High cost, low portions, OK food. Chicken sandwich - very tasty but only 2 small pieces of breast…read moreon a large bun for $17. Side of fries for $5 - soggy and greasy. Side of coleslaw for $4 - served in a 4oz sauce container and it had no flavor. $3 to add bacon - not bad not great! I wish the sandwich was bigger, the sides just sucked.

We stopped in to our favorite Bridgton eatery this evening to finally try Chao Thai! What an…read moreabsolute treat. The spring rolls and noodle dishes were amazing. As always the staff was so nice, so hospitable, and very attentive. Their brunch is also excellent, as well as their regular menu, and now they are offering happy hour Monday through Friday 3-5!!!!

Great intimate bar that has an extensive bourbon collection that's on great display. There's long…read morebar area and some booths. We stopped in for drinks only. The food around us looked terrific. We ordered an espresso martini that was great - they ask if want dark or creamy. Also ordered a drink l that was pink - can't remember name and did t take pic of menu! It was good. Ended with an Irish coffee. Server super nice and attentive. Very nice place to stop for a drink or their food!

Headed out to celebrate our wedding anniversary and had heard good things about Independent Ice so…read moreasked to go there. Parking for Wharf St is either on street, none available, or parking garage conveniently located across Union Street. Entrance is a little difficult to locate due to lack of lighting. It's close to Union St but on Wharf. Hostess with a smile greeted us and sat us in a corner booth as per our request as there were a few options of tour party of 3. We were seated in the corner booth, given menus and water poured into the glasses. With in 5 minutes our server came to take care of us. I had lots of questions since I like spirits, whiskey and am curious about what is out there. They have a HUGE selection of whiskeys and bourbons so easy to get lost. Sadly, the menu for these things is huge and does not give any description as to flavor or smoothness, just where they are made and how much a half and full pour is. The whiskey flight caught my eye as I am looking for a new whiskey in addition the my favorite Jamesons. When I asked the server he said the Maine flight sucks! OK, then asked about the two other flight menus and was given the names I can clearly see in the wall menu, no further information was given. We ordered our drinks, Espresso martini listed in their Happy Hour menu, a Prosecco, two Jamesons Black barrel, a light beer and a ginger ale chaser. Food menu was good with a few options for appetizers, salads/soup, entrees, and desserts. Having read reviews and previewing the menu ordered the Whipped Ricotta with honey and Wasabi peas. Smash burger, Tortellini with chicken, and when it was my turn to order I responded with the Southern Chicken. As I read the description saw a few red flags for spicy. When I said hold on, to see if I wanted the other chicken sandwich, this clearly was an inconvenience for him evidenced by the audible sigh and eye roll! OK I'll take the sandwich don't want to rock his boat. While waiting for our food, two of the three of us finished their drinks. Waiter was no where to be seen for 4 minutes, when he did surface at the back of the building, we had to wait while he had a texting conversation at the end of the bar. This took an additional 4 minutes then he attended his other tables, cleared our appetizer plates and walked off. Came back for our second round and again I am looking to try something new. I asked what has a smooth buttery finish, he rambled of a bunch of names and said "you are looking for something that was toasted in the barrel". Great! Oh wait not so much, the menu doesn't give you that information so again another opportunity for an up sell missed. I asked about the West Cork whiskey, he took out his phone and started scrolling and scrolling with no further information for me to try it. "It's not as good as Jameson". OK I'll stick with what I always get and have given up. A wall full of whiskeys and bourbons and the reason for our visit has been defeated. Food came out hot and was very good. French fries were exceptional. When we were done, our server took up a conversation with someone at the bar and stood with his back to us as our plates are being piled up. Hostess ended up clearing our plates and getting our to go container. After finishing his conversation at the bar, he was very happy to give our check for us to leave. Not sure why we were given this kind of service, but he missed an opportunity for up sells three times. Show interest in your customers. Sadly disappointed and will not be back. Service was terrible and made us feel like an inconvenience. Tipped well even though the service was lacking because the Food was very good. ***Please note that they state in their whiskey menu that their pours are NOT normal pours; one ounce pour here is only .75 and full pour is not a full 2 ounces but 1.5.

There are certain places where outstanding food speaks for itself, and certain places where the…read moreatmosphere, service, and vibes really can elevate the overall experience. Batson River is the latter, and we loved our lunch outing in one of the adorable seasonal outdoor ice fishing sheds. We chose a few "handhelds," including the blackened haddock tacos and fried haddock sandwich, both of which are served with a red cabbage slaw. I enjoyed the tacos - the ratio of fish to slaw and aioli, etc. was just right. And the sandwiches are served with a generous amount of crispy French fries. On a weekday in March, many of the local shops and restaurants were closed. It was an unseasonably warm day, and we were happy to stumble upon Batson River for a fun and memorable lunch!

We had a wonderful experience here. First thing to note - when they say they are dog friendly, they…read moreactually mean it! We had lunch here on Sunday, just after seeing Santa on the boat from the bridge down the street. Highly suggest putting your name in before you want to eat (it was about an hour wait when I put our name in at 11:45). Their reservation system sends you a text when they put your name on the list, and from the link they send you, you can also check your position on the list. They text you when your table is ready. When we arrived with our dog to check in, we were given a couple of seating options in the outside heated deck area. We chose seats looking outside, which were topped with fur warmers, which made them comfortable to sit on. There are plenty of heaters on, which made it nice and cozy. Also, the plethora of Christmas decorations inside and out, made it also feel cozy, and festive. For lunch, I had the blackened fish tacos, which comes with mango pico, red cabbage slaw, chipotle aioli, cotija, on corn tortillas. They were super flavorful, and delicious. I stuck with fries, and they even had sour cream for dipping them. We will absolutely be back to try more of the menu!

