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Off Market
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2265 Post Rd
Wells, ME 04090


OVERVIEW

Premier Location: Exceptional visibility and frontage on U.S. Route 1 in Wells, a high-traffic coastal corridor with year-round demand and peak seasonal volumes —situated just before the Route 9 turnoff to Kennebunkport. Turnkey Enterprise: Established reputation, diversified income channels, and prime real estate combine to offer a rare opportunity to acquire a Maine landmark with durable appeal. Iconic Brand Recognition: Nationally acclaimed and featured on NBC’s Today Show, Phantom Gourmet, and Food Network’s Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives — reinforcing multi-generational customer loyalty. Diversified Revenue Streams: Restaurant, on-site retail gift shop, and nationwide shipping program broaden earnings beyond dine-in traffic. Strong Operating History: Decades of proven financial performance with consistent cash flow and high daily guest counts in season. Proprietary Products & Retail Expansion: “Maine Diner” branded goods and house-made products create scalable retail and online growth opportunities. Sustainable Model: Seasonal produce sourced from the on-site garden underscores “freshness in minutes rather than days,” reinforcing authenticity while operations are supported by experienced staff and established systems. Multiple Revenue Channels: Beyond core restaurant sales, the integrated Gift Shop and nationwide shipping program diversify income and extend the brand’s reach beyond in-person dining. Scalable Retail & E-Commerce: House-branded products and Maine-made retail goods present opportunities for margin expansion and brand extension across retail and online platforms. Institutional Status in Market: The Maine Diner is not just a restaurant but a destination, benefitting from word-of-mouth, repeat visitation, and positioning as a “must-visit” stop along Maine’s southern coast. Operational Resilience: Proven management systems, long-tenured staff, and a business model that has weathered economic cycles provide stability and predictability for investors.

FOR SALE DETAILS

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BUILDING DETAILS

PROPERTY TYPE

Retail

PROPERTY SUBTYPE

Restaurant

ADD'L SUBTYPES

Storefront

TOTAL BUILDING SIZE

4790

STORIES

1

YEAR BUILT

1956

SPRINKLERS

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PARKING SPACES

40

LAND DETAILS

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APN/PARCEL ID

WLLS-000147-000000-000011