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Main Street Diner

4.5 (680 reviews)
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Onion rings

Mentioned multiple times as a standout item; reviewers said they were cooked to perfection, very good, and especially praised for their texture and flavor.

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Fries

Frequently recommended alongside other dishes because they were cooked to perfection, made to order, and served hot and fresh.

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Breakfast platter

Recommended for a satisfying breakfast experience, with reviewers praising the overall meal quality, correct orders, and good value.

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Omelet

A recurring favorite in several reviews, described as delicious, customizable, and fresh, with positive mentions of both build-your-own and specialty versions.

5

Burger

Recommended by multiple diners for being very good and flavorful, including the spicy BBQ burger and the burger served between two grilled cheese sandwiches.

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Chicken tenders

Strongly recommended because they were described as some of the best hand-breaded tenders the reviewer had ever had, with lots of flavor even without dipping sauce.

Location details

227A W Main St, Frankfort, Kentucky, 40601, US

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Hours

Monday 8 AM to 3 PM
Tuesday 8 AM to 9 PM
Wednesday 8 AM to 9 PM
Thursday 8 AM to 9 PM
Friday 8 AM to 9 PM
Saturday 8 AM to 9 PM
Sunday 8 AM to 9 PM

About Main Street Diner

Main Street Diner is a restaurant in Frankfort, Kentucky, with a casual, cozy, historic, and quiet old-fashioned diner feel. Reviewers consistently praise the omelettes, hash browns, onion rings, and fried green tomato BLT, along with hot, fresh food and friendly service. It is popular for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and solo dining, and it serves coffee, comfort food, and local specialty items. The price range is $10 to $20, and it is noted as a downtown Frankfort spot with free street parking that can be somewhat difficult to find.

Amenities & services

Service options

  • Delivery
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Great coffee
  • Serves local specialty

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Healthy options
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Counter service
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Historic
  • Quiet

Crowd

  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • Tourists

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free street parking
  • Usually somewhat difficult to find a space

Frequently asked questions

What is Main Street Diner known for?

It is especially known for omelettes, including build-your-own versions and the western omelet, plus hash browns, onion rings, and the fried green tomato BLT. Reviews also mention a grilled cheese burger, hand-breaded chicken tenders, and salmon patties as standout diner-style dishes.

What dishes are most recommended at Main Street Diner?

The most recommended items are omelettes, hash browns with onion and cheese, onion rings, and the fried green tomato BLT. Reviewers also repeatedly praise the steak and eggs, breakfast platters, chicken tenders, and the burger served between two grilled cheese sandwiches.

What is the atmosphere like at Main Street Diner?

It has a casual, cozy, historic, and quiet old-school diner atmosphere that feels quaint and nostalgic. Reviewers describe it as a good fit for families, groups, solo meals, and even date night, with seating that can feel busy but not crowded.

Is Main Street Diner good value?

Yes, the diner is in the $10 to $20 range and reviewers call the prices reasonable and affordable. Several mention that the food was a great value, with hot, fresh meals and generous portions like breakfast platters, chicken dinners, fries, and sides.

What should I know before visiting Main Street Diner?

It is downtown in Frankfort and has free street parking, but reviewers note that a space can be somewhat difficult to find. Service is often described as quick and efficient, and food usually comes out hot, though one review mentioned a brief wait before ordering during a busier time.

Is parking available at Main Street Diner?

Yes. Free street parking, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.

Is Main Street Diner kid-friendly?

Yes, Main Street Diner is good for kids.

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