This was an absolute pleasure to run across on our way back to Boston! I am so glad we found this…read morespot! Yelp has served me so well over the years on finding good spots to eat, and this was no exception. Everything about this place was great. Staff. Food. Atmosphere. Drinks. Decor. Chucky Doll. Harry Potter on the TV THIS WAS MY KIND OF PLACE! I had a great local IPA and C had a bloody. Both of which were really tasty. C got that bad ass Rueben shown in my pics. Talk about an epic sandwich!! Holy crap it was good. May have been the best corned beef I have ever had! I could go on and on about the fries as well! Yum! I got the crispy Korean style wings. I forget the actual name, that might have been it, but I do remember how much I loved them. Crunchy, sweet, spicy, sticky, goodness!! If I even get within a hundred miles of this place, you better believe I will be right back at this bar! I love you State Lunch! '26 - 9

We had an hour before a flight in Augusta. It wasn't easy to find. The only signage is over the…read moreawning. I had the smash burger which was good but small for $21. Food takes a while. My friend joked that there was one hot plate making everything - and she may not have been wrong. The best part for me was the art in the bathrooms.

Awesome staff. Very good food. Excellent trivia night. Fun bowling. Did I mention how awesome the…read morestaff is??

The food was absolutely delicious and such a surprise honestly for how good it was in a literal…read morebowling alley. It's so nice inside, the drinks are delicious, and again, the food is great. Plus all the bartenders are so nice. At one point we turned around the order more drinks and the bartender was already walking up to us to ask us what we needed. Love going here!

Under new ownership in 2026 at Lennys is a great as ever. My wife and I were there the second…read morenight they were open and the food was absolutely fantastic (and fairly priced). The portions were goo and the service was good. There was a musician, Anni Clark, who was playing that night and she was absolutely wonderful. We will definitely return to Lennys!

Lennys is under new ownership. If you have visited Lenny's before 2026, just know that this is not…read morethe place you visited. The food is not as good, the cover charge for the bands has gone up, and they charge you extra $$ to pay with a credit card! The service is impersonal at best unless you are in with the new management. I don't think they should have the privilege of operating under the name Lenny's. It is a shadow of the former roadside attraction.

My friend treated me to dinner at the Little Tap House. I love the cozy, neighborhood atmosphere…read more The menu is well currated. Service was quick and friendly. Along with the chicken risotto, I orderd the Peace Offering, a grapefruit based mocktail. The risotto was done beautifully with toothsome arborio that Gordon Ramsey wouldn't swear about. My friend's salad looked fresh and well composed.

Great spot to check out before you go to a concert. Only a block away but not right on the main…read moreroad so you can typically get a seat. Quite a few tables and a smaller bar. I got the lobster risotto and it was really good. Also the wine is decently priced. Service was great and quick!

Amazing food, drinks and atmosphere. I was born and raised in South Texas and moved to Maine four…read moreyears ago. This is the best Mexican food (and margaritas) I have ever had this side of the mason dixon line. I was in love with the decor, the authentic flavors of the dishes, and the well paired drink selection! Truly nothing to complain about and it only had me planning my next trip back before I had even left the building. Don't miss this hidden gem!

After striking out at another restaurant in Belfast, we said 'To heck with them' and decided to try…read moreDos Gatos. A kind voice purred on the phone asking what we wanted, and immediately changed the mood in the car. Good start. We ordered chicken tacos and mushroom tacos. We also took a chance on dessert and ordered the mago panna cotta. The chicken tacos were really good and spicy. The mushroom tacos were like a hug to the belly. The panna cotta knocked the meal out of the park. Oh lord, that was a revelation. The chef knows what he is doing. Bless him!

We frequently pass through Kittery, often stopping at Kittery Trading Post and Bob's Clam Hut, but…read moreon this trip we ventured off of Rt. 1 and discovered a little hidden gem...The Black Birch. This quaint gastropub doesn't look like much from the outside, but inside, this seems like a place where locals are regulars and tourists are happy to get a table at this "no reservations" joint. It's dark inside (no photos) and a little cramped. The bartenders are serving double duty mixing and pouring drinks while also playing DJ and spinning vinyl records. And it felt like everyone inside was exactly where they wanted to be at the moment...enjoying each other's company and sharing drinks and food. The menu is about the size you would expect from a small kitchen - a fair number of appetizer dishes meant for sharing, and a handful of entrees, ranging from casual to a bit more refined. The grilled cheese and tomato soup ($19) was made with a hearty artisan bread that hit the spot on a chilly evening. Similarly, the coq au vin ($26) was classic comfort food, with perfectly cooked smashed fingerling potatoes surrounded by a rich, decadent reduction sauce smothering meaty mushrooms and soft pearl onions. Note, the coq au vin did take a long time to prepare, so not the dish to order if you're in a hurry. A couple of not-too-sweet lemon ricotta donuts (with chocolate sauce) was a great way to end the meal.

Definitely a hidden gem as many others may say. This place had a vibe like no other. We started…read morewith the deviled eggs, recommendation from a local guy we met on the street. Trying to find the place was difficult, however it confirmed it was the right place to go to based on locals we asked about it. Service was wonderful and the record player is a classic to its ambiance. We had the smash burger and fish and chips. Yum! Definitely will come back the next time we are here.

Stopped by to watch a game and felt right at home! Decent bar food, good beer selection and very…read morenice folk!

last minute place for out of state group to catch the Celtics game…read more There was 15 of us bartender and cook great. The food was pub food all made to order and all very good!!! Will be back next time in Portland. Thanks for welcoming us!!