Marcy’s Diner

Unfortunately, the breakfast does not live up to its hype. I visited Marcy’s last fall during a trip. I had to wait an hour for a table for 4. I had to wait 20 minutes until a server took our order. Once we received our food, it tasted like it had been sitting out for quite some time. Needless to say, we won’t be coming back! It needs to improve it’s customer service and food quality.

Such a cute place with great food! I highly recommend, especially for breakfast!!!

A great establish! There is nothing better than a place where they know your name, this diner has certainly made a name for themselves. I say let the food speak for itself! It’s always yummy, fresh and hot. You may have to wait but it’s totally worth it! Great prices, great waitstaff and great food!

VERY slow service! Waited over 25 minutes for a BLT, pancake and an egg sandwich. Cash only. NO GLOVES for food prep, but gloves are there-​Just for dish washing person to protect his hands, while being enraged and cursing the whole time, about every other thing.
Extremely unpleasant experience. Forget about the food quality! Horrible, horrific, disaster and I’m open to suggestions of new words that will describe this freak show!
Oh, the waitress was nic

I did NOT get yelled at while at Marcy’s — I guess I was well behaved enough. Actually, we had a couple of nice breakfasts here while in Maine. The service was quick and friendly and the food was abundant.
The pancakes were pretty good. I see why that mom ordered three giant ones for her screaming baby. The coffee was ok. The meats were pretty saturated with salt. Fortunately, the buckets of hot sauce and easy access syrup can help fix that.

Marcy’s is the one and only restaurant I dined in during my 24 hour stay in Portland and we stumbled upon it early Sunday morning when we awoke in our hotel room, were starving and craved more than the complimentary continental breakfast being offered.
We arrived around 9:30 a.m. to a full house! Mind you, this diner is very small; there are around 10 – 12 counter seats and 5 or so very narrow booths. Thankfully, we only had about a 5 minute wait but we were both glad we walked in when we did because within minutes there were 4 other couples waiting to be seated.
Service is fast and friendly. Typical breakfast diner atmosphere but it was definitely warm and welcoming. Our waitress was pleasant and attentive. I didn’t poke much around at the menu because I usually eat the same things for breakfast; I ordered 2 eggs, hash-​browns and an english muffin. My date ordered eggs over-​easy, hash-​browns, hash and an english muffin which he enjoyed and ate every last bite where as I, on the other hand, am a food snob. The scrambled eggs were watery and warm and the hash-​browns were undercooked, the only thing I really liked was the english muffin. Even the coffee was cheap tasting.
I’ve always been of the opinion that it’s kind of hard to screw up breakfast foods, but I guess I was wrong. Was it the absolute worst food I’ve ever eaten? No. Would I suggest that one of my friends stop by Marcy’s for a fulfilling and delicious breakfast? No.

4 stars for service
2 stars for food overall, except the grilled raspberry muffin, which is def a 5 star!
I had heard about Marcy’s for a long time and wanted to try it out, especially after it made news over the infant tantrum vs owner spectacle that went down a few months ago.
First of all, service we got was excellent. No shrieking baby helps, I’m sure. They were friendly, warm and fun. Although our 1 hour wait on a Saturday at 11 was no fun at all.
Our server had recommended her personal favorite: the raspberry muffin grilled, and that was highlight of our breakfast.
Marcy’s has pretty typical greasy diner food, but I was sorely sorely disappointed with the cinnamon swirl pancake of the day that we ordered. There was hardly any cinnamon flavor and the whole pancake itself tasted like bacon grease.
Don’t get me wrong, I love my bacon bits. Just not when I’m expecting a sweet, cinammony pancake! (for that, I have to say that Bayside café has it down!)
The breakfast burrito I also ordered was alright. It wasn’t a standout, just tasted… fine. Lots of cheese and grease with the eggs.
Price was really inexpensive. Good place to go for greasy grub if you don’t mind the wait (or the grease). I probably will be around the block trying out other diners before heading back.

Sure, go ahead and add me to the list of people who traveled far and wide to eat at Marcy’s Diner, home of zero tolerance for poor parenting. A cause I strongly support.
I knew I would find personality. What I didn’t know is that the food would be phenomenal, the prices reasonable, and the staff delightful.
It is clearly a close knit family business with a counter full of regulars. On a Sunday morning, our trio waited 45 minutes, which is exactly what we were quoted, before being seated at a booth. We didn’t mind waiting 45 minutes at all because we were thoroughly entertained by Doug, who co-​owns the diner with his wife, the inimitable Darla. Doug was friendly, accommodating, and checked in on our party throughout our (hungover) brunch. Our waitress and the rest of our staff kept us on our toes with friendly banter and read our minds, bringing us what we wanted before we even had to ask.
We each ordered the breakfast burrito and, at Doug’s recommendation, substituted the regular home fries with hobo fries — I HIGHLY RECOMMEND MAKING THIS SUBSTITUTION. They were mouth watering and so was the burrito. We also got a toasted coconut pancake and a fresh grilled raspberry muffin (I didn’t know you could grill a muffin — I have been seriously missing out on this delicacy). This brunch was truly a magical hangover cure — yes, it exists.
Service was fast and the food was to die for. I truly can’t wait for my next trip to Portland to eat at Marcy’s again. This is a can’t miss spot.

