Recent birthday visit. Busy for a Saturday with one section completely filled. Our waitress was prompt with our drinks. She recommended the Reuben but the smell of seafood in the air had me order the blackened haddock on a spinach wrap with fries and coleslaw. I was not disappointed. The haddock was fresh and melted in my mouth. Perfectly seasoned. The fries were hot and crisp. The coleslaw was sweeter than I like but still good. Our waitress stole the show with her bubbly personality. If you are in the area stop in definitely with the trip. read more

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Weathervane always has delicious food and thoughtfully prepared Maine menu items. I actually recognize some of the older Maine recipes from my grandmother's cooking I got to experience in the early 80's. Service is wonderful, and the ambiance is perfect Maine lake-life in a small town! Nice local bands sometimes play upstairs. Downstairs is a more casual atmosphere for trivia nights and more appropriate atmosphere for dining with children. We love the Weathervane! Side note, the Weathervane has been in existence since at least the 1950's, when it was a simple hot dog stand at Readfield beach. read more

This Restaurant might be the best. I had the Prime Rib. My sis had the crab cakes. My niece had pasta primavera and her husband had the ribs. I tried everything and it was amazing. For appetizers I highly recommend the fried mushrooms. (10+). We also had the Spinach/Artichoke dip with toasted garlic bread. Amazing. The waiter was fantastic and the drinks were great. Then, after an amazing meal, we went downstairs and sang some Karaoke. If you are in the Winthrop/Readfield region I give this place a 10+. It's a must. read more

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I just want to update this review to reflect my positive experience since my last review. I've had a great exchange with the owner, June and understand the issues surrounding my previous unpleasant experience. I get it and have worked in the restaurant business in the past. Sometimes things are beyond your control and unfortunately service or quality has unintended consequences. She fully reimbursed my dinner and I very much look forward to a return visit. read more

The food is always so good! I love the steak AuPoivre, so I order it every time we have dinner here and it never disappoints! The owners are amazing! Ambience decor is very appealing and the drinks are always delicious! We will be back with our friends next time. read more

This was the worst visit to a restaurant I've honestly ever experienced. We arrived at 530pm and were told 45 minutes. Asked for drinks and put in an appetizer order and went outside to wait. 45 minutes turned into almost 2 hours. See there was a woman singing to recorded music and people didn't leave their tables. We checked on our table multiple times and were told 10 minutes or so. We watched as multiple parties that arrived after us were seated and eating. We weren't. So once we're were finally seated the waitress greeted us and let us know "just need to let you know that we are running about and hour and a half to get your food out." What? Oh, they let us know this was all because of a private party downstairs. But there wasn't a private party, just 2 large tables. This was a management issue and they did nothing, offered nothing except to let us know salads might come out quicker (it was only and hour.) all of this wasn't the waitresses issue. We actually felt bad for her Pic below was the men's bathroom. Classy. I'll be glad not to go back to the Vane again. Title of worst experience ever earned! read more

Weathervane Restaurant & Lounge - Men's bathroom- gross - Seafood Near Me - Readfield, Maine

The atmosphere was clean, casual and cozy. We dined inside but tables were available outside with a lake view. We had our hearts set on lobster as it was listed on the marquee as a special. Unfortunately, the waiter came back to inform us that the last of the lobster had just been ordered and they were out. Begrudgingly, we opted for the lobster roll. It was absolutely delicious but not quite what we had wanted...it was a sandwich for the same price as the broiled lobster dinner. I thought it was a bit expensive for a handful of lobster meat as I dont normally eat white bread. Like I said, the food was very good although a bit pricey. Our disappointment eventually faded as we were pleasantly entertained by the extremely friendly and attentive waiter. The staff as a whole were awesome! We will definitely be going back! read more

The Weather Vane in Fayette, Maine is a fantastic spot to hang out with friends. It offers a chill vibe and guarantees a relaxing time. If you're in the area and looking for a place to unwind and enjoy the company of great friends, The Weather Vane will not disappoint. I highly recommend it. Food selection is nice, something for everyone! read more

A huge thank you to June and John for catering the reception following my father's memorial service. The staff were exceptional and the food delicious. We are grateful for the care and attention to detail they took to make this event special. read more

