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    The Causeway Restaurant

    4.6 (48 reviews)
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    White chocolate crème brûlée served with almond brittle
    Karyn P.

    We had an amazing dinner here our first night visiting Maine. The oysters were the best we have ever had and the waitress told us they were caught an hour before being served.... so fresh! We tried the salmon, the cod, the Brussel sprouts, the Mac and cheese and the asparagus and it was all delicious! The best part however was the white chocolate crème brûlée!

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    Steff D.

    We had a lovely dinner at The Causeway! Highlights included: 1. The space itself! We sat outside and got to enjoy the view of their lawn down to the water and the curving Clark Island Rd. 2. The service! It was thoughtful and attentive. 3. The community vibe! Locals for sure know how special this place is, and it was neat to be a part of such a jovial atmosphere. 4. The cocktails! Every one we had was delicious. Unsure of what to get? Just ask; the staff is so knowledgeable. 5. THE VEGAN CRAB CAKES. This was the absolute stand out for me. One of the best things I've eaten in years. It was two jackfruit based cakes on some arugula with a remoulade. I wish this was offered as a main course, to be totally honest, like six crab cakes on a bigger bed of arugula. Unfortunately, we didn't love our Veggie Burger (it was pretty dry and completely fell apart upon picking it up) or the Vegan Lobster Wrap (which is hearts of palm and mushrooms tossed in mayo... it was very wet and kind of sour). We also thought there'd be more roasted potatoes on the side (as you can see in the photos, there were five or six tiny wedges). Over all The Causeway is offering a welcoming and relaxed dining (and brunch, too) experience in the midcoast area that focuses on supporting local Maine farms and fishermen with something for everyone on their menus.

    Lobster benny + blueberry pancakes, on the patio
    C K.

    I'm a self-declared brunch aficionado--I love brunch, would rather dine out for breakfast/brunch than any other meal, and have sampled brunch on all 7 continents. This brunch was one of my all-time favorites. It was our 1st time here and we decided to give it a try because we are traveling with our 2 pups and they were welcome to join us on the patio here. So glad we came--its our new favorite spot on the Midcoast. The coffee: just perfect. I was tempted by the house bloody mary that was at nearly every table and looked incredibly fresh, but wasn't up for alcohol with the day I had ahead. As we were leaving, I overheard someone ordering a virgin one and kicked myself for not thinking of that. The lobster benny is not to be missed (though needed a bit more hollandaise given how large the English muffins were). Apparently the bennies all previously came with hash browns? The server noted they had a new chef as of a few days ago and would now come with smashed potatoes. Well, the new chef is fantastic and I don't know what the hash browns were like, but the potatoes were solid. The blueberry pancakes were fluffy and delicious. They are served with real maple syrup and butter, but didn't really need either. The reuben was flavorful and not greasy. The sauerkraut looked canned but tasted house-made, so not sure what magic the chef worked there. We contemplated ordering a 2nd one to-go to share as a snack later--which isn't something we usually do, but it was just that good. Brunch was accompanied by live folk music, from a delightful duo who I would pay to go see perform and kept the classics coming--but at a volume where conversation was still comfortable. Together with gorgeous views and amazingly attentive service, it was one of the most enjoyable brunches I've had in years. We can't wait to return.

    Dates appetizer
    Mike G.

    Beautiful location, great food and atmosphere is a summation for this restaurant. The dates bacon wrapped appetizers, a great creation filled with flavors and fillings. The main meal was prepared with fresh ingredients, and excellent presentation. The whole experience was topped with a great service! Don't forget the excellent choice of "happy drinks". First but not last visit. Highly recommended!'

