This was a surprising and amazing experience! Yes, a dive bar, but with fascinating people at the bar and Kristen who worked every inch of the restaurant with the kind of efficiency I've always admired. The food was very good - buffalo wings that were the best I've had in a long time. Wayne had a pastrami sandwich with onion rings. All were soooo good! A bit off the beaten track but well worth it! read more

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First time here, love this place!! Local bar, great local vibe, and very welcoming. Glad to find this spot, it's a treasure! read more

Narrows Tavern - American Near Me - Waldoboro, Maine

Unfortunately they have gone downhill since we started going there. Some excellent menu items discontinued and what we did order was mediocre. We were basically stopped being served because there were a couple of larger parties waiting for seating. read more

Stopped by for dinner. Ordered the fried clams platter. It came with fries and Cole slaw. Clams were big and tender. Cole slaw was pretty tasty. I'm not a French fry fan so I tried one for curiosity. Recommend for dining options. I have to say service was slow but food was hot when delivered read more

Narrows Tavern - Fried clams, fries and Cole slaw - American Near Me - Waldoboro, Maine

I'm rapidly becoming a perennial fan of The Narrows. No matter the day, the food is consistently delicious and the service friendly and good. read more

Local watering hole, looks inviting. Tacos were toasted and spicy. Clams & fries were tasty. read more

Narrows Tavern - Haddock tacos and Fried Clams - American Near Me - Waldoboro, Maine

The people the food and the service was beyond my expectations!! The ambiance was friendly and our wait person was on top of things and so kind. Parking was out front and will go there again when I'm in town. read more

Would definitely recommend for lunch if you are in the area! We found this tavern as we were exploring the area on a whim. We were super glad we stopped in. I ordered the house salad with steak tips and my husband had the Bart's salad, a vegetarian southwest salad. Both were large and filling. The steak tips were a little over cooked, but they didn't ruin the meal. We had the poutine as an appetizer and it was very good. The gravy in some of these small places can be very gelatinous and nasty but this was not. Plenty of cheese curds and crispy fries. Staff member was very friendly and attentive. The bar itself was fairly quiet and clean. Had a definite neighborhood gathering vibe. read more

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Definitely a locals location. Many know each other and make it overly evident they don't know you. However, service was acceptable. It just doesn't have the most inviting environment if you're not a regular. read more

Rude barmaid/waitress. Preference given to bartenders friends and locals? Kitchen help needs help as food is overcooked. Could be an ok place but bad vibes will keep us away. read more

Everything! Wonderful place! Nice bartender, great customers to chat with and good food!

I have thoroughly enjoyed both done in and take out service from The Narrows. The in-person experience was fabulous. Our server was welcoming and friendly and the food was fantastic. I enjoyed the Alfredo with grilled chicken and my brother enjoyed a burger. A great meal in a casual atmosphere. Take out is also fabulous. Worth a try and a return visit! read more

Local hangout with great food with a great waitress-bartender! This place reminds me of gritty McDuff's in Portland only smaller. They have that mug club thing. I think there are pool tables downstairs but I have yet to look. I've been here a few times now and have never been disappointed. Check it out if your in the area! read more

Narrows Tavern - I think they called this the rodeo burger. Very good! - American Near Me - Waldoboro, Maine

Great pub with a nice menu of burgers to seafood Alfredo. You can't ask for more in a small town in Maine...... we love it

I have been here a few times, mostly for a drink. It's a small place off the beaten path, but very chill. Fun place to go for a drink read more

We found this through Yelp driving down Route 1 in Waldoboro. It's tiny inside and looks like a local tavern..my kinda place. Red Sox were on tv which enticed us to stay. The waitress is the bartender so be patient. She's hustling to get it all done. She knows the menu so ask. They have a decent wine selection so I grabbed the Leese and Fitch Pinot Noir. Decent wine for a tavern. We ordered apps to include wings (yeah baby) and spinach artichoke dip because hubby is obsessed. Good stuff Our meals were great too. Hubby got the grilled chicken wrap and me the portobello burger. They have vegetarian dishes. Go figure! Find this place, be patient and relax, foods great! read more

