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Don’t let the name fool you…Fast & Fancy Restaurant is actually a quick, inexpensive, casual restaurant. If you like greasy spoon diners, this place is for you. Instead of booths, there is a small counter by the kitchen with a few seats (I think people wait for take-out food here) and a small dining room. I’ve had breakfast several times at Fast & Fancy. Both times I ate the typical eggs, potatoes, toast and coffee—-think delicious greasy spoon scrambled eggs—for only a few bucks. Two people can easily enjoy breakfast for $10-$12. Since it is so quick and inexpensive, don’t expect the highest quality (i.e. the occasional dirty fork on your place setting). But it has a hometown restaurant feel, which can be endearing. Not for everyone, but a good option. Fast & Fancy is located at 211 W. State Street, inside a building with attorney’s offices and a consignment shop. Look for their sign on the sidewalk.

If you’re having a family outing with kids, try Mrs. Marty’s Deli (formerly the Trolley Stop) for breakfast instead. It’s about two blocks east on State Street. Going for lunch, try Pinocchio’s just a few blocks away on Baltimore Pike.