Kelly's Diner
We believe that great food is rooted in passion and a unique story. We invite you to visit us, explore our menu, and become a part of our ongoing narrative that celebrates food, community, and unforgettable experiences.
KElly’s
diner
history
Kelly’s Diner is a 1953 Jerry O’Mahoney, 2-piece dining car. It measures 55 feet long and is one of the largest diners ever manufactured in the 1950s.
It spent the last 42 years in Route 13 in New Castle, Delaware and was bought by the Holmes family in 1996. It was transported to its Bali Square site on 2 specially equipped, low bed trailers, in 2 pieces and and reassembled with great deal of care, as you see it now. Completely renovated, we now the Somerville Community will enjoy this classic addition to the Bali Square area.
We hope the addition of our Seeburg juke box and assorted 50s decor will bring you back to the age of mousetrap shoes, pegged pants, record hops, and all that characterizes “the 50s” era. We hope you will enjoy the food and service at Kelly’s Diner.
Sincerely,
The Holmes Family
Larry, Kate, Kelly, and Jay
things to know about our diner
◘ Featured on food networks “Diner’s Drive-in and Dives” with Guy Fieri.
◘ Won Best of Boston “Best Diner” from Boston Magazine.
◘ Awarded “Best Corned Beef Hash” from the Improper Bostonian.
◘ Awarded “Best Breakfast in Somerville” from the Somerville Journal’s readers Choice Awards.
◘ Best breakfast and lunch from Somerville News.
◘ Featured in commercials with Bruins Zdeno Chara.
◘ Originally opened as “Earle’s Diner” in New Castle, Delaware.
◘ Featured on “Fox News” with VB and the Heavy Hitters.
◘ Rated “Gourmet Greatness” by the Phantom.
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