I was really impressed with this restaurant! I ate here last Thursday and I'm realizing I'm still…read moredreaming about the Caprese Grilled Flatbread Pizza I ate (it is now the following Tuesday). Because of that, I truly owe this place the 5 star review it deserves. Myself and my party sat outside and though the air was crisp, we put our jackets on and enjoyed the fresh air. I hope when the pandemic is over we normalize outdoor eating even when it's a bit chilly. This place was dog friendly, and the server was really sweet to my friends pup that was with us. Server was really friendly and accommodating. My fiancé got the fried chicken and my friend got the fish and chips. Both loved their meals. I live in MA, but I really can't wait to be back here sometime soon!

Nano brewery with very good staple beers. I'm an IPA drinker however their Blonde ale was one of my…read morefavorites. Try a flight they are all very good. Also had raw oysters- super clean and fresh. Small but tasty. Kids had the fried pickle chips. Sliced super thin and light coating making them 'best pickle chips ever'.

Excellent find! What a fantastic pizza!…read more We were staying at the fancy tent place up the road and were pretty hungry and fancied a beer or two. Whip out the trusty Yelp app and we are on our way to this wonderful little gem! I have found this app to be a great tool for finding local gems like this. We arrive and it's a bit under construction from the looks of it. This is a family business in the truest sense. They do all of the work themselves, at least when I was here. He is adding on to the place and creating more seating. He manned the oven and she waited on the tables and I feel like there were some of their children working in the back as well. There are a few other families there with us. One other from our campsite that I noticed when were arriving. I love the fact that the stones for the oven came from the ground right out front of the place while they were digging it up to build the patio. How cool is that?!?!? He told me all about it when I asked if he had built it himself. He hired a mason locally he said. Ok. Pizza hits the table. Wow. I could list 42 adjectives describing how good it was, but you just need to go see for yourself!! Perfect crust though!! Perfect! Do that as fast as you can! Come here by plane, train, auto, snowmobile, tank. Whatever. I even heated up the leftovers on a stone by the fire at the tent. Stupid good leftover too!!! Thank you to the Stones for a great meal and wonderful hospitality!! '26 - 25

It was our first night in Blue Hill, ME and we decided to try this restaurant. We got the pepperoni…read morepizza w/ ricotta, meatball sub, and hot apple drink. The pizza had a perfect crispy crust and was delicious. So was the meatball sub. The drinks were also superb. The place was not busy and we were able to sit outside under the lights. Had a lovely time!

So first off; the view! Great view of a bay off the ocean. (If some guy with a big Jeep didn't park…read moreright in the way! That's me! ) After the view, come warm up to a cocktail with Jeff. I adore bourbon and "old fashions" to be specific. They have a great KnobCreek9 Old Fashioned. I highly suggest it but top end is their forte' so your imagination is your only holes barred. They are an open fire pizza joint but the apps are also amazing! Sometimes they have events like New Years and they had downstairs open for overflow (my first impression as upstairs was being renovated at the time). I loved it and their barkeeps are all characters and special. These folks are handcrafted with excellence. My friend Jeff!!! Cool guy - The pizza! I picked the mushroom pizza. It has great presentation and some niceties alongside. I'm gonna work my way through the menu. Come join Me! Blue Hill, Maine! Getting down in the Wintuh! !!! Magic Mushrooms is amazing, go try it!

Expensive meal, poor execution, and all four of us experienced stomach distress afterward…read more We visited Blaze Brewing in Blue Hill on December 13 for a birthday and left deeply disappointed. Service lacked attention to detail, especially given how quiet the restaurant was. Glasses arrived spotty, flatware mismatched, and a $14 glass of wine smelled strongly of chlorine. No plates were offered for a shared appetizer, and there was no salt and pepper on the table--we had to ask for both. The food did not justify the price. The Caesar salad was far from authentic--soggy, overdressed, and heavy on vinegar. The steak had a significant amount of gristle, and the mushroom/beef gravy had the taste and texture of a commercial product rather than something house-made. Fries were overdone and served in a very small portion. Most concerning, all four of us experienced stomach discomfort and digestive distress within a short time after the meal. For what we paid, we expected much better. This visit was a major disappointment.

