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CuisineAmerican diner
Price$$
Neighborhoodcollege-park
Last verified
Why locals love it: Since 1972, College Park diner cooking on Edgewater Drive, where the Greek family runs breakfast and lunch six days a week.
Tip: Order the Greek omelet and a side of grits; the booth turnover is fast.
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