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National Blueberry Pancake Day/Cure Sanfilippo Fundraiser

Annually from 2019 on, the Maine Diner has held a fundraiser for the Cure Sanfilippo Foundation. From curesanfilippofoundation.org on the Maine Diner’s Cure Sanfilippo Fundraiser: “In honor of Spencer Smith who has Sanfilippo Syndrome, Maine Diner is

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2019 York County Business Awards

In 2019, the Maine Diner received Employer of the Year at the York County Business Awards!

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Maine Diner and Gift Shop

4.5

Based on 4524 reviews

Joe Murphy

22:04 16 Nov 24

Had a nice late breakfast today about 11am. Plenty of seats. Food was yummy and delivered very quick. Our sever Luke... did a great job. Nice touch on the special waffle for our granddaughter.read more

Luka Vrljić

15:13 18 Oct 24

After many recommendations finally got here, place looks cute and it exactly what I expected, old restaurant with long... history. Food was really good, portions are generous and the prices are good, it is not expensive at all! Corned beef hash is amazing! Service was good, our server was Sandy and she was nice.read more

Dani Drugan

13:05 08 Oct 24

We came here with my great aunt and it was so much fun. The waitress was really helpful, and the food was really good.... I loved the butternut squash side I got, and the haddock cakes were cooked perfectly.read more

Sue Crippa - Mata

00:04 10 Aug 24

I wasn't impressed. Quite a few friends recommend we try the restaurant. There was about a 15 to 20 mins wait we were... handed a pager. The wait went fast, and were sat at a tiny table in the middle of the restaurant we were bumped into as people walked by. I ordered the seafood platter and the soup of the day, beef barley. The food was average. My husband ordered a breakfast with corned beef he also ordered the seafood soup. The soup was good. The breakfast plate was average.read more

eastwoodk

01:30 29 Jul 24

Excellent local place for lobster. My lobster club was perfect. The Indian Pudding may not look great, but it tasted... amazing with the vanilla ice cream. We will be back!read more

Jackie Esselburn

15:22 26 Jul 24

I’ve never had so many blueberries in a pancake ever, so good you don’t even need syrup. Prices are so reasonable and... the service was great. We went there multiple times for breakfast during our stay in Wells, Maine. Bought some wild Maine blueberry syrup and jam at their little store next door to take back to Ohio for family.read more

Theresa St. John

12:48 25 Jul 24

Great old-fashioned diner with a large menu. Staff is very nice, counter seating reminds me of my own hometown eatery.... Nice gift shop next door - which is a great place to spend a few minutes if there's a waiting line. I go 5-6 times a year, when I'm traveling from NY.read more

J LeRoy Ward

17:32 18 Jul 24

A real, authentic, terrific diner experience in Wells, Maine. It's been here for about 40 or so years and the reason is... they have great food and service at fair prices. The wait staff are all mature women who know how to sling hash with the best of them. Our breakfast was delicious. If you don't stop here you're missing one of the best diner experiences Maine has to offer. Please note, the Maine Diner is open year round starting at 7:00AM but they are closed on Wednesdays.read more

Kaitlyn Wessels

16:39 16 Jul 24

Delicious, fresh seafood in a fun diner setting! We tried the lobster roll and lobster grilled cheese and both were... great. They also serve breakfast all day which was a hit with our kids. Don’t miss the blueberry ice cream for dessert!read more

Konstantinos Tziallas

16:17 14 Jul 24

On our Travels to Maine we were looking for some Amazing Maine Blueberry 🫐 Pie 🥧 and found this Diner in Wells , Maine.... 🤩😋🤩🫐🥧😋 The Entire Staff was so Warm and Welcoming. The Service was Great 👍. But the Fresh Homemade Blueberry Pie 😋🥧 was so Delicious 😋😋😋😋😋. Highly Recommend Maine Diner! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐read more

maryellen hussey

10:06 18 Jun 24

My boyfriend got the kielbasa and chili. I got the turkey club. Waiter was wonderful. Allergies accommadated. Would... recommend trying.read more

Patience Jay

21:26 28 May 24

Best diner in wells. Breakfast all day. They have the most amazing seafood chowder. Fried food is really good also. If... you are looking for non seafood they have great home cooked meals.read more

Mike Mastracco

00:17 17 May 24

Food was very good servers were very friendly.... Food and service was quick.... Plenty of parking in a large parking... lot..... I ate half the corn muffin before the picture was taken. I also poked through the chicken pot pie to show how much meat gravy and veggies were in there....read more

