Shakers American Cafe, Orlando

Salt-and-pepper-shakers are the theme at this simple restaurant that scatters those collectibles around the room. Devoted to plain and simple American food (if one defines that as a rib-sticking breakfast and luncheon sandwiches) Shakers has just fifty seats and keeps the fun going among its fifty diners with a staff that's always ready for a good laugh. Hearty, inexpensive food is the focus here, and it's breakfast that the restaurant does best. A full meal, whether it is quiche, blintzes, an omelet, or banana pancakes, will keep you going for hours and are served with plenty of coffee. The prices stay reasonable. For something really American, tuck into an order of fluffy biscuits topped with thick, creamy gravy.