Reviews for A1 Diner in Gardiner, ME
I had a fantastic classic experience! My friend and I came for a 9:30 breakfast and it was already booming with friendly people.... I ordered the A1 Big Breakfast and, being truthfully honest, each bite was phenomenal. The eggs, bacon, sausage and pancake hadexceeded my expectations. The style of the floating restaurant brought us back to the 1900s with its decor and appliances. Wehad great service from the waitresses; they truly are hard, deserving workers. Hopefully this review is helpful to searchingeaters, because we'll be coming back again for more! Read more
On a road trip we sought out a great diner on the way home. Found A1 as a suggestion. Let's give it a try. Stopped there, saw... the authentic original look - inside and out. So unassuming... truly vintage. Original fixtures, like stepping back in time tothe 1940s. Once our rolls arrived - I knew exactly what was coming next. I haven't had this kind of food for nearly 30 years!These are close to what my Great Grandmother made!!! The experience took me back in the best way possible. Every bite was packedwith the kind of care + authenticity that I would have expected at a family meal at my Great Grandmother's place. Totally nextlevel of meal - and completely unexpected. Simplicity, with a very authentic American taste that is just rare today. No diner Ihave been to in decades compares to A1. I wish they were closer to home. I'd be a regular. So. I could write a couple pages onthe nuances of how their food was great. But, pictures. There's pictures. The pictures speak. This food is a trip back in time.Eat here. Enjoy. Sadly, I didn't get pics of the deserts. They were equally ethereal in quality. I wanted pictures of thedeserts - but, was entranced by the experience I was having. It was a step back to my childhood. Seriously, I haven't had thiskind of experience in having a meal literally ever. So glad I've stopped here. Brought back really great memories. Read more
Love this place! Got the Reuben, love that they use horseradish sauce on it instead of the usual thousand island. Bbq pork tacos... were next level good. The fries are excellent. If you want to try something different that no one else offers, try the Hungarianmushroom soup, OMG so good. Read more
I cannot but say that this is an A-1 kind of place! Our breakfast was excellent (especially the blueberry pancakes), the venue... is as you see it?Instagram worthy and Guy Fieri worthy in every respect. A classic! Read more
Loved this Diner? What a great place to eat and the food was excellent!!! Service was very down home and polite!!! We both had... the Fried Chicken dinner, mine with mashed potatoes and peas, hers was fries and coleslaw. BTW, the coleslaw was AWESOME!!!Can't wait to try their breakfast!!! Read more
Amazing diner car still in business! The diner car is around 80 years old. It is awesome to see and the food is great. The... service is good and friendly people. We just happen to be in town on vacation and came across this restaurant. It?s a must see! Read more
July 31, 2021 - Time travel is possible at Gardiner?s old fashion A-1 Diner on Bridge Street ! Quaint diner feel, with good... comfort food earns a 4.5 rating! Their menu offers up several pages of breakfast, lunch, and dinner items at reasonable prices. My wife?s roast beef wrap was stacked & packed! And good! I enjoyed a turkey sandwich with cranberry chutney, also good!Friends order up meatloaf sandwich, and chicken curry wrap . . . They both spoke highly of the quality! Save room for desserts .. . Taste as good as they look! Great service too, thanks Alex! Don?t miss the signed photo of Guy Fieri, who?s TV show stoppedfor a sneak peak on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives ! He?s a nut, and real Chef ! . . . Guy Fieri tid bits: 1. Actual name isGuy Ramsey Ferry 2. Guy sold car parts on TV , in 2001 3. Won cooking challenge on Food Network 4. Guy likes Sushi, dislikeseggs 5. Has Hospitality Management Degree 6. Inducted to BBQ Hall of Fame 7. Grew up as a Vegetarian 8. Studied culinaryskills in France 9. Has loads of tattoos ???? Diner . . . Fun Facts 1868 - 1st train diner car ( Delmonico) 1872 - WalterScott selling sandwiches & coffee from a horse drawn cart 1887 - Samuel Jones specialized in selling Train dining cars 1890 toToday - Casey?s Diner in Natick, Mass. oldest operating diner in U.S. Check out these iconic diners! ( photos) Read more
I ordered the red curry and my friend ordered the finish pie. We also split a maine roots ginger beer. They both were really... good and delicious I had an excellent time and the customer service was excellent. Read more