We visit Maine every summer, but thought we'd check it out in the winter, and try a new area. We…read morestayed in Wells for a week and had to get our oil changed, so we headed to Sanford. We were there at lunch time, so I checked out Yelp and found Shain's. We like their ice cream, so we figured, why not? I am SO GLAD we did!!! We had some of the best fried scallops and clam strips we've had in the 57 summers I've been to the state. We also tried the lobster rolls, both ways (we preferred the mayo to the butter dressed, but both were delicious). We got lobster roll coupons for $10.99 and used those - even at the menu price of $12.99 for a lobster roll, when was the last time you bought a roll that cheap?! Yes, it's a bit out of the way, but totally worth the detour. We loved it so much, we went the next day, too!

The hot fudge is not real hot fudge. Its chocolate syrup that is heated up. The servicing for the 6…read morescoop ice crem flight deal is wicked small. The owners attitude and bedside manner is not the greatest with customers. The prices for the food and ice cream at high for the serving on them.

Great place to go for a drink, bite to eat, or to play pool!…read more Staff is super friendly and attentive. We came on $5 burger night, and trivia night and both were great. The $5 burger was small, but it was $5! They also do $2 tacos on Wednesdays that I did not get a chance to try. Super fun place to hang out, and the AC is always blasting so it's a great summer spot!

Stopped in here one night looking for a quick bite to eat. The food is typical bar fare, and was…read moreokay. It's very dimly lit, and the music was so loud you had to shout to hear the person across the table from you while leaning in to hear. There's a nice looking dance floor but no one was dancing.

I went with the Irish eggs Benedict, which came served over corned beef hash on an English…read moremuffin--definitely a tasty twist. The hollandaise was rich and creamy, with a good balance of tang and butteriness. The poached eggs were just right--runny yolks but not too loose. I also got a Bloody Mary which was delicious and strong (worth it) Service was friendly and the atmosphere wasn't too loud, which made it easy to catch up and enjoy the meal.

The last time I was here was in 2021 and I said never again. The original Cockpit Cafe was great…read more Well we went here last night, a second chance, Nope! Please! Close this business! There was literally 2 tables and it took forever for food. Drinks? Nope, they don't know what they are doing. The old saying "if it ain't broke, don't fix it" Cockpit Cafe was Always packed because it was great. If you're thinking of going here, Don't! Go to McDonald's 100 percent better

I went in with a large group of 9, we had a great experience, Jessica was a wonderful and funny…read morehostess, and Donna was an incredibly efficient and patient waitress. We went in for Appetizers and they were incredible!

Service was fast and the waiter was extremely kind made sure everything was correct the food was…read moregreat the Whole Lotta Bacon Burger is one of my favorite things on the menu but I will say it's got a little more spice than they warn you lol but over all its definitely my favorite burger there the basket fries are crunchy and perfect and can go with any dipping sauce you prefer the Ultimate Tri was wonderful as well the wings at Applebees are always good wifey loves the little chicken tacos and the Fried Pickle Fries are interesting but good they are different then the little round ones most places serve but they are definitely good Applebees will always be a American Staple! Love this location it's convenient and around other shopping stops and if you go there during a heavy winter storm there is usually only plow drivers there very quiet!

My wife and I come here on special occasions like birthdays, Valentine's Day, etc. Our recent visit…read moreon my wife's birthday was no exception. We started the evening with cocktails which were very much to our liking, followed by a delicious appetizer of lobster risotto that we shared. We both ordered the short ribs which were mouthwatering and cooked to perfection that the meat fell off the bone. The servings were enough where we took the bones and whatever meat was left to make a delicious beef soup. Neither one of us were up for dessert but decided to get two to go, which we downed once we got home. And they were both delicious. In closing, I'd be remiss without saying a good word about our server Keila. She was warm, friendly, funny, and very attentive to our table. She made our night to enjoyable! Thanks you Keila ! We look forward to our next visit to The Village Inn soon.

