Fantastic gourmet shop to grab key things you need for entertaining: wine, cheese, salami, &…read morehousemade dips for your charcuterie, the tastiest crispy chips. Don't miss the frozen case featuring Afterglow ice cream sandwiches made in Maine. People will fight over the Classic sweet cream between brown butter chocolate chip cookies. The restaurant no longer has regular hours. But their Wiener Wednesdays featuring inventive hot dogs, along w/ curated pop-ups are not to be missed. They're really community-minded, so great local stop.

If only I lived closer... I'd be at Vessel & Vine ALL. THE. TIME…read more I've been a huge fan of this wine store for years. It's got so much character, and the people running it are some of the nicest humans ever. I don't think I've ever left without a smile on my face, or without a bottle (or two) of something new and interesting. Their selection is incredible; not just wine, but also vermouths, Campari, and even pasta and bread?! Like, what don't they do? And the vibes??! Perfection. In the winter, it gives a mix of Scandinavia and Spain, and I'm so here for it. Oh, and they have a full wine bar with pours and bites. Just go... you'll thank me later.

This is a cozy place on grey days and has outdoor seating in beautiful weather…read more With an interesting menu and great drink options, you'll have lots to choose from. High end dining and professional but friendly service make for an enjoyable evening (As Bowdoin parents, it's a short pretty walk to campus and you might spot a polar bear working there!)

Went here for brunch today with a few friends and must say that I was very impressed. The staff…read morewas friendly and the space was quaint as one would hope for in an historic inn. I ordered the breakfast sandwich which was atypically served on slices of bread as opposed to an English muffin, but it was fantastic! The eggs were fluffy and delicious, and were complemented by a buttery lemon sauce that made the whole dish. Highly recommend.

Had an absolutely excellent dinner. Drinks and champagne were great. The Damariscotta Oysters were…read moreperfect. Steak and Frites was excellent. The wagu beef was so tender and perfectly cooked. The lobster bisque was smooth and delicious. The green salad was delish. The staff was attentive and efficient. We will go again!

Before I get into the issues we experienced, I will say that we had a great night. Our server was…read morefantastic, the space is beautiful, and some of the food was tasty. The issues were glaring though. We arrived early for a group reservation of 10 and started at the bar. The service was very slow and we got the sense that the bartender was frustrated that we showed up early with the idea to have a cocktail before our reservation. Bar service continued to be painstakingly slow throughout the night. The restaurant was somehow out of several of their menu options (despite the restaurant not being busy on a weekend day). Not the end of the world, but it left us asking some questions. The major issues really arose when our entree courses were served. They had somehow ran out of french fries, and you could see that in the portion size of the frites in our steak frites (the picture included in our review was our plate -- we had BY FAR the most fries out of those at the table who ordered steak frites). And they ran out of steak - one of the people at our party who ordered steak frites was served a hamburger (which isn't even on the menu). Overall, I thought that we overpaid for the food and if it wasn't for the good company at our dinner - I would have been very frustrated.

I was born and raised in Maine and come back a couple times a year to see my mom here in Brunswick…read more I hadn't been yet to the Ram and Bull which took over a previous restaurant spot, and decided to give it a try based on the fact that one of their weekly specials was lobster stew. Let me be clear, I am typically disappointed over and over by the lobster stew I have in Maine. In my mind, it should be classic, with milk, butter, Sherry, and lobster meat. I've been searching for this version from my childhood for the past 30+ years and I finally found it here. Have they added a tiny garnish of rosemary to the top? Yes. Does it make me angry or detract from the sweet perfect flavors of the stew? No. And the lobster meat in the stew was tender, as it should be, rather than having simmered way too long and being tough and chewy. Their crabcakes also were nice and generous, although I don't love the spicy remoulade (I feel it's too strong for delicate crab flavor) and the texture was a bit soft for me. I'm looking forward to being back during my stay and trying more items from the menu! Oh, and don't sleep on the service here, it was excellent. From several people asking me how my meal was or just saying hello, to the amazing Travis behind the bar with his big fabulous personality. Yay!

