I love roadside joints like this. Harmon's is great, The interior decor is exactly what you would expect (in a good way). make sure to check out the mini diorama of the place! We ordered everything on the menu just to be thorough. The stand-out was the hot dog. I swear, the hot dogs here really give Floe's a run for her money. You will have a wait - they cook everything to order. They only take cash too which is just fine with me. read more

There are many categories of burgers. You've got your steakhouse inch-thick chargrilled angus burgers, you've got your patty melts, your sliders, your fast-food mystery meat burgers, your gourmet brie and fois gras kobe burgers with chutney, and then you have what I like to call your "steamy little burgers." They're almost a thing of the past and an art form all their own. Simple perfection when done right. A thin preformed patty of delicious meat is fried on a griddle, onions caramelized alongside, cheese is melted atop the burger once it's flipped, the bun is pulled from a steamer and then the condiments are lovingly smeared onto the bun, served on a napkin. Here at Harmon's, they're serving these jewels just as they have been since 1964. In fact, it's like stepping back into 1964 when you enter. A small, unassuming roadside building, a freshly paved parking lot, a milk bottle collection adorning the walls and orders and tax tallied by hand by a smiling, friendly face. The menu is simple. Burgers: single or double, cheeseburgers: single or double, hot dogs, grilled cheese, hand-cut french fries, and just recently, onion rings. A soda fountain with reasonable sized drinks and real ice cubes you take from a cooler yourself with tongs, chocolate milk, water and juice. That's it. And that's all you need. The loaded cheeseburger comes with onions, relish (a sweet red relish that's the essence of all things Harmon's to me) and mustard and that's exactly what I'd recommend. They're soft, steamy little burgers and I'd wager you could work through one pretty easily even if you had no teeth. My wife usually gets a plain cheeseburger, I get two loaded and we split an order of perfectly cooked fries. White vinegar, salt and ketchup are on each table. It's the perfect meal, VERY reasonably priced and a calming experience that rivals the organic massage my wife gets just down the road at The WIllows Spa for relaxation in my book. Leave your cell phone in your car, order your food, engage in a conversation or read a copy of the Forecaster, and enjoy a steamy little burger. It'll be just like you stepped back in time. There is also outdoor seating in the summer. Oh, and they do have ice cream too, and it is CASH ONLY. read more

Harmon's Lunch - the outside of the restaurant - Burgers Near Me - Falmouth, Maine

Great little burger place. Quaint and cozy. Cash only. I don't know what the others missed that gave them a bad post but me and my colleagues loved it. read more

Best double cheeseburger around. All cooked fresh. Been coming here for years . A must visit!

Just a great place to spot into Classic burger joint feel. Get a simple burger and fries. Out door seating which is nice since the inside is a bit small Parking my look a bit difficult but really there's no issues read more

BEST onion rings ever!! Just the right thickness, not too thin, not too thick, deliciously battered and golden fried! YUM!!! Small size is perfect for one person. read more

Tried this place for first time today. Pretty easy to find. A couple miles off the Maine pike at W. Falmouth exit. A great burger, but quite small. Next time I'll order two. Or maybe get a dog as an appetizer. The fries were top notch too. Hand cut and fresh like you get at a fair. Had a strawberry frappe as well and it was really good. Lunch was ten bucks. That's tough to beat. Overall, it's a classic old school lunch joint. No nonsense place with a friendly professional staff. Definitely recommend you try it if you're in the area. Cash only. read more

In a food city of occasional excess....Harmon's remains a bastion of old school simplicity. Nothing fancy...nothing special...it just works. Flat grill pressed greasy burgers...get a double cheeseburger loaded.....grilled onions, sweet pepper relish, and mustard. $4.....with a simple steamed bun...it's delicious.....split some hand cut fries...perfectly fried...crisp.....I add vinegar and salt....bringing me back to the 60's fry truck days....just a cool place...it will remind us baby boomers of the small joints our parents took us to in the 60's....hell, order, and sit out back on a picnic table....hell again, mow the lawn for them 4 stars read more

since all the traditional places in the greater Portland area for steamed bun hamburger is ago on you have to make your way to Falmouth Maine to Harmons burgers. They're very good bring back childhood memories. You've been the wife likes to come by and have one with me and she's on a diet read more

