I have fond memories of delicious meats and pies that were served at the old Hick'ry Pit in Strawberry Shopping Center in Marin County. So imagine my reaction when I was transplanted to arguably even an earlier era than my '70s childhood while enjoying my first trip to the Walnut Creek Hick'ry Pit. The lively, occasionally bouffant-topped female servers, elicit memories of diners past, while the anachronistic but delicious menu brings in hordes from Rossmoor and local families alike. I loved the slaw - redolent of horseradish - and the quality of the pies, with real whipped cream instead of the canistered stuff, almost brought tears to my fiancee's eyes.
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