When given the task of choosing the most quirky restaurant in Maine, one could spend weeks trying to decide. But, journalism moves fast and we didn’t have weeks. Lucky for us, we knew where to go! Most of America has now heard the story that went viral a few years ago. If not, here’s (the possibly biased version of) what you need to know: New York family visits Maine. New York family has screaming child. New York family tries to eat at diner with screaming child. Maine diner doesn’t like it and reminds New York family that “it’s my restaurant, my rules.” Whether you were on the side of the parents or the side of the local diner, we’d like to go on record saying that Marcy’s is pretty great.

Marcy's, located in Portland, has been around since 1989.
Marcy's Diner / Facebook
The tiny space feels cozy and homey, and those who visit often will come to know the staff and their personalities.
Lisa B / Yelp
The first thing you'll need to try when visiting Marcy's is the grilled muffin.
Jeff B. / Yelp
Then, move on to just the beloved (and huge!) menu breakfasts including the awesome daily specials.
Amy M. / Yelp
No matter what you order, there's a good chance it will come with a side of personality...or, in this case, in the shape of a skull and crossbones.
Marcy's Diner / Facebook

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The classic diner fare is made more special by the staff and the overall no-nonsense vibe.
Jim H. / Yelp
And some things are just...hard to explain.
Marcy's Diner / Facebook
This joint is cash only, so be prepared ahead of time - asking to hit an ATM while holding the table is not going to go over well.
Lana H. / Yelp
Another great thing about Marcy's is that they're truly locally owned, meaning they're real people who take time off and act human to their customers.
Marcy's Diner / Facebook
We admit that it's hard to describe the level of quirk through photos and writing, so we recommend you check them out for yourself.
Hana C. / Yelp
Just make sure to remember that Darla, the owner, is in charge!
Kara S. / Yelp

You can find Marcy’s Diner at 47 Oak Street, near the Old Port in Portland. You can call them on (207) 774-9713 or visit them online by clicking here.

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