Old Village Inn

Old Village Inn sits in the heart of Ogunquit with rooms upstairs and a working restaurant and bar below. Under new ownership for just over a year, they've brought in a fresh chef who's earned real praise for dishes like prime rib and scallop entrees. It's part inn, part local gathering spot, the kind of place where you can sleep and eat without leaving the building.

• Prime rib that rivals the best you've had
• Fresh scallops and salads with real flavor
• Pear and goat cheese salad stands out
• Reliable bar program, solid cocktails

Start with the pear and goat cheese salad if it's available, one recent visitor called it among the best they've had. The prime rib is the headliner. The scallop entree gets consistent praise for clean, flavorful execution. A bahama mama from the bar pairs well if you're staying overnight.

The pub and restaurant feel like a genuine local spot with steady foot traffic and a friendly hum. It's casual without being loud, the kind of place where the bartender remembers what you drink.

The restaurant and pub downstairs draw regulars and travelers alike. Jack tends bar with skill. The location on the main strip is excellent, with reserved parking if you can claim a spot in winter.

Guests consistently mention the newly renovated rooms and the turn the food has taken under the new chef. One recent visitor called the prime rib "the best I've ever had in my life." The innkeeper Lauren gets named for going above and beyond. The main complaint is the stair climb to rooms, which a few guests found tough.