Always a great place to get great food on Maranacook Lake! My favorites are the chicken primavera, the house salad with cottage cheese dressing. Their wings and crispy Brussels sprouts are great too! read more

Karaoke nights go crazy, especially when the guy who sings Mambo Italiano is there, hilarious! The food is decent if that's what you're there for. Service is quick even on busy nights and karaoke hosts get people excited. read more

I have been driving past this place for years and wondering whether it was a good place for dinner, but never had the chance to stop in. Recently some friends suggested that we meet there and I finally got my chance to check it out. I was so glad they did! Unfortunately, I left my phone at home so couldn't take pictures, but the decor reminded me of a ski lodge, complete with moose head over the fireplace. We went a few weeks after Christmas, and the holiday decorations were tasteful and sweet. We were loving the atmosphere and the friendly service. The salmon encrusted with maple walnuts was just to die for - maybe the best salmon I have ever had. My husband said his shrimp scampi was a bit oily, but not bad. Our friends had salad and a chicken dish, and said each was good. Now that I know there's such an enjoyable restaurant close to home, we will be spending more time there - maybe next time on a night when the band is playing downstairs! read more

Weathervane Restaurant & Lounge - Blueberry Mojito - so refreshing on a hot day, and - bonus! - beautiful - Seafood Near Me - Readfield, Maine

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Wonderful patio for Sunday brunch. Good food and more importantly excellent staff who hustle and are efficient.

The new owners have taken the Weathervane up another notch! It is simply great food and wonderful service. We have a new favorite spot. Music during dinner was great upstairs. The bar downstairs is fun and welcoming with events of karaoke and trivia. The prices are reasonable for the fare with plenty of options. The drinks are well done. The view is amazing, and the friendly warm atmosphere is wonderful. Go here for a nice dinner but get a reservation because the locals know its good. read more

We stopped here on our way to Kents Hill Camp. Food is decent especially that there is nothing in the area to eat. Family owned and staff is very nice and friendly. read more

I am new to the area (Kennebec County) and have been checking out area restaurants to bring friends & family to when they come to visit and explore. What a GREAT find this restaurant turned out to be!! The service (Trudy especially), the food, and the ambiance were wonderful. There is lovely artwork by a local artist on the walls and books by local writers by the windowsill. A large moose head hangs above the fireplace, adding to the Maine feel and vibe. The place was clean and the young man bussing the tables was adorable, pleasant, friendly & did his job well. I had the baked haddock and a piece of blueberry pie. My family shared ONE stuffed mushroom with me (that's all I could talk them into sharing because they were LOVING them). I think next time I go there (and there WILL be a next time), I am going to get an entire serving of stuffed mushrooms for myself... they were FANTASTIC!! Our only feedback/criticism would be the small portion sizes in relationship to the prices. I personally felt the haddock filet was good sized; however, my side dish of sweet potato fries was small, but they were very delicious. I prefer quality over quantity when dining. Folks at the table felt Weather Vane's quality was excellent, but the quantity was bordering on the "too small." We poked our heads in to check out the karaoke downstairs, and that looks like a blast.... next time :-) We all highly recommend checking out this little gem. It is worth the trip. I can't wait to go again. read more

Definitely improved and the staff are 5 star. I also appreciate that they have tasty non-alcoholic beer available. Entrees are generous but not overwhelming and most come with a nice side salad and potatoes, sweet potatoes or rice. A great local option especially for those of us who live nearby. Thanks!! read more

Love having a LOCAL restaurant featuring fresh seafood and a great wine list! Save room for the homemade carrot cake!

Great food, good service and love the outdoor patio. Have had brunch, lunch and dinner here and enjoyed the meals and drinks each time. Will be back when I'm in Maine again. read more

Can't say enough about The Weathervane. Food is great , try the fried haddock club!!! Great drinks, friendly staff, always a good experience !!!! read more

You know what I like about the Weathervane Restaurant & Lounge in Readfield, Maine? Nothing. Not a single thing. I went there tonight for the first time. My party arrived a few minutes either side of 6:00 PM. By the time I left in exasperation at 8:05 PM we still had not been served our meals. That's just unacceptable and inexcusable. It can't possibly take over 2 hours to put together a Waldorf salad. How Weathervane ever got a good reputation is a mystery based upon how we were treated. They comped us. Big deal. Two beers and and a fried mushroom appetizer. In summary, I'm NEVER going back, not even if they paid for my gasoline. There are plenty of restaurants out there vying for my money and I'm not dropping my cash in a place with substandard service. read more

