Main Eatery - McArthur

American, Coffee, Sandwiches

Main Eatery

Main Eatery
3.8 / 5 (223 reviews)

Description

Nestled on Main Street near Lake Hope, this casual, family-friendly stop is loved for inventive milkshakes, ice cream treats and generous fried sandwiches. The broad menu delivers big portions and quick, friendly counter service with outdoor picnic and covered-patio seating. Many guests praise standout items like fried tenderloin, Reubens and specialty shakes, while others note occasional inconsistency in preparation and pricing. Best for visitors and locals seeking hearty, nostalgic comfort food rather than fine dining.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: James

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★ 3.8 / 5 from 223 reviews
diana
23.11.2023

The food was excellent, and the service was top-notch. Overall, I would rate the food, service, and atmosphere all as 5 out of 5.

crystal-snyder-schoo
23.11.2023

Food was horrible and overpriced! The footlongs were soggy and stuck to the bag. The footlong itself had a green color to it. The deep fried veggies were nasty, the pieces were too big the veggies were not done and the batter was flavorless.The Texas T was not crispy. The only thing we got that was good was the milkshakes. Meal type: Dinner Price per person: $20–30 Food: 1 Service: 1 Atmosphere: 1

mikayla-kincaid-1
23.11.2023

It was really good! Love their food, definitely a place to stop at often! Service: Take out Meal type: Lunch Food: 5 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 3

james-fletcher-7
23.03.2025

This was one of the BEST little places I have ever been! Garbage Fries caught my eye as we passed it. We stopped back and got Shrimp and Clams dinner and Philly Steak BOTH off the chain ! The MUSHROOMS... Now listen to me... Anywhere else, you might get 6-7 mushrooms for $5-$6, little Nuke Bombs, guaranteed to take the skin off the roof of your mouth. HERE... for the $12 Large, and I DO MEAN LARGE, it seems they quarter the whole mushroom, hand batter them, and throw the crispies in like LJS fish) THESE are an ABSOLUTE MUST ! ABSOLUTELY STOP HERE !!! You will NOT be disappointed ! Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

alisha-yeauger
23.03.2025

The BEST food! We have went by plenty of times and never stopped and I'm so so glad we did this time. BEST Reuben I have ever had and the pig nachos were absolutely delicious Service: Takeaway Meal type: Dinner Price per person: $10–20 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

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The restaurant offers complimentary WiFi for its customers.

The diner and its rooms are wheelchair accessible and thus usable with a wheelchair or physical disabilities.

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