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    Moody's Diner

    4.0 (360 reviews)
    Closed 6:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Perfect buttery biscuits
    Wilma J.

    Moody's Diner in Waldoboro is small-town Maine at its best. We first heard about it in the most Maine way possible, we asked a grocery store cashier where to find the best blueberry pie, and every single person she asked walking in the door immediately said the same thing: Moody's. When a whole town votes the same way, you listen. We ended up going three times during our trip, and honestly, it was mostly for the pie. Each time the diner was packed, with about a 15-minute wait, but it was worth every second. The place buzzes with energy...waitresses flying around with plates stacked high, yet still making sure everyone is taken care of. Classic diner chaos, but in the best way. The food is pure comfort. First off, when you get seated they bring you warm perfectly baked buttery biscuits to set the mood (had to mention that). The chicken croquettes are huge, golden, and come smothered in rich gravy, a serious stick-to-your-ribs satisfaction. The turkey sandwiches piled high and drenched in gravy taste like Thanksgiving pulled up a chair. And then... the pie. Oh, the pie. Their blueberry pie is exactly what you dream about when you picture Maine, sweet, tart, flaky, and the kind of dessert your wish your grandma would bake. We didn't just go once. Or twice. We went three times...because one slice just wasn't enough. Moody's isn't fancy, it's better. It's authentic, it's delicious, and it's a slice (literally) of Maine tradition. If you leave without trying the any of their pies, you've officially done your vacation wrong!

    Haddock chowder with fresh baked biscuit.

    A solid stop in Waldoboro, Maine when traveling on Rt 1. Loved the haddock chowder, but honestly many of the menu items were underwhelming. Good service.

    Chicken Croquettes!
    Amy V.

    Happy Mothers Day! It was soooooo busy there today. Everyone was kind as usual, but seemed a little frazzled. I tried to be thankful and offered a smile every time a waitress walked by or helped us. Just wanted to make their day happy! I ordered the Chicken Croquettes, which are little balls of ground roasted chicken mixed with a stuffing and then fried and smothered in gravy. This tasted yummy, but the texture was not desirable. The stuffing was a little "wet". I think a little longer in the fryer and they would be superb. OR fried and then baked maybe? The biscuits were devoured in .03 seconds and I wanted to rub the pickled beets all over my face they were so delicious.

    Seafood Platter. I opted for corn instead of cole slaw, and onion rings instead of fries.
    Mark M.

    The Seafood Platter was generous in size (plenty for taking home for another lunch). Fish was fish sticks rather than a larger fillet. Scallops and shrimp were delicious. The clams were tasty but would probably have bounced at least once if dropped to a hard surface. The French fries were excellent. Cole slaw (which I am not a huge fan of) was actually pretty good. Lots of crunchy cabbage and carrots without too much sauce in it. The waitress was efficient without being "naggy" during the meal. We got pie to go (looked too god to pass on, but too Fulton eat it now). Neat place with 1950s decor including lunch counter and wooden booth to sit in. Too bad the gift shop was not open to check out (closed Sunday and Monday I think)

    Berry pie kit. Loved it and so did my kids.
    Sethro M.

    I ordered some donuts and their berry pie. I wish I had more pictures but it was all so good it was gone to fast. Great service I'll be ordering from Moody's again soon.

    The classic coffee cup
    Anne S.

    Moody's Diner is a classic! I'd heard about this place for years before moving to Maine, so of course I had to try it. This being an early lunch stop, I went for the haddock Reuben--a new thing for me, even though I've been a Reuben sandwich lover all my life. How did I not know?! It's so delicious! It just works, and it's all perfectly proportioned with the cheese and the sauerkraut (from nearby Morse's, also so good), and crispy, toasted bread. While I didn't have room to indulge in any of their famous pies, I did grab a yummy slice of lemon velvet cake to go. I imagine this place is packed during high season, but since I was there in late March after a big snowstorm, the vibe was 100% local. The staff are welcoming and low-key, which I love; somehow, even though it was my first time pulling up to the counter, they made me feel like I was a regular already. And then the local dude sitting next to me started chatting with me about the storm and roads and all that normal Maine stuff, so as far as I'm concerned even though I'll always be "from away," this is a place I feel like I belong. See ya soon, Moody's!

    Traditional New England Boiled Dinner
    Jane G.

    If you have ever been to Moodys - you know everything was fantastic. Never been? They have a seat and your favorite foods waiting. First time for dinner and it was terrific. Couldnt leave without a slice of Blueberry Pie, of course. Always a treat to be at Moodys with their friendly amd experienced staff.

    Waiting patiently for dinnah
    Abraham C.

    The food is comfort all the way - and the staff are great! It's just got that classic diner vibe that I miss. We need more diners like moody in ME

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    3 years ago

    Best pies around. Frozen or fresh but need to call ahead if you want a whole fresh one.

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    2 years ago

    This is a must-stop whenever we are close. A classic diner where the food, service and ambiance are great.

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    I tried the Saturday homemade baked beans special with coleslaw, a biscuit, and a hot dog. Everything was great.

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    Food was really good. Place is always busy. Kept the coffee cup full. Lots of parking

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    so good I got a burger and I came so fst and I love it there the ice cream is Perfecto and I love the motells

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    My wife and I were very happy with our dinners. She had the open face turkey and I had the grilled haddock. Good pie good service.

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    2 years ago

    Love this place. Always a good meal and good service. We come to Maine every year, and always make sure to get our Moody's fix!

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    Home Kitchen Cafe

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    We were meeting friends in the area for a meal and this place seemed like the perfect place, based…read moreon all of the wonderful contributions I could see on Yelp. We arrived early and found a spot in the very small lot they have next to the building. There were plenty of street spots open within walking distance as well. The whole area fills up starting in late morning, so I would plan your trip and know all of your parking options in advance so that you aren't driving 5 miles an hour down the road looking for parking. LOL There is usually a wait, so just be prepared for it. I was able to put our name on the list and we walked around the area. Our server was great - wow was she energetic. Zipping around, smiling and engaging with all of the customers. Our food was delicious!! The sticky bun...we managed to snag one of the last few left. Again, get there early if you don't want to miss out. The corned beef hash - amazing Biscuits - YUM Gravy - savory goodness. Home fries - flavorful and not too greasy. Eggs - perfect! I highly recommend this place and I hope to be able to return again soon, during the non-tourist season.

    Home Kitchen Cafe is one of my favorite restaurants in Rockland, and is a regular stop during my…read morebi-annual visits to dear friends in Cushing. This cozy breakfast and lunch spot is popular with locals and visitors, so you'll likely have to wait for a table. It is definitely worth the wait, but If you're in a hurry, check to see if a seat is available at the counter. Service at Home Kitchen is warm and welcoming, and you're in for a treat if you're lucky enough to sit in Zan's area (short for Suzanne). I couldn't decide between a tuna sandwich or a grilled cheese, and she suggested combining both into a tuna melt. Brilliant! Along with a shared order of large fries, it was a tasty and filling lunch. The best part? All of it was gluten free! Home Kitchen bakes their own GF bread and pastries, and they are far superior to grocery-store GF baked goods. Even though we were sated from lunch, Zan encouraged us to order dessert, since they had a GF chocolate cupcake with salted caramel frosting. On her recommendation, we got two cupcakes to go - a GF chocolate cupcake for me, and a pumpkin cupcake with maple cream cheese frosting for my friend -- which we enjoyed later in the day from the comforts of home. Wow. Super delicious. More please!

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