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
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

chuck-kinney
23.03.2025

Dining room was closed, so we ate outside at the picnic tables. Food was great and the portions are huge! You actually get what you pay for here! Fried Tenderloin sammich is HIGHLY recommended! Grandson had a chicken wrap and it must have been 2 pounds! Very friendly staff and your order it up quick! Will definitely stop on our next trip Service: Dine in Meal type: Lunch Price per person: $10–20 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 4 Recommended dishes: Texas T Tenderloin Sandwich

aaron-gould-fox7067
23.03.2025

Service: Takeaway Meal type: Lunch Price per person: $10–20 Food: 2 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 4

michael-fargo-vine1
23.03.2025

Great menu selection! They had flavors I've never heard of before. I tried a cranberry orange shake... Honestly I think it was the best shake I've ever had!! Banana Splits, Sundaes, Cones, Shakes, Frozen Bars, they have it all! I'll definitely be going back there soon! Update; 2 months later I returned and got that cranberry shake again along with a Footlong Coney with onions! Good thing I don't live across the street from this place, 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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