Franks Diner - Kenosha WI
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nomadwillie
N 42° 35.012 W 087° 49.034
16T E 432940 N 4714892
We showed up on a Monday and they were crowded. Plan to wait a bit, but the experience is worthwhile.
Waymark Code: WMMNNX
Location: Wisconsin, United States
Date Posted: 10/15/2014
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On Triple D, Guy takes a heaping mouthful of the famous Garbage Plate at Franks Diner. The signature dish made of hash and eggs (and everything in between) has made the Kenosha diner an institution since 1926. The French Toast Cinnamon Rolls and Peanut Butter and Jelly Pancakes don't hurt either.
In 1926, there was some real excitement in downtown Kenosha when six horses pulled Franks Diner to the spot where it stands today. The structure was built by the Jerry O'Mahoney company in New Jersey and shipped to Kenosha on a railroad flat car.
Anthony Franks, who first learned of the unique restaurant opportunity through a magazine article, paid $7,500 plus $325 in shipping charges to launch his business. He added a dining room in 1935 and a larger kitchen in the mid 1940s.
The Franks family operated Franks Diner until 2001 when it was purchased by Kris Derwae, Lynn Groleau and Chris Schwartz. Kris Derwae started a marketing business in 2006 while Lynn and Chris kept on cookin'! The original atmosphere and delicious food continue on. Franks Diner is now owned and operated by Julie Rittmiller and Kevin Ervin.
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Buffet Style: no
Business Hours::
MONDAY ~ FRIDAY 6:00AM - 1:30PM ·
SATURDAY 7:00AM - 1:30PM ·
SUNDAY 7:00AM - 12:30PM
Address::
508 58th St.,
Kenosha, WI
URL: [Web Link]
Serves Alcohol?: Not Listed
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