The tofu was amazing! The best we've ever had and we eat tofu all the time and have for almost 20 years so that says a lot! It was crispy, perfectly sized pieces, very flavorful (I think it was teriyaki) and the portion was generous. We had the pizza special of the day (elote) with vegan cheese and it was decent. The breaded cauliflower app would have been better with some salt/flavoring in the breading and the brussel sprouts had great flavor and texture but they burnt them a bit and it took away from making them a 10/10. The environment was a little loud but the view of the river was nice and the server was pleasant even if a little busy and absent at times. read more

I met friends for lunch and enjoyed a delicious sandwich ... it was blustery outside but I bet the river is lovely on summer days when you can dine outside. Highly recommend ! read more

Every visit is amazing. The smash burger you can customize yourself- I always add burrata which is to die for. You can bring your dog to the outdoor dining area and it overlooks the water. They also have heat lamps. The beer selection is wide enough for everyone to enjoy read more

10/8/25 My husband and I stopped by to try out their beers. Unfortunately, they didn't have any Pilsner options on tap, which was the main reason we came in. We ordered a beer flight and their Smashing Pumpkin beer, and it was pretty good! Service was friendly and attentive. The only downside is that it's not pet friendly, so we had to leave our dog in the car. Overall, a decent experience. read more

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My wife and I popped in here on our way to Acadia National Park and it was a pleasant surprise! The restaurant is right on the river so you have a gorgeous view as well as access to the riverfront park. The first time we came, it was pretty cold, wet, and dreary outside and it was still such a nice view. Service was efficient! As soon as we walked in, we were seated outside and were able to order a couple beers while we decided what to get for food. Both of the beers we got were sours or sour-adjacent and both were good! For food, we started off with just a side of fries with the dirty seasoning (not the dirty fries on the menu, I believe these are new since we were there). The fries were just okay. They were very dark and not crispy so that leads me to believe that maybe they use peanut oil for frying? Not sure but they weren't the best. They needed a lot of salt as well. The sauces we ordered for dipping were the Bacon Blue Cheese, Liquid Gold BBQ and Black Garlic Ranch. All but the Gold were really tasty! The gold just tasted like honey mustard which is not what we wanted. We expected tang like a gold should be. We also ordered burgers; the Sweet Hot Mess and the Butter Burger. Both were delicious but the Butter Burger was better. It was soooo buttery. Spot on! For sides, we got the Hoisin Sprouts and the Pork Cracklins with salt and vinegar seasoning. The sprouts were too sweet and not spicy enough for my liking. The cracklins....now THOSE are something to write home about. And in fact, I did say in the beginning that we came here more than once. And that was because of these cracklins. We stopped back in on the way back to the airport and best believe we took these babies back home to FL with us. Had the best post-travel snack on the couch!! If we find ourselves in Brewer/Bangor again, we'll make a point to stop into Mason's! read more

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Service at the bar is good, and the pizza is amazing. My husband enjoyed trying a few beers there. We will definitely be returning.

It was very busy on a Wednesday evening in the off season. The hostess was very nice and pretty accurate on our wait time. The wait gave us time to check out the cool apparel which we did end up buying (and would have bought more if they would have had our sizes). Our waitress was very nice but I did feel sorry for her because she was having to work the entire back section of the restaurant. I would say she did an amazing job but I'm with the other yelpers that they need more staff. We did have to also wait a longer than expected time for the food. Maybe that's intentional so you drink more beer. I'm allergic to hops but my daughter said the Coffee Milk Stout was very good and they had a wide selection. I had the burger and it was really tasty. The bun was super soft and fresh, the smash burger was perfectly seasoned and cooked, and the pickles were oh so yummy. We also had the Truffle pig pie. It was good but we wished we would have put red pepper flakes on it to give it a little heat. Large inside and outside with a definite brewery feel. I saw they also allowed dogs on the porch and had water bowls for them which is cool. The view on the river is great. read more

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I have visited Mason's a handful of times since moving to the Bangor/Brewer area. My favorite part about Mason's is sitting outside on the patio during the summer/fall. You overlook the Penobscot River. The patio is also dog friendly which is a huge plus for those with dogs. The burgers are always awesome and they have a good selection of beer. I have also tried the Truffle Pig pizza and was very impressed. Staff and service is always fast! It can get busy on weekends or concert nights so just know if you have to wait, it's worth it! read more

The food here is always great! I've had the pizza, wings, and a burger from here. The beer menu has some solid options. The Truffle Pig and Blueberry Ale are two of my favorites! The service here in my experience has been a tad above average. The servers seem to have rather large sections and can lead to some delay for ordering. The ambiance of this place is really neat, open layout, lots of cool vintage lighting. When I'm in Bangor I always make this a priority food stop. read more

Great burgers and good selection of beers. Can get quite busy and hard to find a seat even on slow winter nights.