    Burger with sweet potato fries

    Oh my goodness, this restaurant is amazing! The food, service and ambiance blew away our expectations -and we were a large party of 12 people! Let's talk ambiance quickly: the lovely, friendly hostess put our large group on the deck with a gorgeous view of the water and the sunset. We didn't need the heater but it was available. The tables throughout the restaurant were decorated in a rustic minimalist design and the interior ambiance was cozy. The deck where we ate was clean and nautical with trendy Edison lighting. Now I'll turn my attention to the service. My traveling companions and I would like to give the Causeway staff 10 stars in this category! My group of 12 is a boisterous crowd, and our waiter, Jase interacted so well with us that we applauded him at the end of the meal. A couple people in our party asked for substitutions which Jase and the chef accommodated without any issues. The manager, Brenda came to the table to welcome us and our waiter, Jase gave us just the right amount of attention throughout the meal. The owner of the inn, Greg also helped with every aspect of the meal service and made us feel very welcome! At the end of the meal, the Chef came out to greet us which was a very special treat for us. He also received a round of applause from us because our taste buds were still doing a happy dance! Now, let's talk about the food. EPIC. 10 stars again! My husband and I shared two appetizers: the Brussels sprouts with pancetta and blue cheese which were the best roasted Brussels sprouts we've ever had (and that's saying a lot because we get it everywhere we go), and the bacon wrapped dates. Those 2 apps were so tasty, I could have ordered them all over again for my meal! But hubby and I ordered the hangar steak with asparagus, roasted potatoes and a wonderful sauce of some sort. My description is unfortunate because I'm not doing it justice. The flavors were outstanding! Our friends ordered a variety of menu items, but a couple that got rave reviews were the mussels and the lamb. My friends and I want to thank the exceptional staff of the Causeway for blessing us with a memorable meal and delightful experience that we hope to recreate the next time we're in the area!

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    Hannah P.

    Came here for a Sunday brunch and it was very good! I had the eggs Benedict and I loved it! Beautiful ambiance sitting outside on the deck but there were a ton of hornets flying around. The service was efficient and friendly. Can't wait to come back and enjoy more meals here again!

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    Warm, gracious and welcoming. Staff is friendly and helpful and the meal was excellent . We will be back.

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    Thanks John! We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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    Great location, service and food It is stupid that Yelp requires 85 words when all can be done with 5.

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    Thanks John, we're glad you enjoyed your dinner with us! :)

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    Thank you for the kind words! Hope to see you again soon.

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    2 years ago

    Incredible service and cuisine. Lots of vegetarian options! The veggie crab cakes were delicious!

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    Thanks Christy! We hope to see you again soon.

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    Thanks Hannah! We hope to see you again soon. :)

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    Thank you Erin! We hope you enjoy the rest of your honeymoon!

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    Lovely food, service, and ambiance in a restaurant attached to a wonderful inn! I hope to return!

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    Thanks Beverly, we're so glad you enjoyed your experience!

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    Food was very tasty but took a bit, there is lots of very beautiful artwork on the walls. Waitresses were very kind.

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    Ask the Community - The Causeway Restaurant

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    The Block Saloon

    The Block Saloon

    4.6(41 reviews)
    6.0 mi
    $$

    I'll start with-- this is a cute little restaurant in a cute little downtown of Thomaston…read more We didn't have a reservation but it was a cold Sunday night after daylight savings so everyone was likely home complaining about how dark it was so early. Needless to say, we got seated right away. They seem to prefer reservations though. My favorite thing? The small rotating menu. It's nice to see them try to do only a few dishes really well. The service was good. The menu had some solid options. The food? We had the steak chili, shrimp allá vodka and the pizza with pumpkin. All the dishes were very delicious. But really, the shrimp allá vodka sauce was actually so good. We did not want the dish to end. Why the 4 stars? Our $27 shrimp dish only had 4 small shrimp in it. While it was very delicious we called the shrimp "gold" because there were so few and they were so good that it was like finding gold in your plate when the bite had it in it. The other piece, I read this in a review below, but decided to try it for myself. There seems to be a problem with their ventilation system in the kitchen. We were sitting at our table and suddenly it got Smokey but not like visible smoke but you felt it in your eyes. One of my eyes started watering and burning and then my son said his eyes were hurting even though I didn't say anything about it. It seems odd, but definitely impacted our dining experience. This place is a great little gem and we will come back when a new menu is around to try all the new in season dishes.

    Not being from the area, I did a lot of online research to find a cool place to eat dinner for our…read more25th anniversary. This place intrigued me with its ever rotating menu as they use what we fresh ingredients that may be available at the time. We began with salmon croquettes and carrot ginger soup-both were great but the soup was seriously out of this world-just the perfect amount of flavoring! My husband had the birria tacos and I had the risotto. Portions were large and reasonably priced. It really is a tiny saloon that probably can't fit more than 20 people or so unless you sat at the bar, but it was phenomenal. I do wish restaurants in the area offered dessert, but maybe there more of a big city thing?

