Third Alarm Diner

Sanford, ME · Diner

Rating
4.6/5
★★★★★ 4.6
Reviews
20
Rank in Sanford
#11
of 45 restaurants
City Percentile
68%
rating percentile
Address
Third Alarm Diner, 47 Washington St, Sanford, ME 04073
Phone
(207) 490-0557
Website
thirdalarmdiner.com
Status
Closed · Opens 5:30 AM Sat

Third Alarm Diner is a restaurant located in Sanford, ME. It is one of 45 restaurants listed in Sanford. Its 4.6-star rating is above the Sanford city average of 4.3 stars. It ranks #11 of 45 restaurants in Sanford. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

Hours

Friday5 AM–9 PM
Saturday5 AM–9 PM
Sunday5 AM–1 PM
Monday5 AM–9 PM
Tuesday5 AM–9 PM
Wednesday5 AM–9 PM
Thursday5 AM–9 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 Shade Tree Drinkin’ · Dec 2025

The place is so small, clean, and cozy. It was absolutely packed and I was informed there was an estimated wait around 20 minutes. Luckily I decided to wait. The waitresses had their hands full but didn’t struggle at all to keep up. The wait didn’t seem to be quite as long as expected. I was served my coffee as soon as I ordered it. I waited about 10 minutes for my food. I had the 2x4 which is 2 pieces of French Toast, 2 pieces of bacon, 2 pieces of sausage, and two eggs. The food was absolutely delicious! I highly recommend this little diner!

★★★★☆ 4.0 Tristian St. Pierre · Nov 2025

They have excellent burgers and their open faced hot turkey sandwich meal was just what I was looking for: plenty of well made gravy, delicous sides and the meat itself was so tender and flavorful. I just wish they delivered or allowed a delivery service to.

★★★★★ 5.0 Mark Siladi · May 2025

Dropped in again today and had freshly made Pork Pie, Beans & Eggs for the special. Fantastic. And I dont think i mentioned in my original review, that the value for money here is excellent, prices are so reasonable for proper portions. Hard to beat. Staff again friendly and smiling. In a post-industrial neighborhood of Sanford, this place has all the hallmarks of a good diner, quirky name, people waiting for a table, a narrow space to squeeze into..I had only about a 2 minute wait and everyone after me had slightly more but it is Saturday morning....so firstly the service team was friendly, efficient and had a sense of humour. No waiting and my order was in. I had the Italian Omelette which has hot sausage, green peppers, onion and provolone. It was prepared properly (not some

★★★★★ 5.0 Liz B · Dec 2025

I have a rule that when I travel I always try to eat local. No big chains. And boy was I glad I found this gem. I knew it was going to be good when I walked in and saw a bunch of what appeared to be regulars. I was right. The menu is wonderful. I got the Chicken Ceasar Wrap with Onion Rings. It was everything I could want in a wrap and the rings were delicious. My friend got the breakfast burger and lord was I jealous. He said it was perfect. Service was wonderful. Very friendly and felt like I'd known these people forever. Next time I'm in the area I'm definitely coming back to try that burger!!

★★★★★ 5.0 Jane McCabe · Jan 2026

I absolutely love their food. We get dinner and take out frequently and it is always perfect. The BLT burger is one of my faves. There's plenty of veggies that are fresh and lots of bacon. Nothing is more annoying than getting a burger with unripe tomato, gross lettuce or just one piece of bacon. I never get any of that from third alarm. Their chicken is great, all the sandwiches we have tried have been delicious, in fact I cant think of anything I had there that wasnt amazing. Its easy to pass by this place and not notice it but I urge you to give them a try if in the area! You will not be disappointed!

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Outdoor Seating ✓ Takeout ✓ Dine In ✓ Delivery ✓ Fast Service ✓ Great Cocktails ✓ Great Coffee ✓ Great Dessert ✓ Serves Local Specialty ✓ Breakfast ✓ Lunch ✓ Dinner ✓ Solo Dining ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Restroom

Services

DinerCafeCatering food and drink supplier

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