Good breakfast, fair prices and a friendly staff in this family-owned restaurant. We all enjoyed our heart meals in this home style place reminiscent of the friendly places we ate growing up. Nothing fancy inside, but clearly a lot of regular diners. read more

First time here, won't be my last. Had a fish sandwich. The haddock was fresh and the perfect size. Menu has a little of everything. read more

Every time we go here it is great food and awesome service! The menu is full of diverse choices including those for vegetarian and alpha-gal diets. Keep up the great work - we'll be back again soon! read more

Always have had a great food and service experience at Tiny's. Great family restaurant that knows how to serve it up. Great portions and great food. Love their fish for years and great club sandwiches. I don't live in MA but I still make effort to visit. read more

I am up from Florida again and the first place I want to go is Tinys and have Dana serve me fried oysters and my high school sweetheart of 60 years gets her Macaroni and cheese, she is a local and goes there almost every day. It is the best food and service you will find anywhere. Don't miss Tinys Ayer MA read more

My girlfriend and I went to Tiny's for the first time a few days ago. It was much nicer inside than I anticipated. Larger, too. Our server was young and polite. We sat at a table but were soon offered a booth when one became available, so we moved to a booth next to a window. Our young server was quite polite and seemed knowledgeable about what they served. My girlfriend doesn't eat much. She ordered a sandwich and fries with a glass of soda. Said it was delicious. I got fried clams and onion rings. The full bellies were like beer bellies on a man - BIG ones! They were cooked just right and tasted great The price was nominal. I'd recommend Tiny's to anyone who finds themselves in the Ayer/Groton area, or just wants to go for a ride in the countryside, like we did. read more

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Stopped in for a late morning milk shake. Place was packed and we didn't want to take the last 6 top as there was only two of us so we waited for a counter spot to open up. Always great service when we stop in and today was no different! Love the decor!! read more

Tiny's Restaurant - Diners Near Me - Ayer, Massachusetts

Excellent fried oysters and clams. Have lived in the area for years, driven by numerous times and decided to try after reading reviews praising fried clams and oysters which we have not driven to NH or Maine for in recent years. We have enjoyed fried oysters from Oregon to the Canadian Maritime Provinces and appreciate quality and preparation. I can affirm that we do not need to consider any other place besides Tiny's for our fried clam or oyster fix. In addition, my wife felt the sweet potato fries were the best she ever had. Tina was our most congenial, helpful, competent server. We will definitely return. https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g29526-d901516-r984932361-Tiny_s_Restaurant-Ayer_Massachusetts.html# read more

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Exactly the kind of place I love. Old fashioned in the very best way. Extensive menu with loads of delicious options. I'll be returning for the meatloaf. A local favorite of neighbors and townies for good reasons Chicken Croquettes was why we came. They are getting hard to find. I heard that Tiny's does croquettes. The croquettes were terrific. I think they were made there. With gravy and a baked potato and I was in heaven. Hot and delicious. So glad we came. read more

Tinys is a great local non-chain restaurant catering to locals and neighbors with fantastic home cooked meals. It is a treasure and you will not be disappointed with anything you choose. read more

Most of my meals have been breakfasts and lunches, and the service and food were always very good.

The true essence of a home town restaurant, The food has great flavor and is quick to the table. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable about the area and will recommend some really delicious desserts. The place is nothing like the name it is in the corner of 2 roads and there is more seating than you would expect, Give it a try worth the stop. read more

Tiny's Restaurant - Country Fried Steak - Diners Near Me - Ayer, Massachusetts

The food wasn't great and gave me food poisoning but service was ok and the mood was a happy fun mixture

Classic New England Diner. The food is solid and tasty AND consistent. The staff is friendly and genuinely helpful with recommendations if you're undecided. For being so far inland, they have a surprisingly fresh array of seafood. It's not cheap, but very good. The ambiance is... a diner with a Keno screen in the corner. It's not "hip" or "trendy" but that's fine. It's an old school diner with no surprises. read more

After several recent visits, I am revising my initial review of Tiny's and adding a fourth star because their service is outstanding as is their breakfast sandwich. But most important when I asked that the English muffin be toasted extra well done and the bacon be extra crispy; they were! If like me you like traditional diners, you'll love Tiny's! read more

Tiny's Restaurant - Love old time diners! - Diners Near Me - Ayer, Massachusetts

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My go to place for comfort food! I usually order the fresh chicken cutlet with mashed potatoes and salad. Love that the salads are in little wooden bowls, classic. Wish they would offer more than one hot vegetable choice. Deserts are always great as is breakfast. The hot opened faced turkey sandwich is basically a turkey dinner. Friendly service too! read more

I grew up in this area in the 50's & 60's and Tiny's was a staple. A must stop whenever I come home. Glad to see you're still here. Thanks for the English muffins today (12/24/23) even though it was past breakfast time. read more

Good prices, good food. I had the turkey club. Service was friendly. No frills but it's worth it.

