Vynl: Vintage music-inspired figurines, including the Fab Four, stand above Vynl’s soda-fountain bar, contributing to a colorful place that visitors will regard as either obnoxiously cutesy or a kitschy alternative to standard diners. The hipster-on-Prozac theme continues with bold tabletops, funky lighting created with 45s, and a chatty, hardworking staff that serves a young, kid-friendly clientele. Grab a black vinyl booth to enjoy a martini or specialty drink like Purple Rain ($7) to complement the eclectic sandwich-and-Thai fare. (Burgers and pad thai?) Unsurprisingly, the menus are buried within old record covers. It’s all a little “Johnny Rockets,” but still, there’s something about the Dolly Parton doll that wins us over… |
