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    The Brookside

    4.5 (53 reviews)
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    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Breaded Fish Fry
    Norma P.

    Visited for the first time with friends a week ago Friday. As it was Friday I decided to have the fish fry...I chose the breaded with mashed potatoes for a side. The fish was delicious ...very very good and the portion of mashed potatoes was also good. I was disappointed in the small container of coleslaw slaw and the size of the very small roll. Definite opportunity for improvement in this area...even good Italian bread would be a great improvement and a larger helping of cole slaw would increase my plans to return.

    Brookside sandwich
    Greg O.

    Came in for lunch and had the fried pickles and a Brookside sandwich. The pickles were great both with or without dipping them in the sauce. The breading was crispy and not too thick. They were cut lengthwise like fries. The sandwich was amazing. Tons of fillings. I took half home and it was good as leftovers too. It's a sandwich I'll tell people about and will want to come back for.

    Poutine
    Vicky B.

    We came for a late lunch and I ordered the poutine. Although it's listed as a starter, it's a huge serving. I had half for my meal and the other half for a meal later that night. Every bit of it was fantastic- the yancy fancy cheese curds, the fries and the beef gravy. Service was friendly and quick.

    This is a comfort food place. The hot roast beef sandwich was very bland and unseasoned but the portion was nice for the price point. The poutine with pot roast was like warm, cheese wasn't melted and also unseasoned. The chicken bites were hard and not as good as Applebee's. They also were not properly sauced. But on the plus side the celery and carrots were spot on! They ran out of orange juice so I couldn't have my desired drink. Ordered a frozen strawberry margarita instead and it was the worst bad, too much Tequila for the ratio and it was more liquidy than frozen. Overall the service was good and the atmosphere was friendly and casual

    Wrap with a lot of meat in it.
    Suzanne S.

    The restaurant was very nice and clean with very nice decor. It was completely empty which is surprising for 1pm on a Saturday, but a few tables showed up while we were eating. Service was good, and food was fast. I got the roast beef, and the gravy was a little thick and salty, but still good. My husband got a wrap that had a lot of meat in it. My only concern of the restaurant and the reason I gave it four stars is the place is under construction and it smelled overwhelmingly like fresh paint. Really strong fresh paint. They needed to air out the place, I got used to it after 15 min, but it was really unappetizing at first.

    Fish n chips
    Aly W.

    Could have sworn I reviewed the Brookside way back when. I think the venue had recently gone under new ownership just when the pandemic started in 2020, and they rose to the challenge of reimagining their venue. We ordered takeout often. My favorite is their poutine. My husband and son like their wings. Another son enjoys their chicken tenders. We've since dined in a couple of times. The food is fantastic. They offer a good mix of comfort food and more creative offerings, as well as seasonal specials. I love getting a side of their wasabi ranch with the fish fry. They have a small bar and a good selection of wines, including a couple local wines. The restaurant is small but cozy. Service is great.

    A good selection - Blackbird Cider and Two Rods Hazy IPA
    Douglas S.

    We had been up in Lewiston and took the long way home, not knowing where we were we searched Yelp and saw this place close. My wife saw the menu had many good gf options so we decided to seek it out. So glad we did, we will definitely be back when we are in the area. One of the specials was a grilled peach and blueberry salad which my wife loved. So many options on the menu, you will need to come back a few times for sure!

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    1 month ago

    There good is great, prices are good and the waitresses are always friendly and very attentive, we fine there often

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    10 outta 10 but their was a lady who wouldn't stop talking behind us.waiter was Very nice and very polite

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    Food was great. Staff very attentive. Nice comfortable place to dine. The owner is very helpful to the community.

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    All the food is very good and it's a nice environment. Staff are all very friendly. I have not had anything that I didn't like from there

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    As for the ambiance it's a dive bar. Paint chipping, crappy flooring, there were coasters under…read moreour table so that it didn't wobble, but all was fine with that. The food was extremely good, we went for lunch and my kids didn't have much but me and my husband both had burgers, and they were some of the best burgers we have ever had. Mine had fried green tomatoes and so much cheese it was spilling out of my burger, my husband had a special that he loved. Next time I go I want to go later because the drink menu looked good. Overall very comfortable, laid back vibe. Will definitely return

    Lock 34 was the choice for this week's family lunch on our way home from our adventures…read more We arrived and walking through the expansive patio/bar area I was thinking that this place is going to be something good. Within moments of walking in to the big dining area which gave off a high end feel the hostess had us seated and the waitress had the drinks coming in record time. By the time she came back we were ready to order. We asked for the kids finger meal, Well our waitress Maggie clearly knew what it's like to dine with kids, our little helpers food came first and in record time. Super crispy chicken and fries which were reviewed as "super awesome ". I got a cup of French onion soup, it had a good layer of cheese and was full of onions, even on a 80 degree day that soup satisfied. The misses got the chicken bacon ranch pizza, which came out with a seriously generous covering of chicken and bacon and a nice perfectly cooked cheese/dough. Fantastic flavor and very well made. The garlic parm wings were great, came out extra crispy and saucy....this was definitely a house made sauce, it was well made and worthy of a French fry sopping. I was pleasantly surprised they were also quite meaty. I'm also a bleu cheese fan, theirs was chunky and had a familiar tang to it. I'm a huge fan of great service and good food. Lock 34 delivered on both. Even though it's out of the way of our normal area we eagerly are looking forward to a return visit.

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    4.9(21 reviews)
    24.1 mi

    I was surprised. I even liked the beef gyro! It was very tasty. Both meats, beef and chicken, were…read moremoist and nicely spiced. My partner ordered for us saying it's going to be a great lunch, and it was. He tried this place before. The large option was a perfect size for two. It's one of those restaurants where the best way to order is through their website. Or, just look at what they offer and which combo fits your taste buds the best. It would speed up the order process as well (at least for me;). I am not someone who can evaluate Middle Eastern cuisine from extensive experience or frequent consumption, but you should definitely visit Papa's Halal Gyro. It's truly worth it. Then judge for yourself. Yes, the garlic sauce is very intense but delicious. Just don't have it before a business meeting or if you are planning to have a rendezvous soon after your meal. The best, find a partner who loves garlic as much as you do ;). Next time, I'll try White Home/Dill Sauce with just a splash of Mint Sauce, and maybe a little Garlic Sauce on the side.

    If you're hungry, this is the place to go. We were amazed at the amount of food we got for a very…read morereasonable price. Everything was very fresh and tasty. The young man serving us was very helpful, and provided samples of the beef, chicken, rice, and sauces to try before we ordered. Loved the tzatziki sauce but the garlic sauce is INTENSE! We passed on that! We would have been smelling like garlic for days to come! Very small place, only seating for maybe 4. Definitely designed for take out.

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    The Brookside - tradamerican - Updated June 2026

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