Gary, the owner, is the best! He's a friendly village institution who just happens to have great…read moretaste in wine, cheese, sausages and chocolate and makes beautiful flower arrangements! Gary recently delivered some GORGEOUS tulips for my birthday and they stayed fresh for NINE DAYS! The friend from out of state who ordered them depended on Gary to select a bottle of wine to go with them. She told him I like Argentine wines, so he picked out a beautiful Malbec and a nice chunk of Manchego to go with it. (He didn't even know that Manchego is my favorite cheese!) Everything Gary offers in his shop is supremely decadent and I always walk out with a smile on my face!

Went in looking for a Pinot Noir in a reasonable price point. He steered me in the right direction…read morewith a wine I had never heard of! I have now added it to my Vivino file :) Very personable and friendly. Highly recommend!

Consistently delicious; I was diusappointed to learn the lunch counter had closed when I went by in…read moreearly April. Is it still closed?

Last spring. 2025. The grab n' go items we purchased for a quick lunch were all over 10 days…read moreexpired. Not edible. Actually gone bad. When I called to let them know I had repeated questions. I kept telling them, Please go check your cooler and look at the dates. There was many more in the cooler. I was not about to drive back another 45 minutes to exchange or replace. We were finally at our destination and there was no leaving again.They gave me a very hard time.Check out about refunding the money they finally refunded the expired rotten items on the third person I talked to. Granted, it's the offseason, but two weeks past the sell by date.... and no prepared on date. The lobster tank pulled at my heartstrings. The water looked like someone had dumped milk in it.You couldn't even see one lobster.

Gorgeous custom charcuterie spreads!! Meticulously curated & so so yummy! A mixture of quality…read morecheese, meats, fresh fruits, honey, and candied fruit. I definitely recommend!

I love the name of this shop! The owners guessed the words to my secret mantra. I was happy to…read morelearn that a gourmet cheese store had recently arrived to this corner of Maine. Located around the corner from the main drag it's easy to find because of the eye catching chalkboard signs we saw on the sidewalk which point the way for you. There was an initial big disappointment here which turned out to be the first thing you are confronted with at the entrance and that is the metal spiral staircase that one must climb in order to enter. There is no other way in that I could see. Never mind how treacherous this could be on an icy winter day, the real tragedy here is that this means access is barred to those with certain disabilities, anyone in a wheelchair, a parent with a stroller, a frail elder and others that may have trouble navigating such a wretched means of entry. Once safely inside the space it's small but quite inviting and pleasantly decorated. The bounty is contained in one large glass-fronted refrigerated case and it's delightfully packed with cheeses from places near and far. The friendly man working there who I believe was the owner, told us to just let him know whatever it was we wanted to sample. Say no more! Already displayed were a few plates of already cut up cheese samples from which I took a number of nibbles. I love when shops do this although for hygiene sake I would have loved some toothpicks to spear the cheese rather than have everyone use fingers. I decided on the cutely named Ewephoria which is a sheep's milk cheese (get it?) from Holland. It's a hard cheese that was nutty and buttery. We loved it, so I'll be on the look out for it again. There were some artisinal salamis for sale as well that intrigued my husband. From trips to Tuscany where boar is king, he has become especially fond of this kind of meat. He bought some of the smoked boar sausage that he said was delicious. The shop also sells a small but decent selection of wines and some gourmet crackers. We wished they sold some fresh crusty baguettes which would have made this one stop shopping for the perfect picnic fare. There is nothing about what they are selling and how they are selling it inside the shop that I have any trouble with. It's great. What I hope is that the owners who have come up with a great idea for this town, will figure out a way to address the need for access to all. And from the owner's point of view, they should be thinking about all the customers who they are missing because they can't get in. I don't know how the appropriate changes can be done at this exact location unless there was a secret elevator or entrance I missed. But if not, there have got to be other available storefronts somewhere in Belfast in which to set up shop. Hello, calling Belfast realtors... This is dedicated to Michele R. whose reviews always take accessibility into consideration and from whom I've learned much about this issue. Her well articulated reviews have helped me to be more mindful about this kind of equality.

10/10 recommend this roadside market. We stopped in by pure chance recalling it looked "cute" on…read moreour drive to lamoine. Sure enough, we weren't wrong. The breakfast biscuit sandwich was THE BEST biscuit you will ever have the pleasure of enjoying. Granted, my opinion is that it was perfect for the sandwich, it wouldn't be dense enough for sausage gravy. It would have to be a topper rather than getting slathered if you know what I mean. I went lighter and got a blueberry scone which was equally as delicious just satisfying my sweet tooth vs his savory one that morning. Anyway, we loved it so much while we were eating I went back inside and grabbed two more scones - a blueberry and fig/almond for us to have the following morning for sunrise at Cadillac. Their lattes were also wonderful. I would shop here regularly if I was a local but for now the best I can do is rave about this place on the internet.