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    Franny’s Bistro - Tuna special

    Franny’s Bistro

    4.5(122 reviews)
    16.0 mi

    There are usually two restaurants in Camden worth trying amongst the many tourist traps and…read moreFranny's is one. I first went to "Francine's" over 2 decades ago! While it was a lot cheaper then, and maybe a bit better, we throughly enjoyed our meal here. The biggest improvement is the comfy outdoor dog-friendly tent. Service was very sweet and prompt. Our ribs and swordfish were excellent. The tent has a large floor rug which added a homey touch. The only downside was the 70s rock canned music. Otherwise, this is one of only a few worthwhile dining experiences here.

    We moved to Rockport 5 years ago and have enjoyed coming to Franny's for special occasions ever…read moresince. Unless things radically change, this evening's dinner will be the last time . Our waiter was pleasant, but the service itself was glacially slow: 15 minutes for 2 drinks to be delivered; and it should not take an hour from the time you order to the time your dinner is served. The steak frites, previously a favorite, was a disaster. Steaks were undercooked, fries were overcooked, and the grilled ceasar salad I remember really enjoying was an over-dressed, over-cooked soggy mess. The Kraken appetizer, again an old favorite, was cold and soggy. While sitting outside on a summer's evening can be pleasant, their tent is dank, dark and chill. Even the paper menus were wilted. They have heaters, why not light them? This evening at Franny's was a sad disappointment.

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    Franny’s Bistro - Ambience amazing, food delicious! Personally not impressed by their tuna special but do not hesitate to give 5  Staff accomandating

    Ambience amazing, food delicious! Personally not impressed by their tuna special but do not hesitate to give 5 Staff accomandating

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    13 Oak

    13 Oak

    3.9(15 reviews)
    8.5 mi

    Overall I was unimpressed by 13 Oak. Not exactly bad per se but it fell well below my expectations…read morefrom reading other reviews. I do miss Cafe Miranda, the restaurant formerly in this location. After being brought to my table and offered water I was ignored for what seemed like a long time. But after that the service got better. My waiter once he arrived was fine and seemed to know the offerings pretty well. On the starters menu there was a Crudo, described as "local fresh catch. Chef's selection." I asked and it was scallop. Sounded good. It was, but I wasn't crazy about the texture of the raw scallops. (I've had crudo before but never scallop.) But I did like the heat intensity from the hot pepper rings, the sweetness from the mandarin orange slices, the pronounced flavor of roasted garlic, and the oily dressing with two kinds of sesame seeds. Biggest flaw: way too small for the price of $20. I had a cocktail from their small specialties section, "No Cap(irinha)": Cachaca (a Brazilian rum made from sugarcane), blueberry Cheong (a Korean style fruit syrup), and lime. It was refreshing, but very weak on alcohol, served in an inappropriate glass reminiscent of a cafeteria tumbler, and the ice was all wrong (too-small pieces that quickly diluted the already weak drink). Rather than take a chance on another disappointing cocktail my second drink was a glass of wine from the small but ample selection of by the glass. As for the other alcoholic beverages: the beer selection was very small, and the only hard cider was the undrinkable Woodchuck. My entree was also scallops. Described as "local scallops, mushroom, bacon risotto, parmesan." The scallops were tasty, heavily seared on one side and cooked medium on the other. The risotto was very good, without the heaviness of excess cream or cheese found in many risottos, and the rice grains were distinct and al dente, not mushy at all. The bacon may have been good in moderation, but this wasn't moderate. The large smoky bits totally overwhelmed the delicate scallops, making it seem like the bacon was the main event, the scallops merely an afterthought. But my biggest criticism is the portion: the 4 medium-large scallops were in no way adequate, and the price for what I got was insane. My rating is based not just on what I ate but what was on the menu and on other diners' plates. The menu was very small. Yes it is a tiny restaurant (just 9 tables and maybe 6 seats at the semicircular bar), but the former Cafe Miranda in the same location had a huge menu so it must be possible. I'm glad I didn't order the steak. I overheard the waiter tell another diner it was just the steak and a sauce and did they want to order sides (6 sides are offered at $10 apiece). That's ridiculous. An entree should be complete, with creative sides included as decided by the chef. For a steak, maybe some onion rings and grilled broccolini, for example? Add 2 sides at $10 apiece and your steak entree is now costing a whopping $60! And stealing some furtive glances when it arrived at my neighbor's table, it didn't look that special. I could be wrong though. I also saw a burger delivered. A 6 oz patty, with caramelized onion, black garlic mayo, brioche bun, and fries or salad. That's "or", not "and." 6 oz burger for a whopping $26! Um, no. No table bread! Grrr. This annoys me maybe more than it should. Sadly it's getting more common. Want bread? Order it for $6. No thanks. Going with the cafeteria theme (the aforementioned cheap-looking cocktail glasses) the silverware was provided wrapped in a single basic paper napkin, and the table was unadorned with tablecloth. Completely inappropriate for the level of restaurant I think they are striving for. Dessert menu was pretty small too. But I figured I couldn't go wrong with flourless chocolate cake. And there was nothing wrong with it, just unimpressive, the standard presentation of a slab of cake, a few raspberries and mint leaves, and an amorphous blob of whipped cream on top. Yawn. My water glass, after being filled regularly for the first 30 minutes (I was very thirsty), was left empty for the rest of the evening. Until after I had already paid and was about to leave, the water person came by and asked if I wanted water. Rather late, and a strange question. Why ask? Just pour!

