Other Side Diner
BREAKFAST & LUNCH
Classic Diner fare with some of our Greek specials.
05/31/2026
05/29/2026
After 7 incredible years, we’ve made the bittersweet decision to step away from restaurant ownership. This Sunday, May 31, will be our last official day, and as of June 1, the restaurant will officially transition to new ownership.
The Diner has been such a huge part of our lives, and we are beyond grateful for every guest who walked through our doors, every staff member who worked alongside us, and every friendship and memory made over the years. Your support, loyalty, and kindness helped shape this restaurant into something truly special.
We are especially excited that the diner will be staying in such caring hands, with one of our longtime line cooks and her partner taking over ownership. We couldn’t think of a better next chapter for this place.
While this decision wasn’t easy, we’re looking forward to slowing down a little and spending more time with our children and family in this next season of life.
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for being part of this journey with us. We will always cherish these years and the amazing community that made it all possible.
Cheers,
Pete & Jess
04/25/2026
You don’t want to miss this steak gyro on the specials board right now!
The perfect weekend lunch treat!
Open 8-3 both Saturday and Sunday
03/30/2026
Starting to feel like spring and so does our new Benedict.
With arugula & radish salad, roasted asparagus, spiced pine nuts on a house made garlic cheddar biscuit.
03/11/2026
We are looking for a part-time server.
In search of someone to join our small diner team. A few perks to working at the diner is that we offer set schedules, day time hours, and we are a small team who cares about each other. We also have pretty awesome regulars!!
Candidate must have Saturday & Sunday availability. Stop by or email a resume.
02/23/2026
Closing today due to the blizzard. We hope you stay warm and safe at home.
We will be back open tomorrow for all of you post shoveling brunch needs & cravings ☕️🥞
01/26/2026
OPENING AT 9:30 TODAY!
Gotta bit of snow out there. We are taking an extra minute to shovel out. Coffee will be hot and ready for you when you get done shoveling as well. See you in a few hours!
01/25/2026
Happy CHILLY Sunday!
Meatball Parm special today.
Come and get some brunch before the big storm.
AND speaking of the big storm… Stay tuned for updates on our hours tomorrow. We are going to have a delayed opening. Waiting to see what Mother Nature brings before we make the call.
01/01/2026
Happy New Year!
We are open for brunch until 2 today.
Coffee is hot and we are ready to start 2026 with you!
12/24/2025
Taking a few days off to spend time with family over the holidays, but until then we will leave you dreaming about this French Toast.
Closed 12/24 & 12/25
We hope you all have a wonderful holiday and we will see you back on the 26th!
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500 Washington Avenue
Portland, ME
04103
Opening Hours
| Monday | 8am - 2pm |
| Tuesday | 8am - 2pm |
| Wednesday | 8am - 2pm |
| Thursday | 8am - 2pm |
| Friday | 8am - 2pm |
| Saturday | 8am - 2pm |
| Sunday | 8am - 2pm |