Perfectly decent food, especially being a ski resort! Fish and chips special was perfectly tasty,…read morewith the haddock being of appropriate flakiness. Steamed broccoli was probably frozen, but that's what I get for ordering the default fry substitute.

Perhaps it was our mistake for not ordering the burger. That seems like what everyone gets excited…read moreabout, here. What we had, instead, over the course of a few visits: four different pizzas, three different salads, a few sandwiches, and lots of different beers. The pizzas were made with a thicker-style crust, I guess what might be called Greek-style in CT: thicker than a NY-style crust, thinner than a Chicago-style crust, and middle-of-the-road glutinous. Toppings were in good balance, a not-overly-sweet tomato sauce topped with just the right amount of cheese in our view. Pepperoni comes in wide strips cut from sandwich-sized slices, and versions we ordered with peppers or olives came with a fair amount of each. Our contingent of pizza snobs enjoyed, but did not love these pies. Sandwiches were pretty spendy, but appeared to be nicely filled, e.g. with chicken salad or deli meat, cheese, and veggies. The primary consumers said they were "okay." The three salads we tried (Cobb, beet, and King's Bag) were weak: so wimpy and mediocre for the price. (The ones down at D'Ellie's were far better!) I would emphatically not get these again. A few of our beers tasted as though they'd come from taps that hadn't been properly cleaned in a while. (Others were fine.) We hear there's a robust apres ski / evening scene here at times.... and the restaurant sure smells like it! It sounds like this restaurant has some strengths, which I guess we didn't quite hit. I'd come back with friends for apres ski drinks -- but probably not so much for the food (unless those drinks need absorbing).

Super fun place to be at Reggaefest with DJs but the lines are literally sometimes 40 people long…read moreto get your bracelet to get in, or to get drinks/food. $20 bloody marys is criminal haha but very good. Just so much ice and so little liquid.

Love the drinks and food! Fried chicken sandwich is awesome! All day breakfast sandwich is also…read moreawesome!

Great little pub with cold beer, great service and food. Staff knows their stuff and that should be…read moreenough characters.

Girls annual fall trip for shopping and lunch found me at a new restaurant. The Backstrap has been…read morehere awhile but we have always drove past thinking it was more of a market. The ladies highly recommend so here I am. Ample parking and easy to read signage from the road, they are handicapped accessible. We sat at the bar with our backs to the door. Atmosphere is rustic with two seating areas, one for larger parties. Drink specials menu came with regular menu and specials. I ordered the House Margarita with Blueberry. The ladies had seltzer and a beer. We ordered the Smash burger, the Roast Beef melt, and the Ramen. There was a chalk board hanging on the wall which had the meat and fish options for sale! So they do sell meats and fish but are more of a restaurant! Got it! The food came out in a timely fashion and looked great! The Ramen especially looked delightful! My Roast Beef melt was good. A bit greasy but that's to be expected with melts, cucumber salad was delicious, the fries were crispy and tasty. Smash burger was Huge and very delicious or so I was told. Bartender was wonderful making sure we had what we needed as well as providing drinks for the wait staff. Everyone was having a nice meal on a rainy Saturday in September. I definitely will be back with my husband when we drive over from Rangeley. May even grab some Game sausages.

Burnt bacon that I couldn't even eat, asked for over easy eggs the yolks were hard, ordered Texas…read moretoast it was paper thin and you only get 1 slice of toast now. Ordered the breakfast burrito and they didn't even cook the tortilla and the potatoes some were cooked and some were hard and not cooked. I have tried this place 4 times to give the new owner a chance as they are friendly but the food is just horrible. Sadly I can get better elsewhere.

Nothing better after a fun trip full of skiing and drinking than a big hearty breakfast of…read moreblueberry pancakes, scrambled eggs, bacon, and home fries with Carrabassett Coffee. Cozy interior with friendly service. We got there right around 9 on a Sunday morning when the place was half full and we were glad we did because it started filling up shortly afterward and there's not THAT many tables.

This is a special and fun place in the Carrabassett Valley - everyone comes here - Sugarloaf team,…read morelocals, skiers. The bowling is a great way to move your body after a long day on the slopes, and the spicy margs don't hurt! The pizza is tasty - not fancy but delicious and hits the spot after a busy day. The specials and events are good - enjoy the live music on Thursdays. Definitely recourses for families, friends, or whoever - we'll be back even if we aren't the worlds greatest bowlers

Popped in last minute when it seemed all other food options were closed. Found a seat at the bar…read moreand watched the bowlers hit over 200 as i ate the bombest fried chicken style tenders and fries. The mountain of fries were hidden under 4 huge tenders. Couldn't have been more pleased considering i wasnt sure what to exoect eating at a bowling alley. Also your chunky blue cheese was great. Ty. I will definitely return. Taco Tuesday night was cool, the chimichanga i saw looked excellent and not puny.

