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    The Anchor

    4.2 (11 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    David K.

    Amazing little place, on Main Street but still easy to miss unless you are looking right at it. A favorite with the locals, and just one meal there will make that obvious. Others have talked about the size of the portions, but even more importantly is the quality of the food. We had the Haddock Burger with Fries, and the Haddock Platter, also with Fries and Slaw. If eating in your car is your thing, take the time to drive across the street into the parking lots behind and across from the Machias River General Store. There you can watch the goings on at the Bad Little Falls Park - depending upon the time of year and season, folks will be casting their nets across the Falls. That spectacle, combined with the terrific food served to you by the skilled staff, will be well worth your visit. Recommended!

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    Best service, great food and fun atmosphere! All welcome..bring the kids! Local family owned and run!

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    We stayed at the "Machias River Inn" and had planned to eat breakfast at the nearby "Helen's" but it was closed.

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    Ellsworth's best known little brew pub is also a friendly little place to get the best beer in…read moretown. The food is above average (I recommend the baked potatoes!). Flights of beer in a small cozy setting. Oatmeal stout among the best I've had. Famous for their Red Ale. You really can't find better beer In Ellsworth!

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