For more than a century, diners have remained the prototypical American restaurant. Now, with a new generation of chefs ...

His version stays true to what you’d get at a diner, but with a couple, umami-boosting additions, like an Italian-style soffritto, cubed Monterey Jack cheese, and a creamy onion gravy.

Beyond these side dishes, the restaurant also offers family-style plates. But the burger plate, a staple of diner fare, highlights the restaurant’s dedication to mixing things up. The patty is ...