Wow wow wow! I think this was the overall best brewery we visited while in Maine! The beer and the…read morefood were incredible! Add in the ambiance and you get this gem in Ellsworth. We walked over from the main strip of downtown and loved the vibe as soon as we arrived. Walking down the stairs to get to the brewery versus the glass blowing shop was so cute. With apples on the ground from the apple trees, it couldn't be more "Maine". When walking in, you order at the bar for both food and drink and then there is a booth/trailer out back where the food comes out. The inside is set up for open mic night and then outside they have a full stage where they host live music. There is plenty of seating outside at the picnic tables as well. We ordered a couple beers, the Margherita pizza, the potato chips, and the Carrot Top salad. I cannot tell you howwwwwwwww amazing the salad was!! I have never had a salad like this and I ate every last bite. The roasted carrots were so good, combined with the crispy onions and the dressing; it was heaven. The chips were incredible and the dip that comes with it just elevates it that much more. I believe it was a pickle dip of some sort? I can't remember specifically, just that I needed a vat of it. Then the pizza?! We couldn't finish it but man did we want to! Add all this tasty food to a beautiful backdrop and we were the happiest little foodies in Maine. Hands down best stop in Ellsworth!

While staying in Ellsworth we wanted to try a local brewery and was not disappointed, well we were…read moredisappointed they ran out of pizza dough and we could not order pizza, which looked amazing! Located on a neighborhood street a block off main street with plenty of parking is this hidden gem. They have indoor and lots of outdoor seating. The night we were there, there was a jazz duo providing entertainment. Our group ordered a variety of beers, cider and seltzers. The blue maple selz had a unique taste, but was refreshing. Beers included fog light , Maine coast , riverbend and aqua culture- with pine and oysters. The beers were very good and we purchased some to go. The atmosphere is relaxing and friendly. They promote farm to table and sustainability. A perfect location to relax after a day in Acadia

A good lunch place. Great sandwiches with generous portions. Order at the bar and food served at…read morethe table. I had the "Standard" with italian cold cuts and I could only eat half and saved the rest for later. My wife had the chili dog which she said was very good. Three others in our party agreed the food was good and a great place to eat. Local beer on tap, Would stop there again.

Hidden gem in southwest harbor with fantastic food that's worth the wait given that they don't take…read morereservations, aren't open Saturday and Sunday and are clearly popular. The inside was cozy and rustic with a clear fisherman's vibe. My wife and I ate here for our 15th wedding anniversary while on vacation in Acadia. We started with the fisherman's chowder, which is probably the best chowder I've ever had. It wasn't too salty (which is almost unheard of) and came with tons of lobster and other seafood. We both devoured it. The only problem was trying to make sure that you didn't burn your mouth because it was so good you didn't want to wait to eat it. I got the tuna and green bean casserole while my wife got the pasta bolognese. Both were good, but the tuna really stood out. It was seared, sushi-grade, blackened tuna over chopped green beans that weren't in any way over-cooked with a small pea-shoot salad. The name didn't do the dish any justice. We also had a few decent local beers in cans, which both paired well and were yummy.

Fantastic service and great food!…read more Ate the Pate and cheese platter, delicious but forgot to get pictures.

We had a wonderful dinner at Barncastle. The dishes were very nicely plated , super delicious and…read morethe drinks were artfully crafted (the bartender (our server ) was wonderful too). We loved all the dishes so much that we brought dessert home (rhubarb cake )! We will be back soon!

Was in Bar Harbor for three nights receNyla and ended up in the Midtown location on all three…read morenights! Every single beer was great, but special mention to Cadillac Mountain Stout and Thunder Road Brown. Both amazing! There's not a bad beer on their list!!! Also, JT behind the bar was great

Pete in The tasting room - go see him! So enthusiastic and knowledgeable about the beer, the…read moreowners, the history and the area!

