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    Bell the Cat

    4.2 (231 reviews)
    Open 7:30 am - 3:00 pm

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    classic breakfast
    Edward B.

    Wow. What a breakfast. And the staff and environment is equally great. Make this a stop for sure.

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    Derek B.

    Brand new space outside of downtown Belfast. White tile, huge windows, plenty of space and parking. Staff really trying hard. Checked on us often though not table service. Burger and 2x sandwiches were both great. Russian tea.cake was a little large and dry. Mint chip milk shake was great. Clean bathrooms.

    Time to eat... ;)
    Meredyth K.

    What time was it today? It was time for breakfast again at BTC!! Haven't been up in a while but as always- good - and then some! Eggs Benny, Sausage and gravy, a couple of mmmmisoas and a hot chocolate...and of course cookies to go!! Service great, and as expected busy busy!!

    Complimentary Water ($0)
    John D.

    Hash in the Pan Locally-owned breakfast spot that's been in operation since 1994. It's gone thru multiple iterations over the years, as it started out as pastry and Italian soda joint, to now being a full-service breakfast and lunch spot. They also just recently moved down the street into these larger, more open digs. The Good: *Order at the counter and they bring it out to you. *Self-serve brewed coffee *Friendly service *Large private lot *Iced Mocha was tasty and had good flavor without being overly sweet. *Croissants are a carb option with your breakfast! No upcharge *Be sure to ask for the homemade jam *First time trying Red Flannel Hash, which evidently is a Maine staple. Essentially it is corned beef hash but with cooked beets and it was really tasty. The earthy sweetness of beets married well to the salty, beefy hash and when combined with the vevety runny egg yolks it made for a hearty and tasty breakfast. The Meh: *Menu is huge, which I'm not a fan of, but if you like variety they've got you covered. Conclusion: Nice spot for a hearty meal and a friendly smile while visiting Belfast.

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    Tom D.

    As we headed out to take in Acadia National Park, we searched for a nearby coffee shop to grab some well-made coffee. We found it nearby in Belfast. A uniquely named restaurant - Bell the Cat. We were greeted promptly by the owner, a delightful gentleman that was ready to seat us immediately. When we explained we were just here for takeout coffee, he escorted us to a second main counter where they were doing a bustling takeout business. We grabbed two coffees as multiple people came in to grab their breakfast pastries and food to go. The coffee was very good - hot, bold, and flavorful. It made the drive to Acadia so much easier. Give this place a try, it's delightful.

    red flannel hash
    Lou R.

    Wow, today's. breakfast was truly amazing! One of the best lattes I've ever had. the coffee itself was bold but not bitter and the foam was thick and rich and lasted the entire drink. We had the chicken and waffle that was perfect and could have fed two. The chicken was so tender for a fried item and the waffle was light and airy. The red flannel hash was perfect! Lots of tender corned beef and just the right amount of the delicious beet slaw. My over easy eggs were cooked perfectly and even the toast was awesome. One of the best breakfasts I've had out in years!

    Blueberry French Toast
    Hillary L.

    Bell the Cat is counter-table service style restaurant. You order at the counter and they deliver to your table. I had the blueberry French toast and enjoyed the uniqueness of it. There's an entire bar of coffee varieties to choose from and other coffee drinks available. Great stop for a quick and easy breakfast.

    Red flannel hash, with scrambled eggs and gluten free toast!
    Ellen H.

    Stopped by Bell the Cat for breakfast while on vacation! Had the red flannel hash which I had never heard of. Gluten free toast was available to substitute for regular bread. Large chunks of corned beef, with potatoes, beet slaw, 2 eggs and toast! Generous portions and very yummy! Service was at the counter and food brought to the table. Cafe was clean and modern. I would be happy to go back!

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    Try their wine tasting and fixed menu. Incredible pairing, amazing food, and a very nice atmosphere. Must try!

