These days, anything that's new and up-to-date is in-demand and desirable. Everyone wants the 'in' on the newest and greatest, that they forget about what once was. Everything and everyone has a story and at one point or another, it's time to say goodbye to the old and in with the new; in this case, it's old diners.

Back in the 1950s, red-checkered table cloths, milkshakes, and drive-ins were the hip things to experience on a Friday night. In fact, it's these diners and the people behind them that make these types of places come to life. Some of these relics have been given a second life and possibly another name, but the 15 abandoned diners below have permanently closed their doors for business.

Some of these don't have much of a story, while others have been on the silver screen with A-list actors. Either way, it's sad that these diners had such life at one point and now they're just a passing memory.

10 USA Country Diner Off Of Rt 130 In New Jersey: Then Vs. Now

Sitting right off of Route 130 in Robbinsdale, USA Country Diner sat vacant for fifteen years. It seems like the place was a thriving stopping spot for travelers, but once it shut down, it turned into a distant memory. Not for very long though, because in 2019, demolition started so the space and its memories could get a restart into a sports bar.

9 Hungry Valentine Diner In Estelline, Texas Has Been Closed Down For Quite Some Time, But Remains Fairly Intact

This small diner looks like something a passerby would see on their way to their destination. Maybe they stop and get a greasy hamburger and shake because this building is so cute. The building itself was moved from Memphis to Estelline where it had another shot at re-opening with new owners, but eventually was closed down again.

8 Johnie's Coffee Shop On Miracle Mile In Los Angeles Is A Known Shooting Location For Famous Films

Located at the corner of Wilshire Boulevard and Fairfax Avenue, Johnie's Coffee Shop is a fine example of Googie architecture. Built in 1956, it was originally named Romeo's Times Square, later called Ram's and then finally became Johnie's in 1966. It's been through some things and now that it's abandoned, it's a prime spot for filming movies such as The Big Lebowski, American History X, and Reservoir Dogs.

7 Retro Diner In McGill, Nevada Has Seen Better Days

There's not a lot of background to this rustic diner in McGill, NV, but it's safe to say it's past its prime. Gone are the days that people want to roll up to a Mom and Pop establishment and grab a greasy burger or a creamy Frosty. It's a little sad since these are the best places to bring family and friends.

6 This Abandoned Diner Was Specifically Put Here For The Movie Looper And Remains There Today

While some diners sit around for years until they're reused, this one was specifically planted here for the movie Looper. Once the film wrapped up and the cast and crew went home, the diner was left there to collect dust and wait until the next big director needs a rundown spot to shoot.

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5 The Moondance Diner In SoHo, New York Was Known For Its Appearances In Films And TV Shows

In the beginning, this historic eatery made its debut on Sixth Avenue in SoHo, NY. While it shined in the Big Apple, it was background magic for films such as Spider-Man in 2002. In 2007, owners Cheryl and Vince Pierce moved this famous diner to Wyoming for a second chance. Unfortunately, things didn't go as planned when the recession hit and they abandoned this diner for good.

4 Max's Grill In New Jersey Was Brought To Life In 1927 And Shut Down Due To Lost Revenue In 2007

Max's Diner is not only the oldest diner in The Garden State, but it's also in mint condition for how old it is. There's been a lot of burgers flipped, fried dipped in grease and cups of coffee poured inside these doors. Since renovations are happening around it, unfortunately, the main area and the bar connected to it has been closed since 2007.

3 White House Diner: Located Along US 22 In Readington Township, NJ

This mid-century mountain-side diner has been closed for so long that the wear and tear are very evident. From the rusty sign to the overgrowth of nature around it, this diner is an after-thought. Back in the 1950s, two modernized diners were placed on this stretch of highways to bring in revenue from travelers going to New York City. When Interstate 78 opened in the 1970s, the White House Diner and the Branchburg Diner had to close.

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2  The Terminal Diner Looks Worse For Wear In Lower Manhattan

New York City has gone through a multitude of changes throughout the decades, shedding new and old establishments based on what's happening around the city. The Terminal Diner has been vacant for some time and has had many faces between the 1950s, all the way through 2006. Sadly, there's talk of demolition since it's located between two auto shops.

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1 In Hartford, CT, The Old Comet Diner Shut Down, But Had A Second Chance As Dishes Restaurant

Another day, another east coast diner that was abandoned too soon. Built in the 1940s, this diner at the corner of Farmington Avenue and Laurel Street has had many faces. Starting out as The Old Comet Diner, then revamped to Dishes Restaurant was the last effort to put this building back on the map.

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