Jackie Colvin

02:35 05 Apr 24

I've never been so disappointed in breakfast from such an promised establishment. I ordered the 2s are wild and a side... of hash(well done), my girlfriend ordered a custom omelet(with ham, onions, and salsa) and our son ordered just some plain pancakes. He wouldn't eat his pancakes they weren't warm and tasted dry, the syrup was smuckers. Her omelet was egg wrap with the middle filled with her choices and was not appealing. I was looking so forward to my meats and none were desirable to me but our son ate them. My blueberry pancakes were the most upsetting. With being full of blueberries and being fully blue pancakes there was absolutely no blueberry taste. I thought it was just me but they all tried and agreed as well. My hash was still mushy inside the well baked scoop and came from can. We will never waste money here again.read more

Kim Baca

02:36 06 Mar 24

All I've been told about Maine Diner - my expectations were high. No disappointment here. I'm so happy we finally... made it there. The food & service was top notch. If in the area be sure to stop in. You won't be disappointed either.read more

Anna Scarabosio

13:04 10 Jan 24

A true American experience! You will have to wait a little bit to be seated but usually less than 15 min. If you are in... the South of Maine you have to pass through this really authentic diner. Plate are enormous and everything is delicious. Lobster-based sandwich are mouthwatering. Do not diet this day. Just go once and try how is the real American cuisine.read more

Heath Coxall

21:13 28 Dec 23

Always busy, but never a very long wait to be seated. The staff is phenomenal; friendly and helpful. The eggs Benedict... was delicious as were the other dishes my family had. Hot chocolate is so rich and creamy. A must have!read more

Trusty Traveler

14:05 11 Nov 23

The Maine Diner is a traditional diner experience in southern Maine. With all the diner classics you could ask for... it's a great stop for a quick breakfast. Our server was attentive and helpful and we were able to get in and out in 30ish minutes at 8am on a Saturday morning. I was slightly disappointed that the corned beef was not home made and clearly Hormel canned corned beef but then no complaints.read more

Will

00:47 10 Nov 23

A very comfortable and personal experience, the opposite of a corporate chain. I asked for one drink, they didn’t have... it and improvised and made something on the spot. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Food was made fast. Blueberry pancakes had the blueberry blended in, rather than hot berries throughout, which I was happy with. They also have beer on tap! A classic American diner. 🇺🇸read more

Christy Foster

11:40 05 Nov 23

I went kind of late last night, really hoping to try the Lobster Pie. I wasn't super hungry, but we had seen it on DDD,... and it looked amazing, but at the current price of $37, I just couldn't justify it. I'm sure it's good, but that's pricey. So, I opted for a bowl of their Seafood Chowder, for $15.95. It was packed with Lobster, clams, shrimp, scallops and I think some white fish. It was good, but it wasn't hot. Maybe it's because it was within an hour of closing, I don't know. The bathrooms definitely need an update, but was reasonably clean. The service was excellent and fast!read more

Ty Mulkey

22:26 24 Oct 23

I ordered the lobster Benedict as I am a tourist and I'm going to eat as much lobster as I can while I'm in Maine. And... the lobster Benedict was delicious! Very happy with it. My son got the blueberry pancakes and they were yummy and my oldest got the steak and eggs and it was really great. The order came out fast. The portions are huge. So there's plenty of leftovers. I have to say that the staff was very friendly. The restaurant was almost completely packed but we were still able to get a table and I do appreciate how often the waitress checked on us even though she was super busy with other tables. I deffinitely recommend this diner. It's a good place to eat, lots of breakfast options and they serve breakfast all day but they have many many items on the menu that were non-breakfast as well.read more

David Maguire

21:39 22 Oct 23

Lunch at the diner with my wife. Grilled cheese with bacon, fries, ruben sandwich, and onion rings. Food was good and... the service was fast. Good lunch!read more

Norman Chung

23:49 12 Oct 23

Stopped in for dinner on a whim while driving through Maine, and what a highlight. The food was fantastic and a great... deal (the lobster pie is truly something else). But, our server, Deb, was what truly made our night! We will DEFINITELY be back soon!read more

Pam C

13:27 10 Oct 23

Unbelievable dinner! Such great food and our server Cassie, (Casey?) Was amazing.. The blueberry pancakes are huge and... cake like, topped with real maple syrup (extra $2) and it’s a decadent dish. I got the Florence eggs Benedict with spinach. They are served separately in their own little dish so there English muffins are not mushy. There is a large helping of spinach serving as a breed to the poached eggs. Long wait, but it was a Sunday and a holiday weekend.read more

