Pazis Place, East Providence

Pazi's Place exists outside of time. The checkered floors, the walls lined with black-and-white photos, and the lengthy countertop surrounded by swivel stools all seem plucked out of the 1950s. But behind that counter, chefs spin together breakfasts and lunches that encapsulate the best of today. Classic chicken pot pie and meatloaf follow the lead of the diner's signature dishes, including omelets packed with carne asada or chouriço—a type of Portuguese sausage.