Beth's kitchen cafe was absolutely amazing!…read more I stopped for lunch with my family and had a great experience from start to finish. You order from a counter and they bring your food to the table. Their menu is very diverse with everything from sandwiches to breakfast pizza. I enjoyed blueberry soda and the sandwiches were delicious! Bring your appetite as the portions are huge. Beth's has indoor and outdoor seating and displays local art work throughout. A must stop if you're in the area! The prices match the quality of food and all the staff are extremely friendly

Really wanted to love this place. Meet a couple friends here one day for lunch. We ordered hot…read morebeverages and various lunch options. My one friend got the lentil soup and said it was cold so she a shed that they reheat that. My husband got a bowl of French onion soup and it arrived in a cup so he kindly told them he had ordered and paid for a bowl. They did return with a bowl but he said the soup was awful. Sigh. My other friend got a vegetarian open faced sandwich which thankfully she seemed happy with. I got a side latke (ok) and an egg sandwich on a croissant and it was pretty yummy. Phew! We all found it to be cold in the restaurant. Lastly we bought various desserts to go. They looked amazing but were far from it. We sadly threw 1/2 of them in the trash! Nothing worse than spending good money to eat out and the general feeling is "just ok".

Turkey Reuben was delicious. Ribs were great - generous portions. Service was friendly. Wish they…read moreserved Coke products.

If I'm this far inland I'm not typically looking for seafood (god forbid I ever live in say, the…read moreMidwest) but the idea of baked haddock stuffed with crab was too tempting to pass. Much better than I was expecting and they were willing to accommodate a few last minute friends who stopped in. Also, and importantly, one of the most unique coleslaws I've ever had. Are apples a common ingredient? It should be.

Love it. Good Food! Going in for breakfast this morning. Trying the omlet will let you know.read more

Such a cute place. We went really early around 4:30 pm a Friday evening. Empty but the take out…read moreorders were coming through. The person working the counter and phones was amazing. They were just so kind and easygoing. Great customer service and I loved her red pants. I would almost go back just based on the service. The food was good. Not amazing, but great for a winter evening. The lumpia was fresh and tasty. The rice was huge! Portions were big. The food was good. All of it seemed fresh and I can appreciate that! We passed on desert but the dessert case was a tease. We will be back for more.

Cute little bakery. Usually not super busy. There are no…read morevegan options but I was able to get an English muffin with avocado and veggies which was pretty good.

Awesome Changes in side looks so cute ! Ways great and fast…read moreservice. Pmade to order sandwiches fresh baked bread

Long time customers here, & we'd like you to know you will never get anything but the very BEST…read morefood here! My wife puts in an order & it is hot & waiting & handed to you with a lovely smile as you enter the restaurant. This is amongst the best eateries in all of western Maine!

From the excellent service we received, to how happy my children were with the meal, we can…read moredefinitely say we will be back. The sourdough toast was delicious with American cheese. Just a simple classic and with homemade tomato soup - it was perfect for a cold day. The kids enjoyed a meatball sandwich and a hamburger, they were both very happy. My teenager even tried the tomato soup combo I had and thought it was the best thing ever. Score all around I would say. Lots of seating, clean bathroom, and great service. I would be happy to come back for simple food like this. They also make all their own bread (except the sourdough) and all their own dishes - love this!

Staying in the area and thought this place was a gem--just the type of small business I love to…read moresupport. Unassuming, but fun interior with an extensive selection of local beer and cider and a menu that changes daily. Service was great, food was upscale and fresh (but prices were reasonable), and we loved the vibe. I had black bean tacos (taco tuesday) and my husband had a burger.

High cost, low portions, OK food. Chicken sandwich - very tasty but only 2 small pieces of breast…read moreon a large bun for $17. Side of fries for $5 - soggy and greasy. Side of coleslaw for $4 - served in a 4oz sauce container and it had no flavor. $3 to add bacon - not bad not great! I wish the sandwich was bigger, the sides just sucked.

Unfortunately, though most of our food was delicious (best buffalo chicken sandwich I have ever…read morehad!), we came in just after a storm and the restaurant's internet had been out. This caused some frustration among staff, and perhaps the few other patrons. One table next to us had two very unruly children and one teenager who was like us, quiet and polite and simply trying to get through the experience. Had it been any of the four of us adults we'd have taken our food to go to get those kids out of there. Sadly, management didn't suggest they leave. We nearly had one of our three children melt down because she's sensitive to those situations. As I said, six of our seven meals were good, but it was Father's Day and the one dad in our group didn't care for mustard BBQ. We paid for it and got a different style to take home, but that ended up being a disappointment too (too much garlic to suit his taste). Again, our server did the best she could given the circumstances, but we were only in town for a few days and can't commit to trying them again.

The corn bread was very good. My meal was good but a member…read moreof my party had a terrible experience. She ordered $18 pasta dish with a garlic sauce according to the menu with basil tomatoes and mozzarella. She was very a large mound of angel hair with a thin watery tomato sauce. Tasted like spaghettios and was served cold. Server took it back to microwave (yum. Microwaved spaghettios). She also brought a teaspoon of the advertised basil. My friend was disappointed and could not eat her meal. Food was sent back with nothing else being delivered. They took $9 off her bill for a meal should could not eat. Server did not handle this well. It was a group of 9 , but still we should be able to dine out together.

What a great place! We stopped for breakfast on our way through Maine based on the menu we saw on…read moreYelp. Our breakfast was delicious! We enjoyed the Belgium Waffle, Highland Egg Sandwich, and Breakfast Burrito. The ingredients were very fresh and our food was served nice and hot straight out the kitchen. Best scrambled eggs I have had in a very long time! The staff were super friendly , service was great and the dining area was really cute. We highly recommend Lakeside Essentials!!

From the owner: Lakeside Essentials is your new go-to breakfast spot in the heart of Bridgton, Maine. Nestled near…read morethe lake, we offer a cozy, welcoming atmosphere where locals and visitors alike can enjoy fresh, made-to-order breakfast favorites. Whether you're starting your day with a hearty egg sandwich, a hot cup of coffee, or something sweet from our daily specials, Lakeside Essentials delivers quality and comfort in every bite. Stop in and fuel up before a day on the lake or a stroll through town, your new favorite morning tradition starts here!