Cute little warf spot in Camden. Service was great at the…read morebar when we waited for our table. Drinks are strong! Our table over looked the bay. Perfect to watch the boats and free water taxi coming and going. Our waitress was very busy. We didn't see much of her, but she did a nice job for having so many tables. We tried the clam chowder. Way think and rich. I'd love to see more clams, but only because I like mine full. There was plenty in the bowl though. Needed a little more salt & pepper, but I like that it doesn't come out over seasoned so we can fit our taste buds. Husband had the 1.5lb lobster . He said it was really good. He said he needed at 3lb to be full. French fries were crunchy on the outside and perfectly soft in the center. The way I love them. I ordered the "fried" haddock Ruben. I ordered mine broiled instead. Perfectly toasted marble rye bread. The fish was pretty buttery and not a large piece of fish. Maybe a little too much for my personal liking. But the haddock had good flavor and texture. Slaw was ok. Felt like it needed a distinct flavor to make it pop! 3 bean salad was really good though. Lobster was $35. I felt like that wasn't a bad price. Overall, I'd stop in for lunch again.

We loved it! We had a mocktail which was very refreshing. We started with the seacuterie. It was…read moregreat! We liked all of it; it just needed more crackers. We then had lobster rolls for our mains, and they were very good-some of the best we had our whole trip. We ate outside and enjoyed the view. Our server was Noah, and he did an awesome job. We loved it!

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.

$42 "rare" steak was crispy brown. My table mate's "medium rare" was barely pink. We didn't…read morecomplain because the spare wait staff was already under severe pressure. The good news: my husband's pasta was hearty. But overall, not a good experience, and I won't try again.

There are usually two restaurants in Camden worth trying amongst the many tourist traps and…read moreFranny's is one. I first went to "Francine's" over 2 decades ago! While it was a lot cheaper then, and maybe a bit better, we throughly enjoyed our meal here. The biggest improvement is the comfy outdoor dog-friendly tent. Service was very sweet and prompt. Our ribs and swordfish were excellent. The tent has a large floor rug which added a homey touch. The only downside was the 70s rock canned music. Otherwise, this is one of only a few worthwhile dining experiences here.

Went to Franny's for the hubby's birthday and we had a delightful evening in their "tent" seating…read moreon the patio. Be advised they are strict about seating your party exactly at the scheduled time of your reservation. It's a small venue so timing is everything, and very understandable they have strict rules in place. The food was delicious, we went for the Greek style pasta and steak frites. Steak cooked exactly as ordered. Service was friendly and surprisingly fast by Camden standards. A great spot for locals and travelers alike, be sure to make reservations.

One of the highlights of my short time in Camden. Being at the end of the summer season, finding…read moreavailability for dinner was a challenge, but we were able to snag a late reservation on a Tuesday evening. The vibe was cozy, warm, and inviting, which was a far cry from most places we had visited which seemed a bit exhausted and ill prepared to deal with lingering fall tourists. The food was phenomenal with complex and interesting flavors. The calamari was crispy and the chilis and sauce were the perfect complement. The chicken was also perfectly cooked and seasoned. But by far the best dish was the mussels. The broth with the soft chunks of sweet potato and bread to soak everything up was perfection. Cocktails were also unique and tasty. 3 alcoholic drinks, one small plate and 2 entrees was $100, which was well worth the price for the quality of the food and atmosphere.

My best friend and I were in town for a holiday weekend and were lucky to find a last second seat…read moreat Cafe Louis. I am not sure it is fair to say service was slow since it was late/the holiday weekend factor, but do note there was only one server in the space. Lots of love to them for squeezing us in. I liked that the space felt like someone's home. It was quite intimate. The menu was very unique and offered a lot of fusion feeling items. I am not sure if it was just the circumstance, but the food fell a bit flat for us. My best friend ordered the burger and it was pretty burnt. I got a sort of scallop curry that came with bread. The curry was lovely, but would've been really great with rice. I ended up using the bread making it a bit of a bread curry. Would be interested to try other things on the menu.

