Originally Posted by
intravino
would rate the food much better then Dennies. It is not a five class restaurant but I would rate it better then average much better todays Airline meals.
I have not been to Denny’s recently, but I’d bet one of their Grand Slam breakfasts are much better than an Amtrak breakfast. It would not be difficult for the burger at lunch to be better also. Nevertheless, ATK food is better than airline food (what is left of it) and is generally filling and edible. Dinner on Amtrak is the best meal, perhaps better than Denny’s, but certainly less than a TGIF type place. Service varies greatly.
BUT, and this is a big but… the uniqueness of being able to eat on the move and sit with other passengers and have a chat is part of the fun of train travel. Overall the diner is a pleasant experience 95% of the time.