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It's a small local tavern with locals (go figure) and very casual vibe. Not much seating available so have to time it right. We were there around 7 on a Wednesday night in June. Good selection of beer and food. The fried haddock Rueben sandwich was very good but fries were a little greasy for my liking. My wife enjoyed her food selection as well. The cheese curd appetizer was of the frozen generic type so don't recommend those (I'm from Wisconsin originally and have a high standard for cheese curds). We sat at the bar (see above note about limited seating). The bartender was very attentive and friendly. Overall would recommend it. read more

I was hungry but I was put off by the server's attitude and what I saw as defensiveness when I asked if she was vaccinated. She declined to answer, saying it was personal. I see vaccination as a public health issue, not a personal one. The menu looked very good, but my appetite was gone, so I didn't eat here. I kept my companion company, and she enjoyed her food. read more

. We got there at 8:30 and kitchen was closed. We were starving. Bartender could have at least smiled. She looked miserable. Speaking from a bartender myself. My husband and i had 2 quick drinks. Was great full to 1 of the customers for help finding a place to grab a bite to eat. Looked to be owner or maybe even the cook on laptop by front door eating dinner. Food looked good to had We couldn't enjoy like he seemed to be doing. read more

Who would have thought that this little haunt could turn out such great food and atmosphere? Especially in little Waldoboro village where there really isn't anything else besides an adorable little trinkets shop. I will say, the first time I came here with a friend was a busy Friday night and it was made pretty clear to us that tourist season was over and the waitress was catering to the locals and NOT my friend and I. We made it clear from the start we were in a hurry to get to the high school football game and despite asking her numerous times to bring the check with the food she did not, and then she took forever to bring us boxes for the food we couldn't eat because it came way too late, and couldn't even eat it while we were waiting because she never brought us silverware. She was incredibly rude. That being said, the second time I went back was with my boyfriend who is a local and it was on a much slower Sunday night. The service and atmosphere were great and the food was FANTASTIC. I had the hot pastrami sandwich with hand cute fries and a class of Cab Sauv while we played cribbage and watched football. Describe a more quintessential fall Midcoast Maine Sunday- you can't. read more

Narrows Tavern - Perfect Sunday night playing cribbage, drinking red wine and watching football - American Near Me - Waldoboro, Maine

We were a group of five plus a baby who had just finished a hike in Camden. Heading back south, we were looking for a place that was casual but had upscale pub food and great cold beer. After reading a couple recent reviews we decided to give Narrows Tavern a shot. Service was great, beer was cold and the food was amazing. We started with onion rings which had an amazing tang, great crunch and we loved them! We all got something different and everyone loved their food. Our choices were the chicken Caesar wrap, the Rachael (haddock Rueben), pulled pork, steak and cheese wrap and,my favorite, the Mr Black pastrami. The accompanying fries were crispy and delicious also. The good beer selection helped make this whole experience a winner. We were so full we couldn't fit dessert but the selections sounded yummy. I would wholeheartedly recommend a visit to the Narrows Tavern. I just wish I lived closer! read more

GET THE RACHAEL SANDWICH!!!! That sandwich is delicious. Probably the best sandwich that I had while in Maine last weekend. For drinks we had the Narrow's Mule and they were perfect as well. The place is normally understaffed but they hustle, and they get you taken care off. Support this little hole in the wall on your next drive through Waldoboro. read more

Yummy food, good, friendly, down to earth service, cute decor. Nice cozy little pub! Prices are reasonable too.

Terrible service. We sat for 10 minutes, were totally ignored. Left. Guess they don't like visitors. Just a few people drinking beer, not like they were overworked. Don't waste your time here. Go to Moody's up the hill. Better friendly service no matter how busy they are. I'd give them zero rating if I could. read more

The atmosphere was great. Cheers vibe. Bar was filled with folks - maybe even locals- the way they all got along. Waitstaff was friendly. We didn't get much to eat, so can't speak to food much. What we had was average. Not bad, not amazing. read more

Excellent neighborhood tavern with lots of locals visiting. Always a pleasure to stop in. Nightly specials never disappoint. Service is welcoming and efficient. Highly recommend. read more

