i really wish cooks would be more open to seasoning their patties in burgers. And i'm not talking…read moreabout just salt, i'm talking about garlic, onion, paprika, oregano SOMETHING other than a pinch of salt and pepper.... Ironically what WAS over salted was my fries. The cheese was stringy tho which is always a + but it was just a boring meal. Great drinks, boring meal, and they should invest in a Mancala board game set

Mind you I have been known for open minded terms of restaurant places & one of the people in the…read morecoffee shop informed me that they were open & they opened but not realizing by accident the door wasn't unlocked (OOPS) but dined at the bar & had an Acadian Burger with spicy bacon and fries (told them no strawberry cream cheese & had BBQ sauce x2) . Looking at the bar well stocked with spirits, beers, food paper acclamations, authentic Irish music plus attentive staff who made sure everything was accurate including your food tastes terms of burger temperature. Yes photos coming & now you know.

The tofu was amazing! The best we've ever had and we eat tofu all the time and have for almost 20…read moreyears so that says a lot! It was crispy, perfectly sized pieces, very flavorful (I think it was teriyaki) and the portion was generous. We had the pizza special of the day (elote) with vegan cheese and it was decent. The breaded cauliflower app would have been better with some salt/flavoring in the breading and the brussel sprouts had great flavor and texture but they burnt them a bit and it took away from making them a 10/10. The environment was a little loud but the view of the river was nice and the server was pleasant even if a little busy and absent at times.

I met friends for lunch and enjoyed a delicious sandwich …read more.. it was blustery outside but I bet the river is lovely on summer days when you can dine outside. Highly recommend !

Had the fish chowder and a tuna melt. Fish chowder scared me at first because it was…read morethin....reminded me of my Mother's, of which I wasn't a fan. Turned out to be very flavorful. Tuna melt was good, great bread. The service was very good and the atmosphere was warm. Lots of locals with a good mix of travelers like myself.

Food was mid at best…read more Beer wasn't cold. Service was mid. The reason I sit at the bar is for service. Convo with the 2 gentleman at the bar was great. Woulda been 2 star without that.

We were in Bangor for a graduation ceremony and found Nocturnem on Yelp! Had a great experience!…read more Beer selection was excellent. Food was very good. Our group had a burger, flank steak tacos, steak and cheese, the meatball trio and the burnt ends flatbread. Everyone was happy with their selections. Our server was really nice and very efficient. They had live music (Friday night) and the singer was a lot of fun!

Smoked Wings are so good!! So they have theme nights:…read moreMonday: Industry Night Tuesday: Taco Tuesday Wednesday: $1 Wing Night Thursday: Burger night Friday: Live Music night 7-10 Saturday: Flight Sat Sunday: Funday Wings are smoked and the sauces are on the side. It is a bar so it is bar service. They are busy, but they work for their tips!

My first trip to The Claddagh Irish Pub at the Hilton Inn in Bangor, Maine was in January of 2026…read morelooking for a place for a group of retired teachers. We get together one a month to chat about old times and our retirement. We take turns choosing a different breakfast restaurant each time. After a few years we had tried most of the regular places in the area. I was looking for another centralized place when I drove by The Hilton Garden Hotel in Bangor, Maine. They have a breakfast buffet every morning from 6-10 AM. I was greeted promptly, seated and options explained. The buffet, which included the coffee, seemed just right. The serving line had all the usual offerings: scrambled eggs, French toast, pan cakes, sausage, bacon, home fries- not the shredded potatoes, etc., and a fruit bar. The best part was the 2 chefs who prepared to take your order for anything else. I got the omelets with bacon, mushrooms, onions, green peppers and cheese. The waitress was very pleasant and checked frequently for coffee refills or if anything else was needed. The omelets were outstanding, same with the fluffy pan cakes, soft French toast, especially the crispy bacon. I have been back 3 times since January of 2026. Great chefs, staff and food. If you are in the area, you can not go wrong by giving them a try.

The food here was really good. The service was fast and friendly. The restaurant is located…read moreinside a Hilton Garden Inn, so that sets the ambiance a bit. But I stopped in as a local, not a hotel guest. I'd go again.

Great food , live music, new beers to try. What could be better???????…read moreLobster Rangoon is a fun dish to try !

We stopped in here on a whim on our way back to Surry and it definitely satiated us. It is very…read moreunassuming and gives a locals vibe. Most people were sitting outside enjoying the weather so we were one of maybe 2 parties inside. The person behind the bar was very helpful and we ordered a mead and a glass of wine. Both were good! We also ordered fries and green bean fries. Both were actually really tasty. Since this place is so small inside, they don't have a full kitchen but they make it work! They have some dishes on the menu that make me question how in any world they get these on a plate without a full kitchen but they do it and they do it well. While we were eating, we heard multiple times how their lobster mac and cheese is they best thing they've ever eaten. Unfortunately, we were not there for anything involved, just a quick stop or else I would have been intrigued to try it. I would stop back in here for a chill vibe if I'm in the area. They seem like such good people that I'd love to support.

