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40 Januar y 2023 Happy days are here again On the advice of a teenager, we headed for Fry Daddys off Interstate 95 in Selma for a Saturday lunch. Got to say, he (and they) nailed it. Walking into the place is like walking into a rerun of TV's "Happy Days." e nostalgia factor is through the roof at this family- owned restaurant — from the red leatherette bar stools to the Americana art. e snug dining room is sandwiched between a lunch counter and a partially exposed kitchen. Slices of homemade cake in plastic containers occupy a special place on the counter from where the Southern- sweet waitresses tend to business. On the opposite side, we catch glimpses of cooks who are working their fry magic — the sizzle of oil and clanging utensils happily melding with beach music. Left, behold the famous Pig in a Puppy, a jumbo hushpuppy loaded with Eastern-style pork barbecue and slaw, at Kings Restaurant in Kinston. Left, creative burgers include one that's stuffed with bacon, chili, mac and cheese and barbecue sauce, at Fr y Daddys. e food fulfills the "wow" factor. e teen's burger is a huge beef patty, tangy barbecue sauce, chili, crispy bacon and a heaping helping of mac and cheese in a delicious bun. e home fries make it truly a feast. It's about 11 bucks. e older folks go for fish platters — a combo with fried founder and shrimp — perfectly golden brown and nongreasy. Add deviled crab to make it a trio of goodness ($14.99/$16.99). Two sides and hushpuppies complete the meals. We especially like the fried okra and slaw. e waitresses keep the sweet tea flowing. Don't be surprised when you arrive, though. e restaurant is connected to a convenience store and filling station, which Walking into Fry Daddys is like walking into a rerun of TV's "Happy Days." CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

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