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    Food For Thought

    4.2 (519 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    New Orleans Street Corn

    Was super excited to go back here as we visited the original location a number of years ago and loved it. Ended up disappointed when we visited recently and probably wouldn't go back. My drink was fine (pinkity drinkity, their version of the Starbucks pink drink). The tomato soup donut sounded intriguing so my husband and I both got one, but it wasn't great. The donut seemed a little stale and the soup was okay but it was a little sweet and on the thick side even by itself. The cheese was okay. Overall it was just really rich, not as fresh / good as you'd expect, and didn't quite go together. Service was on the slow side, both with the food and waiting for the bill. The parking lot was mostly blocked off for apartment use and there weren't many spots that looked like we were allowed to use, it was crowded. One of the servers kept loudly hurling the contents of all the water cups on the ground (gravel) under the outdoor seating when they were clearing the tables, which I found to be weird and kind of gross or at least not really good manners in a restaurant setting. Like we were sitting there eating and the server was clearing numerous other tables, just chucking the contents of the used water glasses all over the ground. I've never seen anyone do that at a restaurant in my entire life. It was the main turnoff that made me say, won't come here again. Made me wonder if they're that sloppy in the kitchen.

    Lobster roll and two donuts with copious amounts of cheese smothered in between hanging delicately over the best tomato soup ever.
    Brooke K.

    STOP... IT!!!! What? This place isn't PACKED every minute they are open? The most creative, delicious food experience in ages! Service was top notch. Drinks are definitely something to write home about... and I did. As soon as I left I texted my friends and said that they would be missing out if they didn't drive 45 mins the wrong way (to get to our camp) and go to eat at this place tomorrow. TAKE THE EXIT! Drive 45 mins the wrong way. Heck, drive an HOUR the wrong way to dine here. Maybe not two hours, I'd hate for them to have an off day (every place has them) on the day that I've told you to drive two hours out of your way;)

    Jae S.

    We came on a Sunday evening for a quick dinner after checking out their menu online. They had lots of indoor and outdoor seating. There were plenty of tables open so its a good spot for large groups. As we opted to sit outside, it was a bit chilly, I hope they decide to add patio heaters in the future to make it more comfortable for guests dining outside. We ordered the shrimp bang bang and a chicken wrap with two cocktails. Utensils were disposable and water was given as a big glass bottle with plastic cups. The food was good and the cocktails we chose were decent.

    Margarita flight... strawberry, passion fruit, mango and og
    Kari Z.

    It could not have been a prettier day we drove there because of all of the great reviews, even a TikTok video and we were not disappointed. We went for it we got the trio of lobster rolls. One was a classic with mayonnaise and melted butter, the next one had a bacon jam on top, which I have to say it was totally my jam and then the last one was the tajin roll... the acid from the lime flavor and the chili was delicious. We then got the brussels sprouts and if we weren't full, we would've gotten another. My husband got a beer from the brewery right there and really liked it. We even got to talk with the brewmaster as he was working away. I got to try the flight of margaritas and for 24 bucks to get two margaritas worth. It was a lot of fun and delish. I look forward to making this a regular stop when heading up the coast .

    Amber J.

    Food For Thought had me rethinking my life choices... like why I don't live closer to Cape Neddick! Classic Gastro Pub food--creative, fun, and comforting. The seasonal cocktails deserve their own fan club. Yum! Add in the quirky, playful vibe and you've got a spot that makes eating here feel like an adventure. 10/10 would happily over indulge here again.

    Chicken Caesar salad

    The food was great. My husband, with celiac, got a cobb salad, I got a chicken Caesar salad. And we shared Gluten Friendly Ogunquit fries. No dedicated kitchen for super sensitive Celiacs, but my husband had no issues. Atmosphere was hip and fun and bohemian. Inside had only counter height seating. There was lower seating outside. Our bill came to $100 but that included 2 fabulous mai tais.

    Grilled Cheese Donut
    Sean C.

