Restaurants in Rockland, Maine

33 places in our Rockland dining inventory. More about Rockland

Main Street is the starting point for a town-centered meal, including Ada’s Kitchen. Oak Street offers 13 Oak, while Ocean Street gives Archer’s on the Pier a different setting. Harbor Park adds another food stop at Amato’s. Choose whether dinner belongs within a town-and-art day or becomes an outing of its own. Keeping these addresses and occasions distinct is more useful than treating every Rockland meal as the same waterfront experience.

For more trip planning, see Best Restaurants in Rockland, Maine: Choose the Meal.

Choosing a restaurant in Rockland

Rockland, Maine, has 3 seafood restaurant listings, 3 italian restaurant listings, 3 restaurant listings, 2 american restaurant listings, 2 sandwich shop listings, 1 cafe listing, 1 bar & grill listing, 1 tex-mex restaurant listing, 1 tavern listing, 1 chinese restaurant listing, 1 seafood takeout listing, 1 thai restaurant listing, 1 brewpub listing, 1 oyster bar listing, 1 seafood supplier listing, 1 sushi restaurant listing, 1 wine bar & restaurant listing, 1 market & cafe listing, 1 bakery listing, 1 burger restaurant listing, 1 thai restaurant & pizzeria listing, 1 food truck listing in this directory. Compare the cuisine labels, addresses and individual features before choosing where to eat.

Areas

  • Downtown: Downtown Rockland doesn't have many places to stay that feel like they belong to the town itself rather than beside it.

