DINE, all by Area

You can find a range of dining options below, grouped by location for ease of planning

DINE, in Castine

  • Dennett's at the Wharf

    – RESTAURANT –
    closed for the season
    15 Sea Street / Castine, Maine
    207.279.0744
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    A restaurant on the water with fresh and simple food, from lobster rolls to rainbow tacos. Also features local beers and craft cocktails.

  • Ebee's Sweets

    – COFFEE + BAKED TREATS –
    TUESDAY – SATURDAY, 8a–4p
    in Compass Rose Books
    3 Main Street / Castine, Maine
    207.326.5034
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    Providing delicious freshly baked goods, both sweet and savory, all depending on the day, along with cofees and teas. Also accepts custom orders, including for specialty cakes.

  • Pentagöet Inn & Pub

    – RESTAURANT + PUB –
    TUESDAY – SATURDAY, 5.30–9p (2024 season)
    pub opens at 4p
    dinner reservations strongly encouraged
    26 Main Street / Castine, Maine
    207.326.8616
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    Incredible food, striking interior design, and open porch seating combine to make dinner at the Pentagöet a true jewel of Castine. Also showcases jazz on the porch on Tuesdays, 5–8p, June through September.

  • Safe Harbor

    – DOCKSIDE TAKEOUT –
    closed for the season
    5 Sea Street / Castine, Maine
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    A range of seafood baskets for lunch, with seats right by the water. Also serving hearty breakfasts and coffee.

  • Danny Murphy's

    – PUB –
    DAILY, 4–9p
    5 Sea Street / Castine, Maine
    207.326.1004
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    Right by the dock, with classic pub fare such as burgers, pizza, and beer. Also hosts special events for local groups.

  • Stone Fox Farm

    – ICE CREAM FOOD TRUCK –
    through summer 2024
    on the dock
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  • Papa's Smokehouse

    – SMOKED MEATS FOOD TRUCK –
    23–24 AUGUST, service starts at 11a
    on the dock
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  • The Variety

    – RESTAURANT –
    MONDAY – SATURDAY, 7a–8p + SUNDAY, 7a–7p
    3 Main Street / Castine, Maine
    207.326.9920
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  • The Waypoint

    – MMA A LA CARTE CAFE –
    MONDAY–THURSDAY, 7a–9p
    FRIDAY, 7a–2p
    FRIDAY–SATURDAY, 5p–10p
    SUNDAY, 2–8.30p
    in the Alfond Student Center, lower level
    Pleasant Street / Castine, Maine
    207.326.2468
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    Open to the public, a great spot to meet up with friends or to grab a meal on the go. Also serves Starbucks coffees, teas, and blended beverages.

DINE, in Blue Hill

  • Arborvine

    – RESTAURANT –
    WEDNESDAY – SATURDAY, 5–8p
    dinner reservations strongly encouraged
    33 Tenney Hill / Blue Hill, Maine
    207.374.2119
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    Fine dining with intimate tables and cozy fireplaces, perfect for a romantic dinner or a group of friends. Also features a graceful team and delicious wine.

  • Barncastle

    – RESTAURANT –
    WEDNESDAY – SUNDAY, 5–8.15p
    pub opens at 4p
    dinner reservations strongly encouraged
    125 South Street / Blue Hill, Maine
    207.374.2300
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    Rich food without overwhelming the palette, with a salad of fresh ingredients next to schnitzel, chilled corn soup, and mussels on the menu. Also offers delicious desserts.

  • The Blue Chill

    – POPSICLES –
    MONDAY – SATURDAY, 1-4p
    4 Parker Point Road / Blue Hill, Maine
    207.374.7053
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    A family-focused hangout serving handmade popsicles. Also features brilliant twists on combinations of popsicle flavors.

  • Bucklyn Coffee

    – WALK–UP COFFEE SHOP –
    DAILY, 8a–2p
    103 Main Street / Blue Hill, Maine
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    Serving an amazing assortment of classic drinks and coffee options with a twist, with beans roasted on the coast of Maine. Also offers tasty baked goods and beans to use at home.

  • Devil's Half Acre

    – BEER GARDEN –
    MONDAY + TUESDAY + THURSDAY + FRIDAY, 4–8p
    SATURDAY + SUNDAY, 12.30–8p
    closed Wednesdays
    14 Mill Street / Blue Hill, Maine
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    A charming and casual gathering spot, with a lovely garden along with a range of seating, games, piano, and a television (especially for Red Sox baseball and NFL Sundays). Also hosts Trivia Thursdays, 5–7p.

  • Humblebee Cafe

    – CAFE –
    WEDNESDAY – SATURDAY, 7a–3p
    162 Ellsworth Road / Blue Hill, Maine
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    Fresh and delicious cafe food, with indoor and outdoor seating. Also features several great vegetarian options.

DINE, and Beyond

  • Bagaduce Lunch

    – ROADSIDE TAKEOUT –
    closed for the season
    145 Frank's Flat / Penobscot, Maine
    207.326.5034
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    A Maine classic by the water, serving more than just lobster rolls, hot dogs, and clams. Also delights in twisted soft serve ice cream, with different combinations featured each week.

  • Brooklin Inn

    – RESTAURANT –
    WEDNESDAY – SATURDAY, 5–9p
    please make reservations
    22 Reach Road / Brooklin, Maine
    207.359.2777
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    Serving a delicious menu featuring local seasonal ingredients. Also hosts beautiful special events.

  • Tinder Hearth

    – PIZZA + BAKERY –
    Morning treats WEDNESDAY + SATURDAY, 9a–12p
    Pizza TUESDAY – FRIDAY, 4.30–8p
    no pizza September 17–20
    reservations absolutely required for pizza; see website for process details
    1452 Coastal Road / Brooksville, Maine
    207.326.8381
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    Famous for the pizza and the garden environment that feels lifted out of a bucolic movie set. Also has delicious morning treats and coffees, which are the secret best experience of this gem in the country.