Maine's Very First Diner Has Literally Been Around Forever
By Michelle|Published April 01, 2019
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Michelle's life is a colorful map of exploration and adventure. From the iconic streets of New York to the sunny shores of Florida, the jagged coast of Maine to the rugged terrain of Montana, she's been fortunate to call some of America's most beautiful states home. Beyond the U.S., Michelle's wanderlust has taken her on a motorcycle journey through India, led her to teach English in Hanoi, and saw her studying Spanish in Guatemala. Michelle graduated with a communications degree from the S. I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University and in addition to a career in advertising has worked with OnlyInYourState since 2016, where her love for travel and storytelling converges. Alongside writing and exploring, Michelle finds joy in photography, staying active, and time with her family.
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We could write novels about the food in Maine. From seafood to BBQ to sweet treats and sandwiches, if you’re hungry you better hope you’re in Maine! While the spring always has us excited for the upcoming onslaught of fresh seafood, we can’t help but get back to our roots a bit when we think about this diner. It’s got tons of history and it serves up some great food!
The Waco Diner in Eastport has been in the same location since 1924, making it well over 80 years old!
And, in those years it's only grown in charm. You can tell by the locals and folks from away who clamor to enjoy the food and good company for which this eatery has become known.
And, while most restaurants feature a lobster roll only this lobster-crazy spot features a lobster roll, a whole Maine lobster, the "Lazy Man’s Lobster" sautéed in butter with a hint of sherry and the lobster club which comes with lobster, bacon and tomato.
The Waco Diner is located at 47 Water St., Eastport, Maine. They’re open every day from 5 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, visit their website or check them out on Facebook. You can reach them on 207-853-9226.
If you’ve got diners on the brain now, you’ll want to check out 10 of our favorites by clicking here. They’re all delicious and many have some longstanding history!
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