Bleecker and Greer out to be called "Prosciutto and butter" in honor of the item that we had today…read more This is a sandwich worth the hour long trip from home. The prosciutto was tangy and satisfying on the roll with butter. The sandwich is made already, and by the register so you don't forget to pick one up. Let me also say that the potato salad was stellar--the dill was a nice touch. The cookies were fantastic as well. I normally don't go for little specialty stores, but this one was reasonably priced in every way. The staff was friendly and pleasant. Go there. You won't be sorry.

Seriously, one of my favorite stores in the Boothbay Harbour area. The store has a lot to offer…read morefrom oils to vinegar's two sandwiches, cheese, wines, baked goods, etc.. I opted for a selection of various cookies and they were very delicious. The cookies had a little bit of softness to them, but a small crunch. You can sample oils and vinegar within the one section of the store. We love trying new oils and vinegar, especially to make a simple salad dressing. The store itself has such a cute ambience to it. You can even look out the back windows and see some of the water which really adds a special touch. The staff were amazing . They were extremely helpful to not just us as customers but other customers around.

I've enjoyed the excellent baked goods and specialty items at Eventide for a long time. Kim and her…read moreprofessional crew are patient and knowledgeable. They make my visits enjoyable every time.

Went here today for lunch with some friends, absolutely loved it! I had the BLT, homemade bread,…read morelocal bacon & fresh veggies was delicious! Staff was very friendly, they even gave up their last loaf of bread from the kitchen for our purchase. Very good, farm fresh ingredients with a weekly menu that changes. We will 100% be back as regulars. Thank you for the unique farm house experience!

could be said i've taken up (wkend) residency in Maine for the cheese. yes i kid but fyi, state is…read moresecond to NY for most artisan cheesemakers and i eat lots for breakfast, midnight snack plus in-between. some treats from this organic creamery: Bevre red pepper-basil spread, mozzarella for caprese, buttery Tomme and cheddary Haymaker.

We were driving on Route 1 and saw a sign for cheese, so needless to say, we followed it. It ended…read moreup being a 10-minute drive, and the detour was more than worth it! East Forty Farm and Dairy sells fresh meats and cheeses, the latter under Lakin's Gorges Cheese. We had the privilege of meeting Allison, the cheese maker and owner, and she was incredible. Not only did she tell us all about the cheese and the process, but she also introduced us to her baby cows! It was a lovely experience, and we cannot wait to return for more cheese and try their pork. The cheese itself was delicious. We already ate the Rockweed and it was one of the best cheeses we've had! The middle was briny since Allison adds seaweed to it -- it doesn't get more "Maine" than that. The farm has a self-serve fridge that's cash only but if you ring, Allison will come out and you can pay by card. Lovely spot, lovely people, delicious cheese.

Did the order ahead and pick up a cheese plate for 2-3 and it was divine. Had 4 types of cheeses…read morewith assorted accoutrements including buttermilk crackers which I would buy in boxes if I could. Absolutely make the drive out the peninsula or find where this cheese is stocked locally for you. Our favorite was the opus 42 and their casdilla blue.

Wonderful store with a huge selection of olive oils. We discovered a local cookie company and…read morebought all kinds of Monkey Shortbread. We shared the Monkey Shortbread cookies with multiple people. They loved these cookies! Our friends love their wine selection

Road trip from Brunswick to find this little gem of a store. Amazing sandwiches...the muffuletta is…read moreto die for! The olive salad on it...buy a jar to take home! The owners are awesome and their resident wine and cheese expert, Alex, is a certified sommelier...it was a true pleasure to learn, sample, and experience. The assortment of wines, vinegars, balsamic and olive oils is impressive and extensive for such a small location. Find this place and explore, definitely a destination for the food connoisseur or even just the epi-curious.

Excellent source of Maine-made best-made cheese! There's a purpose-built cheese cave where cheeses…read moreare aged to perfection. We found delicious samples at Belfast's United Farmers Market recently. With local organic milk from Jersey cows, their own organic starter, Canadian eco-certified rennet and sea salt.

I came in from NYC and was blown away by the selection of Sancerres. Can't wait to come back when…read morewe rent a cabin next summer.

My wife picked up a $75 basket that was so small and lifeless I could not believe it. It's called…read morepresentation guys come on! For $75 I expect a BIG basket with tons of stuff. and their gift basket options started at $25! Gee, I bet the $25 one you could put in your pocket! What she was given was a joke. It's a good thing I wasn't the one picking up, I would have never accepted it. and no gift wrap or package option was given at pick-up. GIMMIE A BREAK! Learn presentation and value or close your doors! Santa would NOT approve.