Stopped in for breakfast while visiting the area and was impressed! Eggs Benedict was delicious,…read moreloved that they had the option for hashbrowns. Tried the sausage gravy and it was stellar. Would definitely stop in again when in the area. Had a great local vibe and our server was attentive and service was quick! Very reasonably priced!

Atmosphere was great, food was great, and service was great. Wish I'd found this gem sooner!read more

Literally the best BLT I've had in a long time. I had it on rosemary bread (they toast it, but I…read morechose it not toasted) the bacon is applewood smoked cooked to PERFECTION and lovingly laid out on the bread. The tomato was cut not too thick and not too thin, a delicious sandwich!

The food was terrible. The waitress forgot to come back and they did not want us putting 2 tables…read moretogether for my sons birthday. The service was OK but not terrific. The atmosphere had much to be desired. Burnt toast and very expensive for breakfast.

My parents had raved about their previous experience here and wanted to bring us. We did arrive a…read morelittle later than open on Saturday and it was quite a long line. So firstly I would recommend showing up early or to expect a wait especially on weekends. Also related to this their space is quite small it can be a little chaotic with finding a spot to sit. Despite the small space they have made sure it is very beautifully designed and amazing vibes overall. Makes sense why it is so popular honestly. We snagged some of their outdoor seats and enjoyed the nice weather with our breakfast. They have a good mix of sweet and savory and talking to some others in line they said you honestly can't go wrong with anything on the menu. They have a great amount of coffee drink options too and when you order a large they are not lying, it is huge. I finished mine during breakfast but my wife and mother got theirs in a to-go cup before we left and looked like a normal sized large still. Food wise I felt like I had to try their Blueberry French Toast and it did not disappoint, great take on the dish. Only real complaint I could say is I would prefer a little thinner slice of bread so it can soak a little better but no real complaints. My wife got the Librarian Omelette (minus mushrooms) and it was large and jam full, they did not skimp on ingredients. Her only real complaint was some bacon was thicker than she prefers but again minimal. If you are looking for a spot to grab some delicious breakfast and/or coffee in central Maine this should be near the top of your list. From the overall vibes to quality of drinks and food you will likely have a difficult finding a better spot.

We tried Pistachio Chai latte, Chicken wrap and Toast. Chicken wrap was decent and the toast was…read morebaked in house. The toast came with complimentary jam and tasted delicious. The Pistachio was too sweet for our taste.The vibes and the energy of the cafe is amazing. It offers scenic view to dine outside.

Okay service Haddock chowder was more like potato soup…read moreway too many potatoes very little haddock and thin flavor was decent. Seafood platter was pretty terrible haddock was either frozen or old calamari was hard to find inside the breading same with the shrimp way to thick of a breading. Maybe I just got the worst things on the menu not sure but we went out after to get more food elsewhere.

Jodie's is a gem in Wiscasset! From the food to the service to the view of the water (and…read morepeople-watching all the folks in line across the street), this place ticks all the boxes. So even though this seems like a classic breakfast and lunch spot, they are open til 8pm so we were able to stop in for dinner while bypassing the rush hour traffic. So glad we did! The friendly host gave us a great seat by the window and our server was wonderful - quick and very accommodating with our modifications. Great beer and wine list too. My daughter's butter pasta was a big bowl of nice, buttery fettuccine that she devoured. The club sandwich is a tasty classic, served with house-made potato chips that are super crispy and addicting. My favorite bite, though, was my black and bleu burger. I'm a sucker for this particular type of burger and this rendition was one of my favorites - big juicy patty, plenty of funky bleu cheese, super fresh veg, and a homemade roll that held up nicely to all the deliciousness. The side salad was LOADED with veggies (just how I like it!) and the raspberry vinaigrette was so good, I could drink it. We took home a homemade lemon cookie with cream cheese frosting that was flipping outstanding. At the end of it all, I was super happy with how reasonably priced everything was, especially for the quality and portion. The people here are also a big draw - every interaction was kind and genuine. Just good people serving good food. Don't wait in line - go to Jodie's!

What a hidden gem in a town i've never visited before. I decided to make it to brunch for mother's…read moreday weekend and i really can't recommend this spot enough for a delicious and down to earth meal with people you love. I think the space is very cozy, with an open kitchen and wood tables and bar. The cute little market in back is wonderful to check out before or after your meal. The staff is absolutely wonderful. So kind and making recommendations along with answering any questions you have. I think for the price of food you are really getting a great deal. Everything is made fresh in house from scratch which you can watch when you sit at the bar which i did. Watching orange juice wbu freshly squeezed and the donuts being put together from absolute scratch. The burger is definitely a great choice, I couldn't get over the house cut fries and the alna sauce was wonderful to dip them in. The burger was juicy and delicious and paired perfectly with the Volcanique red they had on the menu. My mother ordered the grits and eggs, this dish was cooked perfectly and had a house made salsa verde. The side of sourdough is a must get for shareable side. The house made jam was spectacular - they make every sauce and dip and spread in house and you can really tell. It elevates the meal so much. The drinks were a bit overpriced in my opinion but as someone who lives in Portland i wasn't surprised they were priced that way. The standout from the meal was definitely the sour dough donut. This was fried fresh to order and we had the seasonal flavor that was lime glazed and it was absolutely breathtaking! The crispy exterior with the fluffy inside was perfection - you have to order this. I definitely will need to come and check out dinner here. Highly recommend making the trek out!