Marie-Claude Béïque

16:05 30 Sep 23

Lovely dinner place, if you’re around definitely recommend you have a meal there ! The staff is nice fast serving and... the food is good !read more

Fran Keal

01:52 30 Sep 23

My husband and I love to visit diners when we go on road trips. We are from Missouri and it’s our first trip to Maine. ... This lovely spot was exactly what we were looking for. Everything inside is clean and efficient, the help is very friendly and knowledgeable. The onion rings, the chicken pot pie, the corn muffins, and the chicken, tuna, and egg salads were by far the best we have ever had. The prices were quite reasonable and the menu has an incredible number of options. And they serve breakfast all day. We would visit here again in a heartbeat.read more

James Fahnestock

18:29 26 Sep 23

My wife and I originally ate at The Maine Dinner for the first time in the fall of 2020. We were there right at the... peak of the COVID-19 outdoor dining. Due to the restrictions, the seating was mostly outside, under a heater. It ended up being an unexpectedly wonderful dining experience. When we found ourselves coming through Wells recently, we just had to return and give the diner another try now that the COVID-19 dining restrictions are no longer there. The Maine Dinner did not disappoint! Our breakfast was fantastic. We both ordered the almond-encrusted French toast with real maple syrup. The French toast was out of this world. The service was top-notch, attentive, and friendly even though the diner was very busy. The Maine Dinner has the feel and flavors of what you would imagine with a classic dinner but adds a little extra something that makes it a can't-miss dining location.read more

Connor Stiles

00:05 03 Sep 23

Not what it used to be around 10 years ago. Very limited on lobster for their rolls, seafood chowder wasn’t very tasty.... Let’s just say, better seafood exist. The staff was very friendly and got people in and out nice and quick. No long waits here! The staff is the best part, the food is the worst part (when it comes to the lobster rolls & seafood chowder)read more

Matt Brooks

00:46 09 Aug 23

The Maine Diner is fantastic. It's everything you could want from a diner. It's cozy, the food is great and the service... is excellent. I've had a few different things both breakfast and dinner foods. Pancakes are awesome. The lobster pie was also amazing. I wish this place was open on Wednesdays because when I have a run to Maine it goes on Wednesdays. But I still get there when I canread more

MadMoose

12:40 02 Aug 23

Awesome food, friendly attentive staff, good prices on a diner setting! I'v been coming here during vacations since... the 1980s and every meal was great. Also a pretty cool gift shop. Do yourself a favor and get a bowl of seafood chowder!read more

Robert Cohen

03:00 15 Jul 23

Lobster featured on at least 6 (maybe 12?) Menu items. I had grilled cheese and lobster (very generous amt), my wife... had lobster melt (again lots of tender lobster meat), I also ordered (against my wife’s advice) the Clam-O-Rama entree (creamy chowder-lots of clams) fried whole and strips, clam cake, and choir of potato- I had baked). Much came home in great packaging for later. If only we had room for desert. Sitting at the counter, watching them cut & serve the pies, and other creations-might go back just for the missed desert!read more

17:40 22 Jun 23

By far the best dining experience we have had in Maine! Skip all the other places and eat here for every meal! They... have a huge variety- everyone around us said “this is the best we have ever had”…blueberry pancakes, omelet, seafood chowder, corn beef hash, blueberry pie. Service was great as well. We overheard a waitress telling a customer how she had worked here for over 20 years.read more

Nick Berick

02:35 19 Jun 23

The place was packed and we had to wait for about 15 minutes. They gave us a beeper to let us know when our table was... ready. I had the lobster omelette with home fries and rye toast. My wife had one blueberry pancake with an egg and sausage and bacon. Breakfast was simply awesome! The coffee was Hot and tasted great.read more

Joe Bieniecki

11:10 16 Jun 23

Visited on a Tuesday morning wait list was on and off, so they were at right about capacity. Food was standard diner... fare, nothing special. Prices are in line with other places. This place has a long history and is an institution, just keep your expectations in line with a normal diner. Food arrived hot and service was excellent. Hash was likely Hormel that you can get at the supermarket and the sausage patties were likewise standard fare. Do not expect all scratch made items.read more

Curt Wengert

00:45 14 Jun 23

The food was amazing! My wife and I enjoyed the "Jim Nantz", which was a hot lobster roll and a cup of seafood chowder.... The food was fantastic! The service was great during a busy and hectic time with lots of people waiting.read more

Trekker T.