    I have been to my share of unique food serving places in my life. I will say this place is definitely up there with "unique" and a flavor of "lost in the woods". I had the opportunity to observe some fantastic guests coming and going while we were here. The clientele was definitely a big part of the entertainment factor. My favorite was the (obviously) entitled woman, her husband, and three children who decided that the handicapped spot was calling her name, instead of someone who may actually need it. They proceeded to have a verbal disagreement in their vehicle where he (appeared) to be telling her not to park there. I assume she's the type who chooses to board first on a Southwest Flight because "I don't have to tell you about my disability HIPPA!" This is the same woman who was asking about gluten free Brussels Sprouts and that "well they used to have them". After that interesting eavesdropping session, I see her eating a lobstah roll. "If the shoe fits", as they say. Anyway. The food was good, reasonable priced (for Maine). The service was okay. They don't have any N/A beers, which is whatever, despite the fact it's becoming more popular. It's not a knock on them, just is what it is. Their kitchen seems to be a mishmash of random things from around town. We ordered "Nashville Hot Tendies". They were well fried, not dry. Definitely not "hot" by any means (spice wise). I didn't expect Indian-restaurant-Level-10-Curry over here, but when given the choice of "Mild" , "Medium", and "Hot", this was less of a mild, and certainly nowhere near a hot. But that's okay because they were still good! Closest I've seen to KFC! The bread they used to soak up the oil was definitely ready to hit my stomach and lube the lines for the evening/morning diarizzy. The donut grilled cheese sure is unique, and there are enough photos of it around. It's weird, but worth the try. Lastly, Flo's Pizza. The waitress/server/service person whatever they choose to be titled these days, took about 10 minutes to describe this thing to me. "It's uh, kind of like, there's a place in town called Flo's, have you been to Flo's? They make hot dogs. Uhm, have you had our pizza before? It's kind of like that, but it has Alfredo sauce and celery". I'm not sure if it's a generational thing, but it seems like anyone under 30 years old, and working in the underpaid customer service industry lacks any sort of social skills, or an understanding in brevity (see: entire review of my rambling). Either way. The pizza had some really really good flavor. I couldn't tell if it was undercooked crust, or nearly transparent due to all of the grease. It was like a BBQ chicken pizza with good hotdog on it. I enjoy! Decent place. Pretty damn good food. I am into the occasional super grease, so I can't complain. After waiting about 15 minutes to have a spoon brought over for the soup (she completely did not acknowledge or seem to understand why a spoon was requested) I ended up getting one from a confused bartender.

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    Excellent service, terrible food and drinks. Over priced for the quality. Nothing vegan friendly as advertised on yelp

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    So good and so sweet to kids and pups! We would come back. Beer and food were exceptional.

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    Ask the Community - Food For Thought

    Are you dog friendly?

    Yes We Are!

    Serving breakfast daily? Hours?

    Hi Jay my wife and I were there 5 days ago love it we talk to you your a nice person. When is your restaurant close during the year?

    Hello. Thank you for the kind words. We close for the year Columbus Day. It is our last day open.

    Does Food for Thought take reservations?

    No, we are a first come, first serve restaurant, so come on in.

    Are dogs welcome?

    Yes

    Do you have inside dining?

    We are an outdoor only restaurant. Hope to see you soon.

    Do they offer any gluten free options?

    Yes they have many gluten free options.

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    Odd By Nature Brewing - Our Congdons Donut Grilled Cheese

    Odd By Nature Brewing

    4.5(105 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    Outdoor seating
    Free parking

    Great outdoor seating area, fast and friendly staff, the food was great. Their IPAs were fresh and…read moretasty. Very affordable. Thanks Jay and crew!

    Visited on 7/19/26 with my wife and dog. Drove up from Rhode Island after seeing the menu,…read moreavailable beers, and learning they were dog friendly. We arrived and sat at a picnic table with an umbrella so our pup could be in the shade. We were having a great time, so excited to be there and amped to try their current taps. Just as our apps were being brought out, a gust of wind lifted the umbrella clear out of the table, spilling my wife's drink and sending the heavy metal umbrella pole directly into my face and chest HARD. My wife, the server, and I were all stunned for a moment. Wife thought I was bleeding until we realized it was rust on my face and chest from the pole. Server asked if I was okay, clearly feeling a little awkward, and with my hand to my face I said "I think so? If I'm not bleeding, I guess?, still totally stunned and feeling some pain. Face throbbing, my wife asked for an ice pack, and the server brought us one. We totally understand that it was a freak accident, and that it wasn't our server's fault. But it got awkward from there as the crew working became avoidant. The girl that sat us saw me teary eyed from the pain, holding the ice pack to my face and asked if we were okay... but that was it. The atmosphere quickly became awkward, and considering the pain I was in combined with feeling totally weird from the staff, we asked for a box to take our uneaten food to go. Server brought our check and we were a little surprised to see that we were still charged for the drinks (one of which had spilled because of the umbrella) and the food. We paid cash, still left a nice tip, and left, wanting to get out of the sun and keep an eye on the swelling. We were really disappointed in how the situation was handled by the crew. We weren't looking for our apps to be comped, but it would have been nice for a manager to come by, apologize, offer to refill my wife's beer, and maybe move us to a different table since we were no longer in the shade. The team didn't go around and check the other tables to make sure the umbrellas were safe and secure, either, which was shocking considering what had just happened. We were really looking forward to hanging out, trying a little bit of everything off the menu, buying some cans or growlers to take home... but we left with a swollen, bruised face and chest and an uneaten $90 box of food that we ended up tossing because the mood was completely ruined. We rarely leave a negative review anywhere, but I guess this is just a PSA to check your picnic table umbrella if you sit outside, and hopefully a learning opportunity for management in how to improve customer service and safety for patrons.

