What a delightful, eclectic, and tasty menu. Where else can you get a plate of crab nachos and…read morekasha varnishkes? Add a pickled beet salad and you have a one-of-a-kind dining experience for two. And, the menu descriptions are both enticing and hilarious. Want a unique experience with a comforting ambience, and delightful waitstaff? Come to downtown Rockland. This restaurant would be at-home in Portland's elevated dining scene, but thankfully it's right here on the midcoast. And, the parking is easy.

Sammy's deluxe... unforgettable experience. Was walking around Rockland and we just stumbled upon…read moreSammy's not knowing what to expect or what the menu was like. Sat at the bar since they were quite busy and haven't had a chance to clear a few tables. Restaurant reminds you of grandma's house, rustic, chic tables and chairs, mismatched dinnerwares and the whole ambiance playing "killin jive" from the 1940's. I wasn't born then but the whole vibe reminds you of that era that I only get a pleasure to watch on TV. Now for the food... Jonah's crab as you can expect was sweet and delicious but a pain to eat using your fighting tools however, the dip was heavenly. BF had the burger, he was surprised that you can't modify it, but thoroughly enjoyed how unique it was, I told him, the chef takes pride how he prepares his food, so you either take it as it is or get something else. Keep an open mind. And I had the overnight beef shank, wow, simple yet delicious, fork tender and luscious marrow. The celery and fennel salad added brightness to the dish and the blue cheese wasn't overwhelming. And I don't like blue cheese and this creativity made me wanting it more. The dish isn't a huge portion, but surprisingly it got me full that I left a few bites of the beef and the salad. For drinks, I had the Rosé and he had the New England India pale ale, light and bubbly. Service was okay, a little slow in the beginning and as the night went on, our server became friendlier.

Wonderful vibe, awesome food too! I don't typically write reviews but the pictures from the other…read morereviews didn't do it justice! The service was excellent too. 6 out of 5 experience! Incredible experie Starter: peppadews Soup: kale, chorizo and potato soup Dinner: blue cheese butter beef tenderloin Crab pasta (forget the full name)

Six of us enjoyed a fabulous dinner last night . We were in the back room which was perfect for…read moreconversation. Sharing appetizers was yummy . The bread and butter with Parmesan ~ simple and delicious. Our favorite was the beet and carrot salad . Three friends had the halibut with a coconut milk and carrot sauce ~ fabulous ! I'm still dissecting the sauce to recreate it at home.. Two of us had the crab risotto.... Amazing as well . One friend had the swordfish with a blueberry sauce . Local seasonal ingredients prepared perfectly in a tiny kitchen . The woman has owned this gem of a spot for 22 years . Her talent and creativity is astounding. The staff is friendly and professional. Great cocktails too . We were too full for dessert but the selection was tempting . Make a reservation and go enjoy a talented chefs creations

Such a great spot in Rockland! Beer selection was great! I had a fantastic grilled chicken sandwich…read moreand my husband had the turkey club- he loved it! The servers were super nice and attentive! We will definitely be back!!!

Where do I start? This was the worst service I've had at a restaurant in many years. Very…read moreunfriendly server that knew nothing about the food or drinks on the menu. I asked what one of the beers was in the menu and she didn't even know what I was asking. Took forever to get food and it wasn't busy. She brought out 3 of the meals and then we finally got the other two meals 15 minutes later. She didn't ask if we needed refills on our empty drinks the entire time. She never brought the chowder I ordered. Never asked if the food was ok or if we needed anything else. Then waited forever to get our bill. I will say most of the food was ok. The broiled scallops were terrible but everything else was decent. And the outdoor patio area was really nice. I'm not from Maine so I won't be back but if I was from Maine, I'd make a point to never go back.

Excellent encounters with staff from the moment we walked in the door. The ambiance was pleasant…read moreand the food was excellent. The service was also excellent. I would definitely return if in the area.

