The 'Saved by the Bell' diner is coming to a city near you

The Max comes to America.
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Heather Dockray
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After decades of waiting, Americans everywhere can finally head to the Max after school.

Earlier this summer, Saved By The Max, a pop-up diner inspired by Saved by the Bell, opened up in Chicago's Wicker Park neighborhood, bringing much joy to '90s nostalgia nerds. Now, according to a newly released video announcement from Dennis “Principal Belding” Haskins, the pop-up diner appears to be going on a nationwide tour.

Yup, an overcooked thematic burger and soggy basket of retro fries is soon coming to you!

In September, Mario Lopez himself headed to the pop-up and greeted everyone with a big: "What’s up, Preppy?"

Sadly, Zack and Jesse weren't in the crowd to shut him down.

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The diner's customers can enjoy such fine delicacies, generously sprinkled with wordplay, as:

  • A.C. Sliders

  • The Tori Fried Chicken

  • The Mac

  • The Bayside Burger

  • Snack attack

  • Mr. Belding's fries

But it's the atmosphere that really ties the restaurant together. Dine while surrounded by arcade machines, red locks, and red plastic chairs.

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Heather Dockray

Heather was the Web Trends reporter at Mashable NYC. Prior to joining Mashable, Heather wrote regularly for UPROXX and GOOD Magazine, was published in The Daily Dot and VICE, and had her work featured in Entertainment Weekly, Jezebel, Mic, and Gawker. She loves small terrible dogs and responsible driving. Follow her on Twitter @wear_a_helmet.

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