    Excellent encounters with staff from the moment we walked in the door. The ambiance was pleasant…read moreand the food was excellent. The service was also excellent. I would definitely return if in the area.

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    High Tide - Cajun tuna

    High Tide

    4.1(41 reviews)
    8.4 mi
    $$$

    Top notch food. The ahí tuna was cooked perfectly, good sear on the exterior, medium rare interior…read more Tender and full of flavor. The Greek gryo had a wonderful tzatziki sauce, fresh veggies, juicy chicken with a great sear. The haddock fish had a light, airy, and crispy batter. It was tender, and had a great flavor when paired with the tartar sauce. The kid's Mac and cheese was also fantastic. Most restaurants sell you kraft Mac and cheese, not here. The Mac and cheese was made with cork-screw pasta, a thick, creamy, cheese sauce, topped with a crust of additional cheese and bread crumbs. The food also had very nice plating considering the price point. Each meal was presented in a way that showed thought, and craftsmanship. Overall, this restaurant had the most memorable food of my trip to Maine.

    Have you ever been so pleasantly shocked but you just don't know what to do? That's what happened…read moretonight. We had intended to eat at a different restaurant, however, said restaurant was full, and this was a back up. When we called they said we're empty so we said fine we are on our way. We arrived and the interior was interesting, not bad just interesting and we thought OK we'll just get a quick meal nothing right home about. It'll be fine. However. Fine is not enough to describe it. Don't walk, RUN to order the broiled haddock plaki. What an AMAZING surprise. Flavorful haddock with feta tomato and lemon on top, perfectly sautéed zucchini and yellow squash, and a rice and tomato combo that was absolutely shovel in mouth inducing. Other dishes that were described as out of this world included the atuffed haddock, fried clams, chicken tenders, and don't get me started on the FRITES!! Paired with a can sauvignon that was an excellent selection by the bar team, I was in heaven and had to be rolled away from the table. Absolute perfection in every bite!!

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    View from terrace to harbor. Gorgeous view.