It's been a dozen years since we last dined here. We've changed a tad during that period, and so…read morehave they. We'll spare you the personal stuff and focus on the Taven. Here's what doesn't seem to have changed: it's an attractive, slightly out-of-the-way dining spot that has a very nice bar, comfy seating on a patio and inside, good servers (thank you Heather!), and a menu with a lot of tasty choices. We continue to recommend it, although hesitantly. There have been some changes, in our opinion, that left us just a little disappointed, hence four stars not five. Blackened salmon: pretty good but not much blackened and just a little bit dry. Seafood poblano with clams and scallops: excellent, well seasoned. Calamari: Crunchy but much too chewy. Yummy spinach, a crab cake that tasted bland. Sourdough bread wasn't warm and left us wanting. Fine bar choices with local beers. The romaine salad was, well, unusual, with a blueberry vinaigrette that was awfully sweet for our taste and, frankly, kind of hard to cut. Final verdict? Not quite up to what we hoped for after our experience a dozen years ago. Maybe that's us; memory can be tricky. But we came away not quite as happy as the last time for sure and a little more cautious in recommending the restaurant. If you're curious, entree prices generally in the $30s, appetizers $12-20, cocktails around 12-15. We're giving the Tavern four stars, but 3.5 would be closer to our preference.

What a gem this place is! Located in Alfred, Maine, this restaurant has a friendly yet fancy vibe…read more Sit at the bar where one of the best bartenders, Connor, will set you up with a tasty beverage and ensure your meal is perfect. The scallop risotto was recommended to me and it did not disappoint! I am looking forward to waiting the leftovers! Creamy, smoky, perfectly cooked scallops accompany a creamy risotto with baby spinach and sun dried tomatoes with fresh prosciutto... heaven in a bite! If seafood is not your thing, don't worry! Their selection of steaks are mouth-watering and are accompanied with options such as mushroom demi-glaze (so delicious), cowboy butter, or horseradish sauce.You can cut the steak with a butter knife!! Add dessert to go- the chocolate lava cake and cheesecake are fresh and yummy too. We will definitely be back for more! Highly recommend!

Went for lunch everything was bad, from the steak tips being under cooked for one and another…read moreserving over cooked when both were supposed to be medium rare, onion soup tasted like dish water and broccolli and corn were ice cold, Cole slaw was dreadful.The only minigating factor was our server, she was great and handled the situation perfectly. Our only bad meal while on vacation.

Food is always delicious! If you slightly enjoy blue cheese dressing, it's an absolute must here!…read moreThey make their own. Relaxed atmosphere, super casual dress. It can be busy here, so you may have to wait for a seat the bar or a table.

I know I've written about this place before but it's worth mentioning again. The Springvale Publick…read moreHouse is truly amazing! The food is always delicious, and the service--whether takeout or dining in--is quick and efficient. The waitresses are friendly and welcoming, and the atmosphere feels like friends and co-workers gathering and making new friends. It's a great place to relax and enjoy a meal. Highly recommend!

First time at Guerrero Maya and it was a great experience! We came in as a party of two and ordered…read morean appetizer, tacos, and soup. Even though the restaurant was a bit busy, we were seated right away. The prices were a little high, but the portions were huge. The carne asada tacos were delicious, just wish they came with some hot salsa on the side. The ceviche was decent, and the soup was really good. Overall, we'd definitely come back for the tacos!

The food and service are always excellent; fun, fast, delicious and friendly. Guacamole, tacos,…read moreenchiladas, chili relleno, beans, rice, Tecate and margaritas can't be beat!

Really fantastic! Everything was fresh and cooked to order. Drinks were strong and tasty. Service…read morewas friendly. Jerk wings were fall off the bone with a delicious smoke to them. Steamed callaloo reminded me of collard greens - acidic, salty and so flavorful. Empanadas were solid. Nothing like this in the area! Check it out.

The food here is fantastic and tastes authentic to the culture…read more My family , we are Jamaican and every person we bring here loves the food.

Okay so our usual spot is Third Alarm Diner but they were down for maintenance Mel's is a Sanford,…read moreMaine staple the food was cooked absolutely perfectly and the Homemade Honey Oat bread is some of the best I've ever had in my life staff is very friendly and it's generally quiet with the sound of small talk in the background from the old timers there for coffee I'm not knocking Mel's at all it is definitely delicious food but I'm disappointed I paid significantly more than I would at Third Alarm diner and the servings of Bacon And home-fries was significantly smaller I would go there in the future again only if third alarm wasn't closed again only getting 4 stars cause of the price and portioning

Food was great, quick to order, arrive and a great value ! Service was excellent !…read more Would definitely recommend