With a population of approximately 6,000 residents, Lee is a quintessential small town in the Berkshires. Its charming Center Street is home to several small, local businesses including Joe’s Diner. This small-town diner in Massachusetts is so old-fashioned it doesn’t even have a website or a Facebook page, for that matter. But with delicious food and its history, Joe’s Diner is a must-visit eatery in Lee.
Joe’s Diner first opened its door on Main Street in Lee, Massachusetts in 1955. It quickly became a go-to eatery for area locals.
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This old-fashioned eatery was used as the backdrop for Norman Rockwell’s famous painting, “The Runaway.” It was featured on the cover of the Saturday Evening Post in 1958 and a copy of it hangs inside Joe’s Diner.
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Step inside Joe’s and it’s like entering through the doors of a different era. Take a seat at one of the countertop stools or at a table and place your order.
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Known for its fast, friendly service and delicious comfort food, it’s hard not to have a good meal here.
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While the menu items are served in fairly large portions, the prices are quite reasonable. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served and there are quite a few daily specials to choose from as well.
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Among the many breakfast items are egg dishes, omelets, pancakes, and Belgian waffles.
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As for lunch and dinner, how about a sandwich, burger, hot dog, fish and chips, or any other number of items? And save room for dessert, especially a slice of pie!
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Have you ever stopped at this small-town diner in Massachusetts? If you have, what did you think? Please share your thoughts on Joe’s Diner in the comments. Keep in mind that this diner does not have a website and it’s cash only. If you want to call ahead, the number for Joe’s Diner is (413) 243-9756.
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Address: 85 Center St, Lee, MA 01238, USA