Overall I was unimpressed by 13 Oak. Not exactly bad per se but it fell well below my expectations…read morefrom reading other reviews. I do miss Cafe Miranda, the restaurant formerly in this location. After being brought to my table and offered water I was ignored for what seemed like a long time. But after that the service got better. My waiter once he arrived was fine and seemed to know the offerings pretty well. On the starters menu there was a Crudo, described as "local fresh catch. Chef's selection." I asked and it was scallop. Sounded good. It was, but I wasn't crazy about the texture of the raw scallops. (I've had crudo before but never scallop.) But I did like the heat intensity from the hot pepper rings, the sweetness from the mandarin orange slices, the pronounced flavor of roasted garlic, and the oily dressing with two kinds of sesame seeds. Biggest flaw: way too small for the price of $20. I had a cocktail from their small specialties section, "No Cap(irinha)": Cachaca (a Brazilian rum made from sugarcane), blueberry Cheong (a Korean style fruit syrup), and lime. It was refreshing, but very weak on alcohol, served in an inappropriate glass reminiscent of a cafeteria tumbler, and the ice was all wrong (too-small pieces that quickly diluted the already weak drink). Rather than take a chance on another disappointing cocktail my second drink was a glass of wine from the small but ample selection of by the glass. As for the other alcoholic beverages: the beer selection was very small, and the only hard cider was the undrinkable Woodchuck. My entree was also scallops. Described as "local scallops, mushroom, bacon risotto, parmesan." The scallops were tasty, heavily seared on one side and cooked medium on the other. The risotto was very good, without the heaviness of excess cream or cheese found in many risottos, and the rice grains were distinct and al dente, not mushy at all. The bacon may have been good in moderation, but this wasn't moderate. The large smoky bits totally overwhelmed the delicate scallops, making it seem like the bacon was the main event, the scallops merely an afterthought. But my biggest criticism is the portion: the 4 medium-large scallops were in no way adequate, and the price for what I got was insane. My rating is based not just on what I ate but what was on the menu and on other diners' plates. The menu was very small. Yes it is a tiny restaurant (just 9 tables and maybe 6 seats at the semicircular bar), but the former Cafe Miranda in the same location had a huge menu so it must be possible. I'm glad I didn't order the steak. I overheard the waiter tell another diner it was just the steak and a sauce and did they want to order sides (6 sides are offered at $10 apiece). That's ridiculous. An entree should be complete, with creative sides included as decided by the chef. For a steak, maybe some onion rings and grilled broccolini, for example? Add 2 sides at $10 apiece and your steak entree is now costing a whopping $60! And stealing some furtive glances when it arrived at my neighbor's table, it didn't look that special. I could be wrong though. I also saw a burger delivered. A 6 oz patty, with caramelized onion, black garlic mayo, brioche bun, and fries or salad. That's "or", not "and." 6 oz burger for a whopping $26! Um, no. No table bread! Grrr. This annoys me maybe more than it should. Sadly it's getting more common. Want bread? Order it for $6. No thanks. Going with the cafeteria theme (the aforementioned cheap-looking cocktail glasses) the silverware was provided wrapped in a single basic paper napkin, and the table was unadorned with tablecloth. Completely inappropriate for the level of restaurant I think they are striving for. Dessert menu was pretty small too. But I figured I couldn't go wrong with flourless chocolate cake. And there was nothing wrong with it, just unimpressive, the standard presentation of a slab of cake, a few raspberries and mint leaves, and an amorphous blob of whipped cream on top. Yawn. My water glass, after being filled regularly for the first 30 minutes (I was very thirsty), was left empty for the rest of the evening. Until after I had already paid and was about to leave, the water person came by and asked if I wanted water. Rather late, and a strange question. Why ask? Just pour!

The Landings is our go to spot for lunch in Rockland! Always welcoming and with great food. Kate…read morehas worked hard to make this a perfect spot for any occasion. It's got great views and a lovely deck as well as some of the best service around.

Excellent service and food was really good! I am picky about scallops and they were cooked…read moreperfectly. Awesome view!

