Grabbing a bite to eat before a concert and the Bangor waterfront pavilion and our hosts chose this…read moreplace for our dinner. Menu has traditional pub fare a well as some tasty Greek cuisine. Decor was sport pub like with TV screens scattered about for diners to watch. We were greeted with in minutes of sitting down. Drinks ordered then food. Pizza, a burger, and for me a Gyro, I can never over look one when offered. Bartender was great as was our server. Drinks flowed as did the food. I really enjoyed my gyro and hubby loved his burger. Our hosts said their pizza was their favorite.

Funny how all the 5 star reviews are for the non-Greek food. I ordered a mixed grill and greek…read moresalad. I've had lots of mixed grills at different places, and this was an abomination. Nothing was seasoned, the chicken was barely grilled, and the steak was inedible and tasted gamey like lamb. Usually a tasty sauce can save mediocre meat, but the tzatziki tasted like plain yogurt. The rice you can see for yourself. Tasted like boil-in-bag rice with some soggy vegetables. I really am not a picky eater and was hungry for this but couldn't even finish.

Blink and you'll miss it! After graduating from food truck to brick and mortar, Rasdal Falafel is…read moreproviding excellent eats along Route 1 in Searsport's revitalized "downtown." They make their pita bread in house, and it is wonderfully fluffy! My husband picked me up a falafel pita that was overflowing with all the additions, and it was very delicious and satisfying! The right meal to keep me going all afternoon! He also enjoyed the kibbeh pita that he got. Friendly service, and can't wait to go back to sample the desserts!

My first time, cute I got a falafel sandwich and some hummus for later. It's nice to bring…read moredifferent flavors into the town of Searsport.

Ordered chicken sheesh kebab to go. The service was fast and friendly. To-go portion was large and…read morecame with a salad. Definitely will return!

In today's day and age of cultural homogeneity the ability to get som real local ethnic food is a…read moreluxury and also in some ways a human responsibility to ensure quality of food moving forward. I got a wonderful chicken gyro and my goodness was not disappointed by the presentation and kindness of the employee. It tasted even better as I had just just gone to a neighboring business and the owner complained about the government and spoke disparagingly about USAID. I was happy to have found and given my business to this wonderful ethic eatery next door knowing that my money went to good people and ensured their long term success in the Bangor area.

My wife and I have been celebrating as many anniversaries as we can at Primo. With the exception of…read more2020 and 2025 we haven't missed a year. However. This year made us realize that this is our last year. It was our 25th and we were looking forward to it. It started with the hostess who was annoyed that we showed up 7 minutes early for our reservation and told us they were running on time and to take a walk in the garden and come back at the exact time of our reservation. Which we did. We were seated by the manager who seemed impatient. He handed us the menus and walked off. A detail I didn't consider until I noticed that the other manger handed the menus and went over some drink specials and menu specials. Our server was nice in the beginning although seemingly distracted. We found out a little later they had a wedding party upstairs and the kitchen was behind. We didn't mind because we were there for the experience as much as the food. However as the night rolled on and things took longer and longer, the staff seemed more and more annoyed with us for ordering our meal. By the end of the meal, our server asked if we wanted a cheese or dessert service and seemed very annoyed when we said yes. At this point we were 2 1/2 hours in and they wanted us out. However, we were still there because it had taken so long for our service and food. In the end we split a strawberry shortcake, which was very good, I had a coffee, and we got out of there. They wanted us out and we didn't want to stay any more. What is sad is we have been celebrating our anniversary for 20 years there as often as we can and this, our 25th was the worse experience we have ever had and we won't return. It broke our hearts.

