The All American Diner Revives Its Cult Legacy in Hyderabad

The legendary All American Diner is staging a major comeback, launching its multi-city revival in Hyderabad on September 23rd at The Loft, RMZ Nexity. After delighting diners in New Delhi for over twenty years before closing in 2023 for a complete reinvention, this cult favorite is returning in a stylish new avatar. It proudly joins EHV International’s trio of restaurants already established in the building: Fireback, Barback, and Hosa. Founder Chairman Rohit Khattar shared that the brand is thrilled to bring the venue’s signature warmth and nostalgia to Hyderabad before eventually taking it back home to Delhi via other cities.

Authentic Retro Design and Atmosphere:
Transporting guests back to 1960s America, the restaurant’s interior is a masterclass in retro styling. Designed by Incubis Consultants to honor the original Delhi landmark, the space features classic cherry-red vinyl booths, striking chrome furniture highlights, and iconic black-and-white checkerboard flooring. The walls are thoughtfully decorated with tin and enamel plaques gathered over decades from US antique shops and flea markets. Adding to the authentic ambiance, a limited-edition Elvis Wurlitzer jukebox plays classic hits from the fifties and sixties, overseen operationally by General Manager Amisha Shukla and COO Nitin Mathur.

Comfort Food Classics All Day Long:
The comprehensive all-day menu blends the spirit of the original Delhi staple with golden-era American favorites. Executive Chef Sumit Sawardekar leads the culinary team under the creative oversight of company veteran Chef Dhiraj Dargan who began his career two decades ago as a management trainee at the original New Delhi diner. Guests can indulge in breakfast classics like sunrise skillets and stacks of pancakes, savory hot dogs and burgers, and comforting dinner plates such as barbecued baby back ribs and old bay garlic shrimp, capped off with sweet treats like New York cheesecake and pecan pie.

Innovative Cocktails and Decadent Shakes:
Complementing the food is a vibrant beverage program featuring thick milkshakes, malts, smoothies, and indulgent crazy shakes. Head of Bars Varun Sharma has crafted an imaginative cocktail menu inspired by classic American desserts, featuring standout drinks like the Mixed Berry Cheesecake Martini and the Creamsicle Highball. Traditional stateside favorites such as large frozen Margaritas, Manhattan cocktails, and Mint Juleps are also readily available to complete the ultimate retro dining experience.