My wife and I reserved our table for the first time at Rooted shortly after the start of their…read moreinaugural season. What a surprise the night was! The experience stands out in my memory as a one of the top dining experiences of my life. Last night we came back again and this time dined with friends and the entirety of the service was no less impressive as it was last year. The small staff greets you warmly the moment you arrive and you quickly realize this isn't going to be a typical dining experience. They are only open for service Friday and Saturday and the whole experience lasts approximately 3-4 hours. With only one seating per evening, the focus is on the guest and their enjoyment versus trying to get you out the door. I was concerned when I learned the meal was vegetarian but was far from disappointed. The 6 courses were presented beautifully and so full of incredible flavors and textures that the meat was not missed from my plate. My stomach was definitely not still grumbling when the night was over...the portions were perfectly sized and allowed me to enjoy every savory bite. As far as the atmosphere goes; it is perfect for its "off the beaten path" location. Tucked away in the woods, it matches rustic cabin and elegance brilliantly. Winding paths from the parking lot and to the restroom add to the magic. Even an outdoor gathering area with open fire pits burning bright beckon you to sit and enjoy the moment. This is possibly the most romantic location for dining in Maine. Every single detail is full of warmth and welcoming. My only recommendation is that YOU make your reservation now and give Rooted a try!

A new woodland paradise and after opening only a month it's converted to all vegetarian menu! The…read moresetting is so serene, like being in a treehouse. Outside firepit with chairs are contemplative. The owner and staff are super friendly and accommodating. The wine list is ok but a bit pricey, while the Maine beer list could be expanded. There is a focus on local, of course, and we ate there just before ditching the animal protein. All our dishes were nicely presented and tasty, yet very traditional and not adventurous. However, I suspect this will change with the new focus. Definitely check out this new, truly hidden retreat.

Lovely coffee, and lovely service…read more Walking in here was like being in an eclectic art gallery. Art everywhere. So much to look at. The barista that took my order and made my drink was super nice. It was clean and neat. I will have to try the food, everyone said it's amazing. I will be back.

Gorgeous large coffee shop in downtown Skowhegan with leather tufted chairs, local art, and a bar…read more They have both a breakfast and lunch menu. I was so happy to find a a real coffee shop while traveling. And...it seems more like a place for locals instead of visitors - the barista was chatting away with the regulars at the counter and his co-worker while making drinks and didn't greet me or the people ahead of me at all. Latte was not great. I would probably give it another chance and maybe order food next time.

Had a late lunch here today, as Sidereal Farm Brewery was close by to the Airbnb we were staying at…read morethis week. As a disclaimer for this review, we came for the food, not the beer. My wife ordered the burnt ends and I went with the simmered ribs. We felt the meal portions were a bit on the smaller side, but I also think the pricing reflected that. The meats themselves were tender, but I felt my ribs were overseasoned somewhat. The sweet potato side was outstanding, just wish we had more of that. And the Fire Roasted brussels and artichoke side was burnt, to be honest. Cornbread, however, was extremely tasty. Still, overall, a decent meal, but somewhat inconsistent. 3.5 , rounded up to a 4 Star Yelp rating, IMO. Again, I can't comment about the beer, because we don't consume beer. I really shouldn't say the place had a "Hipster vibe", but it was certainly a unique and cool setting for a casual lunch.

Was excited to see a brewery/fine dining place out of the way on the map so we tried it!…read moreBased on the reviews here we had high hopes but it ended up being underwhelmed. Generally over all beer vs. food the beer was better. We liked 2 of the 4 we tried. The staff is very friendly, kind and accommodating and actually took one of the food items off- we didn't ask and were willing to pay so that was nice. Hubby ordered the "perfect scallop" it was almost inedible due to the amount of salt used. I had the burnt ends with peach/caper berry slaw, Tuscan Mac and cheese and sourdough bread. The burnt ends had good flavor but they were very overdone and dry. Mac and cheese had a good sauce bread was tasty. Neither of us enjoyed the slaw but maybe someone else would have. Overall a neat place to try but unsure if we'll try it again.

