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Thai restaurant
Bangor
Thai, Japanese & Vietnamese in a low-key Bangor spot. Duck pho and crispy pad Thai draw crowds.
Restaurant
Wells
Walk-in seafood spot in Wells with crispy fried clams, pan-seared cod, and cocktails that know what they're doing.
Freeport
Sunrise Cafe serves classic Maine breakfast in Freeport with fresh ingredients and quick service.
Boothbay Harbor
Barnhouse Grill & Pub in Wiscasset serves huge portions and pulled pork that lands for some, misses for others.
Italian restaurant
Ogunquit
Casual Italian cafe in Ogunquit with 11-inch pizzas, gelato, and ocean-view deck seating.
Ogunquit seafood spot with a lively patio, killer haddock sandwiches, and cocktails that shine.
Mediterranean restaurant
Greek and Mediterranean cooking in Ogunquit, with craft cocktails and a guitarist some nights.
Seafood Restaurant
Fresh-cut fries and a standout lobster roll in Ogunquit, with serious gluten-free credentials.
Asian restaurant
Augusta
Asian noodle spot in Augusta where robots deliver your miso ramen and boba tea to the table.
Italian Restaurant
Camden
Italian cooking in Camden with a lively bar; lobster cakes and puttanesca draw repeat visitors.
Seafood restaurant
Seafood in Boothbay Harbor with lighthouse views, homemade pies, and a Maine gift shop.
American restaurant
Kennebunk
Upscale American and European dishes with inventive cocktails in relaxed Kennebunk spot.
Old Orchard Beach
Traditional Thai curries and seafood in Old Orchard Beach, with a patio and serious vegetarian options.
Oyster Bar Restaurant
Bar Harbor
Raw bar and seafood grill in downtown Bar Harbor with standout fried snapper and octopus carpaccio.
York
Waterfront seafood spot in York with lobster rolls, river views, and a loyal dog named Brownie.
Classic seafood spot on York Harbor with water views, screened porch, and attentive service.
Rockland
Pier-side seafood spot in Rockland with fresh lobster rolls, bisque, and harbor views.
Cape Elizabeth
Upscale seafood on Peaks Island with pistachio halibut, scallop scampi, and housemade carrot cake.
Augusta barbecue spot with house-smoked meats, live music on Wednesdays, and cornhole in the yard.
Wells seafood pub with fried fish specials, wings, and chowder. Casual sports bar vibe.
Creative global menu in downtown Waterville. Pork belly tacos and gnocchi standouts.
Freeport brewpub with house beers, smashburgers, and wings. Order via QR code at your table.
Boothbay Harbor's year-round American spot with standout seafood and a fireplace that feels like home.
Bakery
Kennebunkport
Kennebunkport bakery and gourmet deli with fresh sandwiches, scones, and house-made pies.