09:05 01 Nov 22

I had the lobster pie. I fully understand now why is it famous. Definitely deserves the line up and wait. Amazing... corn bread and chowder. Truly spectacular. Amazing customer service too. Totally live up to the hype. I will go back.read more

Nicholas Klein

16:56 27 Oct 22

YES we are the ones who only came thanks to Diners, Drive-In's, and Dive's. NO I doubt we were the first. NO I don't... have any regrets. DO I regret getting the highly recommended lobster grilled cheese for breakfast? NO. It was absolutely more amazing than it should be, such tender and lobster and lots of it, along with a very velvety light cheese and a perfectly grilled bread. To top it off, very friendly service, cool diner vibes, and HUGE and equally delicious pancakes (buried under the toast/bacon/eggs in the photo).read more

Ryan Kastenbaum

18:00 04 Oct 22

The food was spot on and glad I stopped by. Very busy but was able to get one seat quick at the counter. The daily... special of shepherds pie was amazing and clam chowder was equally as good. If you are in the area I recommend a stop. Super friendly workers too.read more

Alyia Paulding

12:25 20 Aug 22

Very busy but appreciated buzzer for takeout so that I could stand outside out of the way. Lobster roll was okay, good... portion. Bread was sodden despite opening takeout container immediately. Potato salad and blueberry pie were pretty good. Pickle was homemade (which is normally fine) but was mushy and had an odd flavor. Service was friendly and capable despite the rush.read more

case kim

15:15 03 Aug 22

Even though this place was on the phantom gourmet and has wonderful reviews this place was absolute the worst when it... came to everything; I mean I don’t think I been to a place as bad as this one. The food was awful. The only thing that we had there that was good was the chicken pot pie. The sea food seamed like it was all frozen and was bought from a third party store with awful quality and the service was even worst. Our waitress was rude and mean and didn’t even try to help us. This place left us with a sour taste and I would recommend passing it by and looking for a better place to eatread more

Sam Chiappone

14:57 23 Jul 22

We always come here when we start our vacation in Maine. It’s always busy especially during peak vacation season. The... food is good though and worth the wait. Enjoy 🙂read more

amyffa

21:23 11 Jul 22

The food, staff and service were excellent. Our breakfast came out pretty quick and came out exactly the way we wanted.... Despite the restaurant being packed, our waitress was constantly checkin in with us to see how everything was or if we needed anything else.read more

Homer Hunter

11:37 10 Jul 22

I LOVE this place! Anytime I have a visitor from out of town, I will drive the hour just to bring them here. Found it... on accident with my mother during a day outing and have been in love ever since. Yes, wait is long (any weekend visits warrant a 45 minute to an hour wait) but it is so worth it. The staff is friendly, the food is amazing with generous portions and you get the real diner feel. I highly recommend it (especially if you want pancakes size of your head!)read more

Leigh Cochran

16:40 25 Jun 22

Food is not remarkable but fabulous menu choices. I just had a standard breakfast and I thought the hash browns, my... measurement, were just so so, but the sausage links were very tasty! I give four stars for the entire experience. This place is always crowded but we were seated within 15 minutes on a late weekday morning. What was outstanding was the traditional New England Indian Pudding, a combo of cornmeal, molasses, maple syrup and spices. The lunch menu looked divine, with traditional favorites like chicken pot pie and open faced turkey sandwiches. It was fun to watch their lightning fast, professionally friendly service. And of course the large gift shop was filled with Maine tchotchkes and postcards, priced reasonably.read more

Nicole Bozzuto

16:08 01 Jun 22

I finally got to check out this adorable diner and am so glad that I did. My boyfriend and I were promptly seated at... the counter and greeted by several of the staff. Our server was lovely and took great care of us. We started with a wonderful seafood chowder and a taste of the she crab soup. Both delicious! After that we shared the lobster pie (Yum!) and lobster grilled cheese. Stuffed and incredibly happy, we took a blueberry pie home. Very reasonable prices, wonderful staff and great food! Even the coffee was delicious! Thanks for a great experience!read more

David A.

