While the sense of patriotism may be dwindling in other areas of the country, this diner has enough for the entire country. This diner owner in New York wants to make it known that he loves this country and he supports all the brave men and women who put their lives on the line for it. Let's see what makes this place, the most patriotic diner in America.
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The Story Behind The Most Patriotic Diner In America
Gus Tsiorvas is the owner of the Embassy Diner located in Long Island, New York. He shared with the NY Post that when he bought the dinner back in 2022, he received some advice from his father. His father told him, "Overdoing it is the key to success in the business."
So what made Tsiorvas choose the theme of patriotism? Well, not only does he think we are blessed to live here in America, but his family has a long line of police officers in it. He shared, "My brother is an NYPD cop, one of my sisters is a Nassau County cop, the other one is an MTA police officer, and my brother-in-law is a Westbury police officer. We're big behind the blue."
With that much familial involvement in the police force, it is easy to see why Tsiorvas would support local officer. But just how does he show is support and what makes his diner the most patriotic diner in America?
What Makes This The Most Patriotic Diner?
Trust me, you can't miss it. Starting off, right under the title of the establishment the owner placed the words "Home of the Brave." This lets local law enforcement and rescue personnel know that they are welcomed there. Additionally, the NY Post shares that "every open space" is filled with "troves of USA, police, fire, EMS and rescue decor."
Tsiorvas has a plethora of American flags on both the exterior and interior of his property. As well as photos, football jerseys, and various tributes to emergency responders. Anything you can think of as classically American is most likely inside of this diner.
His main goal is to make first responders feel welcome in his establishment. He told the Post, "When they come in, I say, 'Welcome home.' It should be like that everywhere."
If you are wondering how customers react to the most patriotic diner in New York and the country, it is overwhelmingly positive. Ninety-nine percent of customers say they adore the diner, and Tsiorvas has return customers who eat there several times each week.
"I love America," the diner owner boasted. "We should all be grateful that we live here." Would you eat at the most patriotic diner in the country?
