The article recounts a nostalgic meal at Bob's Big Boy in honor of filmmaker David Lynch, following his recent passing. The writer evokes Lynch's deep ties to Los Angeles, highlighting how the director often frequented the diner for his beloved chocolate milkshake and coffee. The atmosphere is tinged with remembrance, as fans continue to leave tributes outside the restaurant, showcasing Lynch's impact on the city's cultural identity. The article captures the essence of a simple meal intertwined with profound cultural significance, epitomizing the relationship between food and personal history in Los Angeles.
Lynch famously ate at a Bob's Big Boy nearly every day during the early years of his career at 2:30 in the afternoon - the optimal time, according to his own telling, for getting his favorite Silver Goblet chocolate milkshake at the just-right cold temperature plus a cup of coffee.
Outside, someone has already cleaned up the accumulation of mementos and heartfelt messages left under statue of a grinning Bob, many inscribed with the line sung by 'Eraserhead's' Lady in the Radiator: 'In heaven, everything is fine.'
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