This place is a hidden gem, staff were very friendly and the food was incredible. Will be back!!read more

The best hot dogs in the universe. Even though I have moved away from central Maine I always stop…read morehere when Im in Waterville.

We absolutely love this place and always stop in every time we are in town. They accommodated our…read morelarge group no problem and they are always so, so friendly. The food is also so delicious. We have tried tons of options from the menu and both us and our kids always love everything.

Went for take out. Ordered clearly Turkey sandwich, mayo, lettuce tomato on toasted bun. Drove…read morehome. Saw that my order was not as placed. Called to see if I could go back and exchange sandwiches Per the owner, I received a "no. 18" whatever that is; and she blatantly said we will not take it back or make it right. So we clearly make an order, the person who took order puts No. 18 in error and they will NOT make it right. Terrible customer service. I greatly dislike having to do a poor review but this one is well deserved.

Nice local restaurant with good food at very reasonable prices. Ambiance is great, service too…read more We'll be back!

lack of signage outside, times varied, radio ads , but not much FB presence…read more first year, homey, cozy, give them a try. I had a mixed experience there, posted a mild critique with positive comments, blocked on FB. so. not good social media stuff, nice guy, nice family, cool dogs (2) good potential if they 'read the room' this summer

Great little spot, with great food and a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. Glad there's a place in…read morethis space again!

Gringos is kind of the perfect name because this place is about as Anglo a Mexican restaurant as…read morethere can be. I ordered a chicken taco with a side of rice and beans. The taco came in a corn tortilla that fell apart from the moisture of the food. The chicken was bland, well, everything was. Probably best to come for drinks...lots of folks here when I came. But if you are looking for anything even close to authentic, this isn't for you. They could also really benefit from more vegetarian options. I'm glad I tried it and am always rooting for local businesses to succeed. Maybe some Mexican hot sauce would help!

Up from New York and this place was recommended. Very…read moresurprised (in a good way) how good everything was. Alexis , who took my order, was great...Definitely the face you want to be for establishment

Great diner, delicious food and at a reasonable cost. I'll be back! It's worth the drive through…read morebeautiful country too.

Excellent BBQ at the Salty Dog Food Truck at the Head of Falls in Waterville at the Taste of…read moreWaterville festival today. The truck goes to festivals and events across Maine, so you would have to check their website for their current location. https://saltydogbbq.com/events/ The sampler was excellent t with pulled pork, brisket and sausage, and enough to feed a family! Also, Veteran owned and operated, thank you for your service!

Excellent food truck bbq in central Maine! Fast and friendly service awaits. We had delicious food…read morefrom here while parked at Grateful Grains Brewery in Monmouth (some of best beer in the state) and were impressed. BBQ sampler is naturally a first choice but the Hot Mess (pulled pork, cheese, sauce over fries) was a second hit. Look for them!

We've eaten at barbecue restaurants all across America -- from tiny roadside pits to legendary…read moreregional institutions -- and nothing has ever come close to Mad Jack's in Cloudcroft, New Mexico. That place is still the undisputed champion in our book, and Black Bloc isn't a close second. But it is a genuinely pleasant stop in Maine's BBQ landscape. The owners at Black Bloc are incredibly kind, and the restaurant itself is adorable -- beautifully decorated, spotless, and clearly cared for. It's the kind of place where you immediately feel welcome. The Mean Greens are the star of the show. Truly fantastic. The cornbread is generously portioned and perfectly moist, exactly how cornbread should be. The baked beans are straightforward baked beans -- nothing fancy, but solid. The ribs, though, were the disappointment. They were fall‑off‑the‑bone tender, which we appreciated, but they had almost no flavor and absolutely no smokiness. We honestly found ourselves wondering if they were even smoked at all. Barbecue sauce was a requirement, not an option. Even with the rib letdown, the overall experience was warm and enjoyable, and we'd go back -- especially for those Mean Greens and that cornbread. Black Bloc is a friendly, tidy, welcoming spot.

Who would expect fall-off-the-bone ribs in Maine and outstanding smoked brisket? Well, it's here in…read moreWinthrop on Main St and we were lucky to stumble upon it. The restaurant has about 8 tables and you order at the counter. They have a variety of well priced sandwiches that are absolutely loaded with meat, onions, and pickles. The other choice is platters with two sides, such as coleslaw and mac and cheese, plus a hunk of hot cornbread. The servings are very generous. I ordered the rib platter, which had five meaty ribs. Outstanding. Their bbq sauce is tasty but mild. People kept talking about their burnt ends, but they were out that day. There's always a next time. And, rest assured, there will be a next time.

Excellent food and super friendly service. Probably the best BBQ we've had! Don't let the roadside…read morelocation fool you, we were pleasantly surprised!

I ordered a cheese burger with fries and my husband had the brisket burger with onion rings, and…read morethey were delicious. The owner and his employee were courteous and very friendly. There is a large canopy with several picnic tables. It also helps that it was a beautiful day as we sat outside enjoying our meal. Definitely will eat here again.