    The Alna Store - alna burger and red wine

    The Alna Store

    4.4(62 reviews)
    22.7 mi
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    What a hidden gem in a town i've never visited before. I decided to make it to brunch for mother's…read moreday weekend and i really can't recommend this spot enough for a delicious and down to earth meal with people you love. I think the space is very cozy, with an open kitchen and wood tables and bar. The cute little market in back is wonderful to check out before or after your meal. The staff is absolutely wonderful. So kind and making recommendations along with answering any questions you have. I think for the price of food you are really getting a great deal. Everything is made fresh in house from scratch which you can watch when you sit at the bar which i did. Watching orange juice wbu freshly squeezed and the donuts being put together from absolute scratch. The burger is definitely a great choice, I couldn't get over the house cut fries and the alna sauce was wonderful to dip them in. The burger was juicy and delicious and paired perfectly with the Volcanique red they had on the menu. My mother ordered the grits and eggs, this dish was cooked perfectly and had a house made salsa verde. The side of sourdough is a must get for shareable side. The house made jam was spectacular - they make every sauce and dip and spread in house and you can really tell. It elevates the meal so much. The drinks were a bit overpriced in my opinion but as someone who lives in Portland i wasn't surprised they were priced that way. The standout from the meal was definitely the sour dough donut. This was fried fresh to order and we had the seasonal flavor that was lime glazed and it was absolutely breathtaking! The crispy exterior with the fluffy inside was perfection - you have to order this. I definitely will need to come and check out dinner here. Highly recommend making the trek out!

    A place like The Alna Store really does need to be located in rural Maine, a solid hour from…read morePortland. Everything about The Alna Store is so special--it's possibly the best meal you will ever have, while inside the most unpretentious building, an actual store that sells produce and specialty gift items. A place like this should be experienced as a planned outing, not just a restaurant that's happened upon. A James Beard Award winning restaurant inside what could have been my grandparents' barn, along with beautifully mismatched silverware and repurposed green wine bottle water glasses--what could be more Maine? On both visits we were so excited that we arrived about a half hour early for our reservation, yet were welcomed and promptly seated. The service is excellent, and the food is next level out of this world. I couldn't help but want the person I was with to try what I was eating so we could try to parse out the complex flavors in each dish. Is that a tomato base? Chives? Ginger? Cucumber? We enjoyed every bite of every plate. Both times we started with the gazpacho, at dinner it was served with a grilled/toaster piece of sourdough focaccia. Fantastic! My dinner entree was the grilled squash with roasted peppers and delicious, flavorful breadcrumbs, and fresh mint leaves--it was our favorite plate of the meal. We both had desserts (pictured), the cake looked impressive as it tasted, yet the berry crisp was our favorite. Everything at dinner was so fabulous that I had to return, this time for brunch. We started with a couple of cups of our favorite Tandem coffee, again the gazpacho, and this time tried the ratatouille. Again, the flavors! How do they do it? Everything looked and tasted as if it was prepared with care. One more observation, how mistakes are handled: the person I had brunch with was vegan and the ratatouille came out with cheese. Our server promptly recognized the error, brought a remade dish, and at the end of the meal brought a complimentary vegan sorbet and said that "mistakes are celebrated", which we appreciated. Because of all of the much deserved accolades The Alna Store has recently received (James Beard, New York Times), the parking lot was full of out of state plates from Massachusetts, Maryland, Oregon, so be sure to make a reservation, and enjoy the people watching while you eat possibly the best meal of your life. We are so fortunate to live within an hour of this very special place. A solid five stars, please don't change a thing. I can't wait to try the fall menu!

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    Cafe Louis

    Cafe Louis

    4.5(21 reviews)
    16.0 mi

    Have been 3x to Cafe Louis betw Sept 2024 - Dec 2025. The first visit was on Labor Day Monday…read more2024...it was uh-mazing! I thought it was the bomb, esp the food and service. Have returned twice since then. As the menu is small and hasn't changed since my first visit, the charm has worn off. I usually share the roast half chicken plus 2-3 sides. The meal was absolutely flavorful on my first visit but not so much the last visit in Dec 2025. Maybe it was a bad night? I thought the flavors fell flat and service was not as attentive. I was celebrating the holidays by treating friends to dinner and had to wave down someone twice to order rounds of drinks. I will give any establishment 20 stars if they are paying attention as to whether your glass is half empty. For me, the food can be excellent or blah but excellent service can make or break a restaurant.

    First off the food was delicious. The question is what are you willing to ignore to enjoy it?…read moreStarting with cleanliness -- spider webs above our table and food stains on the walls. (See pics) Hospitality is completely absent. No one made eye contact for a prolonged period of time after we entered. Yes, it is a very small space, but there was one waiter and one bartender. Never received set ups. We rooted around in an exposed cabinet and snagged our own. And they don't carry any sodas whatsoever. So... enjoy the food but pack your patience and perhaps don't look too hard at the walls of the dining room.

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