As a Yelp Elite member, I don't give one-star reviews lightly, but unfortunately I feel this…read moreexperience warrants one. My husband and I visited for drinks and spent a few hours at the bar. During the first part of our visit, we had a wonderful time. The atmosphere was friendly, we enjoyed meeting other patrons, including several Canadian Army veterans on a motorcycle tour, and the service from the initial bartender was excellent. We appreciated being allowed to play a complimentary game of pool. Unfortunately, the experience changed dramatically after the bartending shift change. From that point on, we felt unwelcome and believed staff chose to side with a small group of patrons during a disagreement rather than taking the time to understand the situation. Ultimately, we were asked to leave, which came as a complete surprise and left us feeling embarrassed and disappointed. What makes this especially frustrating is that we had spent a significant amount of money at the establishment and had been enjoying ourselves without issue for most of the evening. the way the situation was handled left us feeling dismissed and unfairly treated. Based on this experience, I would not return and don't recommend this establishment to other visitors.

Very good for what it is. Cuzzy's is a tavern with food. The burger was exceptionally juicy and…read moreflavorful, but not exceptional. The chowder tasted of cream, the potatoes were soft and subtle and cooked and cut properly; the clams were fresh and the amount resting the just not enough range. The clam chowder was way too thin and was a soup or broth. The butternut squash soup was underwhelming. The ambiance including decor and vibe is excellent. Fun. The service is classic Maine. Grumpy, slow and impolite with a smile. Drinks are very good. P

Food was okay queso was yummy ... The inside seems to look…read morenice and a good vibe , They have inside & outside seating on either side to choose from. It is a restaurant inside/ below apartment complexes (if you like that) It's Side street parking it was easy for us to find parking during a slow weekday . Can't say the same on a busier day/night It definitely was a different vibe than the pictures that what were expecting though but that may just be us , The prices for what you get we will say 6/10, & we are from upstate ny so we get higher prices 100% but there are quite a few other restaurants in town for more , better food & all for a lower Or just around the same price but better food and more selection . Drinks 6/10 Food 8/10 Presentation 9/10 Service 5/10 but they were nice to us , at least there's that . Would deff give this place a try if you haven't just to from your own opinion but I'm not sure it's a return for us personally .

If you are looking to play bocce, then this is a nice indoor spot but unfortunately that's where it…read moreends. The food and service were mediocre at best. We ordered two types of sliders, one being the fried chicken and they were almost inedible. The chicken was barely fried and then buffalo sauce was slathered all over them. The burger sliders were ok but nothing memorable. As far as the service, while the bartenders were friendly when they came around, they couldn't keep up with the crowd. We waited and waited to be served and they most times did not even look at the guests at the bar to see if they needed anything. While I may try this place if I'm in the area again, I can't say it would be my first stop to hit.

Our second visit to Winona's, and we were just as impressed as the first. The food is thoughtful…read moreand beautifully executed, and Hannah and Devin provide the kind of warm, attentive service that makes the experience truly memorable. Winona's is such a unique dining experience and easily a standout in Camden. If you're in town, get a reservation--you won't be disappointed!

OMG, we've had a place in Hope (nearby) for five years but never tried/heard of this place. And…read morethat is our loss! Devon and Hannah are the couple that own and run the place - he's the ridiculously talented chef and waiter (or chef that delivers and describes the food) and she's front of house (greeter, waitress, sommelier, and seems genuinely happy! The food...so so so so good and unique. If this place doesn't win major awards I'd be shocked. There are maybe 10 tables so even when "busy" it's never chaotic (well I've only been once and it wasn't too crowded but Hannah said as much and she seems very honest!) The food and service is very much the appeal and they absolutely nailed it. Pointedly they did not spend a lot on interior, yet it's simple, tasteful, and appealing. They don't open every night, just Thu Fri Sat - which is why they still love it - their words but my wholehearted agreement. It's not inexpensive but when someone has clearly mastered their crafts like these two, I am onboard every time. Also, you know when you love a place but after going a bunch of times you get kinda tired of the menu? Well these two change menu every three weeks! Camden has a bunch of restaurants that cater to the tourists - they are fine and some are even good but not special at all. But this place, what can I say, I fell in love and will be back often! And if you are a foodie tourist who wants to treat yourself, you must come!