01:25 23 May 22

We had so much fun here at this spot! The staff is very friendly and it's nicely packed with patrons. Seems to be a... very popular spot and I'm sure it's a combination of delicious food and gracious staff. The cod cake Benedict was very special.read more

Marina Lewis

23:46 13 May 22

I went for lunch with a friend. Atmosphere is just like I would expect. It was also crowded. There was a wait although... not too bad. The seafood casserole was delicious. For dessert I got the Indian pudding with ice cream which I highly recommend. The server was friendly. Checked in a couple of times. Made great suggestions from the menu. I would go back in a heartbeat and try something different.read more

Connor Baker (connorb276)

14:33 09 May 22

To be honest, I was kinda unimpressed. I took my girlfriend here for a nice breakfast and was greeted with a rushed... wait staff and a relatively impersonal experience. Based on the other review and it being on a TV show, I would have figure the restaurant would have been a cut above the rest, but I can say it certainly isn't. Moving on to the food side of things, I got an all American style breakfast with all the fixings and my girlfriend got a breakfast sandwich. Starting with my meal, the eggs tasted fake and the sausages were cold. I will say that I was impressed with the pancakes though, they weren't soggy and had a good flavor profile. The real atrocity comes with my girlfriends breakfast sandwich. The plate it was served on was soaked in butter causing the entire sandwich to be a drippy mess. Not to mention the bagel they served it on was thin and uninspired. Almost like they just bought a pack of Thomas's original bagels off the grocery store shelf and served it on that, which would have been fine if they weren't so small. Overall the experience was fine. I wouldn't go as far as saying that it's anything better than just your local Denny's, and that's the real problem due to them advertising it to be much better.read more

Brenda Hebert

21:07 03 May 22

Wonderful Blueberry muffin and corn muffin served first. Our server was Audra, Pleasant and attentive. The crab cakes... were disappointing My crab cakes were mostly stuffing and flat and greasy. The casserole was lobster with seasoned crumbs covering. Right now. In May, that’s a $35 serving of 5 oz of lobster. The coleslaw and baked potato as sides are goodread more

kevin tilson

14:30 28 Apr 22

Stopped here for our breakfast and it did not disappoint. The blueberry pancakes where huge that my wife and daughter... had to split a breakfast. The corned beef hash was perfect not dried out and had a good flavor to it. The service was good and friendly. For 3 people under $30 was a good buy.read more

C S

11:24 28 Apr 22

This place has reputation of its own. Appeared on several food channels. Food was good, I like it. Lobster pie is a... must have and the deserts was delicious. There was also a short wait so perhaps you may want to make a reservation.read more

Ron Valliere

13:36 20 Apr 22

Was well worth the trip...great food and service. Great portions for the price! Blueberry pancakes and Blueberry pie... are must haves...delicious and loaded with blueberries.read more

Lee Fitzgerald

13:46 18 Apr 22

Great food and service. The place is always busy. We haven't been here in awhile because of Covid but were glad we went... this weekend. I got the best Lobster roll I ever had and the price was very reasonable.read more

S Gomez

00:28 17 Apr 22

Maine diner was constantly busy. When they cleared a table people were standing there to sit down. It was like this the... whole hour or more we were there. However service was good. The food was decent but not the best seafood we had along the Maine Coast. The Lobster was a bit chewy and the chowder was not thick more brothy. It was still an enjoyable meal and would certainly recommend trying the Triple D if your a big Guy fan. One of us could not eat all of it though.read more

Jean Drury

14:24 12 Mar 22

Always a great place to eat! Great service and always busy. So, be prepared for a little wait time to be seated. But,... worth the wait😁💖read more

Chuck Paone

22:26 27 Feb 22

It's been several years since I have visited the Maine Diner, glad to say the Maine Diner remains a roadside classic on... Rte 1. Classic diner food along side comfort food classics. Award winning Seafood Chowder warms the body on a cold Downeast winter day. Literally had a chunk of lobster in every loving spoonful! This is not a potato stretched Chowder, there was fish, shrimp, scallops and the lobster in this true you have to Seafood Chowder to believe it. Other treats on the menu the 2s are wild special of 2 eggs, 2 bacon strips, 2 link sausages and 2 blue berry pancakes with what seemed like 2 cups of blue berries in the pancakes. Also great are the Cod Cake Benedict! Simply delicious!read more

Jim G

18:41 14 Feb 22

Wonderful food, wonderful service! Ordered the "04090 - A Weekend in Wells Maine" online and shipped quickly to my home... in perfect condition. Delicious! Highly recommend!read more