Well, it's ok. It's a nice big room with good seating and a nice view of the water in the…read moredistance. (and Park Street Grille where I wished I was). It was completely empty on a Sat at 1. The waitress couldn't be lovelier. 3 of our party had the burgers and they liked them. My one bite taste had gristle. The fries were just ok, a bit tired. I hate to slam this place because some people will probably find it's not bad. My French Onion soup was tastyish but not delicious. Scant amount of cheese on top. Not the real thing. My salad with fried chicken as an add on, what can I say. Looked ok, didn't eat it all. It's the sort of food where they give you what is passable but there's not a lot of creativity. I wish them luck but I won't be back, can't afford to spend my dollars on food I can cook better at home.

Sub par at best, flavorless food watered down condiments, poor wait staff says it all.read more

The food is awesome!!! Boston is the Boss!!! Excellent service from this young man. Having a few…read moredrinks and supper on our last night in Rockland, Maine. Somehow we kept coming back here at the harbor for sunset drinks and supper!

Have you ever been so pleasantly shocked but you just don't know what to do? That's what happened…read moretonight. We had intended to eat at a different restaurant, however, said restaurant was full, and this was a back up. When we called they said we're empty so we said fine we are on our way. We arrived and the interior was interesting, not bad just interesting and we thought OK we'll just get a quick meal nothing right home about. It'll be fine. However. Fine is not enough to describe it. Don't walk, RUN to order the broiled haddock plaki. What an AMAZING surprise. Flavorful haddock with feta tomato and lemon on top, perfectly sautéed zucchini and yellow squash, and a rice and tomato combo that was absolutely shovel in mouth inducing. Other dishes that were described as out of this world included the atuffed haddock, fried clams, chicken tenders, and don't get me started on the FRITES!! Paired with a can sauvignon that was an excellent selection by the bar team, I was in heaven and had to be rolled away from the table. Absolute perfection in every bite!!

A 10/10 across the board for food, service and atmosphere…read more I had the porchetta for my main, and it was excellent. I also loved my partner's scallops, and the roasted carrot spread is a definite crowd-pleaser. The setting is worth mentioning too--the view is absolutely gorgeous, and this may be the best-located restaurant in the lovely village of Damariscotta. A great find, and somewhere we would happily return to.

An outstanding meal from start to finish. The seafood was fresh, the small plates were full of…read moreflavour, and my Summer Shrimp main was cooked perfectly. Every dish was thoughtfully prepared using high-quality ingredients. The service was warm, friendly and attentive, creating a relaxed atmosphere throughout the evening. Easily the best restaurant we've visited in Maine and somewhere we'll definitely return to. Highly recommend!

Cozy establishment. Just off the water…read more Cocktails are outstanding. Blue cheese stuffed olives - Especially delish with my filthy Tito's martini. Fried pickles- crisp spears in such a great sauce. Rigatoni cooked al dente- yum. Steak frites- fabulous. Curry dish was tasty- would have liked a little more salt. (But ate it all) Had the salad with grilled shrimp as well. Shared the salad with friends. Enjoyed this evening so much.

It's so beautiful place, and the food was soooo delicious, I like the pasta sauce. It's best pasta…read moreI have ever had in my entire life. And the service is great too. Will come here when I'm on trip to here again!

This restaurant has "no cups" for water. They "don't do water". First time I've heard that in…read moredecades of eating out. Burgers are good and juicy even with smash patties. Toppings are available and plentiful but menu is confusing and even ketchup costs extra. They also don't do milkshakes, but they have a $6.50 root beer float and other ice cream options.

A welcome addition to Rockland! The place is cute, pink, pink and cute…read more It's a bit cold and you kind of don't know what to expect but MAN OH MAN, WHAT'S UP WITH THAT BURGER? It didn't look like much and we were hesitant but I don't know what they do, we finished every last crumb. You can't stop eating this burger. It's delicious, it's juicy, it has more taste than any burger I've had in ages. Do they fry it in duck fat? Do they use a special blend? I'm dying to find out and I will. Lots of beers on tap. We didn't have anything except a burger but we'll be back to try the fries and onion rings. Something special going on here. Wowser. (I forgot to take a picture of the burger.) Good prices too, so NICE not to pay $18 for a burger.