While visiting Bangor, Maine, everyone said we had to go to Mason's Brewing Company! We were delighted to find this fantastic spot, right over the bridge in Brewer, Maine. Mason's, offering a top-notch selection of craft beer and delicious food, all with a scenic view of the Penobscot River. The atmosphere is casual and lively, making it a great place to relax with friends or family. One of the standout appetizers is the giant pretzel, which is perfectly baked to a golden brown with a crisp exterior and a soft, chewy inside. I asked for all of the pairings! Pickles, cheese curds, pickled cabbage, a rich beer cheese sauce, and a tangy mustard dip, all complement the pretzel beautifully. It's an ideal starter to share--or keep all to yourself! The pizza at Mason's is also a must-try. Cooked in a brick oven, the crust comes out thin, crispy, and full of flavor. We opted for the classic cheese pizza, but I'm sure they don't make a bad pie! The combination of the smoky crust and high-quality cheese makes every bite satisfying. I opted for a glass of cider, and my husband tasted local beers in a flight. The friendly service and riverside location make this brewery a standout destination in Maine! - Great beer options, amazing food, and an unbeatable setting! read more

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If you told me that we would wait an hour and a half for food, I would call you nuts. Unfortunately, it was no joke. Two tables that arrived after us got served and packed their leftovers before we got served. When we spoke with the manager, we were told that he ran wait times of an hour. Not true, but nice try. An hour and a half is too long. The waitress gave us 15% off of our check, but that was all. The food was just as poorly executed. The chicken parm sandwich had no sauce on it and the bread was hard all the way through. The pizza had almost no cheese, and it had no flavor. I am disappointed and turned off to both the management and the food. Sorry, I am not inclined to return. read more

I was in Bangor for work and read some reviews so thought I would check it out. I was NOT disappointed. I wish I would've taken pictures of my burger but it looked so good I needed to eat it immediately. I had the special and it was a bacon burger with beer cheese to dip in.... Delicious. I had the pumpkin beer and it was tasty! The vibe was great and it's on the river so I'm sure it's lovely in warmer months. I sat at the bar and service was quick. Definitely will be back when I'm in the area again. read more

Stopped in just for a drink and dessert! Super cool place right on the water. Crème brûlée was good! The little apple fries were also good. read more

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This place is arguably the best restaurant in Bangor. Service is great, food is better, and the beer is cold. It's truly an amazing find for such a small area. You cannot beat it. We'll be back read more

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Came on a busy Saturday night while in town for a concert! There was a 45 minute wait, but my cousin and I were able to quickly find two seats at the bar! I'm glad we did because our bartender, Tucker, was delightful! She was full of energy and made our experience enjoyable! I went with one of their house-made ciders which was on the drier side. For food, I got the equivalent of a patty melt which was delicious! The potato salad on the side wasn't my favorite, but everything else was great! Sadly it was raining while we were there, but I would love to sit on their beautiful deck by the water if I make it back! read more

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Always good food, good beer and quick service. Gluten free pizza and other healthy options for her while I end up with my name on the TV after finding something for Untappd that I haven't had before read more

We came here for a quick lunch before our flight. The menu was confusing to look at initially, because it is aligned on the right. It looks like it's upside down at first glance. We shared the truffle pig pizza. I liked how different mushrooms were used. The middle was a bit soggy though and didn't hold up. As for the beers... My bf had a flight and didn't really enjoy any of it. read more

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Great casual dining experience. They have indoor and outdoor seating. Staff is great and helpful with food and beer choices. Service was fast and orders weee correct. I've been here for lunch and dinner and never had a bad meal. Definitely recommend and stop by Masons read more

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This place is the best in the area (and has the reputation and awards to prove it). We live pretty close by and used to go to Masons on a weekly basis before having kids! The vibes are impeccable and views are great. Love sitting outside. Beer is good. Drinks are good (and creative). Food is great. Service is consistently fantastic. This was my stop for dinner before going in to deliver both of my children read more

