I think this is a great edition to the Bangor area but they just have a few things to work on…read more Great things: Very cool speakeasy vibes. Decorated very well. Service was friendly and very knowledgeable. The drinks we got were great. Things to improve on: Priced a little high for what you get. Change the menu to much where they don't have anything on the menu you have to hear everything from the waitress which is hard to remember. We didn't try any food for the reason and for everything to be super pricey. I will be back to try again if I'm in the area, even if it's just for a drink!

On my overnight in Bangor I was at a not-great hotel but fortunately Barliman's was nearby to save…read morethe day--or rather, happy hour into dinner into nightcap, which is how it went (mind you this was right after the time change, so it was dark before 5pm and my "late night" meant I left at 8:30, lol). The vibe is chill speakeasy/library; there's a comfy bar area with tables and then a warren of other little spaces where you can hang out as well, with books and games strewn about to peruse. I love that they have a small, curated menu, which makes it easy: Maine oysters (two kinds, both awesome) got me started with a martini (well OK two martinis; friendly bartender makes them *perfectly*), and then you can extend to dinner with a few rotating options. I got lucky because whoever is making this delicious food decided that bolognese and lasagna should have a baby and be served in a piping-hot dish with some bread and salad on the side, and who could be mad about that?! (NB get some red wine with it). And they feature the fabulous Maine martini (aka Allen's Coffee Brandy, to which I have been converted), so there's your perfect nightcap. Sometimes when you go to bars with small menus the food is so-so, but not here: everything was insanely good and the perfect portion size. Who knows when I'll be back in Bangor next, but I'll definitely come here again when I am. Check it out!

Low quality drinks and service, bad atmosphere, many better options in the area. Its a shame.read more

Cocktail bar in downtown Bangor, we typically stop here for a drink when we are in town. They have…read moresome interesting cocktails. They have bar food and some desserts but I have never tried any of their food. They have a large bar, lots of seats and an outside.

I didn't have any food, but there were several appealing options such as a seasonal beet salad as…read morean appetizer and different chicken entrees and a homemade pasta special. There were two hosts to greet me upon arrival. The space can be a little tricky to find if you've never been before.. if facing restaurant from the street you need to go to the right of it in a little alley way like spot and door is on your left in that space. The ambiance is upbeat and medium loud. Medium to dim lit with 7 or so spots at the bar and then tables near window or in dining room. There are wine, beer, and cocktail options. I had a blackberry cocktail with egg white, blackberry compote and gin. It was very good. Not too sweet or sour and light and fresh. The customers varied from older couples to dad and their kid to people in their early to mid 30's.

The service was great! Absolutely no complaints with that. I had the fish of the day which was Miso…read moremaple salmon over rice with green beans and it was delicious. When traveling for work, I try to get food that I would cook for myself at home and this was that kind of meal. The one "odd" thing was the insane amount of salt on their fries. They were fried perfectly, shoe string like, but I had to take my fingers and dust off the salt. I love salt! But they were WAY over done. Otherwise this is a nice spot. I will come back next time I'm in town.

Expensive but has a cool speakeasy and amazing 5 star food. Can only get the 4 course dining but…read moreplenty of options. The dessert is especially good!

We frequent Novio's for date nights and their monthly wine dinners. After last night's meal, I had…read moreto write a review. It was the very best meal we have had here (and we have had a lot of wonderful meals). For our first courses, the tuna tartare was so fresh and paired perfectly with the homemade chips. My husband had the mussels and the broth was drinkable, it was so delicious. We both had the filet for our mains. They were perfectly cooked medium rare with craveworthy pave potatoes. We sat at the bar and Courtney was a wonderful host/server/bartender working the perfect balance of conversation and privacy.

Irish Pub in downtown Bangor. Stopped in for lunch. Several people were fining which is always a…read moregood sign. We were seated immediately and the waiter was very kind. I ordered the butternut chicken salad. Nice portion and very tasty. My husband ordered the chicken sandwich which he noted was very flavorful. They do have live music in the evening.

