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Palace Diner

18 Franklin St, Biddeford, Maine 04005 USA

386 Reviews
$$
Reasonable
Open Now
Fri 7a-3p
  • Independent
  • Credit Cards
    not Accepted
  • No Wifi
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“Maine's oldest diner!”

The Palace Diner was built in 1926 by the Polard brothers of Lowel, MA.  As it was being constructed, someone walked by and asked with a wry grin, “What are ya’ buildin’ there, a little palace?”  The name stuck.  Palace Diner was brought to Franklin St. in Biddeford and has been continuously operated there since 1927.  It was bought and first opened by Louis LaChance, and has been owned exclusively by families ever since.  After the LaChances it was owned by the Beaudoins,  the Berniers, the Quins and is now owned by the Capotostos.  Folks who have come back since visits “back in the day” have reveled in how clean it still is and how the food is, “just like it used to be”.

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Rachel G.

The Palace Diner is a must in Maine! A quant diner in a converted railroad car, there are only about 20 seats so come early or expect to wait. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu but... Read more

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Brian L.

Five stars because it's one of those bucket list items that all the bloggers and travel shows love to talk about... I brought my friend here on a post-snow day, and perhaps that worked in our... Read more

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Jess K.

This place was awesome - Friendly service, great food, and such a cute vibe! We went on a Thursday just after lunch time, which was perfect - no line. With only maybe 15 counter top stools, this... Read more

Palace Diner

18 Franklin St
Biddeford, Maine
04005 USA
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Hours

Open now until 3:00 pm
  • Sun, Mon, Thu - Sat: 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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