Restaurants in Camden, Maine

27 places in our Camden dining inventory. More about Camden · Hotels in Camden

Choose the street and occasion together. Main Street offers Buttermilk Kitchen at Marriner’s; Elm Street adds Cafe Louis, while Washington Street puts 40 Paper into a separate dinner plan. Wayfarer Drive contains Barren’s Distillery + Restaurant. A meal attached to a town stroll and a deliberate restaurant outing need different shortlists. Keep seasonal service and each restaurant’s format attached to the individual choice, instead of assuming every Camden dining room follows one pattern.

Choosing a restaurant in Camden

Camden, Maine, has 15 restaurant listings, 2 seafood restaurant listings, 2 american restaurant listings, 1 bar listing, 1 thai restaurant listing, 1 chinese restaurant listing, 1 italian restaurant listing, 1 market & caterer listing, 1 salad shop listing in this directory. Compare the cuisine labels, addresses and individual features before choosing where to eat.

Areas

  • Downtown: Built in the 1950s and still standing strong, this two-star property on Elm Street operates as a no-frills motel that happens to be exactly where you want to be when you're spending a night before hitting downtown Camden's shops and restaurants.

Compare restaurants in Camden

NameEditorial typeStreet or areaSourced price tierFrom the listing
The Waterfront RestaurantSeafood Restaurant48 Bay View StThe Waterfront Restaurant: Seafood restaurant in Camden Guest rating: 4.3 · 1585 reviews. The Waterfront Restaurant in Camden, Maine, sits right on the water in Camden and does the classics with care: clam chowder that regulars order twice, crab cakes seared brown, mussels in broth worth soaking up.
Camden DeliRestaurant37 Main StCamden Deli: Deli in Camden Guest rating: 4.4 · 886 reviews. Camden Deli in Camden, Maine, is a straightforward counter-service spot where locals and visitors grab sandwiches, soups, and salads before heading to the harbor or settling into one of the window seats.
Peter Ott's on the WaterRestaurant16 Bayview LandingUSD 2.00–38.00 for the three named menu itemsPeter Ott's sits on the working waterfront in Camden, Maine, where you can watch boats and tourist schooners from your table. They do steaks, pastas, and local seafood, with daily specials that rotate through the season.
Cuzzy's RestaurantBar21 Bay View StCuzzy's Restaurant: Bar in Camden Guest rating: 4.1 · 758 reviews. Cuzzy's is a Camden, Maine fixture that does casual American food and beer with equal conviction.
Long GrainThai Restaurant20 Washington StLong Grain: Thai restaurant in Camden Guest rating: 4.5 · 634 reviews. Long Grain in Camden, Maine, is a small, serious Thai restaurant tucked into Camden's downtown.
Camden IslandChinese Restaurant87 Elm St Suite 104ACamden Island: Chinese restaurant in Camden Guest rating: 4.2 · 576 reviews. Camden Island in Camden, Maine, is a Chinese American restaurant that does the fundamentals right.
Camden House of PizzaRestaurant12 Mechanic StUSD 11.35–19.10 for the three named menu itemsCamden House of Pizza in Camden, Maine, sits a short walk from the main drag, in a quiet corner where locals reliably show up. They make straightforward pizza, pasta, and Greek comfort food.
40 PaperItalian Restaurant40 Washington St Suite 102A40 Paper: Italian Restaurant in Camden Guest rating: 4.4 · 380 reviews. 40 Paper in Camden, Maine, does traditional Italian in a intimate, modern-edged room in downtown Camden. The bar hums with activity, and the kitchen leans on fresh ingredients and careful plating.
Hartstone InnRestaurant41 Elm StHartstone Inn: Bed & breakfast in Camden Guest rating: 4.6 · 370 reviews. Hartstone Inn in Camden, Maine, sits in the heart of Camden village, a few blocks from the water and the shops.
Megunticook Market and CateringMarket & Caterer2 Gould StreetMegunticook Market is a Camden, Maine fixture that does double duty: weekday stop for breakfast sandwiches and deli fare, weekend caterer for weddings and church events. They source locally and build custom menus, including gluten-free options.
Natalie's at Camden Harbour InnRestaurant83 Bay View StNatalie's occupies the red-and-white dining room of Camden, Maine Harbour Inn with the polish of a proper French kitchen. The crowd skews toward special occasions and people who take their wine seriously.
Fresh and CoAmerican Restaurant1 Bay Vw LndgFresh and Co: American restaurant in Camden Guest rating: 4.6 · 294 reviews. Fresh and Co in Camden, Maine, sits right on Camden's main drag, serving a rotating menu of world cuisine that bounces between Brazilian fish stews, African moussaka, and straightforward American proteins.