Really wonderful cafe with a local vibe and GREAT food. Can be very crowded depending upon the…read moretime, but lots of seating inside and out. Probably not the best for a quick bite--even to-go food can take a while. There are lots of gluten free options for those with Celiac. I had the smoked salmon BLT on gf bread and loved it.

We came here to get a quiche and pastries. All were homemade and delicious! I grabbed a lavender…read morelatte and it was delicious. If you're in the area, give it a try. I hope to try their homemade sourdough bread. The parking is a little limited however so be careful loading little ones in and out of the car.

Fun brewery in Skowhegan, Maine…read more Beers that we tried were very good, but they were out of flight glasses so only were able to provide a tasting. Pizza was wood fired and should have been amazing but doesn't seem it was cooked hot enough so crust was limp. Toppings and cheese were very good although the sauce was on the sweet side. I have to say the GF crust was fantastic and had a very good crisp in contrast to the regular crust. Could use additional help to clean tables and fans in restaurant, otherwise really clean. Restrooms were all unisex and really great concept.

They offer food, however we had just eaten. It looked delicious. Pizza well done. The beer was…read morefantastic. We got a flight. Plenty of seating and cans to go

Red Curry Thai restaurant, in Augusta, Maine, is a sleeper five star experience... The food and…read moreservice were unforgettable! The food was ALL 100% made fresh to order, and full of color, aroma, and flavor. The owner of the restaurant knows his customers so well that he remembered what my mother and brother would order for food... And drinks too. He even bought us complementary macaroons for dessert... and took family pictures for us. THE DEAL: if you want to feel VIP, had to red curry, where they treat you like family!

Amazing food great people, def going back The pad Thai was…read moreamazing and all the apps were very tasty!

We loved it! We found out about this location through an email article from Downeast Magazine…read more Service was so nice and welcoming! Small operation and the husband and wife team make it feel like you are dining at a family's home. Cozy and welcoming filled with delicious aromas of the food. We called in an order for take out. Glad we did, as there was a few people order at the counter when we arrived. Apparently there is the potential of them selling out, so order early! We ordered the following and LOVED everything, even the 3rd year old: Arayas - Lebanese Pita stuffed with Kofta seasoned Beef, accompanied by Greens and dollops of Zhoug and Labneh. Baked Crispy Spinach Fatayer - Onion, Lemon, EVOO in a Soft Pastry Pouch. Meat Fatayer - A Levantine Cuisine Staple, Ground Beef, Tomato, Onion, Pomegranate Molasses, Lebanese Seven Spice and Garnished w/ Pine Nuts. Chicken Shawarma Wrap - Braised Chicken Thighs, with Tabbouleh, Labneh, Tahini Dressing, and Pickled Onions, Grilled Crisped in Tandoori Bread. Kibbe - This Lebanese recipe is popular throughout the Middle East - made with Beef, Cracked Wheat, Onion, Spices and Pine Nuts. Chicken & Rice - Simmered with Beef, Rice, Pine nuts, Chicken Broth and Lebanese 7 Spice. Lubia b'Zeit - Green Beans, Onion & Tomato with EVVO & Seven Spice over Basmati Rice. (Vegan) The portions were great and we were able to share. My favorite was the Arayas and the Chicken Shawarma Wrap. We definitely recommend and can't wait to eat there again.

What a great spot! We stopped in Waterville on our way to Greenville and found this charming…read morerestaurant. I had the falafel wrap and it was the best I've had! My husband had the meat pies and they were delicious. I wish we had gotten sauce to go with them. Highly recommended.

Loved this place. Wonderful service by the owners. Excellent hard ciders flight. They have a…read moredelicious IPA and a wide range of their own wines ... have someone else drive you!

We were able to get here, because they are open on a Monday!…read more Sampled some of the ciders available to sample, and a couple other beverages as well. We very much enjoyed the apple wine - reminds of some German apple wine. We asked, and they managed to scrounge up some charcuterie to eat with our flights and beverages. Set in the middle of the country side, this is a good way to make a pleasant pit stop on a driving adventure. On weekends, there appears to be a food truck. There a plenty of games and activities for kids of all ages to enjoy the outdoor garden setting.