Review in the Nashua Telegraph

Some people think I'm old-fashioned, and they're probably right. I recently bought a condo in an old shoe factory (it's on the National Register of Historic Places), and I drive a bright yellow Volkswagen Beetle. I love old movies - especially those starring Audrey Hepburn - and classic Sinatra still makes me weak in the knees. More-->

Dream Diner tuna melt cited in Boston Globe

Boston Globe reviewer gives high marks to our tuna melt. Read all about it here.

Dream Diner in Diners of New England

Randy Garbin's new book takes a tour of New England's 400-plus diners and pays a visit at the Dream Diner.

Honorable mention for inclusion here must go to the Dream Diner in Tyngsboro. The building itself shares none of the heritage of its pre-fab counterparts, but the woman responsible for its success leaves little doubt where she got her chops. Marybeth Shanahan honed her skills working at her uncle and aunt's diner, the demanding Four Sisters. Hard working, attractive, and sharp as a knife, Marybeth has made the best of a bland structure, creating a restaurant that has all the best elements of a great diner, by applying her experience of working in one of the best diners in existence. In some ways, the Dream Diner is indistinguishable from the Four Sisters. They both serve big meals for little money - including the big slabs of ham. They both have sincere, attentive waitresses. And both diners offer at least a couple dozen styles of omelets, only the Dream omelets take their names from diner builders, past and present. In the words of fellow roadside mavens from the Niagara region, and authors of The Cheap Gourmet's Dining Guide to the Niagara Frontier, Doug & Polly Smith, the Dream Diner would qualify as a “NADBOB,” Not A Diner, but ought to be. No argument here, and if Marybeth ever does finally realize her dream, she will get that “real” diner eventually. It's only a matter of time.

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Phantom Gourmet names us "Hidden Jewel"

MaryBeth Shanahan is a constant blur of efficient activity. She knows just about every customer by name and can always serve up a side of sass when necessary. This is a typical day at the Dream Diner in Tyngsboro. Friendly faces filling up on delicious diner fare, surrounded by a 50's feel. And it's all brought together by a woman who is part Betty Boop, part Rosie the Riveter, and always putting her customers first.
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Tyngsboro to get its licks in honoring Lucille Ball

TYNGSBORO '-- Ricky Ricardo, Ethel and Fred may not be in the house, but at least 10 Lucy's are expected to turn out to the Dream Diner Monday to catch a glimpse of the Lucille Ball commemorative postage stamp. --> More

Living the dream

by Randy Garbin, Roadside Magazine, 2000

Marybeth Shanahan can wear you out just talking to her. Rarely does one find such a combination of talent, drive, and good looks in one package, particularly when any two of those attributes can bring you success in life. Marybeth applies all three to her diner, and in a couple of short years, she's already made quite a mark in the diner world.
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