The morning after we arrived in the Burlington area, Shaan and I were up early, searching Google Maps for nearby dining options. McDonald's, Burger King, and the Athens Diner were within walking distance, and Shaan insisted on trying the diner. We had ample time before Kiran's drop-off at the Sky Meadow Retreat, so we explored the area while Kiran and Bhavna slept in.
After a 30-minute walk around the hotel, we worked up an appetite and headed to the Athens Diner across the street. The diner had received positive reviews on Four Square and Yelp, and its retro mom-and-pop style added to its charm. Although similar to Greek diners in New Jersey, the Athens Diner in Colchester stood out as a real diner car that had been relocated from New York.
The menu featured our favourite breakfast classics and Greek-inspired options like gyros. The friendly staff promptly took our order, serving Shaan chocolate milk and providing me with the delicious diner coffee we all love. Our breakfast of eggs, bacon, and pancakes was satisfying and flavorful.
While the Athens Diner had a more laid-back atmosphere than the bustling and vibrant diners in Princeton, New Jersey, it left a positive impression overall. If we ever visit Burlington again, the Athens Diner will definitely be on my shortlist for breakfast.