We weren't so sure about this place, since it only had 9 reviews, but our lunch was excellent! We had a wedge salad to start. It comes topped with crispy bacon and diced tomatoes and the blue cheese dressing is excellent! We ordered a steak and cheese sandwich and a pulled pork sandwich (special) to share. We loved them both. The buns are soft and doughy and both came topped with melted cheese. Mackenzie was our waitress and she was so sweet and helpful. The patio was breezy and shaded - the perfect spot for a lakeside lunch! read more

Wow what a great place with awesome food and amazing service to match. After some disappointing dining experiences this vacation this was a pleasant surprise. Great menu with awesome specials. Keep up the great work. read more

Very good food. Had the clams, outstanding. Distance seating was not exactly 6ft, we ate outside. Compared to other restaurants, we were not asked for a name and phone number should Covid arise. I felt safe; more ore less. Food was excellent. Waite staff wore a mask, owners did not and they tabled to table. read more

We had a very nice dinner here, pleasantly surprised! The service was fantastic, felt like family in just a few minutes, On a fall day with not too much if a crowd, everyone seemed to know each other. Decor is a throwback, wood paneling, cool, and great views over the water on this fall day. Traditional comfort food and seafood menu, Mia had chicken parm and buffalo wings, Kim had braised pork, I had a great spinach cob salad with their homemade blue cheese dressing and baked haddock. All good! If you are in the area it must be for some reason, as it is the middle of nowhere! But if you find yourself there stop on in! read more

Weathervane Restaurant & Lounge - Spinach cobb salad with blue cheese - Seafood Near Me - Readfield, Maine

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This was probably my fifth time there this season. Had a reservation. Apparently you can not reserve outside but it was obvious two large parties had reserved a large amount of seating on the porch. The alternative was a way too cold basement that smelled awful or picnic benches outside. I'm not about to sit at a picnic bench and pay those prices! Very disappointed! Went to on The Hill in Winthrop instead. read more

I live right done the road. It's so nice to have such an awesome restaurant out in the country like this. It has been family owned for years and now one of the daughters has taken over. Her and her husband are doing an amazing job. The food is great, the atmosphere is great and the entertainment. Keep up the great work June and John. read more

Tried this place a few times before making a proper decision. Food always take an hour plus to come out and isn't high quality, lots of frozen product. Seems like they can't keep staff either. Every time I've seen the owners they are usually just drinking and gossiping at the bar, whole place is a little bizarre. Won't be returning. read more

Always look forward to the specials and the staff is top notch. Sitting at the bar waiting for take out - love love Kat's margaritas!!!! Great atmosphere!! read more

Came here to grab dinner and do some trivia. I'm visiting from out of town we ordered our food at about 645pm and it's 815pm currently and still haven't received any food. I have never been to a restaurant where I've waited over and hour and a half for food. This is completely unacceptable I'm surprised this place is still in business. Never again will I come back here. read more

Good food, very informal, Pricing on the upper side of reasonable. Has a strong bar ambiance, so a heavy drinker might give it 4 stars.

Ben Johnson is the best waiter around. Stopped in to the closest place to Kents Hill School just before a Prep School Hockey game. Food is great and drinks awesome - atmosphere is perfect. read more

Weathervane Restaurant & Lounge - a group of people posing for a picture - Seafood Near Me - Readfield, Maine

Living nearby, I took the family there on a semi regular basis (once or twice a month). Sam the waiter was always great and while the food was a bit pricey, it was always good. It was my wife's birthday and we hadn't been there in a bit so i decided to take her out to the Weathervane. We were early enough that seating wasn't an issue and as we were looking over the menu a guy and gal began setting up sound equipment under the moose head. We placed our order and that's when it all went down hill. The noise from the 2 performers was way too much. I sat down to try and enjoy a meal with my bride and we couldn't even talk to each other. We couldn't hear the waitress and she couldn't hear us. We asked her to turn down the noise (yelling in her ear) but it changed very little. Then the musicians invited "cousin Steve" to come up and sing. I can only describe him as a nasally voiced version of Willie Nelson. We couldn't get out of there fast enough and have not and will not go back. I'll gladly go west and eat at the Chuck Wagon instead. read more

