I was in town on business and this place was recommended by the locals. It was a short walk from my hotel so I have it a try. I started with a Bar Harbor blueberry beer while looking over the menu. The Downeaster Mini Lobster Bake caught my attention and did not disappoint. Yes, it's just a long name for a lobster roll but it came with a cup of their seafood chowder which was to die for. The roll itself was nice with plenty of lobster tossed in a light dressing all tucked in a buttery grilled bun. Waitstaff were all top notch even during the evening rush. Nice place. read more

Amazing food and service. Really like this place, always have friendly waiters, and great food to match.

In fairness, we didn't stretch them as we ordered a burger and some app's. What we had was excellent. Really liked the ambiance. This will sound totally old school, but there were no men wearing hats in the restaurant. Not notable where we're from, but everywhere else we've been in the area men wearing hats was the rule, not exception. Terrific service and some nice wines by the glass. read more

First timer at Fishbones for Maine Restaurant Week and it did not disappoint. Lobster rangoon app was fabulous. Haddock, husband said best he'd ever had, and I only regret not having enough room to finish my dessert, maple apple cobbler, which was amazing. Glad to have a new restaurant in our rotation, especially one in LA. read more

Really great place; nice atmosphere, great service, delicious American fare. Not much for vegetarians, but an excellent choice for omnivores! read more

ONLY FOR BRUNCH Dinner - Don't go. It's not worth it, go to Pat's Pizza in Lewiston. But the brunch buffet - house-smoked salmon, crepes, omelettes, pasta/salads/meat roasts, fruits and desserts, pastries...every single item amazing and scrumptious. Fish bones should just do all day brunch. I would drive up there just for their brunch, esp since it is correctly priced. read more

I have been here a few times, both for dinner and drinks/apps. The atmosphere is nice. I like how they have redone the old mill building and left the exposed ceiling. For drinks Fish Bones offers a cozy space to catch up with friends. For dinner I have had mixed experiences. I have been a couple times and had delicious, amazing food and I have been a couple times and had just ok, not worth the price food. Considering the options in Lewiston, Fish Bones does rise to the top. I just wish they were more consistent in their food quality. The staff has always been very friendly and attentive. The dining atmosphere is quite nice....too bad they don't have a nice outdoor area in the summer. We will continue going but it isn't always a first choice any more. read more

Finally got a chance to try Fishbones last night, and I thought it was amazing! Started with the Lobster Rangoons, delicious, crunchy, perfect little salad to add some coolness, just delicious! We shared a half of the duck and fontina flatbread with Blackberry Balsamic drizzle...delicious! And for entrees, my friend had the surf and turf, a lovely take on the old classic. I had the seared scallops with the Lobster and corn risotto. We ended up taking most of our meals home because we were so full from the appetizers.....and also to save room for dessert. I had the bruleed banana with vanilla ice cream and caramel. Really simple, but perfectly delicious! A perfect end to a great meal! The service was prompt and friendly. Overall.....a wonderful night out. Can't wait to return! read more

One of my favorite restaurants. Excellent menu that changes with the seasons, great staff, excellent service and a wonderful ambience.

Food was unique and tasteful and service was exceptional. I highly recommend the Crab BLT. As this was my first time, I would love to visit again and try some of the other menu items that caught my tastebuds. If you're in the area, look no further. read more

Fish Bones is our favorite restaurant! The quality and value put them in a category by themselves. We always have great, friendly service. I like the menu risks they take, preparing things others don't and I appreciate how effortlessly they accommodate my dietary restrictions. Well worth a visit. read more

This was my first time in the area and to this restaurant and was very satisfied with the food, service, and environment. The filet mignon was amazing. read more

Exceptional atmosphere, food and service. Easy parking as well. Top notch dinning close to home. If you are near the central Maine region it is a must do!! A nice fact, the owner does a lot for the community and the schools including a scholarship program. read more

Fishbones has great food, great service, and great drinks! Their "Our Old Fashioned" is one of the best I've ever had....and I've had A LOT of old fashions! Also, try the mussels. If you're not in the mood for seafood, go for the the Angus Salad. Yumm! Actually try everything! read more

Didn't think I'd go for this, but the Sunday Brunch was pretty good. Very busy, too. That's my only experience, so I don't know how they rate for other meals, but they did have decent, local beer on tap - always a good measure in my book. read more

Absolutely wonderful and diverse Sunday brunch. Comfortable, friendly and food was great!