First time in this place even tho it's very close to where I work. Met a friend there recently for…read morea girl date to catch up on life. The interior is beautiful. The brick work, and art work on the walls is quite lovely. The hostess was amazing. I never got her name but she was so friendly and informative. Said we came at a good time before "after work rush" Here's where I felt things didn't go so well. We placed our order for a couple of entrees and tossed in an appetizer. The place was NOT busy and everything came out at the same time. Huge faux pas. After that, our server must've visited us a dozen times asking if we needed thing. I jokingly said "we're good just leave us alone" It's a huge turnoff to be hounded and not have your orders timed appropriately. ‍sorry not sorry. You wanna be semi-fancy, your service needs to reflect that Now food. I ordered the Porchetta Bahn Mi, friend had a wild rice beet salad? The app was fried pickles. Bahn Mi was ok. Every "handheld" is served on brioche so that was a bit of a turn off for a Bahn Mi. Half the part of them being delicious, is the bread itself. I didn't taste the friends salad but looked inviting. The pickles didn't seem cooked enough? Not very crispy. Maybe that's why everything came out all at once. I might give this place another chance

Went here with my mother for my birthday! They have a lovely wine selection and allow you to sample…read morethe wine before ordering. Food was incredible, I come from a Greek family and was not disappointed! Portions are on the smaller and pricier side, definitely more of a "special occasion" dining spot for me at least. Staff were friendly and helpful. Atmosphere was cozy and rustic. Overall great experience :)

Delicious food and fabulous atmosphere! We had the side room and it was like a VIP experience.read more

Great service & nice atmosphere. Food is okay, was expecting it to be better as usually the…read morerestaurants are so delish in hotels! Especially being close to bowdoin college...

Sat at the table for 35 minutes, no service. Don't order a mai tai or you will drink mud. Dump.read more

We just stopped for a cocktail before dinner Great service…read more Very unique cocktails Well worth the stop

UPDATE! Thank GOD they got over the weird, savory…read morecocktails. I went in recently and it was fantastic. Yeah yeah I more or less trashed the place before because I had a hair across my ass over the cocktail that tasted like Thai food and hot dogs. I got over it. And, apparently, so did the bar staff. It is often very busy in the summer when so many people From Away are in town, so be ready to wait. That said, in my not entirely humble opinion, it's a good place for a cocktail or five.

Not sure what to say ... the coffee was good the space is different not very welcoming more of a…read morewaiting room atmosphere. Patio looked nice but it was raining

Fox & Fiddle Café is exactly what Yarmouth needed--truly delicious espressos (the best for miles…read moreand miles!) along with incredible lattes and a nice selection of teas. The baked goods and savory bites are just as wonderful, so there's always something tempting. The atmosphere is fabulous--tucked into the Community Music Center, it's cozy, creative, and totally welcoming to all. It's perfect for that morning espresso after a nice walk or an afternoon pick‑me‑up! Service is friendly and efficient too.

Such a cute restaurant! We've walked by this establishment so many times and have been meaning to…read morecome by to check out. My husband and I finally had an opportunity to come for a date night before heading to the movies. (Such convenience having a few restaurant options and a movie theatre in town!) We only had time for drinks and an appetizer to share and they did not disappoint! The service, drinks and food were all great and we cannot wait to come back again!

Nice little place in Freeport, ME. Indoor and outdoor seating with table service. Server was…read moregreat. Sardine Toast was delicious and I would highly recommend. Lobster roll was good too.

I love this place. It's got an interesting spin on the classics, as well as some things you've…read morenever heard of. I tried the fish n chips, which were tempura battered and so good! The building is super cool as it's stainless steel everywhere. The service was excellent, I never had an empty glass. The menu is unlike anything I've seen in Maine and ever changing specials are must try. A little pricey, but worth it for the higher end experience. Bonus, they had nonesuch brewings maple cream ale that is quite possibly my favorite beer of all time now.

This restaurant is "Wai Momi" (waters of pearl) a please near my home when I lived in Hawaii…read more Endlessly finding treasure, "pearls" every time I come. The flavors are beautiful, surprising and rare (at least in these parts) and very much welcomed. My first visit was to try the food, now it's the service that brings me back. It's a family and they welcome you with open arms. The ever changing specials menu keeps you on your toes and wanting more. It's adventures, exotic and sexy....yes, you heard me, the food is SEXY. This week, I was seconds away from proposing to a miso glazed black cod, before I realized that my or may not be frowned upon. It was silky, sweet and cooked beyond perfection. I paired it with Viberti Piemonte Filebasse, EXQUISITE. I can't say I've ever had a bad meal here, but I have had some better than others and this one stands alone.