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A midsummer afternoon at the diner with my darling

So Swift Half Pub was packed thanks to Fifa world cup. PYT was better but still no seating immediately available. But that’s ok, perfect chance to try something new. So where to go? Darling’s Diner what else. I never been here before but always pass by it on the way to PYT or somewhere else in the Piazza. As a matter fact, I’ve read some good things about Darling’s but never felt the urge to go. Well, that hasn’t changed but thanks to Swift Half and PYT being so busy, it was the next alternative.

Since it wasn’t our initial choice, is it good though? Is there a reason it’s an alternative and not a immediate choice? My darling why don’t we find out!

If you ever been to any diner, you’ll know that diner menus seem endless. There’s so much stuff on the menus that you don’t even know where to start looking. You tell me what’s more extensive, diner menus or the book of Proverbs? Exactly.

Darling’s Diner menu is less nauseating simpler. You’ll be sorely disappointed if you expect to see a bajillion items on the menu. I’d say it’s only a fraction as much as your traditional diner. And that’s actually a good thing because you’ll only spend an hour to sit down, eat and get the fuck out; instead of spending an hour just to decide what you wanna drink. Darling is essentially saying, “Yeah that’s all we have, like it or leave it.” Thanks Darling, I completely understand you.

The hostess sat us down but our server must’ve missed us. Good thing the hostess came and checked on us and got us the server. So without further ado, we ordered.

(Above) This is the hummus dip. We had her favorite hummus the night before at Square 1682, so I ordered this so we can compare. Sorry Darling, you don’t compare. It’s not that this hummus sucks, it’s just that the hummus at 1682 is that good. I think you should try our favorite one and you tell me.

(Above) Here’s the mozzarella veggie sammich. Not sure what kinda greens or veggies are in it but I believe there’s spinach and watercress? There’s also pickles, cole slaw, and fries on the side. Nothing special but it worked. Especially on this hot day.

(Above) Here’s what I had. The half-pound black angus burger with swizz cheese. Nothing special here either. I’ve had better, especially like PYT that’s an arm distance away. I had it cooked medium rare of course and it came out like I expected.

The fries were regular. No wows there.

One thing that surprised me (in a good way) is that they had sriracha hot sauce as a condiment. What the fuck is this about? Whatever it is, I like it. Why? Because I love sriracha. I used it on the burger and fries. What? You’ve never had fries with sriracha? Well then my friend, it’s never too late. I recommend you get on that asap. And when I say asap, I mean right now.

Let me first say that Darling’s Diner is pretty good. I should’ve ordered breakfast items which might have been better. There wasn’t anything on the menu that stood out to me though; if there was, I would’ve ordered it. Would I go back again? Yes I would if I’m in the mood for brunch around that area. For anything else, I’ll keep thinking of it as an alternative. But hey, at least the place feels spacious, like the high ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows that go around.