Photographs and drawings present a social and architectural portrait of the American diner over the past century, viewing the diner as a reflection of styles and tastes

American Diner is a richly illustrated scrapbook, presenting through words and more than 300 photographs and drawings a social, gastronomic, and architectural portrait of this uniquely American institution. Packed with anecdotes, dozens of "I-never-knew-that' facts and figures, and brimming with good humor, American Diner is a remarkable, joyful document of America.