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.

In years past, we have had countless dinners, brunches, and celebrations here. Even had a…read morewedding rehearsal dinner for more than 35 people here. We feel a deep connection to this establishment and so it breaks our hearts to report a complete failure of our most recent visit. Food was unacceptable and service was non-existent. It may have been a bad day - you can judge when you visit - which I hope you will. My hope and intent is that the ownership will read this review by a 30+ year patron and take it as a wake-up call. This town, this community needs this restaurant to succeed. On its current path, I don't know if we'll see it when we return again next August.

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!

There are many terrific dining options in Damariscotta/Newcastle. But the no-doubt winner in the…read moremost underrated restaurant is Ann's Book Bistrot. We've met three groups of friends there in the past 10 days and sample pretty much everything on the tapas menu. Pork souvlaki, lamb ragu, Indian butter chicken, lamb burger, brie brûlée, bistro sesame noodles, tomato fennel soup--all of it fresh, delicious, all brilliantly presented. Quiet, comfortable at-home dining area makes for a perfect setting for perfect meals we and our dinner pals have enjoyed. Ann's Book Bistrot is just a couple of miles outside of downtown Damariscotta and well worth the trip.

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.

Great lunch place while in Camden. Only open from 11am to 3pm every day except Sundays. People were…read morevery personable and the salads top notch.

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 |: /

Really wonderful cafe with a local vibe and GREAT food. Can be very crowded depending upon the…read moretime, but lots of seating inside and out. Probably not the best for a quick bite--even to-go food can take a while. There are lots of gluten free options for those with Celiac. I had the smoked salmon BLT on gf bread and loved it.

Quaint, cheerful and lovingly delicious. I went with two girlfriends and we had a very yummy lunch…read moresitting on the patio; chicken salad sandwich, turkey club and a lox bagel sandwich with all the accoutrements . It's a great place to go for a casual breakfast or brunch. There are also cozy nooks if you need to do some work while looking at the water. Highly recommend.

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.

I have never been let down at the Garden Bar! The ingredients are always super-fresh. The…read morecombinations are endless and the dressing choices are a great twist on the old classics. The portions are generous, they have a unique choice of beverages and sides and their desserts look amazing. Hard to resist! The staff is always friendly and accommodating ...also very patient and helpful while one is trying to make up their mind! I honestly can't wait to return!!

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.

Fantastic experience here. We made a reservation about a month out, chose the harbor view seating…read more Not disappointed with our choice! We arrived about five minutes early and were directed to the harbor view seating towards the shore, second door outside. We were greet by our server warmly, and got some fresh still water...nicely chilled. The menu has all options, but we were here for fresh seafood. My wife had a nice glass of wine and I tried Amayas Choice, a lemon spritzer with a fresh squeeze on top. Refreshing! We started our meals with a half dozen oysters on the half shell and an order of the fish cakes. Both were fresh and delicious. Especially the oysters!! Next up came our entrees. I had the Clam Pasta and my wife enjoyed the macadamia encrusted local haddock. Both dishes were prepared perfectly, my only regret was no fresh bread to sop up the delicious butter sauce. My pasta was delicious, and the clams burst with flavor. I sampled the haddock and it was perfect as well. It was accompanied by locally grown zucchini and soft mashed potatoes. We left room for dessert and enjoyed a wonderful slice of orange sour pie. The ginger bread crust was to die for, and it was topped with fresh whipping cream and a zest of orange. This is the dining spot on the island if you want fresh fish in a slightly sophisticated atmosphere. We will definitely be back.

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.

I dined there again tonight and got the same excellent food and service as the night before!…read more Katie, the barkeep kept things moving and the chocolate torte was to die for!

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.