104 Main Public House in Topsham, Maine

104 Main Public House is a neighborhood spot on Brunswick's main drag that does burgers, pizza, and roasted chicken without pretension. The owner Matt and his front-of-house crew keep things running tight. You'll see locals at the bar, families in the booths, singles grabbing a seat at the counter. It's the kind of place that doesn't cut corners.

• Thin-crust pizza and burgers executed better than they need to be.
• Onion rings with blueberry sriracha sauce that regulars rave about.
• Service that's trained and actually attentive.
• Owner knows what he's doing and it shows in the details.

Start with the pizza, which shows up consistently. The burgers are thin and crispy, cooked to order. Get a side of fries with mayo and ketchup, kept hot. The roasted Statler chicken comes over creamed mashed potatoes with corn, bacon, fresh peas. The onion rings with blueberry sriracha are worth ordering on their own. Try a signature cocktail from the bar.

Casual public house feel, clean and straightforward. Not loud or fussy, just a solid neighborhood room.

A former restaurant industry worker called it spotless and high-end without the high-end price tag. Locals praise the pizza and burgers, and one guest appreciated that the fries stay hot and the side sauces are balanced. Service gets consistent praise for speed and friendliness.