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Welcome to Hot Rods 50's Diner

Hot Rods 50's Diner, located in Alcoa, TN, embodies the nostalgic 50s diner experience with a vast menu offering American classics. The diner provides a cozy ambiance with friendly and attentive staff. Delighting customers with a plethora of options, including vegan and vegetarian choices, the menu features appetizers like Broccoli Bites and entrees like Chicken Finger Salad. Despite some minor service issues, the food quality remains exceptional, with highlights such as the General Forster burger and the country-fried steak. The extensive dessert selection, including milkshakes and classic diner treats, adds to the overall charm of this must-visit restaurant.

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Welcome to Hot Rods 50's Diner, a quintessential American diner located in Alcoa, TN. This diner is a haven for foodies looking for a taste of classic American cuisine with a retro twist. The ambiance at Hot Rods is reminiscent of a bygone era, with 50s music playing in the background and vintage decor that transports you back in time.

One of the standout features of Hot Rods is its extensive menu, offering a wide range of dishes to suit every palate. From appetizers like Beer Battered Onion Rings and Fried Green Tomatoes to hearty soups and filling salads, there is something for everyone here. Vegetarians and vegans will be delighted to find a variety of options to choose from, making Hot Rods a welcoming destination for all dietary preferences.

Customer reviews praise the service at Hot Rods, with many highlighting the attentive and friendly staff who go above and beyond to ensure a pleasant dining experience. The diverse menu options and generous portion sizes also receive high marks from patrons.

If you're looking for a taste of nostalgia paired with delicious food, Hot Rods 50's Diner is the place to be. Whether you're in the mood for a classic burger, a comforting bowl of soup, or a decadent milkshake, Hot Rods has something to satisfy your cravings.

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Suzette D.
Suzette D.

First off, our server, Marian, was what we needed for the day. She took excellent care of us, which made the meal better. She took our orders and we didn't have to wait or ask for anything. The tuna melt tasted like mom made it! Thanks for a nice lunch, Hot Rods. The price was reasonable, the restaurant is cozy, and the service was exceptional.

Olivia T.
Olivia T.

While visiting Tennessee, we stopped here for lunch. It was absolutely delicious. I'm vegetarian but the rest of the people with me aren't. Everyone was able to find something delicious. The service was wonderful. My boyfriend and his dad really loved the ambiance of the place. They were definitely interested in the pinball machines. Overall, we definitely want to visit again the next time we're in town.

Sara Beth H.
Sara Beth H.

Such a cute place! Our table had the Rueben, chicken pot pie, soup, and steak blue plate special - all were delicious and portions were generous. Staff was attentive and friendly. We were too full for dessert but have plans to come back just for the shakes and floats.

Melody G.
Melody G.

Food was good! Staff were pretty nice. Loved the 50s music playing and all the decor. Would come back!

Chris T.
Chris T.

The initial reaction was "this place looks really cool". I love the "oldies" diner theme and this place didn't disappoint with the atmosphere. The second reaction was not so great. We entered and waited to be seated, to which we were ignored as staff walked past. Finally a young lady quietly asked if he had been helped and then seated us. The menu is a lot to take in, with so many choices. We started with the fried pimento cheese balls - we give these a 2 star rating; super greasy and the sauce was not the best. I ordered "The General Forster" and added bacon and jalapeños; this burger was delicious! Throughout our visit, the waitress assigned to our table was semi-attentive, but didn't check in very often once food was delivered. Overall the rating I'm giving is a four - it's deserved by the food alone and the missing star is due to service. Still worth a visit and we probably will visit again.

Christian B.
Christian B.

This is what Johnny Rocket's was as a kid (exception being that Johnny Rocket's as an adult SUUUUCKS). This place is amazing and kitschy and I love it. Food is delicious, menu is enormous, the people were gracious and friendly despite the stress they were under. Just a great place to go!!

Garret H.
Garret H.

If you want a solid hamburger, this is the place to come. But be prepared to be overwhelmed, their menu is extensive and that's an understatement. They have so many hamburgers it's unbelievable. Additionally, they offer many many different malts and shakes and desserts. The food quality was good, the service was good, the environment was very unique. It's a staple in the community and for what it is it's very good. I'll be back.

Christina C.
Christina C.

Can I just say this restaurant is freaking awesome! We showed up with hungry threeagers and the staff were amazing! Everyone in our party could pick what they wanted because the menu has so many options!!!! All the food was great! Huge serving sizes and the restaurant theme was excellent! Lots of different decorations, pictures, and memorabilia to keep playing I spy! Excellent worth the drive and $$$$

Amy R.
Amy R.

If you're looking for a fun, 50s themed classic diner vibe, this is the place to go. Great atmosphere and a menu so long that you're gonna need extra time to read it all (highly recommend looking at the menu before you go!). They have some to fancy everyone's taste buds, from classic diner favorites to what it seems like an endless hot dog and burger menu, and even Italian classics, and of course you can forget the salads, there's literally something for EVERYONE, even a VEGETARIAN/VEGAN menu. You also can't go to a diner without the classic desserts and shakes. Our food overall was pretty great. My only complaint was I thought the onion rings were a bit over saturated in oil but everything else was delicious. We decided to go the more classic diner route with country fried steak with candied carrots (which were my favorite) and the fried fish and shrimp with a side of grits. The grits were on the sweeter side for cheddar grits but were nicely cooked. Of course we had to have a strawberry banyan milkshake to top off our visit. I will 100% be back again. Service was friendly and a fun experience for all!