Silver Skillet Family Diner

"You know those throwback diners you see on TV? That’s Silver Skillet. No, really. If you spot a place with a vintage counter and waitresses wearing earrings shaped like omelets, it’s probably Silver Skillet, an ATL staple since 1956. If there’s no one inside filming a commercial, order the corned beef hash and soft scrambled eggs cooked just like we remember from our youth. Nostalgia or not, this classic diner makes good food, so it's always on our breakfast rotation and is a top choice to show a warm slice of the Americana to our international friends." - demarco williams, juli horsford, nina reeder

"When you need to escape busy Midtown, the Silver Skillet delivers small-town energy that feels straight out of an old diner movie. In fact, the 1956-built restaurant has been the filming location for several of them. Its vinyl booths and walls packed with local memorabilia set the scene, while neighborhood regulars, Tech students, and tourists (plus the occasional celebrity) fill the seats. And while you won’t go wrong with much on the straightforward breakfast and Southern lunch menu, the corn beef hash is a staple—savory and hearty. Maybe even worthy of a movie cameo." - jacinta howard, juli horsford, nina reeder

"If you spot a movie or TV show with a vintage counter and waitstaff wearing earrings shaped like omelets, there’s a good chance it was filmed at Silver Skillet on 14th Street. This breakfast and lunch counter has been an ATL staple since 1956—and, of course, a preferred backdrop for many set crews. Order the corned beef hash, buttermilk waffle, and soft scrambled eggs, which look like they’re straight from Mel’s Diner (that’s from Alice, young’uns). Try them, and you’ll know this place isn’t a gimmick—the old-timey vibes and homestyle tastes are the real deal." - demarco williams, nina reeder, juli horsford, jacinta howard

"The back of the menu at this West Midtown throwback diner has a list of all the television shows and movies that have utilized the nostalgic space. And one peek into the one-room dining area that’s been relatively unchanged since 1956 makes it clear why Hollywood keeps calling—so if you want eggs with a side of retro escapism, this should be your first stop. There's lots of quaint charm here: the tiny green and brown booths are so close you could pass a bottle of syrup to the opposite table without shifting in your seat. And they serve a few dishes you no longer see everyday in Atlanta: Southern staples like eggs with a side of country fried steak doused in gravy or tasty corned beef hash make it clear that the food isn't just a movie gimmick, but the real deal. " - jacinta howard, juli horsford, nina reeder