This is by far the greatest atmosphere I've been in. The entire staff including the owners are unexplainably heartfelt and find time to chat extra with their customers to ensure everything is going the way they would like. The food is amazing and there's not a thing I can complain about. Not to mention the beautiful lake view from the gorgeous sitting deck and even from inside the dining room. Highly recommend this place for anyway coming through the small but amazing town of readfield. read more

It's a dingy dive bar. The owner is an alcoholic and treats his patrons poorly. The drink choices are limited and rarely change, the service is fair to slow, however I've been told the food is decent. I have had too many experiences with the owner treating people with disrespect that I can't in good conscience recommend this place. I give it two stars because it has the potential to be a decent place to eat a meal and have a drink if management changes its mannerisms and decides to not be a raging alcoholic. read more

We recently moved to Readfield from New York City. We were curious as to whether there would be a place close to home that we could enjoy. The restaurant was only short walk from our front door so there was great potential for this to be our, "go to " place. We were not disappointed. The menu was as you would expect offering an acceptable selection of apps, soups and salads. Nothing earth shattering here. But it was the special's menu that caught us off guard. We were so impressed! There were real, high quality items as entree choices, all made with local ingredients and home cooked. The meals we ate were delicious. I am 100% gluten free, so my choices were limited on this 1st visit and I was limited to a salad, steak, potato and steamed veggies. My wife however, was treated to a broiled haddock filet, with lemon, white wine, garlic and mushrooms. She raved about it. For dessert, I was able to indulge a bit. They offer a multitude of freshly made pies and cakes. My (gluten free) choice was the french silk pie made with a pure, baked coconut pie crust. OMG, it was so good, i took one home too. I rarely get to have dessert when we eat out so this was special. After we finished our bottle of wine, which we selected carefully from a well priced list of well known, (restaurant darling's), we retired to the bar/lounge area situated downstairs. Walking down the stairs and hearing the music and the crowd gave a real, "speak easy" feel. Remember, we are in as rural Maine as you get and we just moved here from Mid-Town Manhattan. Needless to say our expectations were set quite low. The lounge was packed. It was Saturday evening around 9pm and we didn't realize that there was a separate entrance and parking lot around the back of this lakeside gem. The music was top 40 and played by an energetic live band that featured a lead singer that somewhat resembled our hostess. That's right, the restaurant is family owned and the entire family is musically inclined. We popped another cork and were treated to classic versions of some of our favorite songs from the 70's, 80's and from today. Our evening at The Weathervane could not have been more enjoyable. We stayed for several hours and get back there as often as date night will permit. We highly recommend the Weathervane for anyone who enjoys good food, quality ingredients, warm atmosphere and the chance to make new friends at wonderfully warm, lakeside diamond! Gene read more

Being from Hartford, CT and unfamiliar to the are, we weren't sure what to expect based on the previous reviews amounting to less than 10. At the Weathervane We were greeted by 2 very informative and warm staff members and decided to sit downstairs in the lounge. It definitely has a distinct odor which should be taken care of! but we were highly impressed with the food and were able to make fast friends with Meghan the bartender. Then to our surprise, a band started playing that we couldn't believe we hadn't paid a cover to see. They were awesome! And we enjoyed the night feasting and continuing to make Maine friendships. We are scheduled to meet friends there again at the end of the week. read more

Omg! Come at least once per year and this place runs hot and cold. Tonight's menu and service were awesome. Melted Brie with a warm baguette and apple slices was perfect as was the artichoke and Parmesan dip with crostini's. Had the seafood casserole and they didn't scrimp on the lobster. The one negative was the salmon was a bit on the dry side. Carrot cake is enough for 2. Kristen was a great waitress, great personality, didn't hover. She was fun. Will come back again because the food and waitress were very good tonight read more

Stopped here after a nice kayak on the lake. Food is ok, onions rings are not homemade(I asked and was told there were). I would of ordered the sweet potato fries. Takes a while to get the food. read more

Though I have not tried any of the food here, The Weathervane gets 4 stars for atmosphere and service. The entire staff was warm, friendly and welcoming. The owner personally made it a point to introduce himself when he discovered that our group was from out of town. That is the type of hospitality that makes Maine charming and inviting. read more