Stephen Hardwick

18:55 03 Jan 22

Our third time stopping by for breakfast. Very good as usual. This time I had the Blueberry Pancakes and Sausage, my... daughter had the Belgian Waffle and Bacon. The portions are large, and perfectly cooked. Being a conservative eater, I could only eat one of the dinner plate sized pancakes, leaving 2 more for later. I had a bite of the Waffle, it was great too.read more

Grant Coon

00:08 02 Jan 22

My wife and I went for breakfast. The service was okay felt rushed when ordering and throughout the time we was there.... The food it’s a place that says they have homemade stuff well that’s obviously not all true. To start the eggs I ordered were cooked very well as well as the home fries, the corned beef hash was clearly canned and barely warmed up, not even close to a nice crisp hash, the bacon was cheap. Portion sizes to price were on the small side. My wife said her breakfast sandwich was decent and the hash brown was not good at all. The biscuit she ordered looked as if it was taken out when it was half done then reheated and rolled around in flour as an attempt to make it look good I guess..idk it looked gross from my end. The coffee was such a burnt flavor that nothing could’ve made it taste good. Maybe we will give it a shot for dinner and hope it will be better or go somewhere we know is good.read more

Joe Beer

00:05 14 Dec 21

Best ever creamy 🧈 buttery award winning seafood 😋 chowda. Great selection on home cooked 👌 meals and at reasonable... prices. Don't forget to try 😉 the delicious corn muffins.read more

Jacob Green

20:41 12 Dec 21

Didn’t really get what all the hype was about. We went there and got breakfast. Wait staff was good. Food was just... average. Got a spinach omelette and it was just a ball of spinach and cheese in the middle of the omelette. Wasn’t spread out or anything. Wasn’t upset but again food was just average.read more

Martin Koepke

02:55 06 Nov 21

It’s busy… so it must be good. Is that a smart way to pick a restaurant? Maybe? Food is great, service is strained but... fine, presentation of food could use some freshening.read more

Kallah Ecklund

03:00 23 Oct 21

We were told it would be a 25-30 minute wait. We ended up waiting 40 minutes. I had the Triple D. Hubby had the fish... sandwich. Instead of fish chowder, I had she-crab soup. It was a thick gravy that had a small amount of crab and very little crab flavor. The rest of the Triple D was great. The lobster bake was excellent! Coleslaw and red potato salad were good. The cod fish cake was also tasty. This also came with a moist corn muffin. The market price for the Triple D was $35.99. There was a tremendous amount of food and I couldn't finish it. The quality and quantity of food was well worth the price. Hubby's fish sandwich was great, hot and juicy. The baked beans tasted like someone made a mistake and put too much liquid smoke in the batch.read more

Tracy Hatfield

18:40 21 Oct 21

Unbelievably good food!! The lobster pie, lobster grilled cheese, seafood chowder, Indian pudding, corn muffin, and... lemonade were all amazing and so was the friendly service! Quite busy and had a fairly long wait but definitely worth it! Nice souvenir store next door to shop in while you wait:)read more

Marianne Germann (That Vintage Touch)

15:17 17 Oct 21

Quintessential diner food with more than a nod to seafood, excellent food, large portions. Completely touristy but... locals too. We sat at the counter last time we were there. It was July and super busy. Enjoyed seeing all the action as the food came out of the kitchen. Next door is a cute shop to buy everything Maine and browse while you are waiting.read more

Ralph Fraumeni

23:42 15 Oct 21

Awesome place. Don't let the wait deter you. Service is fast and friendly. Food is awesome. I'll give the same advice I... received. Seafood Stew and corn muffin but it's all great.read more

Reggie Mateo

18:50 26 Sep 21

We made a stop at Maine diner for lunch on our drive back to Boston. It's recommended to call in advance to be on the... list since the wait time seems to take about 30 to 45 minutes depending on time of day. Is it an indoor and outdoor service but we prefer to be seated outdoor. Since this our last day in Maine we've decided to have their award winning seafood chowder together with lobster roll, it was simply epicurean. The chowder was filled with seafood such as lobster, shrimp, scallops and fish while the lobster roll is abundantly filled with lobster meat, no skimping on lobster here. It was a great lunch and they have great customer service. Very convenient for a stop if you are driving through and it was well worth the wait.read more

Susan Rudroff

23:12 13 Sep 21

Heard about their blueberry pie, so we had to stop on our way to Portland. It was amazing! Full of yummy blueberries... and topped with vanilla ice cream. Will definitely stop in again on our next trip to Maine. I hear their lobster roll is the best.read more

justin clough

22:30 20 Aug 21

The best seafood stew ever. I could eat just this and be happy. Cod cake was really good and the lobster pie was... outstanding as well, way more lobster than any other place. Only drawback was the tent seating was a touch hot.read more

steve hendrickson

20:37 18 Aug 21

Breakfast is always very good there! I've never been disappointed with anything on the menu. Always go there when I'm... in area on vacation. Food and service is awesome !read more

