Came for drinks after a dinner out. Amazing drinks- and…read morebartender was outstanding and on the ball. Friendly and so welcoming. Stop her for a drink ( or three). Camden closes up rather early- but you can catch a drink here for sure.

Best meal of my trip so far. Smoked Maine Salmon and slow cooked pork shoulder quesadilla were to…read moredie for. Very genuine, friendly and welcoming. Cozy and jazzy-cool atmosphere.

What a unique cocktail bar. We spent much too long here drinking way too many drinks - but the…read moreowner/bartender and drinks were so amazing we couldn't leave! We absolutely loved every cocktail we had. Perfect spot right on the water - cozy, intimate, perfect.

A night I'll always remember. After my Fiance and I eloped we stopped into Paper Plane and…read morecelebrated with a few cocktails. So lovely. High end, but approachable. Affordable but thoughtful, and delicious cocktails. Wonderful conversation and wonderful people in a beautiful space.

Fifth or sixth time here, mostly because I forgot it was only ok. Food is ok. After you're seated,…read moreservice is ok. BUT they let you stand in the hot sun in front of what seems like the door, they clearly see you standing there, but they don't tell you to enter from the side until 10 minutes have gone by. Takeaway: enter from the side. And then, if you're one of the MILLIONS of people who can't eat mayonnaise based sauces, then you're out of luck, especially if you want one of the specials, because they will not leave the aioli off the special. Even though it's a sauce at the bottom of the plate. No, sorry. I mean, Le Bernardin doesn't do that unnecessarily pretentious stuff. Only average. Except the stuffy attitude. Will pass next time.

In the end, the food absolutely overcame the distraction of the dysfunctional check-in process and…read morethe length of time for the meal due to the kitchen being backed up. I frankly almost left after 15-20 minutes of standing at the host stand with no one to help. The crowd was growing restless to say the least and no one really seemed to care at 18 Central. Once seated inside, I was drawn to the view out the back of the restaurant over Rockport Harbor. Pretty amazing to say the least. The food then turned the tide. From the country pate to the scallop crudo to, of course, the oysters, the food was excellent! The entrees got rave reviews, as well, with the BBQ chicken with a jerk flavor being go flavorful and savory. The fried chicken with a bit of heat also was a crowd pleaser,and finally, the steak frites were done very well. Personally, I also loved their cocktail and wine menu, which had some innovation without trying to be too off the beaten path. Overall, I would go back, but I would book earlier in the evening and come with my patience in tow.

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!

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)

It was ok but it did not impress me. Though the food was mostly good and the space was nice, the…read moremenu was rather limiting, the dishes had flaws, and the service was a bit off with regard to timing. I had a Black Manhattan cocktail, supposedly differing from an ordinary Manhattan by use of a different kind of bitters (Amaro) and "filthy cherries." These seemed like basic good quality maraschinos to me (3); nothing "filthy" about them. Nevertheless it was good, fruity, and ample strength. The appetizer selection was small and heavy on bread-based items. (No free table bread was available - grrrr.) Most didn't appeal but the Roasted Garlic did, served with bread (2 kinds: a toasted crostini and a fresh crusty sourdough). The garlic was a whole head, sliced open for easy access and presented on a very hot plate, sweet and mellow from long slow roasting, and served with a choice of cheeses (molten blue, brie, whipped feta, or chèvre) - I chose chèvre and it was very good and a generous portion. A very simple dish not often encountered in restaurants. In retrospect this was the best part of the meal. I felt a little rushed at times and impatient at other times. It took a very long time to get the appetizer so I had nothing to dilute the effects of the strong cocktail. But then more than once I was asked about my entree before I was ready; once when ordering the appetizer and another time soon after I received it and hadn't made up my mind yet. I held my ground and told them I wasn't quite ready, and they accepted that and I took my time eating. There was an eclectic selection of wines by the glass. I had an interesting rosé from Slovenia. My entree was a roasted fish filet (halibut I think? It's no longer listed on the menu) served over a tomato-based sauce. This sauce was richly scented and complex and the plate was attractively garnished with micro greens. But the fish was on the small side and the flavor was monotonous - no discernible browning on the top. The other component, probably an herby cucumber-yogurt sauce resembling raita, which should have been a cool complement to the hot tomato broth, instead was melting unattractively and dispersing into it. Perhaps most disappointing, there was nothing else to this dish. It needed a starch or something (rice, boiled potatoes, or even more of those very good breads from the appetizer - wish I had saved some.) So it's good I got the appetizer first, or I would have left rather hungry. Desserts were also very limited and most didn't appeal. I decided on the Clafouti, which is a baked tart, thicker and heavier than flan, with fruit (black cherries) It was way too hot, didn't have enough fruit, and ice cream would be a far better choice than the amorphous blob of whipped cream it was served with. I should have skipped dessert. It was so boring. As for ambience: it's a crowded, noisy place but in a pleasing way. Very small, and I had reserved one of the 6 seats at the bar (I was dining solo). It's whimsically decorated, like with the grape-covered nude statue holding a candle. There was attractive artwork on the walls, some of which I believe was for sale. I did detect smoky odors coming from the kitchen that other reviewers have noted but I consider that a positive thing, not a negative. So come here if you wish. Check it out and form your own opinion. As for me, I wasn't sufficiently impressed and wouldn't return.

