The Humble Seafood Restaurant In Maine That’s Been Owned By The Same Family For Over 3 Generations

Dining in Maine is always a treasured experience. After all, we're home to some of the world's best seafood restaurants. From fancy landmark restaurants to hole-in-the-wall eateries, there's no wrong way to enjoy fresh Maine seafood. Today's feature spot is one with a storied history; in fact, it's been operated by the same family for over three generations. Here's more on why you'll want to add the Village Inn in Auburn, Maine to your dining bucket list. Don't forget to bring your appetite!

Welcome to the Village Inn! Tucked away in Auburn, this humble restaurant has been welcoming locals and visitors alike for generations.

The restaurant's history began in the 1950s when the original restaurant first served as a drive-in. In the '60s, the Vallee brothers purchased the diner and converted it into their own restaurant. The rest, as they say, is history.

On the menu, you'll find an impressive assortment of hearty Maine seafood. If it's your first time visiting, we'd recommend anything with lobster in the dish, such as this mouthwatering lobster roll.

Or, how about a jumbo three-pound Maine lobster?

As you can tell, the portions are wonderfully generous, and there's always enough to share (if you want to!)

For a mouthwatering assortment of seafood, try the Fisherman's Platter, complete with fried shrimp, fried scallops, and fried clams.

Not in the mood for seafood? No problem! You'll find plenty of other options to choose from, such as this Mac 'n Cheese French Dip sandwich.

No matter your reason for visiting this local spot, you'll quickly feel like family and will be planning your return trip soon.

Have you ever dined at the Village Inn in Maine? What did you order there? Feel free to tell us all about it -- we'd love to hear about your dining experiences in the comments! If you're looking for the perfect home base while exploring this unique restaurant and other spots nearby, check out these unique places to stay in Auburn, Maine.

Looking for related content? Check out our list of some of the best restaurants in Maine. You'll find that there's something for everyone on the menu! Or, if you're looking for seafood specifically, check out this list of our favorite places to get lobster rolls in Maine.