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    MaryAnn's Diner

    3.7 (39 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    The 50's Special

    My wife and I were out mid-day on a Tuesday and thought we'd give MaryAnn's Diner a try. We had driven by MaryAnn's many times and noticed how packed the parking lot usually is. The first thing you notice on entry is the 50's decor. There are 50's-style Americana images everywhere. There was a short line of people getting seated. We were seated in less than five minutes and the maitre-d was friendly. We were seated at a small table that had the 50's-style amoeba-pattern on the formica top. Although it was near noontime, we both ordered breakfast which is served all day. I ordered the The 50's Special which consisted of two eggs, sausage, toast, french toast and hash browns. My wife ordered the French Toast breakfast. We both had coffee and ice water was provided. The food was what you'd expect at a diner. The portions were large and the food was good but not outstanding. My French toast was small and somewhat tasteless. The eggs, sausage and toast were good. The hash browns appeared to be originally frozen and then deep fried although they were tasty. Our waitress was pleasant and efficient. We didn't have to wait too long for our orders to arrive. Our two breakfasts and coffees amounted to exactly $40 including tax and a 20% tip. So what is my conclusion? I would go back if I was in the area and in the mood for a big breakfast at a fair price. However, I wouldn't go out of my way for it.

    Love the old Christmas book
    Mallory S.

    My husband took me hear for an early Mother's Day date. The food was awesome and the atmosphere was great. Our waitress was very nice and friendly. I love the 1950s diner type place. They serve breakfast all day long. I also loved all music and old car stuff as well.

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    Jay B.

    Here's the thing. While I'm aware that I've already discussed this place, I am also aware that I have been a total slack ass in my review writing duties as of late. Perhaps it's the economic times. Or perhaps it's due to the fact that I have recently become a "financial mutant", so to speak. But, I digress. Point is, most of you probably already know the backstory behind the newly constituted MaryAnn's Diner in Amherst. But for those of you unfamiliar with the local history, this place used to be known as Joey's Diner. Then, recently acquired by new ownership. While I can't speak to the former, I will briefly review the latter that we all know and adore today. As MaryAnn's continues to carry on the tradition of hosting a nostalgic 50s style dining room theme, to include a pop-culture referenced epithet themed menu selection from the same time period, it also carries with it simple, straightforward comfort food. Among other things, this place embodies casual family breakfast dining in a way that should prove pleasing to the palate. Not to mention, MaryAnn's as a chain has sort of a cult following here in NH. Like many others before and after it, however, this newly established 50s style diner isn't without its flaws. The coffee is still lame and weak as tea water. The parking lot also has a weird and unsafe trend going where folks inexplicably park right in front of what appears to be an entrance/exit point. A tragically flawed parking lot design perhaps? Dunno, but it's stupid as hell. But to tell the truth, those are the only real complaints I have about this particular location. The food is what you'd expect from a competent MaryAnn's. The service is stellar as all hell! I was able to get a seat within seconds of arriving around 8 on a Sunday morning. And the staff genuinely seem to enjoy themselves here. This is always good to see because it translates over to their service overall. As for the food, it was mostly good. I say mostly because of that sad looking toast. I'm not even sure you could call it toast, as it more resembled slightly stale bread with melted butter in the center. Poor thing was barely buttered properly. Note to self: get an English muffin next visit. But other than that, this one's a keeper. Dare I say....it's even better than the one located in my hometown. Although, I think my beverage of choice from here on out may be the Mimosa. MaryAnn's in Amherst gets 4 savory plates of bacon and eggs out of 5.

    Club sandwich made the right way. Great menu the way diners were in the past with all of the favorites.
    Jim M.

    My wife had the chicken pie while I had a BLT club with fries. Everything was very good and the fries weren't greasy as you get at other diners.The restaurant was clean and the service was very good. The diner had the colors and look of the diners from the 1950's as if it was just opened.

    Daniel D.

    Food was nice and hot. Server was great and attentive and I really like the ambiance, went for a simple breakfast and it was delicious as it should be.

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    My ten year old son says, "Everything is AWESOME! And the food is, too!!!" That pretty much sums it up.

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    Huge portions. Reasonably priced. Our go to for breakfast. Everyone is nice. Very busy on Sunday's.

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    Ordered a grilled cheese and fries, husband had a patty melt. Solid diner food, server was great, service was efficient.

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    Incompetent service brought to you by overworked babboons. Other than that, generic food.

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    Definitely a Great thing happened when Mary Ann's came to Amherst. Food, Service and Atmosphere area all excellent

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