before a refill arrives)." - Nathan Tavares