I didn't come to Maine to eat steak, but boy am I glad I did here. My wife got the filet and I got…read morethe hanger steak. Both were delicious and cooked perfectly. Order the bread basket and definitely end the meal with their blueberry cobbler. The service was attentive and the restaurant is a really cool building over looking the water. We really enjoyed this place and will definitely come back.

The service and ambience were fine, but I ordered scallops and do not think that I actually…read morereceived scallops as they did not have the texture nor the taste. I sent them back, which I normally would not do in a restaurant, but they were so bad and the ones that they replaced were no better.

We were visiting Damariscotta for vacation and decided to try Ann's one evening. We went in and sat…read moredown and ordered. Everyone was kind and friendly. After we ordered we noticed the place was emptying and looked at their closing time online and realized they were closing within 15 minutes. As we had already ordered we stayed, but felt so guilty. As stated before, everyone was kind and friendly, no one made us feel bad and they easily could have. The food arrived perfectly cooked, obviously fresh off the grill, one of the best meals we had on our vacation by far!! The fact that Ann's cared so much to get everything right even when we were the rude customers arriving right before closing shows how much quality and customer service means to them. Our server told us every meal is made fresh to order and the chef is passionate about preparing exceptional meals each and every time. That much was obvious! Since we had such a great experience and noticed they had a coffee bar, we went by the next morning to get coffee. My husband went up to the door and they had not yet opened so we started to leave. The server from the night before saw him and came out to let him know they weren't open yet but asked if there was something she could help us with. He told her we were going to grab a coffee but saw they were closed - she went in and got us coffee!!! I cannot say enough good things about this place. The people and the food (and drinks!) are SECOND TO NONE!

I'm so glad to see that Ann's Book Bistro is open again. We went last night and sampled their new…read moreTapas menu and were blown away. We had their tomato fennel soup, slow cooked pork tacos with pickled veggies, and their Sparta (Greek) salad and finished with their special banana nut sundae. Finally we had a unique cocktail with chocolate tequila, Gran Marnier and Tia Marie (addictive!). All were unique and outstanding. It was also nice to see that the restaurant was packed and their unique atmosphere was hopping. We'll be back soon!

Mediterranean salad was awesome, wife loved the burrito bowl. Very friendly staff. Quiet atmosphereread more

I'm a local and I arrived for a salad at 30 minutes before closing. There were some long faces…read moregiven how I dared show up for the last half hour of their 4 hour day. Immediately they were breaking down the restaurant. Removing drink choices and packing things up. I felt bad for the people who came after me. $20 dollars for a salad and they are shooing you out during business hours. It's like being in a restaurant where they're putting chairs on the table and mopping the floor during business hours. Before I went to grad school, I supported myself working in restaurants. Ownership usually would fire you if you started breaking down during business hours. As my boss used to say "we're open till 10. Don't let the people think they shouldn't be there." You ask top dollar for salads, be welcoming. A couple came in 15 minutes before closing, put in their order, and then left before they got their order. The vibe was obvious. They didn't want you there. Salad is fantastic.

This is where we celebrated the anniversary of our 20 year marriage, and it was AWESOME !!! We…read moredined on their rustic patio, complete with twinkle lights and trees. We started with onion soup, which was OUTSTANDING !! It wasn't too salty, which is often an issue but not here. The broth was a perfect blend of onion and beef flavoring, just enough cheese and croutons but not overpowering... it was divine. It might've been the best I've ever had. We also got bread service that offered lightly grilled French bread. I don't know what the deal was, but it was so unbelievably tasty, and it was so soft, too. I don't know if it was the texture or the bread flavor, but something was different... that made it so amazing. Better than usual. I wanted to eat more, but I knew I was already getting full, so we left most of it. Drat. For an entree, my husband got the Atlantic salmon in a lobster veloute with farfalle and ratatouille. I tasted it, and it was excellent. Such great flavors. I got the cioppino, which had scallops, shrimp, and haddock in a herb-infused tomato sauce. I was a little shocked because it was spicy... good flavor, but spicy, and I wasn't expecting that. I wish the waitress would've told me ahead of time, but she didn't. I ended up not eating most of it because it was a bit too much for my palate. I hate wasting food, but the truth is I wouldn't have finished it anyway. I was already full from the onion soup and 1 piece of bread. For our celebratory dinner, we also split a dessert. I had read this place is known for their blueberry pie, which we were very interested in getting. Soooooooooo glad we did because it was EXCELLENT... and yes, it was a la mode... with vanilla ice cream. There was some crystalized sugar topping on the crust, which really added to the awesomeness of this dessert. We hit pay-dirt here. This meal was the highlight of our trip to Boothbay Harbor. I hope we will be able to return to this lovely harbor town because we will make a beeline to dine at Thistle Inn again. Too bad we live so far away. This is a wonderful dining establishment, and they made our 20th anniversary even more memorable !!

