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Seafood restaurant
Ogunquit
Casual lobster shack at Perkins Cove serving fresh rolls, steamers, and chowder the no-frills way.
Restaurant
Boothbay Harbor
Waterfront seafood and sushi spot in Boothbay Harbor with a serious happy hour scene.
Diner
Augusta
Classic 1940s diner car in Gardiner serving American comfort food with creative twists.
Chinese restaurant
York
York's go-to for Chinese standards and sushi, with huge portions and a full bar.
Acadia National Park
Waterfront lobster spot in Acadia with crispy fish and chips, crab rolls, and outdoor sunset views.
Cafe
Ogunquit cafe with locally sourced breakfast, house-made pastries, and a loyal breakfast crowd.
Fast food restaurant
Old Orchard Beach
Old-school burgers and lobster rolls since 1953. Fast, fresh, and dirt cheap.
Italian restaurant
Rockland
Ambitious Italian cooking in intimate rooms; duck and fish dishes shine, though consistency wavers.
Thai restaurant
Portland
Thai street food and late-night cocktails in Portland. Order the shrimp skewers and Pad Thai.
American restaurant
Lebanon
Hearty pub grub and draft beers in a neighborhood spot where locals keep coming back.
Ellsworth
Classic cash-only diner in Ellsworth with killer pancakes, omelets, and homemade bread.
Market
Wells
Fresh lobster and rolls at Wells Beach, cracked and split for easy eating, plus homemade chips.
Cocktail bar
Scandinavian small plates and craft cocktails in a minimalist Portland bar with serious bartender chops.
Breakfast restaurant
Ellsworth breakfast spot with hearty omelets, French toast, and home fries. Come hungry, come early.
Brunswick
Seafood spot in Brunswick where lobster ramen and fried platters draw regulars and newcomers alike.
Barbecue restaurant
Bar Harbor
Excellent BBQ at Atlantic Brewing Company in Bar Harbor, with ribs, brisket, and pulled pork that break the lobster monotony.
Upscale American cooking in Ogunquit with a lively bar and seafood-forward menu that keeps locals coming back.
Spanish restaurant
Spanish-French brasserie in Portland with seasonal game, craft cocktails, and staff that actually cares.
Country store cafe in Ellsworth with a sprawling menu, fresh juices, and crispy fries that keep people coming back.
Taco restaurant
Mexican-inspired breakfast and tacos in Portland. Mexican cold brew and churro french toast are legendary.
Freeport
Freeport breakfast and lunch spot slinging massive portions and clam chowder that keeps people coming back.
Fine Dining Restaurant
Kennebunkport
Locavore New American in a resort setting, prix fixe menu handled with real finesse.
Ogunquit breakfast spot serving 40+ omelette varieties, from classic to creative, in a colorful, welcoming space.
Old Orchard Beach diner slinging lobster rolls and breakfast that keeps people coming back.