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    Lobster Roll Flight

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    Burrito Bowl

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    York Beach Beer Company

    York Beach Beer Company

    4.6(36 reviews)
    2.0 mi
    $$

    We passed this small brewery on our afternoon walk in York and had to give it a try. It was so cool…read moreto stop in and see that they actually brew their own beer! They also have an awesome variety of cocktails on tap, including espresso martinis. My sister and I decided to order prosecco with a strawberry kiwi ice cube inside. This was such a good idea and the drink just kept getting yummier as the ice melted. I would definitely return to order this. We also ordered their Sunday sauce beer which we didn't particularly enjoy, but it was fun to try. The ambiance of the brewery was also very nice. It was very clean inside and they really lean into the industrial brewery vibe. They had outdoor seating, which we took advantage of since the weather was so nice. The only thing about the brewery is that it's so close to the ocean but the ocean isn't visible at all. The outdoor patio is situated at a busy crossroads and none of the charming center of town or ocean are visible. You kind of have to remove yourself from your beach vacation when you walk through the doors.

    This is a small brewery that packs a punch. Great beers, bartenders and atmosphere…read more There is indoor and outdoor seating some umbrella tables and an event tent. The food was from a food truck, cannot remember the name but tasty lobster rolls and clam chowder. We went for trivia night but missed the piano bar the next night. This will be on our radar on our next visit.

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    York Beach Beer Company - Beach Punch (Fruit punch sour)

    Beach Punch (Fruit punch sour)

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    Kielbasa cheese peppers and onions

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    Woodland Farms Brewery

    Woodland Farms Brewery

    4.7(26 reviews)
    8.5 mi
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    Cool place with a popcorn maker and lots of beer, NA beers and THC drinks depending on your…read morepreference. Cozy spot with friendly staff. Enjoyed the beer and loved that they have sample sizes available

    It has been quite a few years since I have been here and it was my wife's first time visiting. We…read morehave both had quite a few beers from them though and enjoyed them. I actually would go as far as saying they are underrated in talks of all the breweries in Maine. They have always been a brewery with a vast amount of variety in their styles they brew. Such as IPAs, fruited sours, porters, stouts, lagers, and so many more. Enough variety you could visit and all your party could find their style. They also deserve a lot of credit for being one of the first if not the first in the state to jump on the non-alcoholic train for beers. This has expanded to basically be as varied in style as their usual beers now. I actually enjoyed their NA Mexican Lager and it was delicious and would be a great option for those looking for NA beers. My wife grabbed their NA seltzer and enjoyed it as well. Since that expansion they have also moved into adaptogen beverages as well as CBD/THC drinks too. They keep expanding their portfolio while also doing what they already do so well! Also for non beer drinkers they did have some bourbon and other spirits available as well. Really great options for all who show up! They don't offer food themselves besides some free popcorn, which was seasoned perfectly! Although if feeling like more food swing in next door to Weathervine and grab some food before to pair with your drink. The bartender was very friendly and apologized when my first choice kicked and from his interactions with other patrons it is clear Woodland Farms cares about their customers! A spot my wife and I will make sure to return to sooner rather than later. You should check it out as well!

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    Woodland Farms Brewery - You can create your own flight with as many beers as you want.

    You can create your own flight with as many beers as you want.

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    Woodland Farms Brewery

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    Batson River Fish Camp

    Batson River Fish Camp

    3.6(85 reviews)
    7.3 mi

    I say this often, bumpy start with the host. We were a biggish group and that wasn't apparently a…read moregood thing? Sat at a table, no silverware/napkins, just two tables thrown together. However, great interior and good curb appeal, really sets the mood. Our waiter was great and his attitude got us back on track. The menu isn't large, but had some interesting food. We later found out food is new as an offering to the distillery so maybe more options down the road. All our cocktails were outstanding!!! The food, presented well, good portions but needs work on flavor & seasonings.

    I had high hopes for this place. I heard good things about the food, specifically the haddock…read morepicatta and I was excited to try it. We were third in line to check in and the host pretty much ignored the line. There were plenty of tables, but he was hyper focused on everything except the people wanting a table. He finally sat a couple and assisted someone with their take out order. We were next. He wouldn't even look at us - he started packing a few take out orders then finally acknowledged us. No smile, just "Hi." Judd was our server and he was good. He did what he was supposed to, but was also quite busy and never checked on us and didn't ask about refills on drinks until we were finished our food. At $4 per soda, we would have wanted that refill. I ordered the haddock picatta and my husband ordered the fish and chips. Both dishes looked impressive with large portions, but both pieces of fish were overcooked and the fish and chips was dry. Both dishes were flavorless. Like zero salt. The only thing that had any flavor on my dish was the mashed potatoes. This place is now on the list of "never again."

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    Game room

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    Fish n chips

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    Food For Thought - gastropubs - Updated August 2026

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