We only went here in solidarity because of our disgust at the pillock of a woman who wrote a negative review because one of the barmaids/waitresses (not going to sayHaddock Chowder persons) who refused to disclose her vaxx status. Quite rightly. That said, the food was great, as were that barmaid/waitress, and ours Alexa aka Lexi. Great place. read more

This a a great spot. It is a little off the beaten path so probably overlooked more than it should be. My go to meal there is the ribeye. Great price, big portion, perfect mashed potatoes (like home without the hassle), lightly blanched broccoli. My favorite appetizer is the fried mushrooms. Fresh mushrooms, batter fried, lightly salted. Portion is large and priced so that you must order. Delicious. The challenge? You can't eat the mushrooms and the ribeye dinner at the same time without a takeout container. The sandwiches all look great especially anything on a sub roll. The chicken (as a meal) - ask if it is dry. I have found it to be cooked to dry- can't stand that! The burgers are good. There is always a drink on special and listed on their specials board. The dining area is completely rustic pub style. Bar and dining are in the same room. It ain't fancy, but it is a place of regulars. The regulars are friendly and social. This is not a clique place where you feel like you are intruding. If you want to talk so do they! From the bar you can turn around and check out what everyone is eating. Typically someone in the dining area picks up their plate and angles it so you can get a better look. And they'll tell you what they think of it. And the bartenders are locals too and everyone knows your name and what you drink and eat! They usually have entertainment a couple nights a week. It's a great place to relax, unwind, and hang... read more

Had read the many positive reviews for this tavern and wanted to give it a try while in Maine on a short vacation. Our party of four started off with the corn and shrimp chowder which was well seasoned and hearty. Two of us tried the sandwiches - the Rachel with blackened haddock and the Mr. Black with pastrami. Both were great- just the right balance of meat to sourdough. One in our party had the mussels (she loved them) and the other had broiled haddock with the daily vegetables. We finished by sharing a fried dough, which was a new experience for us. Our waitress was delightful and the service was prompt and cheerful. Good food and nice people made for an enjoyable evening. read more

Small, reasonable, local and welcoming. This place is gem and one that I would normally keep to myself and hide from the rest of the world. But it's such a great tavern, they deserve a good review. Best tavern for miles and always reliable. read more

Cute place, cold food. I will give them another chance, but first meal there was really unacceptable.

We stopped here after a weekend up north, and we're sure glad we did. Super friendly vibe with a very attentive waitstaff, tons of options on the menu with many that were veggie-friendly, and a great number of taps to boot. All this, and a super reasonable price! I'll have to start making the trip up from Portland to specifically come here, because it rocks! Highest recommendation. read more

What a nice little local tavern! As we walked in we didn't get the "who are these strangers" look from any of the locals seated at the bar. Instead the nice barmaid came over right away and handed us a menu and took our drink order. I always like to try local brewed beers when I travel so I asked her to get me a dark local beer. She returned with Gritty Black Fly Stout. It was a lot like Guinness and I was very happy. I drank that every time we popped in during our stay in Maine. The place was very homey and you could tell the locals enjoyed coming because there were many mugs hanging over the bar for regulars. Even though the tables were all like picnic tables and not the most comfy of seats it seemed right in this environment. I ordered the haddock chowder and it was tasty. I'm used to chowder being a bit thicker but this is the style back east. There was plenty of flavor and plenty of local fish. It was a bit cold temp wise. But I was hungry and it was late. My dining companion had the seafood alfredo - Fresh scallops and Maine shrimp sautéed with garlic and herbs, tossed in a creamy alfredo sauce and fettuccini, topped with fresh grated parmesan cheese. She really enjoyed it and the scallops and shrimp were plentiful. I will admit when we returned another night for just a beer before heading back to our B&B they had a jam session with local musicians. It was loud and off key and a big turn off. We drank our beers quickly and left. If I were a local and knew the entertainers it might have been tolerable. But after a long day of sightseeing and driving it was just too much for us middle aged women to endure. read more