A yummy outdoor lunch ! Food came quick and was delicious. I…read morechose the mushroom soup and avocado fries . My lunch date chose a steak and cheese sandwich. A couple of beers finished us. We will definitely be back!!!!

This was my first time ever in Bangor and I had such an Amazing dinner here it made my vacation!…read moreOur server Taylor D was super sweet and attentive, even though she was quite busy I didn't feel I had to wait long and the food and drinks were delicious! I will be coming again, thanks for the lovely evening Taylor! :)

We were completely blown away by Timber Kitchen. Honestly, this was the best meal we had during our…read moreentire trip through Maine and New Brunswick. We tried the lobster bisque, lobster mac & cheese, a burger with truffle fries, a wood-fired pizza, and finished with the homemade Maine blueberry pie from their in-house pastry chef. Every single dish was outstanding. The flavors, quality, and execution were exceptional from start to finish. The biggest surprise? It's located in a Residence Inn. Don't let that fool you--this is a destination restaurant in its own right. A special thanks to our server, Nick, whose recommendations were spot on. He was incredibly friendly, attentive, and genuinely helped make an already fantastic meal even better. Hands down, one of the best dining experiences we've had in a long time and easily the best food we had anywhere in Maine or Canada during our trip.

After visiting Mason's Brewery, I walked the short distance to High Tide. It was nice out, so I sat…read moreat the outside bar. A friendly bartender, and even a friendly couple from VA, made for some pleasant company. Now, warm butter on a lobster roll means you probably have to work back from 5 stars, right? But there was no reason to think lower score. Easy 5 stars. The food was delicious. And after the flight at Mason's earlier, then a pint and the lobster roll dish here, my sweet tooth kicked in and a nice ice cream sundae took care of that. Nice spot for sure!

Love the waterfront location. Food available late. Amazing drinks and good food. Kind of pricey for…read morefood but it's good quality

Got into town a little late and needed a quick bite prior to retiring for the night as Nocturnem it…read morewas! Plenty of beer options to choose from along with some standard bar fare for the food. Decided to go with the steak tacos which were flavorful and filling. Staff was polite and quick with the service. Causal vibe not overly loud to carry conversation and enjoy a good drink/bite!

Ambiance and brew selection were fantastic. I haven't enjoyed the food yet but my husband highly…read morerecommends it. He also enjoys the service, and says that the bartenders are friendly.

What a gem in DT Bangor. Really great vibe with food to match. Great food, great service!read more

Dinner on a Thursday night in July. We sat in the upstairs dining room. Great ambiance, 6 tables…read more Service was very good, food was variable. I had the crab cakes which were delicious but small for anyone with an appetite. The salad was fresh and well sized. My husband had the duck and it looked very good, he liked it. I opted for the scallops and risotto- I'd say it was the least tasty of the apps and entrees. Scallops were excellent but the risotto was a bit odd. It was a massive serving with lots of ingredients but lacked flavor. Raspberry Crème Brûlée for dessert was just OK. Love the outdoor rooftop bar. Will try that for a drink before dinner on our next visit. There are cute rooms with pool table, seating and games. Complimentary valet service. Will be back!

I have always loved Evenrood's. The food, beverages, and atmosphere are excellent. I recommend…read moreEvenrood's to everyone. We started with brussel sprouts, which were very tasty, just a bit salty. I usually get the salmon or halibut-I went for pan seared scallops. Excellent choice! I do not use a lot of salt at home, so again, a bit salty. My friends enjoyed the fish tacos and grilled shrimp. More fish on the tacos and a little less salt would have made this a five star review. Overall, still my favorite spot. The bar, the restaurant, the dragonfly decor -- nothing but love! Maybe I'll secure the old bank vault room when I graduate with my Master's degree in May 2025.

Evenrods is one of my favorite restaurants in Bangor. The food is consistently good and the service…read morevery pleasant. I ordered the halibut and it came with a delicious lemon blanc sauce. The fried rice cake that accompanied the fish was a tasty addition. The asparagus was nicely cooked. There is an upscale ambiance to the restaurant. If you fly in to go to the coast or mountains this would be a nice place to stop for dinner. It's nice without being fussy (though you will not experience fussy in Bangor anywhere).