Compare restaurants in Rockland

NameEditorial typeStreet or areaFrom the listing
Archer’s on the PierSeafood Restaurant58 Ocean StArcher’s on the Pier is a waterfront seafood restaurant on Ocean Street in Rockland, Maine. Lobster rolls, clam chowder, crab cakes and oysters come with harbor views from the dining room and deck.
Home Kitchen CafeCafe650 Main StHome Kitchen Café is a breakfast-and-lunch restaurant on Main Street in Rockland, Maine. Haddock sandwiches, huevos rancheros, pastrami Reubens and tofu banh mi share a menu built around house-made bread and pastry.
Primo RestaurantItalian Restaurant2 Main StPrimo Restaurant is an Italian restaurant on Main Street in Rockland, Maine, with cooking tied to its farm and the seasons. Duck confit, winter squash and branzino show the kitchen’s range, served in intimate rooms suited to a long dinner.
Rockland CaféSeafood Restaurant441 Main StRockland Café: Seafood restaurant in Rockland Guest rating: 4.4 · 981 reviews. Rockland Café in Rockland, Maine, is the kind of place where regulars get greeted by name and the kitchen turns out seafood that makes people take detours to get here.
Trackside StationBar & Grill4 Union StTrackside Station is a bar and grill in a historic train depot on Union Street in Rockland, Maine. Jalapeño popper smash burgers, pulled pork and fish tacos lead the casual American menu, with blueberry brûlée cheesecake for dessert.
Park Street GrilleTex-Mex Restaurant1 Park DrThe covered patio adds harbor views to a casual meal, while the indoor room draws groups for food, drinks and televised sports. Lobster rolls connect the menu to the waterfront setting.
Waterworks RestaurantTavern7 Lindsey StWaterworks Restaurant is a tavern on Lindsey Street in Rockland, Maine, with wood beams, brick walls and booths for a casual meal. Scallop linguini in bacon-mushroom cream, fried haddock, chicken Parmesan and bourbon burgers show the menu’s range.
Ada's KitchenItalian Restaurant449 Main StAda's Kitchen is an Italian bistro on Main Street in Rockland, Maine. House-made pasta, brick-oven pizza and craft cocktails anchor an upbeat dining room where locals and visitors share the tables and bar.
Hong Kong Island Chinese RestaurantChinese Restaurant145 Camden StHong Kong Island is a Chinese restaurant on Camden Street in Rockland, Maine, with an American-Chinese menu and a strong takeout trade. Orange chicken, crab Rangoon and fried rice sit alongside pad Thai.
Hazel's Take-outSeafood Takeout557 Old County RdThe menu leans hard into fried seafood and lobster sandwiches. The lobster melt on marbled rye is a standout, loaded without drowning in mayo.
Rustica Cucina ItalianaItalian Restaurant315 Main StRustica Cucina Italiana is an Italian restaurant on Main Street in Rockland, Maine. House-made pasta, bread and chicken Parmesan anchor the menu, with warm chocolate cake and ice cream for dessert.
Roselyn Thai Fine CuisineThai Restaurant80 Camden StRoselyn Thai Fine Cuisine is a Thai restaurant on Camden Street in Rockland, Maine. Red curry, Bangkok chicken and hot, fresh gyoza draw regulars into a small dining room.
Rock Harbor Pub and BreweryBrewpub416 Main StRock Harbor Pub & Brewery is a brewpub on Main Street in Rockland, Maine. House ales, including Spruce Head Stout, accompany burgers and American comfort food in a casual mill-style room.
Dry DockSeafood Restaurant1 Commercial StDry Dock: Seafood restaurant in Rockland Guest rating: 4.4 · 326 reviews. Dry Dock sits at the end of a Rockland Harbor pier, the kind of place where you watch boats and seagulls while eating.
North Beacon OysterOyster Bar421 Main StNorth Beacon Oyster is a small oyster bar on Main Street in Rockland, Maine. Maine oysters and mignonettes lead the menu, followed by fish and chips, Brussels sprouts and steak frites.
Maine Lobster Club brand / Alaskan Captain brandSeafood Supplier230 Park StMaine Lobster Club is a Rockland wholesaler and casual spot run by Wayne, who's become something of a local fixture for anyone serious about lobster rolls. The menu centers on the roll itself (mayo or butter), with sides like shrimp mac and cheese and shrimp scampi that ship nationwide.
Suzuki's Sushi BarSushi Restaurant419 Main StSuzuki's Sushi Bar is a Japanese restaurant on Main Street in Rockland, Maine, where diners watch the chefs work at the counter. Nigiri, omakase and à la carte dishes combine imported fish with Maine lobster and crab.
In Good CompanyWine Bar & Restaurant415 Main StIn Good Company is a wine-focused restaurant on Main Street in Rockland, Maine. Locally sourced proteins, a changing American menu and a serious wine list suit a meal built around food pairings.
Sammy's DeluxeAmerican Restaurant488 Main StSammy's Deluxe is a seasonal American restaurant on Main Street in Rockland, Maine. Cod in a rich broth, brown bread and carefully cooked vegetables show the kitchen’s focus on changing local ingredients.
Clan MacLarenSandwich Shop397 Main StClan MacLaren: Sandwich shop in Rockland Guest rating: 4.7 · 200 reviews. Clan MacLaren in Rockland, Maine, is a small sandwich shop in Rockland where locals line up for lunch.
Main Street MarketsMarket & Cafe435 Main StMain Street Markets is a café and food market on Main Street in Rockland, Maine. Breakfast burritos, sandwiches, soups and smoothies serve both a quick stop and a meal at the cafe counter.
High TideAmerican Restaurant275 Main StHigh Tide: American restaurant in Rockland Guest rating: 4.4 · 191 reviews. High Tide in Rockland, Maine, is an American restaurant in Rockland that draws locals and travelers alike, especially those grateful to find the kitchen still running past 8pm.
Atlantic Baking Co.Bakery351 Main StreetAtlantic Baking Co. is a bakery on Main Street in Rockland, Maine, with French-style pastries, breads and savory breakfast choices. Maple-bacon croissants, éclairs, quiche and breakfast sandwiches give the counter variety, while custom cakes serve larger occasions.
Amato'sSandwich ShopOne Park DriveItalian sandwiches, meatball subs and chicken Parmesan draw a quick-moving line, with oil, vinegar, peppers, onions and pickles giving the sandwiches their familiar flavor. Outdoor eating puts the harbor beside a simple lunch.
THE SPOT RocklandBurger Restaurant131 N Main StThe Spot is a burger restaurant on North Main Street in Rockland, Maine. Double smash burgers with thin, crisp patties, a substantial veggie burger and curry ketchup lead the menu.
Tuck & Roll Food TruckRestaurantTuck & Roll is a family-operated food truck parked in Rockland, Maine that pulls off breakfast and lunch without pretense. They sling steak and cheese burritos, loaded breakfast sandwiches, and fries that stick with you.
Spice PizzeriaThai Restaurant & Pizzeria59 Camden StSpice Pizzeria is a Thai restaurant and pizza shop on Camden Street in Rockland, Maine. Pad Thai and tom yum flavors move onto pizza crusts, while soups, noodles and curries keep the Thai menu substantial.
13 OakRestaurant13 Oak St13 Oak: Restaurant in Rockland Guest rating: 4.7 · 70 reviews. 13 Oak in Rockland, Maine, is a tight, carefully run restaurant in downtown Rockland serving French-inflected comfort food with Maine seafood at the center. The open kitchen and small dining room mean you're close to the action.
Mac AttackFood Truck1 Park DrLobster rolls, macaroni and cheese and made-to-order sandwiches make it a casual lunch stop, with picnic tables giving diners a place beside the harbor. The short, focused menu suits both a quick takeout order and a slower outdoor meal.
Mulligan's RGCRestaurant606 Old County RdMulligan's RGC: Restaurant in Rockland Guest rating: 4.9 · 16 reviews. Mulligan's sits right at the Rockland, Maine Golf Club, serving straightforward pub food that punches above its weight.

Common questions

What kinds of restaurants are listed in Rockland?

Seafood Restaurant, Cafe, Italian Restaurant, Bar & Grill, Tex-Mex Restaurant, Tavern, Chinese Restaurant, Seafood Takeout, Thai Restaurant, Brewpub, Oyster Bar, Seafood Supplier, Sushi Restaurant, Wine Bar & Restaurant, American Restaurant, Sandwich Shop, Market & Cafe, Bakery, Burger Restaurant, Restaurant, Thai Restaurant & Pizzeria, Food Truck are represented. The comparison table identifies the type of each individual place.

Where are the listed places in Rockland?

Archer’s on the Pier is at 58 Ocean St; Home Kitchen Cafe is at 650 Main St; Primo Restaurant is at 2 Main St.

What distinguishes Archer’s on the Pier?

Archer’s on the Pier is a waterfront seafood restaurant on Ocean Street in Rockland, Maine. Lobster rolls, clam chowder, crab cakes and oysters come with harbor views from the dining room and deck.

What can I expect at Primo Restaurant?

Primo Restaurant is an Italian restaurant on Main Street in Rockland, Maine, with cooking tied to its farm and the seasons. Duck confit, winter squash and branzino show the kitchen’s range, served in intimate rooms suited to a long dinner.