In today's day and age of cultural homogeneity the ability to get som real local ethnic food is a…read moreluxury and also in some ways a human responsibility to ensure quality of food moving forward. I got a wonderful chicken gyro and my goodness was not disappointed by the presentation and kindness of the employee. It tasted even better as I had just just gone to a neighboring business and the owner complained about the government and spoke disparagingly about USAID. I was happy to have found and given my business to this wonderful ethic eatery next door knowing that my money went to good people and ensured their long term success in the Bangor area.

Ordered chicken sheesh kebab to go. The service was fast and friendly. To-go portion was large and…read morecame with a salad. Definitely will return!

Nice people, good coffee. If you get the chai, my friend said she didn't recommend it. However,…read morethey were really great and accommodating and helping her try to adjust the flavor because it was really not good. But for coffee, it's good.

Local gem, been many times and never been dissapointed. Great menu variety, good flavors, and…read morefriendly staff make this a must every time I'm in the neighborhood.

Eating at a joint on Rt. 1 is more often than not similar to dining at a New Jersey strip mall,…read moreexcept more touristy. However, it's nice to have some better options on your way downeast, especially vegetarian pescatarian. This tiny kitchen with an identity crisis is worth the stop. Bahn hoi, curry, burritos...what? Well it's tasty, quick, and not too expensive. Stopped during weekday lunchtime and delivered a house fish burrito in about 10 min despite a short line. There are a few crowded bartop seats. And there were complimentary chips and salsa, the former some bland packaged brand but the latter nice tangy choices. Picnic tables were welcome. The burrito was a bit small and heavy on the rice. Maybe more fish for the price would be nice. Otherwise, hard to find a good place on this stretch without stopping/parking in towns.

Came here for lunch on the way up Route 1. Had a fish/shrimp burrito (yes, they do combo it up if…read moreyou ask nicely), along with fish tacos and fish bites. They were all excellent; if you're in midcoast Maine and looking for fish taco or burrito, this is where to go. It took about 15 minutes to get our food, but we came during the prime lunch hour. They have benches overlooking Route 1. If that doesn't work for you, I recommend driving down the road to Rockland harbor, just a few blocks away.

I ordered tacos they were very good. Loved the ambience etc. I am looking forward to being in town…read moreagain and visiting this place. So I'd recommend this place for sure. The service was uneven. One bar tender was amazing the other was too busy chatting with people to do his job. (He was new, and clearly doesn't get what the mission is.)

The good: I've had breakfast twice there and both times found it very flavorful…read more The food products are high quality, the coffee is delicious, and the waiter is very friendly. The bad: it may seem petty, but the chairs make an enormous billowing sound in the huge open floor design. A bit of felt under the chair legs would help. Overall: I would eat here again and recommend this place. It is a little pricey, but worth it.

Doors were locked when we got there so we had some issues trying to communicate that with the…read morepeople inside which made for a weird start but the environment inside was nice, clean and comfortable. The male server we had was very pleasant and on top of everything. Overall, the food was fabulous. Everything we had was vegan. To start we had the polenta fries which were good but needed salt and there was no salt at the table so that was a minus. I had the gnocchi with tofu, it was a generous portion with a nice presentation and the flavor came out beautifully once I got some salt on it. I really savored every bite of this meal. The side piece of bread was not served with any olive oil or vegan butter so that was a little disappointing. My partner had the vegan bean burger and he liked the flavor but it was very messy for him and he had a bit of trouble eating it neatly which made him not love his as much as I loved my plate. The fresh cut fries on the side of his plate were nice. To drink we both had a couple of utopia daiquiris, they were delicious and strong. Top notch. I took home the baklava (made with agave, not honey) and honestly it was the best I've ever had. It had a very nice salted caramel profile to it so I thoroughly enjoyed it. Great options for vegans on a date or just a nice comfortable meal for any occasion.

We liked it so much that we're back again. This time we met owner, Rachel, and she was lovely as…read morewell. We spoke about the 5 year restaurant ownership and how it's really a "farm-to-table concept". Tonight's special appetizer was a Zucchini and chick pea flower dumpling/fritter which was delicious. Frank Sinatra background music gave the restaurant a cool retro vibe.

Lompoc is one of the most vegetarian friendly dinner spots in Bar Harbor…read more They don't take reservations and offer three seating arrangements: the patio, the bar, and a small inside area with four or so tables. I would have liked to sit outside on their cute patio, but it was full and the hostess said it would be a long wait, so we decided to eat inside. At first she directed us to a table in the bar but realized it was very loud (music and patrons) so offered to seat us in the other inside section. We had a view of a bocce match and the patio--definitely better than the bar, but not as nice as the patio. They were playing classic rock and the people at the table next to us asked to turn it down, and they were accommodated, which made for a nicer experience for us as well. The falafel wrap and Banh Mi (v) were very good and the chips can be substituted for a house salad or fries, which we did. The dressing was light and I enjoyed it. The highlight of the experience at Lompoc was dessert. Although there was nothing vegan on the dessert menu, our server suggested an "off the menu" rhubarb raspberry sorbet, which was excellent! And doesn't it enhance the experience when you feel like they're letting you in on something special?! I'd definitely return and try to get there early (4:30) to be able to sit outside.