The Widowmaker Lounge is exactly what you hope to find at a ski resort--a classic ski‑bar hangout…read morewith cozy lodge vibes and a laid‑back atmosphere that makes it the perfect stop between runs. It's the kind of place where you can kick back, warm up, and enjoy a drink without any fuss. Service was great throughout our visit, and we had zero concerns there. We grabbed a couple of appetizers to refuel, and both were fantastic. The honey barbecue wings were absolutely delicious, especially paired with the ranch and blue cheese sauces. The feta‑topped French fries were another standout--crispy, flavorful, and surprisingly addictive. We also ordered a couple of 16‑ounce draft beers, which were fresh and great‑tasting. Combined with the lively ski‑lodge ambience, it all made for a fun, relaxing break from the slopes. Overall, the Widowmaker Lounge is a great spot to unwind, grab a bite, and enjoy the mountain atmosphere. A must‑stop between runs if you're spending the day on the slopes.

Stopped by the Widowmaker after a long day of skiing to enjoy some après-ski and the live music…read more Conveniently located at the bottom of the slopes in the main ski resort area, it's a great way to cap off a day on the mountain. We tried the nachos and the pretzel, both of which were good but nothing to write home about. Four stars only because the food was pretty average but then again still pretty good for on the mountain, resort-owned dining.

Tufulios is such a classic. The bar always gets busy, but it's a great place if you can get a spot…read more The food is consistent and solid. There's some great apps. what's fun is that most of the meals come with either rice, pasta, or a baked potato AND your choice of soup or a salad. That's a really good deal for what you get. I had a special this past time, the steak mac and cheese and it was really good! Cheesy, tasty, flavorful.

My family has been here several times and it's always good! We've ordered the same thing a couple…read moreof times and it's always the same great quality, but with enough slight variation that you can tell it's truly made from scratch. Their specials are great but everything on their regular menu that we've tried has also been delicious! This is definitely our go-to spot in the area! Our favorites are the pasta dishes (particularly the tortellini)! The staff is also always nice and we've gotten pretty lucky with little to no wait to be seated every time we've come in (though we've seen others have to wait longer).

A charming pub with a lovely over look of the river. The food was generally a bit overcooked but…read morestill quite good and not unreasonably priced. Coconut shrimp appetizer was really good.

Had a very unsettling experience at this restaurant on Sunday night. When we arrived we were…read moreexcited as this has been a staple in Kingfield for many years. Upon our arrival our waitress, Colleen, seemed a little disorganized and took awhile to grab us menus. We looked past that though for the time being, my friend ended up ordering a bud light. When he got his beer he tried it and it was an IPA. Had a darker tint to it as well, when the waitress came back my friend nicely asked what kind of beer it was and she said bud light, but became argumentative about it immediately which was not our intention at all. We simply just wanted to know what it was because it was an IPA. After wanting to argue and tell us it wasn't an IPA, she leaves and comes back and tells us that it was in fact an IPA and gave us a bud light. We thought it was all over after this, it wasn't. She then continues to act rude throughout the whole interaction and was not attentive to our table whatsoever. Then it came time for the bill. She quickly comes over and says yeah I'll get you boxes and then runs off, we wanted to let her know we wanted 3 separate checks. When she comes back we let her know this and she says well I'll try to remember what you guys had, when we offered to write it down for her since we didn't know it was such a hassle. We then decide to pay for it on one check, when my friend nicely goes down to do this she says "Yeah, the way you should have done it in the first place." We finally leave... it should be over at this point right? Well it wasn't, when we are walking back to our car from the gas station, she screams over another group of people at us "THANKS FOR THE 10 PERCENT TIP!" After the extremely rude and uncomfortable service, she's lucky she even got a tip! I don't know if she was having a bad day, but this is not someone I would want in the hospitality business. We left extremely disappointed and will not be back. It's too bad that a staple for so long has turned into a place that leaves a sour taste in your mouth

Had the most amazing meal here while visiting Maine! The Lobster bisque was AMAZING as well as the…read moresteaks and crème brûlée! The 3-course meal option was definitely worth it!

Coplin dinner house is my all time favorite restaurant. I have never had a bad meal here…read more The menu is ever changing and is also fun and inventive. Some new food recently include the orange cauliflower (incredible), the veal jager schnitzel (the best entree I've had in a long time) and the potato chip haddock (so fun and creative). They also always have dishes that are super consistent and always delicious. The Brussels spouts are some of the best I've ever had, the rack of lamb is always good, the donut is incredible, and the red Thai curry is always super flavorful. The service has always been top notch. Heidi, Anya, and the team are so friendly, kind, and caring. They are great people who bring so much to the restaurant! Couldn't have a better team! The restaurant is cozy, in a former house, and has lots of charm. It's great!

The ambience is fantastic -- warm, cozy, and full of ski‑lodge charm. We happened to arrive during…read moretrivia night and ended up having an absolute blast with the other patrons. The food was spot‑on across the board. I ordered the Haddock Rachel, along with the cheese curds appetizer, and paired it all with Shipyard's signature draft -- everything was delicious. The only drawback was the pacing of the service. Things moved slowly enough that I found myself repeatedly wondering where our server had gone, which kept the experience from being a full five stars. Still, it's a great spot with excellent food and a fun atmosphere.

If you know beer in Maine, then you know Shipyard. And if you know skiing in Maine, then you know…read moreSugarloaf. Combine the two, and of course it's great! Whether you're parking below for a quick before after you arrive/before you leave, or skiing up from above for a mid day or apres refreshment, you know you're getting quality service in a great environment. The bartenders and staff are all very friendly and helpful, and of course the beer is always delicious! Intestinal Impact Index Rating: 4/5 beer is beer!