Waffle House is more than a restaurant; it's become a cultural icon. This chain has 1,600 locations in 25 states, almost all in the south. The brand has made its way into songs and movies. It's popular for its breakfast and late-night menus, its jukebox and its ordering lingo. To be hip, order your hash browns scattered, smothered, chunked, and peppered. The restaurant is open around the clock.