Natalie's was an incredible experience. We had great service from beginning to end. Water was…read morealways full. Our server Ella was fantastic in walking us through the menu, giving us suggestions for our trip in Camden as newlyweds, and continually asking if we needed anything. We had a table outside with a beautiful view in the evening at sunset. And the food & wine was AMAZING. A big shout out to the Chefs and our Sommelier, Erik, who did a fantastic job. We had the Lobster Tasting Menu and Wagyu Steak and it was unreal. I would highly recommend. Dessert was some of the best I've ever had at a restaurant. We left so happy with our experience and would do it all over again. Thank you the whole staff for making our night so great.

Hadn't been to Natalie's in 10 years so it was time to try again. Beautiful Saturday night in…read moreMarch. We were met at the entry and the host at the greeted us by name. Nice touch. White table cloth service. Servers were all excellent. Knowledgeable, friendly, efficient. This place has the best fine dining experience in the mid-coast. Food was outstanding- every course. I did find the printed à la carte and dessert menus odd as they list the dishes' main ingredients but lack any preparation detail. So we found ourselves having to ask about several dishes before being able to make a selection. Maybe it is on purpose but it made me a bit uncomfortable to keep asking about preparation of the dishes throughout the courses. The only real negative for us is the same negative we had 10 years ago. We were seated in the porch area and I suspect they fill this area first as it has wonderful views of the Camden Hills. Both times we have been seated in there, there have been loud, fairly obnoxious diners (#-bombs flying this last visit) in the room with us. Complete turn off but nothing the restaurant can do about it. We will try Natalie's again but will forgo the porch dining for another room.

Lobster bruschetta is amazing. I recently got married and had my wedding reception here. Lobster…read morebruschetta was the hit of the night with guests food wise. Andrew one of the owners was a pleasure to work with! Amazing views from their upstairs room. Beautiful location and good food/drinks.

We arrived into the Barrens to a lovely ambiance and pleasant encounter with the Staff. After…read moreordering, the appetizer was very unpleasant. "Blueberry Salsa" nothing more than blueberries and onion with chips coated in dense strips of black pepper that hurt the pallet to eat. The main course was plain and wet. All the food is filled with Rosemary in a way that over-powers the non-existent other flavors. The bill came and the price of our strange food made with date, rosemary, and black pepper felt very wrong. Guess we payed triple for the ocean view. The menu appears normal at first but every item seems to randomly have nonsense ingredients mixed in. 2/5 would not go again. Many great restaurants in Camden, this isnt one.

We had a party of 2 at 3:45 pm on Friday, 6/19/26. We came to watch a World Cup match and have a…read moresnack. Service was good and quick. I got a cider and we split wings and a hummus plate. Everything was pretty good! The back porch looked really nice and I would've loved to sit out there had they had TVs. Good place to watch sports.

First time visiting this particular Sea Dog location but have had their beers and been to most of…read morethe other locations. This one is located in downtown Camden and offers some outdoor patio seating with great views. Sea Dog Brewing is by no means in talks of outstanding beers or brewery considering the far superior competition the state of Maine has. Even their most popular blueberry beer tastes much more artificial than you would hope. Sea Dog has been a brewery for a long while but I don't think they have kept up with the quality of craft beer you can find now. Now despite that negative talk overall about their beers I do believe most of the locations do offer quality pub food. You will find a variety of options including sandwiches/burgers, salads, pasta, soups, and more. It's a spot that everyone in your party including picky eaters will find something they want. It does have a lot of space available for dining. Service wise during our visit was alright. Ordering took awhile and time of seeing our server from one time to next took a little while. Food wise I went with Sesame Chicken Bowl and my wife got the Sautéed Lemony Chicken Piccata. Food was alright, my wife's chicken was quite dry. Overall I think it's an alright spot to grab a bite to eat when in Camden. You can likely find better spots but like I mentioned they do offer quite a variety here so give it a shot.