Gabriella Dabain

13:47 08 Aug 21

Service was great, our waitress was super sweet and attentive. Food however......was another matter. We ordered two... burgers for the kids cooked well, and they were charred pucks that nobody would touch. Fries were okay, not bad. My sister got clams that were good, and my brother in law got the crab cakes which he enjoyed. Fried fish was so overdone it was dry & flavorless. My meal was the triple D - the chowder was PHENOMENAL, definitely worth it. The lobster pie wasn't my cup of tea, which I think was just my personal preference instead of the fault of the cooks. The codfish wasn't very good, texture and flavor was off, but my brother in law liked it. Overall, great service but pretty average food. I'd recommend the chowder, crab cakes & clamstrips. And maybe the hamburgers provided you don't order them well!read more

Amanda Pettay

22:56 31 Jul 21

Food was amazing!! You can tell it's fresh, the number of cars in the parking lot - with many different states - should... be a good indication. Ordered the seafood chowder, which had scallops, shrimp, lobster and oysters, and lobster roll. It wasn't very good hot with butter, but that's not how I prefer it. Large serving of lobster. I works absolutely recommend!read more

Crystal Vallieres

02:00 25 Jul 21

We decided to stop here on our way back from Boston and so glad we did. The menu has everything for everyone. I got... the open faced roast beef and it was the best one I have ever had. The meat was cooked perfectly. Everyone else's meal was cooked perfect and tasted great. Also our waitress was very good, kind and patient. Can't wait to go back!read more

Chris Harper

02:29 12 Jul 21

I don't give 5 stars for anything. This 5 star rating is after 5 visits. I am 58 years old. This is the best restaurant... I have ever been to. Service is also outstanding. Jen is also the best waitress I have ever had. Fair price and great foor.read more

Hawaiiantrixie

16:45 05 Jul 21

First off food was amazing! No complaints at all! The lobster Benedict was perfect! Only reason for the 4 stars is... because of the wait to get in. Which is understandable because of the excellent food. Though it was extremely hot that day. And eating outside was not the best choice I made. To make the best of this experience get there early and eat inside even if you have to wait. Thanks Maine diner!! 💚read more

David Gobeille

21:30 29 Jun 21

My wife and I were here 2 years ago for lunch. This time we had breakfast and we were not disappointed. It's a great... local diner. With a good menu. If you like diners you should try the Maine Diner in Wells.read more

Christopher Grizzle

23:20 28 Jun 21

Always super busy and for good reason! All of the staff was fantastic. Very friendly and attentive. Everyone's food was... excellent and despite being packed not a single mistake was made with our order for 5 people! Will definitely return again!read more

Tolbert Chism

12:12 20 Jun 21

Very nice place and the servers are great and very attentive to you, relaxed atmosphere with plenty of outdoor seating.... And the food was FRESH and very tasty. Definitely will visit them next time we come up here 💕read more

Gary Maloney

15:58 23 May 21

Stopped in for breakfast on my way north. Enjoyed eating outdoors and hope the tent dining option remains for the near... term. Early spring was fun! Deuces Wild and two BIG blueberry pancakes. Coffee was good too!read more

Jose Delgado

18:15 14 May 21

The definitive stop for true Maine food served in a locally owned restaurant. I didn't even know that lobster in a... breakfast dish was a thing. For the sweet tooth and a side of savory, try the Almond Crusted French Toast with true maple syrup and locally made sausage links.read more

Ronald Dunn

23:53 29 Apr 21

We had a delicious breakfast. I enjoyed a lobster omelette and Paula had french toast covered with crushed almonds. ... It was so good we returned for dinner. We both had the lobster pie. I really enjoyed the seafood chowder with mine. Service was excellent both times!read more