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Just had to try it after seen all the reviews. Burgers were small but was expected from a burger "stand". But they were inexpensive. Fries and onion rings were also terrific. My wife and I also had extra thick frappes and were outstanding. Look forward to going back one day! read more

Been coming here since I was a kid. This is a local goldmine. Super simple classic burgers. Generational. Incredible taste and service. Best bang for your buck. You won't regret coming here. Legendary. read more

It may have been the fact that we came here for lunch directly after the Allagash Brewery tour (also great), or maybe it was that the food is just so yummy and reminds you of meals as a kid. I'm not sure which it is, but either way the food was delivered exactly as promised, the burger was juicy and loaded, and the grilled cheese was cooked perfectly. The fries were nothing special or unusual, but also very tasty. For the price, the tastiness of the food and the location (on our way from the Allagash Brewery up to Millinocket, ME) this is the absolute perfect lunch spot. I cannot imagine going to any other lunch joint next time I make the trek to Millinocket. read more

This place is just like Rapid Ray's down in Saco, but you can actually sit down! If the onion rings had been fried in fresh fat, they would have been 5 stars... But I think slider burgers, this 50's or whatever style, are just greasy gross, man! read more

Five stars for the old-timey deleeshus hamburgers with sautéed onyons. This was my first time in my life to visit Harmon's, and I am glad I did. I will return. read more

Very simple menu, burger, hotdog, fries, onion rings and grilled cheese. Also saw thick frappes. I had a cheeseburger and my husband had a hotdog. The relish and grilled onions were great. His hotdog was really good. We did not have fries or onion rings but they look really good. So if you want a simple burger and dog at good prices this is the place. Not heathy eating but simple. read more

This place is special. My grandmother and my dad introduced me to Harmon's when I was just a little kid. No frills, just great burgers and fries. read more

This is one of those places that if you live an hour away it is worth the drive! The burgers are simply awesome. You can reheat them the next day and they're still just as good. Their fries are pretty good too. Not super greasy, and not super salty. I personally don't like super salty fries. The people there are always friendly and seem to care about how you really feel. Even when super busy I was chatted with for a second. Sometimes the wait time is a little long, but when you're as good as this place that kind of thing happens. Always visit if you have the opportunity, you will not regret it. read more

Good home-made burgers at low prices. Fast, friendly service. read more

Harmon's Lunch - Yummy burgers - Burgers Near Me - Falmouth, Maine

Not only do I love this place because it was only a couple miles from my house growing up, but the burgers are phenomenal. It's a local gem for residents of Falmouth and the surrounding area and still the best burger I've ever eaten. Everything is made to order right in front of you. If you're in the Portland area, don't pass this place up. read more

Authentic. Harmon's has been around for generations and has been doing it the same way for decades. Every time I'm in the area I make sure to stop. This isn't a restaurant, it's a food joint. Which means there isn't a lot on the menu, but what there is is delicious. If you're a froofy person or someone who finds themselves thinking about how important you are, this is not your place. This is a place for real people who appreciate a tradition and delicious burgers 'n fries. How there isn't a line everyday is a testament to its location. Make the drive and you will be delighted you did. Recommended order: Two or three.. or four loaded cheese burgers with a side of fries and a fountain soda. p.s. Cash only. read more

Hands down this is the best burger joint in Maine. My go to order is two cheeseburgers loaded with a fry. Loaded consists of fried onions, pepper relish and mustard. If I am extra hungry I'll add on a loaded cheese dog. I know it seems like a lot of food, but one Harmon's cheeseburger will never be enough.This time my husband and I grabbed an onion ring instead of the fry. They were just ok, next time we will go back to the fries! Cash only! If I get a burger anywhere else I always wish I was at Harmon's. read more

This place is legit delicious. Get the red pepper relish on both the burgers and hot dogs. I am not a fan of the hand cut fries but it's what they have. Buns are steamed and the sandwich ends up being soft and delicious. Cash only! read more

Excellent ! Old school flavor and style. Cashier and cooks pleasant to everyone. Burgers, cheeseburgers, grilled cheese, dogs , fries , rings. They also have ice cream and FRAPPES. Go back to the future ! Cash only. read more

Imagine in your mind a roadside grill that simply serves hamburgers and fries. If you ever come here it would be as if your imagined place came to life. Maybe the other reviewers have nostalgia-colored glasses on or something, but I found nothing spectacular about this place or its food. Burgers were greasy and heart attack-inducing, and average tasting in my opinion. If you want to satisfy your nostalgic side or something, come here - you won't be disappointed. If you want a tastier burger, go down the street and find another burger joint. read more

Ok so this is an updated review. Being back in the neighbor after a few years little has changed in the restaurant menu however the staff seems friendly and respectful to customers and the grease level has been curtailed. While it's not daily fare I will go back every few weeks for that style burger. Nuff said. read more

Old school greasy burgers with a side of Fox News propoganda from the locals. OK but nothing special.