We've visited Aragosta Restaurant on Deer Isle, Maine before... but always in Autumn. This year,…read moreJuly's "Ode to Summer" menu mostly featured lighter seafood dishes, and why not? It doesn't get any more "New England Seafood" than the Deer Isle / Stonington areas. This was a remarkable experience from start to finish. The staff is mostly very young, friendly, yet well-polished. The room and the views are gorgeous. And we loved every bite. Take a look at the treats Chef Devin Finigan and her team presented: TASTE OF LOCAL SEAWEED - Nori Tamagoyaki, Laver & Toasted Sesame Cracker, Fried Dulse THE COLD SEA - Aragosta Oyster - Green Apple, Fennel & Thai Basil Juice, Fresh Apple / Maine Fluke Crudo - Lemon Verbena Kombucha, Fresh Local Strawberry, Cucumber Granita / Maine Peekytoe Crab - Corn Croustade with Crab Salad, Butter Poached Claw PEN BAY SCALLOP - Cultured Butter with Aleppo Chili and Dulse cooked over the Hearth (I'm told the butter will be featured in their Cookbook, coming soon) LOBSTER BAKE - Stonington Lobster, Hominy, Charred Corn, Lobster Butter & Chives Topped with Corn & Espelette Espuma - with Old Bay Waffle Chips GOLDEN BEET - Fountain Farm Golden Beet Soup, Pickled Blueberry, Duck Fat, House Creme Fraiche, Nasturtium Green Puree - with Fennel Pollan Focaccia & House Sumac Ricotta AGNOLOTTI - Stonington Lobster Agnolotti, Mascarpone, Gremolata, Beurre Blanc, Pea Shoot Salad FRIED DEER ISLE CLAMS - Seasoned Cornmeal Dredge, Gochugaru Aioli, Fine Line Farm Cucumber & Baby Courgette, Sesame Vinaigrette, Red Orach COD - Maine Cod, Vadouvan Curry with Coconut Milk & Lime Leaf, Flowering Cauliflower, Sugar Snaps, Green Beans STRAWBERRY - Local Strawberry & Anise Hyssop Sorbet, Olive Oil Mousse ZUCCHINI BREAD - Puff Pastry, Zucchini Pastry Cream, Charred Corn Custard, Sweetened Ricotta, Zucchini Jam, Thyme Flowers, Elderflowers, Micro Basil What a meal! Thanks to everyone involved especially Chef Devin Finigan and GM Dan Marchese

One of the best restaurants in this part of Maine... and for good reason…read more Here is what you should know: 1. Make a reservation 2. Delicious seasonal fare so be ready to feel more connected to the local food 3. Good portion size 4. Excellent service 5. Wonderful wedding and event venue, especially in the warmer months with the lake view

We try to stop by a couple times a year during our time in Vinalhaven. I'm not a beer expert by any…read moremeans but it's quite easy to drink a few pints and each beer is unique and enjoyable. Pints, growlers, half-pints, and flights are available. To-go cans are usually available of their signature IPA, Keeper. It's a very small brewery with maybe 8-10 tables. (Half indoors, half outdoors). Everyone is always very friendly and helpful. They do not serve food but they allow outside food from the Landing and Calderwood Hall. Board games are free to use and the merch is great.

Excellent local beer made for sampling or quaffing…read more Available in three different pour sizes and by sampler as well, all brews have unique flavors and different qualities. Highliner is a light and refreshing brew. The keeper IPA is hearty, smooth, and easy to drink. Become a member and receive discounts on growler refills and drafts poured on sight. Easy place to spend an afternoon munching a sandwich with several pints.

First, the good: location was nice on the water and there was a very broad selection of beers…read more Most beers we had were a little lighter in body/flavor than expected. Menu was limited but had promise. We ordered soup, pizza, quesadillas and a rice bowl. Crab bisque was tasty. Nachos were Tostitos chips and salsa with some half melted cheese. Rice bowl was mostly rice and no flavor. Quesadillas were similarly bland. Overall, don't come for the food, get a variety of beers via a flight and enjoy the view! As a note: bathrooms were two porta potties and there was a foot pump hand washing station. Hoping it was a temporary situation but seemed rather permanent.

LOVE this place. Officially Marshall Wharf (AKA: Three Tides to us old timer…read morelocals)...unofficially also known as "my favorite place on earth"! Great vibe, music, beer and people. The photo is of the "best bar seat in the world"