Lintner, who has restored classic cars, says the Elgin's stainless steel is kept in better polish and repair than many antique cars. The original big, bright red neon signs remain unchanged by the years. The Elgin is run like the classy restaurant it is, and it has a comfy, homey atmosphere. You can find everything from Myles Davis to Hank Williams Sr., including big bands, rock 'n roll and current pop hits. Angelo's in Glassboro is one of the last diners in New Jersey that still has a grill behind the counter.
Customers can watch their pancakes being flipped.
Most diner grills are now in the kitchen. It was one of only a handful of diners delivered to its site in one piece. With just six booths and a seating capacity of 47, Angelo's is small, like most early diners. It was opened by Angelo Tubertini in 1951 and has been in the same family for nearly a half century. For the last 20 years it has been owned by Joseph and Mary Ann Justice.