I grew up in northern New England and there used to be many local eateries like Harmon's. They are now rare so if you want to show a new generation what lunch life was like pre-McDonalds go here. There are many reasons why they died out... mainly, if you want a good burger you're much better off heading to Five Guys or Elevation Burger. The burgers here are very similar to what you'd get at a McDonalds but with less variety: wafer thin burger patty, wonder bread bun, limited toppings (no lettuce, no tomato). The onion rings were excellent, however. Prices weren't that cheap for what you get. We didn't try any of their ice cream offerings. The place was packed at lunch and seating is limited. read more

i'd rather go to harmons than any other burger place around. Simple, cash only, unapologetically old school. Why mess with success?

If you are looking for 5 Guys or Elevation burger then this place is not for you. If you are looking for awesome old school burgers then this the place to go. You have to have the fried onions and red relish on the burgers for sure, just make it a loaded. The fries and onion rings are just perfect. I have been coming here for 30+ years and the only burger place I crave. I would give it 5 stars but gave it 4 stars because some people have a problem with the decor but that's what makes this place what it is and I have no problems with it. read more

This was the first time I ordered from this place when I got there, I was told they were cash only. The Lady was very rude. When I came back to pay them with cash. I explained this is my first time I ever ordered from them. she looked at me like I was an alien. Never smiled, just scowled at me. I was expecting a fat thick burger and I got this little teeny tiny burger all bread. It wasn't even as big as McDonald's cheeseburger. Total redneck place, nasty place and Nasty service. I do not recommend this dump. Not friendly at all. I would not give the any stars but I had to give one to make this review. If you are not a regular they treat you like shit. read more

Great little place to stop off and get a couple of single sliders and some fresh cut fries. Very simple menu and that's OK! The only thing I would like to see is the fries a little crispier. read more

Came here Saturday. I haven't been in about 10 + years. Cheeseburgers were exactly as I remembered. Steamed bun and thin patty. We waited for about 15 minutes for our meal. The price is right. read more

Having been here many times, I was looking forward to a good burger. It had been about three years since my last visit and I was deeply disappointed this time. The burgers were wet, not juicy, buns were soggy and the meat was greasy. The grease prevalent throughout as was the dust. Give the place a good thorough cleaning and get back to the basic standard that made this place a great burger joint in the past. read more

Burgers are small but very good. Hand cut fries very tasty. Quick service with no smiles. Fun place but cash only ... Really? I know paying taxes on what you make isn't fun but I rarely carry cash. Food 3 star no credit or debit card system drops it a star read more

I just love stopping by here for a quick lunch. I always get two single cheeseburgers, while eating I am transported back to my high school days where we had in the corner of our cafeteria an "alternative" food bar, instead if the usual cafeteria fare, we could buy hamburgers and hot dogs for 15 cents each....yeah I know...I'm 72 years young, things were cheaper back in the horse and buggy days. Harmon's is my trip down memory lane and I don't have to go back to California to re-live it. I give it a five star for nostalgia and the type of cheap eats, not for the silver and crystal and fine linen, you're not going to find that here..... instead rickety tables and chairs, serve yourself orders at the counter. You can eat here for $5.00 a couple.....what fun! read more

This place has the one of the best burgers around. It's a weekly treat of mine! The fries and onion rings are really good as well! I have a hard time choosing between those but the loaded cheeseburger are a must! read more

Old school burger and hot dog joint. They only do a couple things but they do them awesome!

Incredibly mediocre menu, cash only, non-friendly staff, no sign of cash only on the door.

Best cheeseburgers anywhere! Cooked perfectly with delicious cooked onions. I can never have just one.

Second best burger in Portland, Vivian's Drive-In on Forest Ave (only open seasonally)