Annie's Parlour

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This second-story Dinkytown hangout does three things exceedingly well: burgers, fries and malts. In fact, if diners don't order a cheddar cheeseburger, a half-basket of the kitchen's hand-cut, skin-on fries and a gigantic malt, then frankly, there's something wrong with them. (OK, there might be a little wiggle room in the Plazaburger department, which is a burger topped with sour cream, onions and chives). Steer clear of the forgettable BLT or the greasy grilled cheese. The hot fudge-banana sundae is second to none, although the Caribbean sundae, a few scoops of vanilla ice cream topped with rum sauce, shredded coconut and slivered almonds, is pretty special. Don't let anyone seat you in the dreary overflow dining room, and if the weather's cooperating, take a table on Annie's amiable deck. There's an inexpensive kid's menu, too.