The Diner

Eating at a diner is a cross between eating at a fast food restaurant and home. The food is predictable, decent, and comes at a cheap price for the vast portions. The Diner, downtown on College Avenue makes no exceptions. It appears to have what every diner has, great booths, old-time color scheme, and always a wait for seating.  The diner on College though does have it’s own characteristics though, for example, the diner is home of the Sticky.

The Sticky is a delicious homemade sticky bun, slathered with butter, then grilled to perfection. It can even be served á la mode for an additional dollar. Eating grilled Sticky’s, ice cream, and fried food may lead you to buy a new pair of pants and live in a food coma. But not all items found on The Diner’s menu are bad for your diet.

For example, eat a protein packed meal of steak and eggs, for breakfast. This will keep you full and focused for the day ahead of you. Another examples of good breakfast include eggs with toasts, oatmeal, and a veggie omelet. To save calories and extra fat choose bacon as your side instead of sausage links.

Breakfast may be the most important meal of the day, however, lunch and dinner are important in having a balanced diet. Good menu options for a non-breakfast meal include the salads. Made with whole veggies and grilled chicken or steak, the salads provide protein, nutrients, good fats, and carbs. Additionally, chili or the soups of the day are good options to choose. If you are feeling extra hungry, order a grilled chicken sandwich upon whole wheat bread or roll. Eating a hamburger is also a great option to choose, just order small without the extra dose of ketchup and mayonnaise (extra salt and sugars).

The Diner may be known for the Sticky’s but it can also be a great place to eat when sticking to a diet. And for those who may not be able to avoid the Sticky, split it! Save the calories and fat, while still indulging in a Penn State Legacy!