The oldest restaurant in every state

The Palace Diner in Biddeford, Maine, dates back to 1927.Gordon Chibroski/Portland Portland Press Herald via Getty Images

• From Revolutionary War-era inns to classic diners, every restaurant has a story.
• The '76 House in Tappan, New York, was the site of key moments during the Revolutionary War.

From 17th-century taverns to classic dining cars, there are historic restaurants scattered all across the United States.

Business Insider researched the oldest continuously operating restaurants across the country. Some date back to before the United States was even founded and are stocked full of historic charm, as well as delicious bites like traditional turkey dinners, burgers, and more.

Here's the oldest restaurant in every state.