Buttermilk Kitchen at Marriner's-Camden MaineRestaurant35 Main StButtermilk Kitchen is a straightforward American breakfast and lunch spot in Camden, Maine that draws regulars and visitors alike. They're known for fried chicken, biscuits, and chowder that tastes homemade.
Salt WharfSeafood Restaurant3 Wayfarer DrSalt Wharf: Seafood restaurant in Camden Guest rating: 4.4 · 231 reviews. Salt Wharf in Camden, Maine, sits right on the wharf in Camden, serving seafood that reads as both classic and thoughtful.
Mosaic RestaurantRestaurant31 Elm StMosaic Restaurant: Restaurant in Camden Guest rating: 4.7 · 193 reviews. Mosaic is a small, owner-operated spot in downtown Camden, Maine where the husband works the bar and his wife cooks.
Scott's PlaceRestaurant85 Elm StScott's Place: Restaurant in Camden Guest rating: 4.7 · 172 reviews. Scott's Place in Camden, Maine, is a weathered order-at-the-window operation parked in the Renys shopping complex where locals and tourists line up for no-fuss comfort food.
Barren's Distillery + RestaurantRestaurant2 Wayfarer DrBarren's sits right on the water in Camden, Maine, pouring their own spirits alongside a food menu that ranges from small plates to sandwiches. The bar gets crowded with hikers, locals, and people who came for the view and stayed for a cocktail.
Mixed GreensSalad Shop15 Main StMixed Greens: Salad shop in Camden Guest rating: 4.8 · 96 reviews. Mixed Greens in Camden, Maine, is a bright, locally owned salad spot in Camden where three women have built something that feels genuinely caring.
Cafe Louis - Costa MediaRestaurant50 Elm StCafe Louis, also known as Costa Media, serves South American fusion cooking in a compact Camden, Maine space that fills up fast on weeknight. The menu swings between ceviches, grilled meats, and small plates that draw on coastal and land flavors.
Harbor DogsRestaurant1 Public LndgHarbor Dogs: Restaurant in Camden Guest rating: 4.4 · 69 reviews. Harbor Dogs in Camden, Maine, is a small waterfront shack in Camden that takes hot dogs seriously while also nailing fresh seafood.
Winona'sAmerican Restaurant31 Elm StWinona's: American restaurant in Camden Guest rating: 5.0 · 61 reviews. Winona's is a 20-seat operation in downtown Camden where chef Devin Dearden and owner Hannah Adams are cooking some of the most thoughtful food on the Maine coast.
Vintage RoomRestaurant16 Bay View StVintage Room: Restaurant in Camden Guest rating: 4.7 · 36 reviews. Vintage Room in Camden, Maine, is a small restaurant and rooftop bar in Camden that takes its cocktails and food seriously.
The Munching MeepleRestaurant43 Mechanic StUSD 6.00–12.00 for the three named menu itemsThe kitchen keeps things simple and fresh. They're not trying to be fancy, but they clearly care about execution.
Camden CharcuterieRestaurant1 Wayfarer DrCamden Charcuterie: Restaurant in Camden Guest rating: 5.0 · 9 reviews. Camden Charcuterie in Camden, Maine, keeps things simple: they source excellent cured meats and cheeses, arrange them on a board, and let you walk out happy.
The Restaurant & Bar at The NorumbegaRestaurant63 High StThe Restaurant & Bar at The Norumbega in Camden, Maine, occupies a Victorian mansion overlooking Camden Harbor. They're doing Peruvian-influenced cooking alongside inventive cocktails, with a kitchen that leans hard on local ingredients.

Common questions

What kinds of restaurants are listed in Camden?

Seafood Restaurant, Restaurant, Bar, Thai Restaurant, Chinese Restaurant, Italian Restaurant, Market & Caterer, American Restaurant, Salad Shop are represented. The comparison table identifies the type of each individual place.

Where are the listed places in Camden?

The Waterfront Restaurant is at 48 Bay View St; Camden Deli is at 37 Main St; Peter Ott's on the Water is at 16 Bayview Landing.

What distinguishes The Waterfront Restaurant?

The Waterfront Restaurant: Seafood restaurant in Camden Guest rating: 4.3 · 1585 reviews. The Waterfront Restaurant in Camden, Maine, sits right on the water in Camden and does the classics with care: clam chowder that regulars order twice, crab cakes seared brown, mussels in broth worth soaking up.

What can I expect at Peter Ott's on the Water?

Peter Ott's sits on the working waterfront in Camden, Maine, where you can watch boats and tourist schooners from your table. They do steaks, pastas, and local seafood, with daily specials that rotate through the season.