Wonderful dinner on the outside porch. Nice setting. Comfortable…read more Cioppino was amazing : 0 Lazy lobster was very good. Found a wine we liked on the menu : ) Service was very good. Carrot Cake was meh |: /

We came here to get a quiche and pastries. All were homemade and delicious! I grabbed a lavender…read morelatte and it was delicious. If you're in the area, give it a try. I hope to try their homemade sourdough bread. The parking is a little limited however so be careful loading little ones in and out of the car.

Loved the place very small and quaint. Wasn't too busy when we walked in on a Sunday morning. Order…read moreat the register and they bring it to your table. Service was very fast for such a small place. Everyone was friendly too. Have to bus own table too. Got the cinnamon toast special it was so delicious with a side of bacon. I cleaned the plate ! Very nice seat right by the window looking out on the water. Would definitely come back. Parking is a little iffy with street parking only so come early.

We eat takeout from here all the time. Their ingredients are so fresh. Their romaine lettuce is…read moregrown organically in a local hothouse so no worries about it! We always get a "build your own salad" with romaine & jasmine rice, add ground beef, black beans, kung pao veggies, roasted corn, sunflower seeds, cranberries & jalapeño lime vinaigrette. We get local goat cheese from the farmers market & add that in at home. It is probably the best salad I have ever had & I am obsessed with it! Service is always great at this location & the SoPo location, both are clean & they are always very consistent, even from location to location. It is pricey (around $20 with the extras-we also get an extra dressing), but it's also huge. My husband & I share it & it's a lot of food each. It's probably my favorite place to get takeout from. Highly recommend it.

I was worried about this one, but have to admit I was wrong. Stopped by today to try the taco…read moresalad, and to start off $20 for a salad and a canned seltzer seemed a bit much but it was very good, and HUGE. No, really...I didn't even finish a 1/3 of it. Yes, it's expensive, but at least you get a couple meals out of it. The atmosphere is great, I love that they have seating in the old mills. Everything was clean and well but together, but what an awful spot. Parking is atrocious in downtown and now I remember why I usually avoid this area.

Outstanding. Excellent service, brilliant food. Steak and frites were a surprise: absolutely just…read moreoutstanding. Lobster pappardelle, which was very good, was just the right size. The fish cakes were excellent. Bottom line: go! Enjoy! But not this week. We're going back and need your table.

My wife is vegan. She made a reservation a few weeks out and emailed and asked if it could be…read moreaccommodated. No response. We decided to chance it and our server assured us that the summer pasta could be made vegan no problem. The food was great, the drinks were great, but when we got the bill we noticed the server had put a truly rude note for the kitchen, describing her substitution and finishing it off with "stupid vegan people." If you can't accommodate dietary restrictions and substitutions that's fine, but there's no reason for nasty messages. It's the most ridiculous thing I have ever experienced at a restaurant.

Their fresh fish is great. The clams, steamers and mussels are tasty too. Like most Maine seafood…read morerestaurants you order, get your number, get your adult beverage then sit outside and taken in the view until your number is called.

This was our first stop when we arrived in Maine, cute little spot on the water. They have a bar…read moredownstairs and the restaurant is upstairs with indoor and outdoor seating. I got a scallop roll which I was impressed that it had so many scallops in it! We also had the chicken tenders which were actually very delicious! The breading was good and the meat was juicy. The crabcake also had great flavor but the clam chowder was not our favorite.

Five stars aren't enough for our experience at 27 Fathoms…read more Last week, our family gathered for a private dinner before a Celebration of Life weekend honoring our mother. We had 23 family members and close friends coming together from near and far, and Mike and his team made the entire evening absolutely seamless. From the very beginning, Mike was incredibly helpful with planning, suggesting a menu, coordinating the event, and allowing us to rent the entire space. The staff was outstanding--warm, attentive, and professional throughout the evening. The food was exceptional, and the setup was perfect. The appetizers were arranged in a way that encouraged guests to mingle, reconnect, and share stories, creating a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. It was exactly what we hoped for as cousins and lifelong friends gathered to celebrate our mom's life and spend time together. The evening exceeded our expectations and set the perfect tone for the entire weekend. We are deeply grateful to Mike and everyone at 27 Fathoms for helping create such a meaningful and memorable experience. Highly recommend for both special events and a wonderful dining experience.

For the first time, I had the blackened tuna sashimi and my partner had fish and chips. We shared…read morethe bruschetta and a piece of Key Lime Pie. Every bite I took was pure enjoyment, which is really hard for me to admit. I am a tough customer and the place really blew my mind. Looking at the place, one sees a fish joint with outdoor seating and a large cocktail menu. There were a lot of folks enjoying their drinks, but not many eating. That is too bad because everything was so good! I am eager to try the house made clam chowder the next time I go.....which will be soon.