12 Bucket List Worthy Restaurants To Try In Maine, One For Each Month Of The Year
Every year we hear about how great the food in Maine is and we make a mental note to get out and try it. At this point, we have a mile-long list of spots we want to visit! We always say we’ll make the time, but inevitably other things get in the way and we miss out. But not this year! We’re making an effort to visit some of the best restaurants to try in Maine this year and these are the ones on our list!
River Driver's Restaurant & Pub, 30 Twin Pines Rd, Millinocket, ME 04462, USA
There are plenty of restuarants with astounding views here in Maine, but this one might be one of the best. Sitting right on Millinocket Lake, the winter views of Mount Katahdin are incredible making it a great way to start the new year! You can learn more about it here.
Schulte & Herr, 349 Cumberland Ave, Portland, ME 04101, USA
Winter in Maine is a great time for comfort food and some of the best can be found at this authentic German restaurant just outside the Old Port area. Best of all, it's family owned! You can learn more about it and other family-owned restaurants in Maine by clicking here.
Bogusha's Polish Restaurant & Deli, 825 Stevens Ave, Portland, ME 04103, USA
March means *more* winter here in Maine, and that calls for even more comforting food. This Polish spot serves food just like your mom might... that is, if your mom were from Poland and made the best pierogis in the state! Learn more here.
PopOnOvers, 119 Main St, Pittsfield, ME 04967, USA
As the spring draws closer we find ourselves with a bit more pep in our step. That means waking up earlier and venturing to places in the state we've never been. If you feel the same way, make your way to Pittsfield to try this fantastic eatery that's great for muffins, sandwiches, and (of course!) popovers. You can learn more about it here.
Marriner’s Restaurant, 35 Main St, Camden, ME 04843, USA
Spring always brings about a lovely thaw in Maine and that's what we look forward to in May. This is also a great time to visit this beautiful restaurant overlooking a waterfall. With snow melt leading to heavier water, you'll love the views and the huge menu. You can learn more here.
Chebeague Island Inn, 61 S Rd, Chebeague Island, ME 04017, USA
Summertime in Maine means getting outside as much as possible. Bonus points for outdoor adventures that include food and the water. Visiting this restaurant just off the coast of Yarmouth includes both. Open seasonally, June is a great time for a visit. You can get there by ferry, which you can learn more about by checking out this article.
Loons Nest Restaurant, 219 W Lovell Rd, Lovell, ME 04051, USA
When it comes to water views many people immediately think of the coast, but here in Maine the inland offers waterfront views that are just as fantastic. We especially love the scenic lakefront spot that this restaurant occupies. You can even rent a kayak for the afternoon. You can learn more about it in this article.
M.C. Perkins Cove, 111 Perkins Cove Rd, Ogunquit, ME 03907, USA
The summer is still in full-swing, but we're slowly becoming aware the fall is on the way. With that in mind it's time to eat as much seasonal seafood on the water as we can! This spot, located on the water in Ogunquit, is great for both. You can learn more about it by checking out this article.
Stress Free Moose Pub & Cafe, 65 Pritham Ave, Greenville, ME 04441, USA
Summer is on its way out, fall is on the way in, and we couldn't be more excited to make our way inland for a meal at this spot. This time of year is great for sitting outside and you'll love the outdoor dining area here. You can learn more about this gem in this article.
Blair Hill Inn, Moosehead Lake, 351 Lily Bay Rd, Greenville, ME 04441, USA
We couldn't resist adding another restaurant in Greenville to the list simply because we can't get enough of those autumn views. Check it out any time, but in the fall you can bank on catching some incredible foliage surrounding Moosehead Lake. You can learn all about it here.
Muddy Rudder, 1335 US-1, Yarmouth, ME 04096, USA
This spot right along the river and not far from I-295 is great year-round, but their annual Thanksgiving buffet in November is something you won't want to miss! You can learn more about it here.
Helen's Restaurant of Ellsworth, 55 Downeast Hwy, Ellsworth, ME 04605, USA
Helen's Restaurant, 111 Main St, Machias, ME 04654, USA
December is a great time to be thankful for all the great places to eat throughout the state of Maine. We particularly love this one at this time of year because they make homemade pies from scratch that you won't be able to get enough of. Enjoy one at the restaurant and then take one to go for your Christmas dinner. You can learn more about it here.
What are some of your must-try restaurants for great food in Maine? Let us know in the comments so we can check them out.
There are so many culinary options here that it can be hard to narrow down a favorite. That’s why we love the most delicious Maine road trip that takes you to 7 hole-in-the-wall BBQ restaurants!
Address: River Driver's Restaurant & Pub, 30 Twin Pines Rd, Millinocket, ME 04462, USA
Address: Chebeague Island Inn, 61 S Rd, Chebeague Island, ME 04017, USA
Address: Schulte & Herr, 349 Cumberland Ave, Portland, ME 04101, USA
Address: Bogusha's Polish Restaurant & Deli, 825 Stevens Ave, Portland, ME 04103, USA
Address: PopOnOvers, 119 Main St, Pittsfield, ME 04967, USA
Address: Loons Nest Restaurant, 219 W Lovell Rd, Lovell, ME 04051, USA
Address: M.C. Perkins Cove, 111 Perkins Cove Rd, Ogunquit, ME 03907, USA
Address: Stress Free Moose Pub & Cafe, 65 Pritham Ave, Greenville, ME 04441, USA
Address: Helen's Restaurant of Ellsworth, 55 Downeast Hwy, Ellsworth, ME 04605, USA
Address: Helen's Restaurant, 111 Main St, Machias, ME 04654, USA
Address: Blair Hill Inn, Moosehead Lake, 351 Lily Bay Rd, Greenville, ME 04441, USA
Address: Muddy Rudder, 1335 US-1, Yarmouth, ME 04096, USA
Address: Marriner’s Restaurant, 35 Main St, Camden, ME 04843, USA