I ended up at the Narrows Tavern twice while staying in Waldoboro this past weekend for a wedding. What a great spot! It's super comfortable with solid, reasonably-priced food and a nice vibe. If you're in the area I would definitely recommend it for dinner and/or drinks. They also serve food LATE. The atmosphere is very charming and eclectic, with a rad 1800's Maine map that every other review mentions (it's very cool), two excellent paintings of the bar itself, a Jerry Garcia painting, beer signs like Anchor Steam (yay SF!), nautical stuff, etc. The lighting is a bit bright but makes it seem like more of welcoming tavern and less like your average bar that happens to serve food. Each time we went (around 7 p.m.) there were folks of all sorts - whole families with young kids seated at the large family tables, one table full of older ladies happily drinking wine and playing cribbage, and some crusty fisherman-looking dudes sitting at the bar. It felt really genuine and unpretentious. The food was surprisingly good. The first night we tried their haddock chowder, which was very creamy, with large chunks of haddock and potatoes and lots of dill. It definitely satisfied the fish chowdah craving. The next night my partner enjoyed the Rachel sandwich, which was like a healthier Reuben and came with fresh cut fries. I ordered a steak tip dinner with red wine. The tips were cooked a bit unevenly, some a little over, but were smothered with luscious pepper and onions. The broccoli side was almost raw (I like mine steamed a bit more), and even though the rice pilaf was clearly from a box, I will not deny that it was perfect to sop up the juicy steak and onion bits with. Beers are thoughtfully selected with local brews and East Coast craft beers like Magic Hat and Dogfish Head. We had Snakebites with local cider and Guiness, which were not only delicious but fun to drink. It's hard not to love libations with magical layers! They have a special mug program for regulars where you get 22 oz. for the price of a pint, so all the personalized mugs were hanging over the bar. I loved looking up and thinking about the local community that drinks here. They also have a small but decent wine list (honestly I was surprised they even HAVE a wine list - nice one, guys) and hard liquor. I live in San Francisco and am lucky to have a plethora of good food around me all the time. Unfortunately many places around the country just don't make much of an effort, so I really appreciate a restaurant in rural coastal Maine that really cares about serving quality & tasty food, some of which is sourced locally, and is conscious about carrying local beers. Honestly if I lived here I would probably be here all the time and have a mug at the bar! read more

I was a little apprehensive when we first walked in... The guy at the bar in his pjs at 1 pm was a little off-putting, but to each his own. Excellent pub style food. Burger was juicy and cooked exactly how I asked- medium rare. The onion rings were a meal in themselves; massive rings of onion, but oh so yummy. We will definitely eat here again. Great little stop a little off the beaten path, but not too out off the way. read more

This place is exactly what a small town tavern should be. The pub fare is tasty, and I have eaten here a lot. I can recommend the breaded mushrooms, the nachos, any burger, the fish and chips! The staff is personable and friendly, and put you at ease. Even when the place is hopping busy, they are attentive as they possibly can be. The drinks are well made, and they have a variety of beer and ale- with some selections on draught. I give this place five stars because of small town awesomeness. read more

Narrows Tavern - Friendly staff! - American Near Me - Waldoboro, Maine

This bar gets a lot of local and out-of-town visitors and has retained its local feeling. On the wall is a terrific old map and some oil paintings of the interior of the tavern itself! Very charming. The waitperson provided menus promptly and served us right away very matter of factly, delivering our beer, fries, nachos and coffee in quick order! One customer asked for iced tea with sweetener and was served some lemonade as the closest match as this is just not a tourist spot. read more

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Great food and great service! A little bit off the beaten path as others have said, but not much, and well worth the turn by Moody's off of route 1 to eat here instead! Blackened chicken dinner was great, and a great price for the amount of food you get. read more

A Rachel, onion rings, clam chowder, Cordon Bleu sandwich were our choices for an early dinner. All good. Bartender/waitress/...proprietor perhaps? All the same, she was alone and attended to us, a couple of patrons at the bar, and two other couples seated for dinner like us and did a splendid job taking care of us all. :-) read more

We were driving home from our vacation house, and were driving through Waldoboro. My dad had told us about a little tavern in the area. We ended up parking out in front and walked inside. The waitress/bartender was maintaining a happy disposition regardless of the low activity at the time. She was very welcoming and took our order quickly. The food came within 5-10 minutes of ordering. We all enjoyed our meal and were intrigued by the interesting pictures and maps on the wall. The atmosphere had a good vibe, and the location was hidden but in the town. I was happy with our experience. read more

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