A place like The Alna Store really does need to be located in rural Maine, a solid hour from…read morePortland. Everything about The Alna Store is so special--it's possibly the best meal you will ever have, while inside the most unpretentious building, an actual store that sells produce and specialty gift items. A place like this should be experienced as a planned outing, not just a restaurant that's happened upon. A James Beard Award winning restaurant inside what could have been my grandparents' barn, along with beautifully mismatched silverware and repurposed green wine bottle water glasses--what could be more Maine? On both visits we were so excited that we arrived about a half hour early for our reservation, yet were welcomed and promptly seated. The service is excellent, and the food is next level out of this world. I couldn't help but want the person I was with to try what I was eating so we could try to parse out the complex flavors in each dish. Is that a tomato base? Chives? Ginger? Cucumber? We enjoyed every bite of every plate. Both times we started with the gazpacho, at dinner it was served with a grilled/toaster piece of sourdough focaccia. Fantastic! My dinner entree was the grilled squash with roasted peppers and delicious, flavorful breadcrumbs, and fresh mint leaves--it was our favorite plate of the meal. We both had desserts (pictured), the cake looked impressive as it tasted, yet the berry crisp was our favorite. Everything at dinner was so fabulous that I had to return, this time for brunch. We started with a couple of cups of our favorite Tandem coffee, again the gazpacho, and this time tried the ratatouille. Again, the flavors! How do they do it? Everything looked and tasted as if it was prepared with care. One more observation, how mistakes are handled: the person I had brunch with was vegan and the ratatouille came out with cheese. Our server promptly recognized the error, brought a remade dish, and at the end of the meal brought a complimentary vegan sorbet and said that "mistakes are celebrated", which we appreciated. Because of all of the much deserved accolades The Alna Store has recently received (James Beard, New York Times), the parking lot was full of out of state plates from Massachusetts, Maryland, Oregon, so be sure to make a reservation, and enjoy the people watching while you eat possibly the best meal of your life. We are so fortunate to live within an hour of this very special place. A solid five stars, please don't change a thing. I can't wait to try the fall menu!

This place was such a surprise! I hear diner, I think greasy spoon type vibes. This was so chic and…read moreclean.! Mom and I both wanted breakfast for lunch, and they do it here. So French toast was the choice, with PERFECT thick cut bacon that had the richest flavor. Yummmmm. Our waitress was as sweet as pie (which they don't have here lol)

Small town vibes at the diner. Went with a group of lady friends. The food was "just" ok, but they…read moretreated us great. Thanks!

Home style cooking at its best! Love the staff and prices…read moreare more than fair. Will always hit this hole in the wall!

The Marketplace Cafe is conveniently located right off of Route 1. The set up is typical diner…read morestyle, but could definitely use a bit of sprucing up. During our visit, almost everyone else in the restaurant was a regular, so this place is geared towards locals that all seemed very neighborly to each other. Not so neighborly for tourists. Our waitress was pleasant but not too attentive to us. The food was quite well cooked and delicious.

Everything was incredible. Personally recommend the stuffed French toast/Screwdriver combination.read more

Waves is a small-ish place, but comfortable. The decor fits this harbor town. No waiting at all as…read moreLabor Day crowd seems to be thinning out. Quick service and very friendly and attentive. We are always looking for the best corned beef Benedict when we go for breakfast and this one WAS good during our last visit but we were a bit disappointed that it is now just corned beef - not hash. And as to the bans split, it was a bit sweeter than I would have liked and expected given the description. But it is good! The reason for only 4 stars is the pesky flies that just bugged us all meal. Otherwise, Waves is a 4.5 out of 5.

Stopped in here to grab a quick bite to go. The waitress was…read moreabsolutely lovely and very helpful . We got the grilled haddock one was on gluten free bread (was nice not a huge mark up .)The sandwiches were very good . Got onion rings and hand cut fries both were delicious. Absolutely loved the coleslaw would have been happy with just that . Looked nice inside very casual with nice outside seating area as well . The pumpkin whoopee pie was excellent and looked like some wonderful cakes and pies all made there.

Food is fresh and outstanding. Very generous portions and the staff are friendly and hard working.read more

Great local diner. Specials every day. The staff was great. The coffee was drinkable. My chowder…read morewas very good and available for breakfast! Fresh biscuit that came with it was great. But ... We get 3 stars for $$- $14 for a cup of chowder and a cup of coffee is ridiculous. I suspect the from-away Tesla's and sports cars parked in front can afford it!

You've been coming here for years and it's always fantastic! Super good consistent comfort foodread more