After driving by this place many times, I finally stopped here for dinner. I can definitely tell that Tiny's is a staple for some; a lot of regulars and older crowd here on a Thursday evening. I'm fine with that personally, but I probably wouldn't plan a date night here as a young couple. Overall my waitress was great and I was happy with my dinner. I ordered the scallop plate and was pleasantly surprised... I am picky about fish and haven't found another place around here besides Kimball's that does it right. The scallops were fresh, cooked well, breading was crisp, and it adhered to the fish well. The fries had no seasoning but were crispy and had a nice flavor even without salt. The coleslaw was good just a bit watery. The portion and price were fair too. My only complaint is that it wasn't the cleanest. The window I was seated next to had dust all over the sill and the glass was kind of dirty. Other than that, it was a good experience, and I would come back. read more

Excellent food. Excellent service. Good old fashioned comfort food plus some of the best fried seafood around. Captain's platter (shrimp, scallops, fried clams and haddock) is enough food for 2 dinners. Chicken croquettes and chicken pot pie are delicious. Even the cole slaw is excellent. Check facebook for daily specials. Lazy Lobster is very good as well. Never had a bad meal here. read more

Came in from New York City wanted to try something different Great service good food very clean place friendly staff read more

Tiny's Restaurant - Eggs French toast bacon side of home fries - Diners Near Me - Ayer, Massachusetts

My boyfriend and I went in and ordered food and one drink. Before we knew it (still had half a drink left that I was forced to leave) we were asked condescendingly to leave and said they closed 20 mins ago. Nowhere at any point did anyone tell us that they were about to close as we ordered our meal. I understand closing time and wanting to get home after work but why take our order if you are closing a few minutes later and not tell us you are closing soon. A simple "just so you know, we are closing in... minutes" would suffice. There was no need to speak to us in the way we were spoken to. It was the rudest, most condescending manner I've ever received in my 50 years of living on the Earth. We will never return again and will make sure all our friends know how we were treated via social media. We go out ALL the time, all over the place and have never been treated in such a poor fashion as we were today. read more

No fuss no frills breakfast, the way I like it! Great menu, great service, good coffee and everything I had was cooked excellent; eggs were a perfect over easy and bacon cooked to a crisp. This restaurant is in the middle of a busy intersection however, once I walked inside I felt transported to another time. It's very rustic, homey and cozy with lots of natural light. Everyone is very welcoming, I felt encouraged to slow down while here - thank you! Will absolutely return read more

We like it! My husband and I were doing errands and we have passed by Tiny's several times saying we've gotta try it. Glad we did. I called to place my order and the man was very friendly. It was ready within 12 minutes. They are serious about enforcing social distance requirements. But there is still Keno and indoor seating. We ordered lobster rolls for takeout and enjoyed some good old fashioned dashboard dining. The lobster roll was fresh with just a tad of mayo and some celery. Husband got the onions rings, which were real slices of onion dipped in batter. He will order them again. I got clam chowder with my lobster roll. It was creamy, not too thick. The potatoes weren't mushy and the clam had a good bite, not rubbery. Can't wait to try a burger. read more

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We had the best time, the food was delish! I hadn't been there in decades so it brought back tons of memories! The staff was courteous adept, talented at their craft and beyond hospitable! We will be back! read more

Tiny's Restaurant - Breakfast with loves! - Diners Near Me - Ayer, Massachusetts

This is a terrific, old school, family restaurant. In over 30 years I have never been disappointed with anything I have ordered. You just can't go wrong with the food or the service. Basic comfort foods, delicious burgers, filling meals, and satisfying desserts. All for a reasonable price read more

this has been here forever, and always has a good crowd of cars surrounding it...breakfast recently, i had the cheeseburger omelet and other half had the stack of pancakes, servings were generous and we both took some home for another day..both very good, service was attentive and pleasant and the coffee tasteful, nothing fancy but plentiful, good foods, they are open additional hours and do have a full bar, and they are always pretty busy!! read more

This is a great breakfast spot. We had a lovely waitress named Tina. I had an Irish Benedict. I saw another table get a couple of them and all of us basically licked the plates clean. My daughter had a special request for her pancake and Tina went above and beyond to oblige. It's a clean, exciting environment with plenty to look at while you dine. We will come back soon! read more

Tiny's Restaurant - Having a great time, and the report on the pancake was: "this is the most delicious pancake I have ever had!" - Diners Near Me - Ayer, Massachusetts

