What's not to like? You like coffee? They've got it, best…read morearound. You like beer? They've got it, best around. You like wine? They've got it, best around. You like baked goods? Gotcha covered, best around. You like hippie nonsense? Way ahead of you, best around. You like snack foods, clothing or bumper stickers? Buckle up, Buttercup, then drive over to Ampersand because they've got it all, best around. 100/10 Absolutely recommend.

The best place in Orono to get local farm fresh free range chicken eggs!read more

Natural Living Center in Bangor is a top-spot for plant-based eaters like us. (I can't speak for…read moretheir non-vegan produce; but, they seem to carry a lot of local meats, dairy and such.) Their products run the gamut, including a large Asian section. Aisles are nice and wide; lots of refrigerators. Overall, it's clean, bright, and well-stocked. Produce section is, overall, good with a lot of local goods. That said, they sometimes tend to leave withering and browning veggies out on display WAY beyond attractiveness going into decay. (Our last visit had the same rotting celery on display/sale from a visit several days earlier! It was pretty gross-looking. Thus, 4 instead of 5 stars.) Other than that one glaring negative, customer service can be spotty and downright oblivious (but, it's status quo for much of today's young workforce). And, too, expect maximum pricing on, at least, plant-based/vegan products. (Can rival Brewer's Tiller & Rye for outrageous pricing!) These negatives aside, NLC offers a great variety for vegans in Bangor that can't be overlooked! (But, in all honesty, living in Bucksport, we tend to head to Belfast to shop plant-based. However, Natural Living Center recently started carrying a good number of locally-made Midcoast Vegan products (which we LOVE!), so that looks to be a lure for our steady return, for now. And the Asian section....)

The environment is organic and not stiff. Much better than T&R in Brewer - It has wonderful,…read morehelpful, knowledgeable staff that are always around to help. The prices are a little higher than my husband would like to pay, but I don't feel like I am being stolen from as in many other natural food stores. They've been around forever, and I will continue to take my family here as long as they are! My son & daughter have both looked forward to our weekly trips for 15 years

Yeah you just try to thank you for the closet main red hot dogs…read more Turned out this was their warehouse where they actually make the hot dogs and then ship them out! Called ahead of time for a tray of red snapper hot dogs, and the guy was nice enough to actually take us right inside in their cooler area to show us the freshly made ones that were hanging. And then gave us a pack of the Red Hots on the house :) Really sweet people. Hot dogs were delicious too. Just pan-fried them and they had good flavor!

Awesome products from Awesome people. Quality is the key word.!!.Great selections to choose from.read more

Easy to order, nice picnic tables outside, staff was friendly and happy to answer questions, prices…read morewere good-- lobster roll was delicious!

Half & Half Lobster/Crab Roll was excellent. Lots of crab and lobster filling the roll…read more Clam chowder was also pretty nice. Good prices of clam and lots of potatoes. Would recommend both.

Amazing lobster roll!!! Parking a bit tight, but worth every penny. Wanted local food while…read morevisiting and it was perfect.

What a cute place to pop in for unique gifts, or a fun time shopping!!! The new owners seem really…read morecommitted to making sure people have a great experience and a wide variety to choose from.

Came from Texas to Rhode Island, traveled from Rhode Island to Maine, tried lobster rolls from four…read moreor five places during the trip. McLaughlin's seafood was the top choice for both the hot lobster roll and the traditional cold lobster roll. Super friendly service, slightly chilly outside in May, but it must stop and have for lobster rolls in me.

Great service and attitude. Lobster roll was nicely filled, not overly mayo'd. The roll itself…read morewas warm and nicely crispy. I would definitely be back. They also sell packaged donuts that were pretty amazing...

This is not just a yarn shop! The service is always nice and helpful. The prices vary on what you…read morebuy. They have a nice selection of yarn, but they also sell other made items in the shop, from clothing, wooden items and ceramic, leather items. You can find some neat and unique products in this shop. Take some time and look around or you'll miss some of the unique handmade items.

Phenomenal product. This yarn is high quality and absolutely worth your money. Good yarn is a must…read moreif you want a high-quality fabric. They work with local sheep farmers and process/dye their own yarns as well. The colors are vivid and the various yarns have a great weight/substance to them. If you're a knitter/crocheter/fiber artist, do stop in! Since I am not a local, I will be buying more online in the future!

We were in the area today and remembered how much of a fun stop they could be…read more They were out of Baked by Joy's ube cookies but we were lucky enough to grab one of the pandan (a naturally fragrant plant that is known as Southeast Asia's vanilla) ones. We also found some cannoli shells which were 50% off, and some imported chocolate hazelnut spread. Service is friendly, store layout and presentation are well thought out, prices are a bit high but they are understandable considering they have some unique and healthy offerings.

I love T&R! As a human with a plethora of allergies, as well as the craving for community and…read moresupporting local business. The folks that work there are absolute treasures, I genuinely do not know how they manage to find such incredibly quality people. The space is packed with beautiful local and specialty items, but it feels, somehow, intimate? It's a really special spot. Kudos to the whole crew there and hats off to the owners.