Marlene Volpe

16:39 08 Apr 21

My husband wanted to give me something special for my birthday. That something special was the “special” shipped... overnight from The Maine Diner in Wells, Maine. I was blown away when I opened our package as they had made the food order extra special! It not only had 2 lobster pies and seafood chowder, but also included 2 lobster rolls, blueberry pancake batter, Maine Diner mugs and salt water taffy! This was their new package that they have named the “04090” (their zip code). We truly felt like we were spending the weekend in Maine! On Friday, we had the lobster rolls, on Saturday we ate the lobster pies, and on Sunday we had the seafood chowder! I served the blueberry pancakes Saturday, Sunday and Monday! The package and containers arrived in pristine condition! Everything was absolutely delicious! This was the first time I had their blueberry pancakes and they were so light and fluffy! Loved them. The mugs and taffy were the frosting on the cake! Thank you so much to Jim and the Maine Diner family! You made my “milestone” birthday something I will always remember!read more

Aura Faye

17:25 02 Apr 21

Staff were very attentive and easygoing, and the food was to die for. Only complaint was my medium steak ended up being... closer to medium rare but I'm not going to dock a star for that. Overall, wonderful experience with the family and would definitely recommend if you haven't had food in the area before. Very large variety of options on the menu is a huge plus as well.read more

Kosta

18:53 25 Mar 21

Was a delicious as we had heard! The triple D dinner was awesome and a great way to try a little bit of everything. The... seafood chowder was my favorite, highly recommend. Take 1A up for a scenic drive and stop here for a great lunch or dinner.read more

Hanna Baronowski (Student)

13:55 23 Mar 21

first time going. my dad got a mimosa in a frosty mug. he rates it 10/10. you can sit at the bar which is pretty cool.... fruit bowl is very yummy. pancakes are hugeread more

Bruce Charette

22:52 19 Mar 21

Just drove up from Connecticut to stay in Ogunquit for the weekend. First stop was to The Maine Diner. Wife had the a... Triple D (Cup of their famous seafood chowder, lobster pie and cod cake). I had a bowl of the seafood chowder and their lobster pie. The seafood chowder comes with a corn muffin and the lobster pie comes with choice of either coleslaw or carrots and choice of potato. I got the coleslaw and French Fries. The meal for both of us was incredible. We have been here before and this place never disappoints. Quality and staff are always top notch.read more

Garrett Trubey

12:35 16 Mar 21

Had an awesome experience here! Great food (highly recommend almond encrusted French toast) accommodated our family of... 6 nicely! Very friendly wait staff!read more

Bill Dorr

04:56 08 Mar 21

Very good experience. The staff was attentive and really hustling. Food was New England comfort fare. Really good... value. So many items to select from to breakfast, chowders, roast dinners to seafood platters. The constant stream of customers was a sign that they satisfy customers and are an anchor business in the local community. Left happy and full.read more

Donna Tierney

14:53 07 Mar 21

Awesome home cooked meals. Breakfast all day!!! Fabulous beef stew in a bread bowl!!! Your mouth and your stomach will... be so happy when you stop here for a meal!!!!read more

Kenneth French

01:10 15 Feb 21

Another great experience. Friendly welcoming staff. Great comfort food. Efficient service. Great price. A bit of a wait... to be expected, 20 minutes. For a Sunday mid morning.read more

Caden H

21:45 17 Jan 21

Nice little diner off of Route One. The food was good and the service was fast. My only complaint was that the Lobster... Roll was served on a hotdog bun and the prices were a bit steep. Besides that, however, I recommend coming here.read more

Kathi Yoho

18:37 19 Dec 20

The staff is welcoming. The hot lobster roll was delicious. The fried clams were light and crispy. And the french fries... were perfect. A wonderful lunch.read more

Regina Toupin

19:12 02 Dec 20

I have eaten at the Maine Diner and have ordered food delivered to my home. Every experience has been excellent. The... people at Maine Diner are warm and so pleasant. The lobster pie is the best I have had since the Hilltop Steakhouse in Saugus, MA closed. Thank you Maine Diner and keep up the great work!read more

David MacNeill

20:05 11 Oct 20

Had lunch here on my birthday, had a fantastic half fried clam half scallop plate and the best seafood chowder I've... ever had. Was so impressed my family and I came back for breakfast! (Spoiler:it was great too.)read more

Jessie Paradis

03:36 09 Oct 20

Maine Diner is a great place to get a good meal.They have All Day Breakfast. The people are so friendly and fast... getting your food to you. They are Iconic.read more

Steve Koenemann

10:11 27 Sep 20

Ate here a few times over the last week or so and every time was a great experience. One of the times we had a short... wait for seating, but I was amazed at how quickly the staff turnover tables here... the staff was experienced, polite and very efficient. The food was, as they say, indescribably delicious, and our small party tried a variety of different menu choices. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a great meal.read more

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