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The Undercover Chef: The Back to the 50s Diner
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Posted by alytomasi Tue Nov 30, 1999 00:00:00 PST
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The Back to the 50s Diner has a nostalgic atmosphere.

 
The décor incorporates all of the favorite 50s idols, such as James Dean, Elvis, Marilyn Monroe, Superman, Bette Boop and Annette Funicello. To complete the mood there is a jukebox playing 50s tunes.

When my companions and I walked into the establishment, there wasn’t a person to seat or direct us –– we simply took a seat. I did observe that there were a few families with younger children enjoying lunch.

The diner has a clever menu utilizing famous names of the era, such as: The Beach Boy (a sandwich with cheese and avocado, served with fries), or The LaBamba (the original burger with Ortega chili and Jack cheese, served with fries).

I enjoyed the California Burger, with cheese, avocado and bacon served with fries for $7.50. My guests had The Mac the Knife (patty melt) $7.99, and The Metropolitan Sandwich (roast beef, tomato, Jack cheese) for $6.99.

Food was brought to our table promptly and warm.

Over all, the Back to the 50’s Diner is a good place if you’re in a hurry and want hot food at an affordable price. We all enjoyed the meal, but noticed that the place needed a deep cleaning, ceiling to floor. The restrooms in particular needed attention.

While the service was cordial, it could have been more attentive.

My guests and I decided we would try it one more time to see if the diner was better staffed.

 

Back to the 50’s Diner 

 

Hours:

Monday-Saturday 6:45 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Sunday 6:45 – 4:00 p.m.

 

Phone:

633-2426

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