Primo, "first". Interesting name to give your own restaurant. And the website doubles down by…read morequoting the chef - "the ultimate Farm to Table experience." (Another superlative?) Further reading boasts that they've received multiple awards and accolades, though the last one seems to be from 6 years ago. (As they say, time changes everything.) After walking around the beautiful grounds and event spaces, the young hostess who greeted us told us confidently that we would not be disappointed. Such hype and a charming setting could be a set up for disappointment, and it was. The friendly and attentive waiter tried to recite the specials but had to check his notes and wasn't certain about some ingredients or pricing. We chose the toast special "with house-made bread, cheese and seasonal berries". Immediately after ordering it, he asked if we wanted the bread service as well. We just ordered the toast . . . It was thin bread spread with bland cheese, a few macerated strawberries, a drizzle of balsamic and some greens on top (because you always put balsamic glaze and a few greens on top at an Italian-inspired restaurant?) Cliché, bland and no way those were local strawberries this early in the season. I like a simple starter but that depends on having flavor. (We had better avocado toast for breakfast at Joe's Flat Iron Cafe in Skowhegan a few days before.) Next we shared the Farmer's Salad, appetizingly and nostalgically served in a hand-turned wooden bowl. The crisp, fresh greens were radicchio, frissé, and romaine with house croutons, shaved Parmesan, pork belly pieces and a tasty dressing. Good effort overall but 1) what local farm produced those greens in early May ("ultimate farm to table"?), 2) I'm over trendy, greasy and sinewy pork belly replacing good, crispy bacon and 3) It was a simple salad I could have made at home. Where was the wow? We again went with the seasonal special for the main - house-made ravioli stuffed with house-made ricotta, lobster pieces and vegetables in an herb infused oil. Sounded great, looked good but another bland disappointment. The vegetable on top (garnish?) was roasted pea shoots that were dry and stringy. Sautéed cabbage was mixed with the raviolis. A flavorless filler. But kudos for including locally foraged fiddle heads to add seasonal color and interest. The pasta was well made but the cheese filling was just bland. As was the colored but flavorless herb oil. (And now I understand why Italian cooks say cheese doesn't go with seafood.) We asked for salt, got a strange look but they brought it. I have to give them credit for carefully crafting an uplifting and appealing setting. The gardens, event buildings, main house and dining spaces have an intoxicating atmosphere. And they clearly have their fans. (A woman at the next table who was eavesdropping on our conversation about the pros and cons of the food pointedly said to us as she left so that others could hear "I hope they got your meal right".) Bless her heart. Fine to support the home team (Maine plates on her car) but it's good theater more than great food. Overhyped and too expensive for what it is.

We had a terrific evening. The wine choice, the duck meatballs, the pasta limone, rib eye and the…read moreSalman were all delicious. Loved the chocolate cake and the blueberry lemon curd tort were yummy. Thanks.

It was a Tuesday evening at around 7pm and we didn't have a reservation so we expected a wait. Not…read moreso! They had tables outside and we were so blessed to get an amazing view. Service was superb and the meal exceptional. Thank you Nina June for a very relaxing and romantic dining experience!

Been here a couple times - food is really good. Had an attic char special - tasted great. The…read moreribeye is really good as well. Service is at relaxed pace - allows enjoying company and not feel rushed. Can get a bit warm on hot summer days.

Sunday morning brunch, off season, and it was packed! We had a reservation and I am glad we did…read more We were seated in the front room, happy about that as the back area where the bar is located is pretty tight. Very friendly place, cute brick interior. Had 6 oysters to start, very tasty. Loved my berry French toast and maple sausage. My husband's burger was reported as "good". The sauce under the baked fries was a bit heavy and had a vinegary bite to it. If you are not a brunch person there is the burger and salad but not much else for lunch goers. Service was quick to start then got slow as the kitchen got backed up. Might be best to arrive after noon.

I'm so glad to see that Ann's Book Bistro is open again. We went last night and sampled their new…read moreTapas menu and were blown away. We had their tomato fennel soup, slow cooked pork tacos with pickled veggies, and their Sparta (Greek) salad and finished with their special banana nut sundae. Finally we had a unique cocktail with chocolate tequila, Gran Marnier and Tia Marie (addictive!). All were unique and outstanding. It was also nice to see that the restaurant was packed and their unique atmosphere was hopping. We'll be back soon!

There are many terrific dining options in Damariscotta/Newcastle. But the no-doubt winner in the…read moremost underrated restaurant is Ann's Book Bistrot. We've met three groups of friends there in the past 10 days and sample pretty much everything on the tapas menu. Pork souvlaki, lamb ragu, Indian butter chicken, lamb burger, brie brûlée, bistro sesame noodles, tomato fennel soup--all of it fresh, delicious, all brilliantly presented. Quiet, comfortable at-home dining area makes for a perfect setting for perfect meals we and our dinner pals have enjoyed. Ann's Book Bistrot is just a couple of miles outside of downtown Damariscotta and well worth the trip.

Very good chicken gyro and excellent fries. Steak, onion, mushroom hoagie was loaded with meat and…read morequite tasty. Order at the counter, eat in, take out. Great little space. I highly recommend you give it a try. Prices are very fair. Assorted cold drinks in refrigerator cases. Nice staff. Very clean and right on US 1.

We did a last minute delivery order while renting an Airbnb nearby. (So sick of chain pizza…read moreplaces). Was able to order online directly with Athens Pizzeria (no DoorDash fees) Our correct order of a large pizza, Greek salad and Turtle cheesecake was delivered on time with a smile. Food was yummy and even my salad had no onions as requested. Very positive experience!

Great service and great Pizza. Everyone needs to visit…read more,,.............................................,

My 3 year old wanted pizza after attending the lobster festival and common house of pizza was on…read morethe way home. We got pepperoni pizza, mozzarella sticks and jalapeño poppers. My husband said the jalapeño poppers weren't bad but everything else was horrible pizza was burnt and dry but greasy at the same times somehow. Service was ok. And the building it self wasn't all that clean.