Nice surprise. The only negative was that after we arrived we were informed that it was a fixed menu for NYE. Unfortunately one in our party didn't eat meat, and the mains were all meat. They were nice enough to find substitutes, but it was a little surprising because the restaurant called to confirm reservation, but never mentioned the menu. We will be back because the food and service was very good.
David
We had an exceptional dining experience at Ann book bistro this evening. The food was outstanding as it was the service. The ambience is very charming. It is fine dining on the mid coast of Maine, difficult to find. We will be back.
Samuel Dolley
Book nook is a good idea but the food and service is terrible. Way overpriced and just an all around not recommendable experience.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 1
Opentable Diner
Guest chefs for what? Went here and the food was ill prepared at best similarly to the front end. Ambiance was interesting the book nook idea is cool but staff and chefs leave much to be desired.
Guest chefs for what? Went here and the food was ill prepared at best similarly to the front end. Ambiance was interesting the book nook idea is cool but staff and chefs leave much to be desired.
Bill McPadden
Caught Ann’s on an off night. Certainly food was good, but unfortunately service and kitchen were short staffed and server was very inexperienced.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 2
Tom
Ann's has a very unique atmosphere for this area. Intimate and sheik. They give you complimentary pita and guacamole, and their salads are excellent. I had their chicken marsala and it was very tender but maybe a touch too much rosemary. The sides were very good. Jennifer had the tomato soup as her entree (which she regularly orders) along with the warm burrata salad (again both excellent). Raye was an excellent server!
TimothyL
Quaint, very unique menu, and lots of different things to try no matter what your taste is 
Tom
Ann's Book Bistro has redesigned the interior, since our last visit, which has resulted in transitioning to a swank and a more comfortable but not formal space. As usual, service was excellent, to the credit of Chauncy and Linda, and the food very good and well presented. We will be back soon.
tina
food was OK, and some dishes were even quite special, but the prices were way too high for what it was.
We had such a great time at Ann's. The service was attentive, the food was fabulous! It is now on our list of favorite Date Night restaurants when we visit Damariscotta. We will be back!❤️
E Orielly
Cute little cozy bistro. Great friendly staff. Food choices are different and interesting. Salmon crudo and hummus was delicious but menu is very overpriced.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Erik Bateman
We love this place so much and come here every chance we get!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
FreshFoodie
Wow! What a gem of a restaurant just outside of downtown Damariscotta! Loved the atmosphere surrounded by books about theater, a tribute to the owners.Service was fantastic. Drinks were good and an interesting beer list. Had a charcuterie with the most delicious hummus and a nice balance of meat, cheese, and fruit. Shared the paella- delicious! Plenty for more than two. Lightly but flavorfully spiced and lots of seafood. Other meals at the table were curry shrimp that was warm and well spiced, the perfect carbonara, and a huge burger. Wished we had tried some sides like the broccoli rabe and roasted carrots. They looked great at a neighboring table. Wished we had room for dessert- a strawberry rhubarb cheesecake. Next time! We will definitely be back! It's pricy but worth it with the attention to detail in each dish and the highest quality of food and service. Glad we found this!
LisaS
Ann's Book Bistro is a cozy, inviting place for a meal. The food is consistently excellent and creative, and the staff makes the experience extraordinary. When the weather is warm, the patio outside is wonderful.
Nice surprise. The only negative was that after we arrived we were informed that it was a fixed menu for NYE. Unfortunately one in our party didn't eat meat, and the mains were all meat. They were nice enough to find substitutes, but it was a little surprising because the restaurant called to confirm reservation, but never mentioned the menu. We will be back because the food and service was very good.
We had an exceptional dining experience at Ann book bistro this evening. The food was outstanding as it was the service. The ambience is very charming. It is fine dining on the mid coast of Maine, difficult to find. We will be back.
Book nook is a good idea but the food and service is terrible. Way overpriced and just an all around not recommendable experience.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 1
Guest chefs for what? Went here and the food was ill prepared at best similarly to the front end. Ambiance was interesting the book nook idea is cool but staff and chefs leave much to be desired.
Guest chefs for what? Went here and the food was ill prepared at best similarly to the front end. Ambiance was interesting the book nook idea is cool but staff and chefs leave much to be desired.
Caught Ann’s on an off night. Certainly food was good, but unfortunately service and kitchen were short staffed and server was very inexperienced.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 2
Ann's has a very unique atmosphere for this area. Intimate and sheik. They give you complimentary pita and guacamole, and their salads are excellent. I had their chicken marsala and it was very tender but maybe a touch too much rosemary. The sides were very good. Jennifer had the tomato soup as her entree (which she regularly orders) along with the warm burrata salad (again both excellent). Raye was an excellent server!
Quaint, very unique menu, and lots of different things to try no matter what your taste is 
Ann's Book Bistro has redesigned the interior, since our last visit, which has resulted in transitioning to a swank and a more comfortable but not formal space. As usual, service was excellent, to the credit of Chauncy and Linda, and the food very good and well presented. We will be back soon.
food was OK, and some dishes were even quite special, but the prices were way too high for what it was.
Restaurantji Recommends
We had such a great time at Ann's. The service was attentive, the food was fabulous! It is now on our list of favorite Date Night restaurants when we visit Damariscotta. We will be back!❤️
Cute little cozy bistro. Great friendly staff. Food choices are different and interesting. Salmon crudo and hummus was delicious but menu is very overpriced.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
We love this place so much and come here every chance we get!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wow! What a gem of a restaurant just outside of downtown Damariscotta! Loved the atmosphere surrounded by books about theater, a tribute to the owners.Service was fantastic. Drinks were good and an interesting beer list. Had a charcuterie with the most delicious hummus and a nice balance of meat, cheese, and fruit. Shared the paella- delicious! Plenty for more than two. Lightly but flavorfully spiced and lots of seafood. Other meals at the table were curry shrimp that was warm and well spiced, the perfect carbonara, and a huge burger. Wished we had tried some sides like the broccoli rabe and roasted carrots. They looked great at a neighboring table. Wished we had room for dessert- a strawberry rhubarb cheesecake. Next time! We will definitely be back! It's pricy but worth it with the attention to detail in each dish and the highest quality of food and service. Glad we found this!
Ann's Book Bistro is a cozy, inviting place for a meal. The food is consistently excellent and creative, and the staff makes the experience extraordinary. When the weather is warm, the patio outside is wonderful.
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