Small Town Eateries from Your Childhood that You Still Frequent and Enjoy

I'm sitting here eating something I've probably eaten 1k times since I was 4 or 5, which got me thinking about all my favorite childhood spots I still enjoy.

What are some local places you loved as a young kid (12 and under, I guess)?

Restaurant name, town/state, and first year and age you probably first experienced it.

1. Hi-Ho BBQ in Hammond, Louisiana. I first ate here around 82 or 83 when I was 5. I'm currently sitting here enjoying a beef, a beef with cheese, fries, and a Barqs.

2. Erdy's Sandwich Shop in Albany, Louisiana. Same years! 82 or 83 (5), probably was there much younger, but I remember those pre-school and Kindergarten years. It hasn't been called Erdy's for probably 20 years or more. It has been called just The Sandwich Shop until about 2 years ago, when 2 sisters bought the business and changed the name to Railway Cafe--but also keeping The Sandwich Shop sign that has been up since the early 80s.

3. G and J's in Livingston. 82-83 (5) again! Fish and shrimp box was my go-to as a kid. It's not the best, but it just feels like home some days.

4. R and A Orchids in Elijay, Ga. The year was 87 (10). I stop by at least once a year as I go through my old stomping grounds. Their handpies are incredible and made fresh (duh), but that bacon and apple butter sandwich on Texas toast is my favorite.

5. The Creme Hut in Chatsworth, Ga. 87 again (10). American burgers and fries done right. I always try to hit it when I'm in town.

6. Pizza King in Chatsworth, Ga. I think it was 88 (11) because it opened after I moved there. I've been a few times in the past 4 or 5 years. The pizza is ok, but their breadsticks are still some of my favorites!

Share away! I'm also looking for recommendations via your memories! Thanks in advance!