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    Damariscotta River Grill

    4.0 (162 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood, Desserts, Salad
    Closed 3:00 pm - 7:30 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    DAMARISCOTTA RIVER GRILL ATMOSPHERE

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    Quiet
    Classy
    Casual
    Good for groups

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    Surf and Turf
    Jason R.

    Damariscotta River Grill had great food, and a great atmosphere. Our server was prompt to give us what we asked for and dinner itself came out super fast. These were the best scallops we had on our trip through Maine. We were pleasantly surprised by how delicious the risotto balls - served with the scallops- were. Don't get the tap water though...

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    John Q.

    Our latest visit to DRG was mostly good but ended on a bit of a sour note. Sat out back for first time. Cool and comfortable w view of the river. Our server Amanda was on her game from start to finish. I ordered the broiled scallops which is pictured and my wife got the seafood fettuccine. Amanda suggested 1/2 order when my wife wondered about portion size and she thanked Amanda for suggestion. My dinner was perfect with the amount of scallops that were cooked to perfection. My wife noted a lack of shrimp in her meal but enjoyed it and easily finished 1/2 portion. Shocked that price for 1/2 order $32 compared to full for $36. My wife would have definitely ordered full plate if she had this info. Amanda checked w owner and verified amount. Had we known the small difference we would have ordered full size and taken 1/2 home. To be fair we didn't ask price difference but perfect opportunity for owner to make adjustment. I'm sure Amanda will note price difference when future customers ask about portion size. Also a visit from the owner would have been nice. Maybe we are expecting too much after being avid fans of "The Bear". We are summer residents in the area.

    a plate of meat and greens
    Joe S.

    Consistently excellent food with beautiful and cozy ambiance. Both upstairs and downstairs dining areas as well as bar seating upstairs. Having a full dinner with drinks can get pricey. However they have plenty of less expensive appetizers and specials. Also gluten and dairy free options are appreciated. One of the best restaurants in the area for quality food.

    Thai coconut soup
    Lea L.

    Damariscotta is a great spot for big parties, they have the room to accommodate. The decor is pretty traditional New England coastal. Wine list is great and at a great price. Service was efficient and warm. We had the vegetarian french onion soup which we were SUPER excited about, and loved. The oysters were great. The Thai coconut soup was a bit disappointing, it was missing flavors and pretty blend.

    Cheers with champagne and a Baked Haddock over veggies alongside a Crock of French Onion
    Ashley I.

    I don't know how this review slipped my mind. We came here for a very special occasion in August for my wedding night dinner with my newly married husband. This experience was beyond incredible. Not just because of the occasion but because of the remarkable food and service. We made our reservation in advance and we're aware it was cutting close to their closing time but the staff was very accommodating and we never felt rushed. The restaurant has a very cozy feel and I'm sure a beautiful view in the three story building during daytime. Located directly on the Main Street in Damariscotta near the River. For food we couldn't have asked for a more amazing experience. They accommodated my husbands allergies and he was able to get a bowl of french onion soup on this chilly night. They topped it with gluten free bread just for him. He also had a perfectly baked fish rice and veggies. I splurged on our wedding night and got the Broiled Seafood Plate. Every bite was memorable!! It comes with a taste of everything seafood including haddock, scallops, wild caught petit shrimp, a lobster cake, rice pilaf and mixed veggies. When in Maine... right?! We both loved our food so much. For drinks we both ordered a cocktail and enjoyed them throughly. We were also gifted two glasses of champagne by two women to celebrate our marriage(our attire gave it away). As if the experience wasn't lovely enough the restaurant gave us a dessert to go. There was no room after all the amazing food. I enjoyed the blueberry cheesecake on our honeymoon. Overall excellent experience and I would highly suggest stopping here for a special occasion or any occasion at all because it's that good.

    final invoice with kitchen fee 3%

    They have a hidden 3 percent Kitchen fee. Not displayed on their web site nor on their menu. After one week vacation in Maine, this is the only place to have such a fee. Their prices are very high and they are pulliing in enough money to void out this hidden fee. Be aware

    Haddock
    Jill I.

    We were on our way back from Pemaquid Point Lighthouse We stopped here for a wonderful relaxing lunch. We ordered French onion soup that was so amazing, really cheesy. The potato latkes were really good but nothing compares to grandmas...for the main course we got the haddock and broccoli salad . The haddock was crispy on the outside and nice and flaky on the inside. Broccoli salad was just ok. We also ordered the crab and avocado bun this was the best .. the bacon was cooked just right and the sandwich was very delicious. To finish the meal we got the mocha which looked like something out of a magazine it was beautifully served. The blueberry cobbler was served warm with vanilla ice cream and finished off the meal perfectly.

    Nutty green salad, duck confit risotto, mussels
    Roxy P.

    Absolutely Incredible! We ordered takeout from Damariscotta River Grill and were pleasantly surprised! The food was fresh, well seasoned, and most importantly still warm when we sat down to eat. Duck Confit Risotto: Outstanding! It was so delicious I considered going to get it again the next day. The risotto was incredibly creamy with bits of butternut squash, duck, cranberries, and pumpkin seeds mixed it. At first, I was hesitant about having cranberries and seeds in a risotto, but it absolutely works. The duck on top was not only flavorful but falling off the bone. I'm salivating just thinking about this dish! A definite must order. Musscles Appetizer: Delicious and fresh. It hit the spot if you're in the mood for musscles and was more flavorful than most. Nutty Green Salad: Great combination! I really loved the sweetness of the candied nuts with the salad dressing vinaigrette. A great salad to pair with the rest of the meal.

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    I continue to be so impressed with the atmosphere and the friendly staff and owners. I have family…read moremembers who need to eat gluten free and the food is so delicious we all love to eat the same things. It has made our summer to have this convenient location with top quality food. The owners and their daughter go above and beyond to make sure customers are happy. This is a must stop when visiting our hometown in Damariscotta! My friends love when i show up with the surprise baked good of the day!! Thank you for making Damariscotta known for being a friendly and welcoming town!!

    If you are absolutely desperate for gluten free baked goods MAYBE you want to give this place a try…read morebut otherwise avoid at all cost. The food here is god awful. Even the non-gluten foods are mediocre at best. Total waste of money and barely edible. I can't help but wonder who is writing these 4 & 5 stars reviews‼ I do know for a fact that a negative review has been taken down because there was one here a week ago that's no longer here. Can't help but wonder about others...The food is atrocious yet 4 stars?? I'm a long time (30 year) gluten free person, not by choice. Back 30 years ago I was making my own gf baked goods, but the chemistry was early stages so most recipes didn't hit the mark. GF baking has come a LONG way since then, however not at this place--still dry and overly sweet, or wet and undercooked--most items barely resemble their description. To add insult to the injury of the expensive and surprisingly bad food, staff is unwelcoming and quite rude right out of the gate. Do yourself a favor--go to Wild Flour Bakery in Brunswick for FABULOUS GF baked goods. Or, if you're in Portland hit up Holy Donut for gluten free donuts that are actual donuts! YUM. Both are worth the drive!

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