Not a place that I had on my radar, but I saw a sign for it on my drive down the coast and pulled…read moreover. You would struggle to find a cafe or restaurant with a better view, as this looks out over a harbor that is basically what you'd picture in your head for being in Maine. The menu included buckwheat crepes both sweet and savory and some gelato, so I indulged and got a crepe with gelato on the side. Even the sweet crepes use a buckwheat base, which I liked. The earthy flavor makes a useful contrast with the sweetness. Their house caramel sauce was buttery and toasty in flavor and combined well with bananas, so say nothing of the smooth stracciatella gelato I mixed with it. I couldn't have asked for much more.

I get nervous when I hear about a gelato shop. Am I *really* going to get gelato? The kind I've…read morefawned over in Europe? The reviews and mission at Freya's appeared promising, so I decided to give it a go, especially since the product is made in-house. Unfortunately for our group of four, there was only one flavor of gelato left an hour before closing time (and good for Freya's). My spouse went for that gelato--coffee--while the rest of our group went the sorbetto route. There were four flavors remaining: strawberry, passionfruit, guava, and lime + jasmine. I had tastes of everything, including the gelato. Sorbetto-wise, I was especially impressed with the strawberry, and the passionfruit was a close second. My only nit pick is that the guava was icier than the other three sorbettos, but the flavor was still punchy and refreshing. As for the gelato, it was European quality. Huzzah! I was so mad that I hadn't gone earlier in the day for more of a gelato selection. That taste of coffee really left a good impression. I'm thrilled to report that the folx at Freya's know what they're doing with their gelato and sorbettos. If you're snobby about your gelato, rest assure! You'll be really happy at Freya's.

We went to brunch at Albatross today and it was 10/10. Very friendly staff and really charming…read moreatmosphere. I can't recommend it highly enough! We're thinking about going back for dinner this evening...

Stayed at the Cedar Crest Inn and had an after dinner snack here and man was it delicious. We had…read morethe smoked fish dip and shishito peppers with an additional sweet chili sauce, it was truly 5 star. This place has many different tapas, great personal service, and seriously worth it! Want to try everything on the menu, that's for sure!

This was our second stop on our Camden adventure and WE LOVED IT! We were coming from Lucky…read moreBetty's and found this charming wine shop. It's super intimate store with some seating inside and a lovely outdoor patio. The bartender was super sweet. We ordered a glass of orange wine each and she gave a generous pour. We sat in the back patio in pure bliss. It started to rain, but our table had a big umbrella that covered us. We loved having our wine in the rain. They also serve cheese boards and on certain evenings oysters. The space felt like hanging out at a friend's place. They have a gender neutral single stall restroom in the back. If I lived here, I would definitely frequent this spot. I highly recommend checking them out.

I can't say how many times we have walked by this quaint little spot in all the years we've been…read morecoming up- but never again. This is a must stop. The staff is so friendly and accommodating and the chairs outside make it feel more like you are having drinks at a family party more than anything. Well a "family party" where the people inside have a fantastic knowledge of their product, a top notch product, and the patience to make anyone feel like the wine they e been looking for is just tucked away on one of the shelves. They are kind and the spot is welcoming, what more could you want?!

Adorable. The…read moregentleman behind the counter was super kind and helpful with not only wine selections in his bar but also with local restaurant suggestions. I wish they offered wine flight tastings.

The area's best selection of wines (and cheese) from around the world offered by friendly and…read moreknowledgeable staff.

The cutest cafe I've seen in a very long time! The cafe is attached to a hotel which makes it very…read moreconvenient. The coffee shop also has a gift shop and a very spacious lounge area. The colors are vibrant which was non believable. I got a maple latte and it costed $7. It was made by the sweetest barista (I forgot her name), but she was so helpful and bubbly. Definitely recommend this place if you're in the area!

Was really surprised by this little cafe tucked in by the hotel! My friend and I were looking for a…read morequick place to grab a drink and some treats, and found this place. Suffice to say, it was way better than we expected. My friend got the Pink Owl and a cinnamon roll and I got a pumpkin spice latte and a pumpkin crumb cake. Both pastries were phenomenal: soft, just the right amount of sweetness, great flavor. The Pink Owl was a refreshing drink that was just the right amount of sweetness without overpowering the green tea (if you like sweeter drinks, it may not be for you). The only reason I didn't give this place five stars is the pumpkin spice latte was disappointing. Didn't really taste like pumpkin and seemed watered down.