We dropped in for an early dinner on a weeknight at the end of October. The temperature outside…read morewas about 44 degrees. The temperature in the dining room was about the same and despite a large number of customers wearing their coats at the tables, the staff did nothing to remedy the situation. The place was clean and cute, dog-themed and decorated for Halloween, and the menu is basically all burgers, salads and sandwiches. We split a classic naan breadsticks, which turned out to be a naan flatbread pizza that tasted and looked like a crappy frozen pizza from a gas station. We also shared a classic cheeseburger that was pretty good; definitely above average and comparable in taste and size to Smashburger. The men's room was clean, service was okay, and that's about it. Prices were comparable to other places in the area, but given the uncomfortable HVAC, waitress upsell, and lousy, inauthentic naan we won't be going back.

It's a small bar with excellent food. The menu offers extensive smash burgers, yummy appetizers…read more and drinks. With about 8 tables, it is small for a restaurant. It is a narrow space, but it seemed like a larger one. The food was excellent. I got a gouda burger and ended up taking half of it home. The app filled me up--four nice sized egg rolls stuffed with reuben ingredients. Yummy! The only sticking point I had was the unfriendly service. When I thank a person for every little thing they do, I kind of expect at least a smile. Not happening. Perhaps if I had bought alcohol it would have been friendlier? That kind of is off-putting. Nonetheless, great food.

We wanted a quick bite near the airport before we drove to Acadia! This place was so cute with a…read moreview of the water from the outdoor seating. The New England clam chowder bowl is massive, sharable, and delicious. The shrimp and lobster pasta had decent portions of the meat but unfortunately the lobster was kind of dry/hard. The pasta was still good! Overall yummy but probably would get a different lobster dish.

We really enjoy Sea Dogs beer, I'm a huge fan of the Blueberry. I guess I come here to be punished…read morebecause I like the beer that much. This location has the absolute worst bartenders at any location we've been to. Twice in 3 days, they have been inattentive with little or no folks at the bar. The first time, we just wanted beers. "Oh you'll have to wait, there a shift change". Second time, 7 people at a bar that handles 20-25, came in for dinner and beers. We waited over 10 minutes to be asked if we wanted to order food. Then another 15 minutes to pay the check. The location is super nice over looking the river with an outside deck. It's too bad staffing is such an issue. Be aware if you're coming to this location.

I really dig Bangor Beer. They're not located in "downtown" Bangor but just a few minutes out near…read morethe big box shopping area. Let me tell you, there is nothing "big box" about this place. It's quirky and fun. Outside is a garden area for nicer weather and I believe they have live music at times as well. Graffiti-style murals including Rick & Morty (can't find my exterior pics anywhere) and other fun stuff. They even had a bouncy house when we were there. And yep, we bounced around like kids. The interior of the brewery is also pretty quirky, chill, and fun. The employees and clientele are super cool & welcoming. They have a decent food menu that includes stuff from Oriental Jade (Asian restaurant that served Chinese and Japanese food). Oriental Jade had been around for decades. If you're a Stephen King fan, you know all about it. Their food is yum. Anyway, Bangor Beer has a lot of other offerings like fish & chips, burgers, typical fare that tastes anything but typical. The drinks: Yes they're a craft brewery and they also offer cocktails and mocktails. I've only had beer (did try the NA beer that had & it was good). Their pours are of the highest caliber. The taproom has 12-13 different beers on draft at any given time. And of course, beers to go (cans). Draft beers in growlers too. Oddball is probably my favorite. It's an oat stout that sits just right on the tastebuds. The 10-12 is a great IPA with just the right amount of hops. Total A+ spot.

Love this place. Staff are engaging and quick with the witty responses, there's always something…read moreentertaining on the TVs, not sure why, but marble races are my favorite, a great variety of beer and games, but don't sleep on the food. Guilty pleasure are the Mac n Cheese bites, and their curry noodles are so very tasty. Always something new to see or taste, 12/10 will continue to do it again.

The 14oz waygu Steak Frite was EXACTLY what my tummy was craving. There were other dishes I was…read moreconsidering but I knew the waygu would be the only thing I'd think about all night. The portions were generous, I did not eat all of my frites because I wanted to have space for my steak. Staff were friendly and the service was good.

Pretty good burger for a pizza spot. Fries were good too. And the pizza ain't bad…read more Service was pretty nice by the whole staff here. This was a good find in Bangor.