Stepping into Hathaway's is like returning to downtown Cincinnati during the 1950s. Servers in classic waitress uniforms are friendly, but not chatty, since the small space and counter seats get crowded during lunch hours. All-American entrees like burgers, sandwiches, Icelandic cod, beef barbecue, tuna melt and quarter pounders are popular here, or get a breakfast of eggs, bacon or goetta anytime. And don't forget to save room for a hand-dipped milkshake.

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