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American Restaurant
Boothbay Harbor
Seafood-forward cooking in a historic Boothbay Harbor hotel with harbor views and a tight reservation book.
Restaurant
York
Lobster rolls done right in York Beach, with mayo-butter hybrids and gluten-free options.
French
Portland
Contemporary New England cuisine in a restored Victorian inn with a full bar and outdoor patio in downtown Bethel.
Contemporary American
Portland brewery with warehouse vibes, killer chicken sandwiches, and house-made seltzers.
Seafood restaurant
Augusta
Roadside seafood shack near I-95 slinging proper Maine lobster rolls and fried clams.
Bagel shop
Bangor
Bangor bagel shop with real onion chunks, blueberry cheesecake, and staff who'll hold your everything bagels.
American restaurant
Southern breakfast and brunch done right in Portland, from fried chicken biscuits to corned beef hash.
Cafe
Bar Harbor
Quirky Bar Harbor cafe serving crispy blueberry pancakes and globally inspired breakfasts since morning.
Hotel
Historic inn with ocean views, strong breakfast, and a restaurant that does crab cakes and mussels right.
Classic waterfront seafood spot in Boothbay Harbor with views of Casco Bay and a loyal following.
Fresh lobster rolls and fried oysters on a working wharf in Boothbay Harbor with harbor views.
Diner
Old Orchard Beach
Vintage railcar diner in Old Orchard Beach serving scratch-made breakfast and lunch classics.
Breakfast restaurant
Rockland
Rockland breakfast cafe serving stellar haddock sandwiches and house-baked pastries with local ingredients.
Vegan Restaurant
Portland's Evo serves creative Middle Eastern small plates with local ingredients and serious kitchen precision.
Hamburger restaurant
Butcher Burger Old Port serves thick, loaded burgers with house sauce and crispy fries in a tight bar setting.
Ellsworth
Modern bistro in Ellsworth with cocktails that punch above their weight and black cod that surprises.
Kennebunk
Kennebunk's wood-paneled tavern serving upscale New American fare, cocktails, and a killer haddock.
Burrito restaurant
Custom burritos and bowls in downtown Ellsworth, with fresh ingredients and generous portions.
Gastropub
Augusta gastropub where smash burgers and noodle bowls draw crowds, cocktails shine.
Sandwich shop
Brunswick
Bustling counter sandwich shop in Brunswick slinging hearty breakfast and lunch classics.
Augusta spot serving grilled cheese, steak tips, and fresh-fried calamari with real hospitality.
Japanese street food in Portland, from ramen to katsu sando. Food truck gone brick-and-mortar.
Pizza Restaurant
Flight-themed brewery in a repurposed Air Force base building, with wood-fired pizza and heated outdoor seating.
Cape Elizabeth
Oceanfront rooms, spa, and restaurant in Cape Elizabeth. Dog-friendly with beach access.