Made the trip to Lewiston again last night just to have dinner at Fish Bones American Grill....and once again was rewarded with wonderful meal and great service in a unique building with great atmosphere . Glad to have made a reservation as they were very busy....Lobster Rangoons are my new favorite appetizer! read more

Really enjoyed this place - please surprise. Fish chowder was great - salads excellent. Go Go

A little delayed in my review, after visiting Bates College with my son, on the recommendation of the basketball coach, my wife, son and I were off to Fish Bones. We were greeted and unfortunately told that they had no tables available but could sit in the bar. Done deal! The service was great even though the best was busy. The food was outstanding. I highly recommend the poutine appetizer and the smoked ribs for the entree. They were cal of the bone smoky heaven. read more

Just ordered and picked up a take out dinner, and oh Lordy, eating it now and I'm in heaven. Ordered the seafood encrusted haddock. It came with perfectly grilled green beans. The restaurant personnel are very friendly, and the atmosphere seemed very inviting. Will definitely be back. read more

Ate here on a Friday night. Recommend reservations as it was crowded. Hostess/greeter was prompt and attentive. Seating is well organized and we did not have to wait to be seated at our table. Waiter was a bit too friendly for my liking, but my wife liked him. Whatever. He knew enough about the draft beers to make recommendations, though there were only six on the list. Bread had a nice, chewy crust and was flavorful. We decided on the prix fixe menu, for $35 p/p. Appetizers: my wife had French onion soup which she thought was very good. I had lobster dumplings with seaweed salad. Also very good - the dumplings had not been sitting under a heat lamp, and the seaweed salad had a very nice sesame dressing. Entrees: I had "Wild Caught Haddock and Crab," which was served over new potatoes with, I think, a beurre blanc sauce. Excellent - I took the leftovers home. My only complaint was that the steamed vegetables were very bland compared with the delicate flavor of the seafood. My wife had a steak - can't remember the cut. It was more rare than she asked for, but was very flavorful. Desserts were disappointing: the pot de creme had a pudding texture, and the coffee was weak. The waiter was sufficiently attentive and helpful. I would definitely go again for dinner as the entrees were very good. read more

Good food & service. Nice atmosphere. Would recommend to anyone looking a quite evening with great food.

We stumbled upon this place. What a find! The place was inviting, staff was great and not annoyed with our 2 yr old. The food was beyond amazing! Wish we lived closer. Highly recommonded read more

Gorgeous and yummy. The salads were fresh, the waitstaff professional and the scallops were about the best I've ever had. The dish was wholly originally: pappardelle, pano encrusted scallops, sautéed leas and pancetta, with a delicious poached egg on top. Who knew? An amazing combo. read more

Had reservations for a group of 6, the night before Mother's Day. Although they were packed, they were understanding and accommodating when we had to push our reservation time back a half hour. Our group is nothing but a pack of complainers and picky eaters - nearly impossible to find anywhere where everyone would be happy - Fish Bones nailed it. The vegetarian ravioli was a tasty piece of art. The lobster mac'n'cheese fresh and treasured by the 12 year old who ordered it. There were raves on the scallops, calamari and everything else that was ordered. If there is any advice we could offer it's to say that we may have entered a era in New England dining where servers should make it a point to take a temperature preference on certain types of fish: My husband said his sword fish was under-cooked - a personal preference for well done fish which he should have communicated. I say, if they can please all of us, this place is worth a visit. Thanks Fish Bones. We had a great time. read more

I was visiting my sister and brother-in-law in Maine this past week. We went there for dinner and I can easily say it was one of the best meals I've ever had. I had the haddock with seafood crust, fresco potatoes and lobster bisque. It was outstanding. I also had my first experience with poutine and it was amazing. The service was very friendly and helpful. Loved the atmosphere! read more

Had lunch there on Columbus Day. Only five or so tables were sat. Only one server who was nice but struggled a bit to keep service moving at a crisp lunch pace. Our food came out ok if not a bit slow. Everyone liked their food enough except for me. I got the lobster roll and unfortunately it did not have much lobster at all, very light weight and not as expected for $22! The space itself was nice. The value of the meal itself though was borderline, almost $80 lunch for three. Nothing compelling enough for me to return. read more

Great place, with well put together entree's. This is the type of restaurant where you are looking forward to their specials because you just know it's going to be different and great. Deconstructed beef wellington is the top dish, with premium beef. I have probably ordered that 15 times, and it has been the same 95%, pretty good success rate. The atmosphere is very nice, and the Sunday brunch is a must. Lewiston's first destination restaurant in the cities history. If your within 45 mins driving, you need to check this place out. read more

Great service. I love the atmosphere. Glad to see that they are still serving the L/A area with fine dining options! I also appreciate that I can make my reservations from the OpenTable app on my iPhone! read more

Wow, take the time and walk over the River...it's positioned next to the River and is a Beautiful Compliment to the Water. Staff is Friendly and knowledgeable about all the Menu items, wine is very reasonable and the the meals are priced at a great value. Everything i had was great but the Highlights are the simple things that make the meal...The Butter was whipped and so light and the Bread was incredible...Top 5 Favorite Breads ever, Zucchini...i hate Zucchini....Amazing. Don't think i will make it back but it was a lucky recommendation read more