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The Fisherman's Platter isn't a mere dish; it's a luxurious aspiration. It's also a declaration of New England identity. A frire scum of shrimp, scallops, haddock, and clams. It's a New England institution on par with higher education or Puritanical browbeating. The goal: a tender hillock of lightly crispy fondo del mar that tastes like the sea, yet not "fishy." The cornmeal crust should shatter and flake. Yet enough should remain attached so that you're eating seafood in a crunch suit. If it's oily or greasy, it has flopped short and failed. Then there's the dreaded "Market Price." This requires the guest to trust the restaurant, the seafood supplier, and the fisherman. Altogether, that makes this a lunch of conviction. Does the Fishman's Platter at Tiny's bring satisfaction? Yes. Yes, it does. Not only does this platter deliver a crisp and tender fleet-meat core, but "Market Price" brings along extra value. The meal started with a complimentary schmeer of pub cheese and saltines. As a born and bred member of the North Central Massachusetts horde this is high-level bread service. Then came the iceberg salad with thinly sliced red onion, large diced cucumber, shredded yellow cheese, cherry tomato, and an olive. The dressing? Creamy Italian. Creamy Italian: The Roy Campanella of dressing. Its promising career cut short by the careen of Ranch. When the main event arrived, and it didn't disappoint. I invited along some onion rings (slightly underseasoned, but sound). But to top it off the service from my server Dana, and the rest of the counter crew, was fantastic. Sweet and prompt, she showed me how much she appreciated my order by presenting me with a full 24 ounce clipped-tip squeeze bottle of tartar sauce. I don't cotton much to tartar, but to trust a rando like me with three cups of green speckled mayo was a sign of respect. Lastly, Tiny's offered a warm floor show of regulars. Add to that, the entertaining event of a woman visiting from Connecticut who dared a brazen mid-day chew-and-screw (a.k.a. Dine-and-dash). For me though, a near-perfect lunch. read more

Tiny's Restaurant - (Top) Pub cheese & saltines. (Bottom) Salad appetizer with Creamy Italian dressing. - Diners Near Me - Ayer, Massachusetts

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First time here on recommendation of my parents. Everything was delicious, decently priced, nice atmosphere, and all waiters were very kind and welcoming. I will definitely be back and I recommend it! read more

Super friendly staff! Was let to pick my own seat and sat at the 'bar'. Just got a simple triple decker sandwich with turkey and cheese on wheat with onion rings and a sprite to drink. Came out super fast and was delicious! The bread was lightly toasted and it was excellent flavor. The breading for the onion rings was super good finished the whole plate before I knew it. Quick in and out but perfect place for a quick lunch with moderately priced meals read more

Omg-new or newer item on the specials board today was a pickle brined chicken breast sandwich with French fries. Holy cow! SO SO SOOOOOO GOOD! Chicken is delicious - perfectly fried.....perfect pickle taste. Highly recommend!!!! I live nearby and come here from time to time and never am disappointed- opposite- always impressed. Check them out. Excellent all round!! read more

I've been going to Tinys for years now. The food quality is always consistently good and I'm always satisfied with what I order. The prices are fair and the atmosphere is clean. I've typically had great waitresses whenever I go there and they have never messed up any of my take out orders! Their fried seafood is great and so is all of their breakfast food! read more

Casual, comfortable restaurant with reliably great food. We've gone here many times for lunch but this was our first breakfast visit. The four of us really enjoyed our food. The wait staff and other employees were right on the money, friendly and efficient. read more

I love this little place , me and my bf always come here to get a nice quiet little breakfast the service is always friendly and the ambiance is cute read more

We went here with family who live in the area on a Sunday. We were visiting from DC. Looks like they were redoing the outside of the restaurant. It was nice and cool inside and we got a table right away. Our server was new but very friendly and knowledgeable. I have food allergies (P/TN/F/SF) and she was very good about it: she went and asked the manager and chef about what I wanted to order to make sure everything was safe. We were given the thumbs up. They gave us baskets of crackers with a cheese dip. Yum. My husband ordered the Country Fried Steak and he loved it. The portions were huge! My Open-Faced Turkey Sandwich was very tasty! The gravy was seasoned just right! Other members in our party had the Reuben Sandwich and Chicken Burger. They all liked their meals. The cost is low for how much food/drinks you get. We will be back on our next visit! read more

Tiny's Restaurant - Open-Faced Turkey Sandwich: Turkey and stuffing smothered in gravy served with mashed potatoes and cranberry sauce. Yum! - Diners Near Me - Ayer, Massachusetts

Found ourselves in Ayer around lunch today. Found this little place literally! Small local place at an intersections with mostly local people. Pretty big menu for a small place. Liquor license, keno if that's your thing. I got a roast beef sandwich. Was good sandwich for a good price. Chloe got a shaved steak sandwich Xtra cheese. She ate every bite. Great service! Would def come back if I was in the area. Check it out! read more

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Just went this am for breakfast. Bacon was greasy, eggs had no taste. Hash was good, as was toast. How sad. Husband got bisquits and gravy said the gravy terrible and so was the sausage. It will be a while, if ever, we go back Sorry Tinys. read more

I've had the lobster roll twice and my wife had fried haddock both were great. The servings are large and reasonably priced.

I had the open-face turkey sandwich here yesterday and it was excellent. The mashed potatoes that came with it tasted homemade and creamy. I also had fries instead of stuffing and they were nice and crisp. The waitress was attentive and service was good. read more