Lovely location with a terrace for outdoor seating with views of the river and different seating areas indoors. Not fully staffed on the day of our visit, as hostess stand was struggling to keep up with guests. We were hungry and didn't want to wait for outdoor seating. Matt was our server, he was not very engaging and could have made us feel more welcome. Food was terrific. We had the butter burger and patty melt, one with sweet potato fries the other with celery slaw and both were excellent. The Pale Ale quenched my thirst. read more

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Good food. Good service. Great for something different. I had the Pickle Rick. It was a ham sandwich with a pickle as the bread. Crazy. I'm Pickle Rick! read more

Service is good. View is right on the river. Food was good. Burgers are amazing. Service was really fast. read more

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Bartenders cannot multi task, they do not possess the ability to make cocktails and acknowledge paying patrons upon entering the bar. Bar tools seen being utilized across several cocktails, cross contaminating between tequila drinks/juice cocktails/bloody Mary's/espresso martinis. The same cocktail shaker and jigger is used for all drinks not once being rinsed by bartender Kaylee. Bartenders don't wash hands, food runners behind food window in tank tops with exposed arm pits hair, pizza crust was soft. Overall very poor, unsanitary service. read more

Food was OK attempting high-end cuisine with low quality ingredients. I had the salmon, pineapple salad and the dirty hand cut fries. The salmon was pretty good. The lettuce and the salad was wilted. Pineapple was great as usual. The french fries were overcooked - way too dark. The beer was delicious. I ordered the ice cream blueberry ale. The service was excellent. Our waitress was on the ball, friendly attentive and fun. Ambience is what you would expect from a brewing company: tables, chairs, bar, big open space loud acoustics. Overall, a 3 star place but the service brought it up to four. read more

The cauliflower was fried perfectly nice and crisp, and the dry rub seasoning was amazing! Def recommend. The staff was also very helpful with pointing out what can be made vegan. read more

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i had been in maine less than a day, when i was told we needed to try this establishment. we had reservations, but ended up waiting a bit. we were seated outside, where we had a great view of the penobscot river. somehow, even though the patio was crowded and noisy, it was peaceful just watching people amble by, walking their dogs, or pushing a pram. a variety of beers were available, which i heard were quite tasty; i declined to drink anything but wine, since i was being fancy that way. we had a medium sized crowd, and our waitress was slammed, but she handled it smoothly; the service was great. it took at least a glass and a half before the food arrived, but when it did, it was hot and tasty. this is usually the part where i throw something vaguely snarky in, or wander way off topic. alas, this review is as tepid as my granny's puritan humor. please find solace in the photos i forced half the table to take, while the other half had enough of my wine fueled shenanigans and refused to comply with my demands to take pictures of said entrees. i was actually starting to annoy myself, and did not take a picture of my giant delicious pretzel. oh how i wish i could have taken the delicious mustard sauce that came with the pretzel back to my home state.... read more

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Amazing!!!!!! Best food I've had in Maine thus far. I had the salmon salad. It was not your boring salad. Flavor was on point. I ate every morsel of it. There are picky eaters in my family and everyone finished their food. Wished I had discovered this place sooner. read more

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Horribly rude staff and disgusting food. I cannot understand why anyone would eat here honestly. I definitely won't go back there again. The menu is just bizarre. read more

Wonderful food and service- dining area was loud from a couple of large groups but nothing too bad. We had a great time and it was a highlight of our trip. read more

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First visit here on memorial day weekend. It was rainy so we sat inside in what I guess is a side room. It was loaded with families and young children which is fine but I would have really preferred a spot somewhere else. My son, who lives in the area and wanted to come here during our visit to him, said he never knew this side room even existed but the main space is way better. Maybe next time we will sit there. Our party got mimosa flight, beers and some cocktails to start. Drinks were good, service a bit slow but it was busy. Ordered a few apps, brew haus fries and a tuna dish, I did not eat the tuna but it was enjoyed by others and the fries were great, the sauce was hard to stop eating! Ordered another round, the beer was awesome! So happy to see more than just IPAs on a menu. Thanks for that, guys Everyone had something different, the bao, burgers, a hot dog, a Caesar pizza. I think the consensus was the pizza was the best thing. The burgers were good as well but the meat portion is small and overall the cost of our lunch was pretty high. For a first time it was good and I would definitely go again but maybe make a few different choices. 1. Ask to sit in the actual brewery/bar area. Although I oppose children being in a brewery this place felt like a restaurant so I can overlook that. However, a toddler behind us fully dumped a huge glass of water everywhere and it was ridiculous. Not the restaurants fault at all but I don't want to be forced to dine with young children (why I frequent bars/breweries) and the side room had many, many young kids running and screaming. If I am having a few drinks and paying 200+ for lunch, I do not want to be seated surrounded by kids having tantrums. Maybe the side room can be a kid's room? 2. I would try the wings and order pizza for my meal. Seems like the way to go. I do feel like this first impression could have been better if we were in the bar area so next time I will ask for that! read more

