10 Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Camden

“We honestly didn’t expect to be this impressed! We managed to snag a last-minute reservation and felt lucky just to get a table but the entire experience ended up exceeding our expectations.

One of the standout surprises was their incredible selection of non-alcoholic wines and cocktails. They even had a nonalcoholic tequila, which I absolutely loved and rarely find done this well.

We started with the shrimp dumplings, which were a fantastic way to kick off the evening fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. For mains, we ordered the Portuguese seafood pasta and the steak frites. The seafood pasta was especially memorable, beautifully seasoned and packed with flavor in every bite. The steak frites were equally satisfying and cooked just right.

From start to finish, everything felt thoughtful and well executed. We’d absolutely come back the next time we’re in town!“

“10/10 so good. Calzones are my favorite, never thought of adding ricotta but that is the KEY. So so good.“

“Found this place about five years ago now we visit every time we are close we're from St. Louis Missouri and I've eaten here 10 or 12 times in the last few years. It's a must eat destination when in or near Central Maine! The Lobster Fettuccine Is To Die For 😋 🦞👩‍🍳🍝“

“Absolutely wonderful experience. I felt kind of funny, going to Maine and going for Thai food. But let me tell you, this is, hands down, the best Thai I've ever had. The food was absolutely perfect, every bite! Not your normal Thai food house, this is crafted dishes by a chef who cares for the art of Thai. Our server, I never caught her name, was wonderful. Never seemed stressed or hurried, in all the good ways. Seemed genuinely into what she was providing and excited to talk about the food and drink like it matters. Top notch!!

Only thing that we could possibly say even just a little negative would have been the phone. They're so popular, the phone doesn't stop ringing. But its a compliment to how good really this place is!!“

“We stopped down at the harbor for a snack on a lovely Sunday afternoon. Harbor Dogs is a tiny little stand, but they do a lot more than hot dogs! After a bit of deliberation we walked away with a million tons of food. Poutine! Asian fish tacos! Chili cheese dogs! Lobster rolls! Everything was delicious and those guys at the window? Top notch chefs. Get down to this unassuming shack and get yourself some amazing lunch.“

“My wife, daughter and I visited here this past weekend, and the atmosphere of The Waterfront called to us - great views of the harbor and several good online reviews led us here. Our experience lacked a bit - the intense heat in the area led us inside, where they didn't have any AC on so it was sweltering in the corner they seated us at (but to be fair, the weather isn't their fault, and they probably usually keep the windows open to enjoy the nice cool breeze off the water, which wasn't in play that day).

Our server was friendly, but overall didn't seem much interested in us after we indicated we weren't ordering cocktails, and the time between her visits was pretty lengthy - enough to run out of water twice.

The food was really good, with one notable exception. We had the lobster roll as well as the halibut tacos, both of which were tasty and excellent. Our daughter ordered the special of the day, which was fried shrimp and scallops, and she liked her meal. She offered me a bite of one of her scallops and I discovered that they weren't, in fact, scallops. It was a breaded whitefish of some kind, likely cod, made up to look like a scallop, and while it wasn't bad, it also wasn't a truthful depiction of what was on the menu. I grew up on the Chesapeake Bay and have been eating seafood my whole life, and clearly know the difference between scallops and fish. I also know there are times when restaurants may substitute fish for scallops - in this instance I just think the restaurant should have been truthful about it.“

“Hidden gem along Maine Coast. Food is amazing with Chef Katherine from Buck’s Restaurant joining the team.“

“Amazing lobster rolls and stew!!! Great service and healthy pours! I apologize as my husband knocked over the whole tub of silverware coming into the place but thanks for the laughs!!!“

“This place is awesome At least once or twice a month especially in the winter my wife and I drive 1.5 hours each way the food is so good. We purposely over order so we have left overs. The staff is friendly and attentive. The decor is fabulous. We are from Boston originally and this restaurant is as good as any in the Boston area.“

“As we often do while traveling, our first mission was finding a local brewpub. Sea Dog Brewing Company turned out to be exactly what we were hoping for. Sitting right on Camden Harbor, it's the kind of place where the view competes with the food for your attention. Whether you choose the covered outdoor patio overlooking the water or the expansive dining room lined with walls of windows, there really isn't a bad seat in the house.

The restaurant was spotless, the staff genuinely welcoming, and service never felt rushed. The menu offered hearty coastal fare done right, paired with an excellent lineup of house-brewed beers. After a full day on the road, there are few better rewards than fresh food, a cold local brew, and watching boats drift across the harbor as the evening sun settles over Camden. It's exactly the kind of brewpub every coastal town hopes to have—and one we'd happily return to.

With full stomachs and a few memorable pints behind us, we followed a winding road through the woods until it suddenly opened onto Drift Oceanside Inn. Nestled among tidy cottages perched above the ocean, it felt like we'd discovered a quiet little village hidden from the rest of the world where we would spend our first night in Maine.“