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    Great place to grab some sandwiches. Really nice and clean little place. Sandwiches and soup were both real good.

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    2 years ago

    . Do not waste your time or money. The gas station has better food, service and ambiance. It scored beneath my high school cafeteria

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    The food is fresh and the atmosphere here is amazing. Looking forward to the new location

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    Awesome breakfast. Best biscuits and gravy. We should have split an order! My husband's mocha was so good he ordered a refill.

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    My brother took me out to lunch for my birthday & the food was great! Very friendly service, & relaxing atmosphere.

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    Great breakfast and lunch place! Friendly staff and good service. A lot of healthy menu options.

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    A great breakfast after a long camping weekend. We will return for the good service and food!

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    The food is excellent I recommend the buffalo chicken wrap. The staff is friendly. If you go Don't forget the cookies.

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    Great food and super nice service for lunch! Would love to go back when I'm in the area

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    The Hoot

    The Hoot

    4.5
    (168 reviews)
    3.1 mi
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    Service, ambiance and food 5 stars. We recently had a…read morefabulous Middle Eastern dinner. Ordered the lamb with Orzo... mouth watering with incredible taste snd texture, falafel (Best ever and as a New Yorker of the Jewish persuasion I've eaten a lot of falafel) was incredibly moist. The accoutrements that went with it were outstanding and tasty as well. The three of us shared those two entrées as well as the beet salad which was scrumptious. The cocktails were fabulous... We enjoyed the margaritas which were fruity, flavorful and refreshing . For dessert, we shared the chocolate Babka . Don't tell my Bubbie that it was even better than hers. The only disappointment is that they close for the season, and that's what makes the place extra special for us . See you next year !

    My family and I came to celebrate Father's Day while on vacation, and unfortunately, our experience…read morewas very disappointing. We were turned away because we did not have a reservation, despite seeing that many tables were empty throughout the restaurant. As we looked around, numerous guests were already seated and being served food, which made the situation even more confusing. What made the experience worse was the way it was handled. The staff member we spoke with was rude and dismissive, making us feel unwelcome rather than valued as potential customers. We completely understand that restaurants can have policies regarding reservations, especially on busy holidays, but there is a respectful and professional way to communicate that to guests. We were looking forward to celebrating Father's Day together, and instead we left feeling frustrated and disappointed. The poor customer service left a bad taste in our mouths and unfortunately overshadowed what should have been a special family occasion.

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    The Moody Dog

    The Moody Dog

    4.4
    (23 reviews)
    0.9 mi

    Tucked behind the main drag in Belfast, this food truck and seating area is inviting and a great…read morespot for a bite. The hot dogs are gourmet but I am a vanilla eater so I got the regular hot dog with mustard and relish. Delish. Toppings are on the hot dog when you receive your food so if you want less or more of something on the hotdog you should let them know in advance. Seating area is beside the truck and had fresh flowers on each table.

    100% a 5+ gourmet hot dog!…read more Maybe the best dog north of Coney Island. Must try! Everything from bun, to toppings, to dog, to presentation, and service was spot on perfect. Highly recommend Moody Dog, Get here, however you can, the trip is worth it! Tons of gourmet dog options and toppings. We had a shroom dog and a BLT dog. See the pics! Those dogs were as good as they look! Maybe better than they look! Service was professional and polite. Out server offered some selection assistance which was helpful and appreciated because there are many gourmet dog choices as well as breakfast all day! Moody Dog is located behind the iconic Rollies Bar in Belfast Maine. Moodys is an eclectic street art decorated stationary food truck with an outdoor seating area. As a bonus part of the seating area has a partial view of Historic Belfast Harbor. Oh and shout out to the onsite owner preparing each delicious and savory work of art! The owner took a few moments to interact with customers between orders. Big plus! And clear sign of owner buy-in and commitment to Moody's customers. We will return, we highly recommend Moodys! Check out Moodys on Isntagram, they have a really cool page with tons of pics and specials!

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