So after much searching for mussells I missed the boat....until.....!jennifer realized I missed my mark and sent me over some!!! Saves my night. The food was good but he mussells or clams whatever were fantastic. She so could have let me go without the experience but it meant a lot that she didn't. Will so drive people here because of how I was treated. Just an Irish girl trying some stuff! read more

Not impressed. Sat at bar and bartender was completely slammed. Had to ask for everything. Espresso martini? Made it with soy sauce! No bread offered, haddock was not all that. read more

By the each... the menu actually reads "order by the each" - in two places. My table had quite a few chuckles about this. Regardless of the grammar on the menu, Fish Bones was a nice experience. Service was great from online reservations, to the hostess escorting us to the table, to the server taking care of us. The food was delicious...and it was the same as any fancy restaurant. The most creative part of the meal was the drinks. The Dark and Stormy was served artistically layering the ginger beer and dark rum. So fun! That Effen Drink made with Effen cucumber vodka was another inventive and tasty beverage. Dessert was good too and there were at least two gluten-free options. To sum up: food was delicious, drinks were FUN and delicious, menu reads "order by the each" hehehehe. I'll remember the drinks and order by the each for years. The food is easy to get mixed up with any similar restaurant. They had tuna, filet mignon, and salads, like everyone else. read more

I was so disappointed with lunch today. First, the smoked salmon was not available and we didn't find out until ordering. I ordered my next choice, which was a meat-like patty on a salad. Or so I thought. The meat-like patty was good but it was placed next to old romaine lettuce leaves. When I pointed the leaves out to my server, she kind of shrugged and said she'd mention to the chef. Well that didn't help me any so I ate around them. The crostini was soggy. Lunch did not come with bread (really. . .you'd think bread would come with salads) but was brought when we asked for it. The bread was very good. My beverage was forgotten until I was half way through my meal. Honestly, I forgot about it too. Rather than comp my meal, which is what should have happened (my friend's meal was fine), we were offered a complimentary dessert, which was very nice. My lunch was such a disappointment and I'm not enthusiastic about going back anytime soon. They had so many opportunities to make this right and they didn't. read more

Here I'm back again for still another review of Fish Bones. Our drinks & entrees were excellent. We still love you, Fish Bones, but your crème brulee certainly needs work. The custard was more like a forgettable pudding & the top was rock hard. To learn how to do the top try to find a re-run of the Fox Masterchef Junior competition with Gordon Ramsey & 2 other well-known chefs. The young kids were asked to create the ideal top of 20 crème brulees. The secret was to add the sugar (not too much or too little), tilt the container to make the sugar topping even, & then use the blow torch to get the top hard but not too hard & not too soft. Dear Fish Bones, your tops had too much sugar & the top was way too hard. After writing this review, I do hope I didn't misspell crème brulee & appear to be a total dunce. read more

I have never been disappointed in all the times I've eaten here! I love the atmosphere and the menu is to die for! Trying out brunch today and I'm blown away with how tasty it is! read more

Food is excellent and inventive. Portions and prices are just right for the values. Wine list is great. Servers know the menu and wine list really well. read more

Food and atmosphere and waitstaff are all outstanding. Pricey with small entrees but it's worth it for upscale dining.

I stopped in here for lunch while driving between Bangor and Portlan. I found the place using YELPs app. It was nearly empty on a Tuesday afternoon at 1 pm which was suprising. I was seated immediately, and had a great server. She made several suggestions and I chose the Shrimp Scampi dish and it was a nice sized portion and was very tasty. The shrimp were on a bed of spatlze in a tomato based broth with shaved parm on top. There was also hearty bread served along with it to sop up the broth, but I was way too stuffed to even finish the dumplings let alone sop up the broth. I thought it was reasonably priced, good value for fresh food. I woud definetly come back here if I am ever in the area again. read more

This place is adorable. Very simple bar area with reception seats and couches. Imagine when there's things going on in town he must be quite a place to be. We called ahead just at 9 o'clock and they said no problem we can still come in and get food. How many places want to do that on the Thursday night. I ordered the cod slightly blackened where they light bur blanc sauce some potato croquettes and green beans everything on the plate tasted so good and I'm a pretty picky girl. The chowder was delicious and definitely homemade and we also had a salad of Brussels sprouts with a falafel. I felt I could have a little more dressing and seasoning and the brussel sprouts could have been a little thinner but perhaps at after 9 o'clock he was in a rush and well you just can't be too demanding. We will definitely come back the next time we're passing through Auburn Lewiston. Good to know they're there but it was slightly difficult to find GPS brings you to the street prior and says you've reached your destination but yet you have to go halfway around the block to get to the building entrance. The bathrooms were clean and bright. Our bartender was wonderful and she was certainly on the ball. Good luck and enjoy read more