CASH ONLY! (or you will get scolded, so you know it’s good!)
I was very impressed by this place. I had high expectations, assuming this place would piggy back off the Screaming Kid Summer 2015 national publicity (yes, it was big talk even in Kentucky this summer) to skimp on food and service as a result. But I was wrong; this place was fantastic in all ways possible.
First the atmosphere: it’s your classic verbal-​abuse diner. It reminds me of going to Grandma’s after a Democratic victory in the Elections: good cookin’ but Grandma is pissed. But seriously, the service is great. They all have the typical frank but semi-​friendly attitude with an accent (aka The Maine Special). Parking isn’t bad at 7:30AM; but good luck finding street parking later (I assume). I’ve seen this place packed out the Wahzoo (which probably explains why Marcy’s successor is pissed ²⁴⁄₇ lol jk), so go early to beat the giant crowds that will eventually engulf this place later in the day!
The food was AMAZING! I had the Corned Beef Hash Benny which was served on super-​buttery Texas Toast and with a side of fluffy and buttery hash browns. I was in Paula Dean Heaven (minus the scandals). And the prices were grand! $ 23.74 for a large breakfast for 2 + 1 coffee. And they sell their hot sauces! $ 5 a bottle, and you get to see them go into the secret underground tunnel of hot sauces (this actually exists!). I highly recommend the green Gringo Bandito sauce.
Bottom line: Go here, get yelled at, eat lots of food, try some new hot sauce, and buy some sauces to go (because its still cheaper than going to 90% of other places in Portland). Nicest staff in Portland, besides the verbal abuse :)

This teeny tiny little diner is a must visit if you are driving through the gorgeous state of Maine as it is the quintessential small town diner experience. The quality of food rivals any upscale breakfast joint you may have visited and without the high cost and stuffy atmosphere. From the moment you walk in you are treated like family and not like the tourist you clearly are. Darla is an absolutely phenomenal chef and yet, has no problem coming out from behind her tiny work space to deliver her delicious food to your table herself. She is warm and friendly to everyone she encounters and obviously takes immense pride in her work. Each and everyone that worked there was friendly and provided exceptional service. We all ordered omlettes which were packed with the freshest ingredients and made us all sigh with contentment. The star of the show was probably the pumpkin muffin of which, my brother wolfed down too fast for me to snap a picture of. I greedily swiped a bite before he did and have to say, it was the best one I’ve ever had.
Darla: you are a complete rockstar in my book, I only wish I lived on the same coast so I could dine here more often!

This small eater is great with excellent food all around and low prices. Just a block and a half from the Portland Museum of Art.
We had one dish with corned beef hash, potatoes, and rye bread toast. The portions were generous, the food came out piping hot, and everything was really fresh and delicious, tasting like homemade. The other plate was a steak and cheese sandwich with high quality beef, which you usually do not get. The onions were perfectly done. Also a big portion.
Service was superb. The waitperson came by frequently to refill our glasses and sincerely wanted to know how we liked our meal.
The next time I am in Portland or passing through, this will be the first food establishment I hit.
Marcy’s truly deserved the 5 star rating from other reviewers.

Way good. We were staying nearby and found this joint on Unilocal.It was 8:30 on a Saturday and we lucked out and got a table quickly. A line formed outside as we ate. It’s a tiny spot so plan for a snug experience. I hade the Nudge which was 2 eggs, Taylor ham and cheese on a bulky roll. It was perfect and you don’t see Taylor ham much outside of Jersey so that was a treat. The sandwich came with a heaping pile of shredded hash browns, perfect prepping my belly for our upcoming tour on The Maine Brew bus. My wife ordered a western omelet and gushed over how full of stuff it was and how pillowy the eggs were. The ham inside was also delish.
The staff was super friendly. I know they’ve got a bad rap for hollering at a toddler but make no mistake, the staff oozed genuinely happy vibes.