This place is so special that I make it a point to visit anytime I'm in Bar Harbor. The atmosphere…read moreis a touch Bohemian giving it an airy and welcoming feeling. The staff is always exceptionally kind and forthcoming with their opinions on the food which makes it known they genuinely enjoy it too. The last time I was here I got the bang bang chicken and was able to even get the spicy sauce in the side so I could control my spice level. The true winner for the night was a chocolate carrot cake from a local bakery in town. It was decadent yet well balanced and a hefty portion that I would have regretted if I finished entirely. This place has a unique vibe compared to all the other spots in Bar Harbor and has something for everyone. Do not miss this place when in town.

Was on a little road trip this past Sunday and we decided to stop in! Everything we tried was…read moredelish and the bartender we had who seemed somewhat new was great! If we are ever up in the area again we would stop again!

To get to the point, this place is a hidden gem in Waterville. I came here for lunch last week…read morewhen I was in town to visit the art museum. I selected Opa because of the other great reviews and I like Mediterranean food. I was greeted with a warm welcome as soon as I came in and sat at the bar. I initially got a Greek coffee which was made to order, hot and delicious. Ava, the bartender, was professional, knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive. I couldn't have asked for more. I ordered the falafel dish and was quickly brought a plate of warm bread and olives in oil. Both were outstanding! Looking over the menu, I noticed they had a few Greek wines so I asked Ava about one interesting one that had hints of fig and tobacco. She immediately poured me a sample to taste and it was delicious so I got a glass. My meal came and it too was really outstanding. Every bite was delicious. To add to my experience, Ava put the Bob Ross channel on the TV above the bar so I got my art experience too. Later, the chef came out and talked to me for a while about travelling to Greece to really study the cuisine. He was clearly continuing to immerse himself in the culture to further perfect his already highly skilled craft. I would highly recommend Opa. What a wonderful total experience.

Delicious shawarma! The menu is very good with a lot of options. They also have a small market with…read morevarious food and grocery items. Fast and friendly service in this nice and conveniently located restaurant.

This place is absolutely amazing, I eat here at least 4 times a week, service is always friendly,…read moreprompt. Highly recommend you go in and try something new, some of the best tasting Gyros I have had outside of Europe.

Excellent food and service! We go fairly often! We love their pork chops at this location and 13…read moreOak which is their Rockland location!

Just a great experience from the old wold ambiance to the great friendly service. But oh the food!…read more The menu is full of dishes from around the world but done with a Maine twist. You will find Italian, French, Brazilian, African tajine and of course a burger . We started with the house dip which is amazing red pepper served with beautifully roasted pita bread. The portions are huge so we decided to share the schnitzel. As expected, a huge serving. Perfectly cooked so the chicken was not dry but tender and the breading was crispy and crunchy. It had a honey mustard drizzle which I don't normally love but it worked here. We swapped the beer braced cabbage it comes with for the truffle fries which were incredible and so many even shared we could not finish them. Obviously hand cut and fried here. The flourless cake served with raspberries and cream was excellent also. Truly fine dining experience with a very well thought out and executed menu

Service, ambiance and food 5 stars. We recently had a…read morefabulous Middle Eastern dinner. Ordered the lamb with Orzo... mouth watering with incredible taste snd texture, falafel (Best ever and as a New Yorker of the Jewish persuasion I've eaten a lot of falafel) was incredibly moist. The accoutrements that went with it were outstanding and tasty as well. The three of us shared those two entrées as well as the beet salad which was scrumptious. The cocktails were fabulous... We enjoyed the margaritas which were fruity, flavorful and refreshing . For dessert, we shared the chocolate Babka . Don't tell my Bubbie that it was even better than hers. The only disappointment is that they close for the season, and that's what makes the place extra special for us . See you next year !

The Hoot continues its long tradition of inconsistent food and service…read more We arrived without reservation , the dining room was half full. We were seated promptly and waited 45 minutes for our food. I wouldn't object completely to the long wait , but the food that arrived was lackluster , and barely worth a mention here. I had eggs Benedict , eggs were overcooked and cold. My partner ordered the shasuka. This was an odd presentation with the eggs and sauce in a broiler dish , with pita bread and spinach on the side. I always assumed eggs and spinach , and sauce should all be together. Like so many restaurants I encounter in Maine , it's not that the food or service is that bad, but rather the fact that with minimal effort , it could be so much better.