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    Driftwood

    3.9 (85 reviews)
    InexpensiveAmerican
    Closed 6:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Karla T.

    The Driftwood is truly a local hole in the wall. It's very small and you just kind of wait outside until you see people leave and then go in to sit at that table. Everyone seems to know the drill. This is about as local as you can get. The prices were so reasonable. You get eggs, toast, and choice of breakfast meat with unlimited coffee for about $7.00. Just dining in such a local place is part of the appeal! My husband had biscuits and gravy. I had pancakes with eggs. All of it was delicious!

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    Great breakfast with locals in a small and old building near the water. It has some of the best pancakes. Cash only!

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    10 months ago

    Great breakfast spot with quick, friendly service and tasty food options. Located in a fun part of old town Marblehead.

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    Must go. Get the fried dough and corned beef hash!!! Cash only. Local spot. Delicious breakfast

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    Excellent food. Fried dough was heaven! Will definitely go back when visiting Marblehead!

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    3 years ago

    Friendly service. Small local business. Good food. Biscuits and gravy was awesome. Definitely recommend if your in the area.

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    2 years ago

    Good service and a great breakfast. I would definitely come back again. Parking can be difficult sometimes.

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    Good food, great prices. Bummed they're cash only but will plan to make this a regular weekend spot.

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    Home style cooking and friendly service. This little diner is a must to experience in Marblehead.

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    Most of the time it slides off into the water but the little food you save from the murky depths of the Marblehead harbor, is not half bad.

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