My husband found this place after checking out eating spots around Bangor. This is actually in Brewer, about 5 miles down the road from the Hampton Inn we are staying at in Bangor. We were originally going to both go to the restaurant but after a long day of driving my husband decided to pick up our order and bring it back to the hotel. My husband mentioned that the reviews talked about the food being different. He had Porktasomething burger which had pork belly, bacon and two burgers and sauce. He had fries with it and he could hardly eat it all. He enjoyed it very much. I ordered the Pub pizza and we had cracklins-dirty. The cracklins were good and I'm still eating them two days later. When I first opened my pizza I thought I was given the wrong one because it was supposed to have Italian sausage with fennel seed. What I saw was pepperoni looking slices of meat that were larger than a pepperoni. It also had globs of a cheese mixture in spots. The cheese blobs reminded me of pimento cheese, which I love. I guess I'd have to go back and find the menu to find all the pizza toppings but I did Enjoy it and we had leftovers for lunch the next day. If you want to take your taste buds on a trip this is the place to eat. read more

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My favorite place to go. The food is consistently excellent, the atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, and the people who work here truly make the experience special. Friendly, genuine, and passionate about what they do. A must-visit brewery if you're in Maine. read more

Food was amazing!! Definitely recommend! Was traveling from SC and stopped by, will be coming back!

We were sat and waited 20 minutes before leaving because we were never once acknowledged. Attempted getting anyone's attention and were ignored on multiple tries. Unfortunate since their food and drink look good. read more

When I tell you everything hit, it was all amazing! It started with great service and our waitress Bella was super nice and helpful. Our wings and pretzel were great starters and did not last long. And our entrees were all very delicious! If you are in the area and want a great meal with great service and good view, definitely stop by. read more

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If you are in Bangor Maine, Mason's Brewing is a MUST GO!! Great Service, AMAZING food, and the ambiance and views are incredible. It's on the water and super pretty. Our waiter was Bella, she was super attentive and very sweet. read more

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Back to Mason's brewing on a Tuesday afternoon at 1pm. Continue to give the food four stars, but as suggested tried the smaller room and it too was very loud. We were told a 20 minute wait for outside so settled for the smaller room. Saw several tables outside and tried again to be moved outside. Hostess was not going to have any of it. Inside and seated at a 2 top pressed up against a column, our service was meh. Server was lackluster. The kitchen staff that brought the food was fantastic. Had to get up and get our own ketchup when lunch was delivered. Good was the traditional cheese burger and the patty melt. We split them between us and thought it was great! Sweet potato fries were a hit and the coleslaw side was just ok. My friend tried one of the beers and enjoyed it. Next time, I won't stay if I can't get seated outside! Lucky for me I'm a summer resident! read more

My gf and I decided to try this place out and we were pleasantly surprised as to what a hidden gem this place is . We ordered the " dirty fries " and a pig and pineapple pizza and both were amazing . Service was top notch . Friendly server , well kept and certainly friendly and moreover professional ! We were in and out in no time ! Great job ! We will be back ! read more

Fries were NOT FRESH, dark brown and most were crunchy all the way thru. No salt that I could taste. To me they tasted like they were put in the deep fryer a second time to try to refresh. No ketchup or napkins in the bag. Now to the burger. Both sides of the bun were soggy because the cheese was melted on the bun sides. The bottom bun was such a soggy mess I couldn't life up the burger! Had to take it home and eat with a fork. Meat was flavorful but for 20.00 (I added mushroom) it was a big disappointment. Sorry, I work too hard for my money. I won't be returning. read more

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