I went camping up in Maine and decided to do a little sight seeing there in Portland. I specifically wanted to go to this diner because of all the news attention from earlier this summer. I think the owner is a celebrity in a way for what she did and not just by me but many of my Boston friends. I brought my 8yr old grandson with me.
News attention aside; I am so happy I made this one of my tourist stops for my trip to Maine. It’s on a corner of a street, easy to find and your first thought when you walk in is «this place is small.» I can see why a screaming anything would be a problem. We went there around 1:30 p.m. just before they closed at 2; so it was not crowded
My grandson ordered their pancake special. A chocolate/​cherry something or another. Gosh I can’t remember the name but he loved it. I am posting a picture that will show the size and one was plenty.
I got a bagel sandwich and was extremely happy with that as well. It was a big sandwich.
The waitress and the other staff were all so nice. I mean, I wish there was a place close to me that I could sit on a little stool and have that type of experience with my grandkids. Yes I have a 3yr old granddaughter too but did not have her with me. If I did, I could promise you she would not have been a problem and we would not have made news headlines. =)
I highly recommend. I told my train pals about my experience going into Boston this morning and here I am telling all of you. This place is a must stop on your tourist map!
Kim

Small diner that seats about 25 people. Very cozy atmosphere. Food is just ok, I wouldn’t come back.
I got the B2 — 2 eggs, ham steak, hash browns, toast $ 6.50. Portions are fairly large considering the price but the food is under seasoned. The hash Browns were very mushy so barely ate them. The ham steak was recommended by the staff and it was the best thing on my plate. Get the TIGER SAUCE to go with it!
Got a regular coffee, it is just ok
Got here at noon and they were out of one of the specials and only had two muffins left so GET THERE EARLY.
The only source of air are fans so it’s pretty warm. If you are looking for have a meal while enjoying the breezy Maine weather, this is not it.

I’ll keep this short… huge portions at very cheap prices with prompt service equals one of the better Portland area diners. Cash only, no alcohol, and no nonsense. All the food I’ve had is delicious. Highly recommended.

I’ve been to Marcy’s many times. The service and the food have always been excellent and I love having it as an alternative to the other two large and busy diners in the area, not that Marcy’s isn’t busy on any given weekend morning, it can be.
The quiche is my absolute favorite, speaking as a guy who isn’t normally into such things. I ordered it once on a whim and it reminded me of quiche I have a little café on a side street in Paris; rich but lite, huge portion with a side. Just a great breakfast, lunch or dinner (when they’re open at dinner time).
The owner is always friendly when she’s in, chatting up the guests and the pancakes are the best I’ve had in Portland. You can’t go wrong here!

Hobo hashbrowns ! Hobo hashbrowns ! for those who like to take them browns with a kick, the Hobos with jalapeño peppers, onions, peppers and cheese would do it. it is a huge plate, best to share.
Good location, great service and food, reasonably priced. Worth a visit.

Breakfast here was both delicious and fun with a friendly server and some brief discussion with the grill person.
Everything was exactly as ordered, flavorful and cooked to perfection with special kudos to the flavorful link sausage. The attached pictures saves so much typing! We did miss what seems to be a speciality of large fresh muffins prepared with breakfast fillings. Those muffins did look wonderful.
Much like Maine’s weather this is a cool place and don’t forget to bring cash.

Brunch in Portland is great, but constant weekends standing in line for lobster & eggs benedict w/​bloody marys are going to cost you a pretty penny. Break that pattern and come to Marcy’s instead!
It’s cute but tattooed, homey but not your grandma’s, it’s that perfect spot for you to get in, get delicious food, and get out – only to come back again tomorrow for more.
Among two people, I/​we split a grilled blueberry muffin ($ 3), peach cobbler pancakes (2 giant ones for $ 7), & the veggie hash special with eggs/​toast ($ 9.50; $ 7 w/​o eggs/​toast). By early lunchtime on a weekday, the muffins were almost all out and I can see why! They’re split down the middle and grilled with extra butter and they are DELICIOUS. It’s actually quite filling and I wasn’t able to finish my pancakes.
The veggie hash was delicious, the pancakes were tasty but a little too much for me (the granola was a nice touch though!). All in all, I had a nice, hearty meal and a seat at the bar meant that I got to enjoy watching dozens of other hot meals get dished out during my short time there.
While the food was great, the service stood out even more. From the friendly welcome at the door, to the personal greeting from the chef, every interaction felt genuine and kind. As the fellow at the door said, «We’ll see you tomorrow.»

I’ve only been here once but I REALLY enjoyed it. Its a nice casual place to have breakfast when you just want to enjoy home-​cooked food and the company you’re with.
I had a grilled lemon muffin and a fresh fruit bowl — the fresh fruit bowl had 7 different fruits in it, and I feel like thats worth mentioning because it SUCKS to get a fruit bowl that only has cantaloupe and honey dew in it. At Marcy’s they do it right. My dining partner had a huge french toast breakfast with all the sides and LOVED it. Last thing about the food, they have their own creamer and both it and the coffee are really good — just like a really good simple cup of coffee.
Things to know:
— It’s cash only
— It’s small — they only have a few booths and a counter, but they turn them over fairly quickly and I’d say its worth the wait. Just don’t come here with a big group (4+).