33 Best American Restaurants near Rockland

“Amazing food, staff and atmosphere!“

“We travel from Newcastle to eat at Trackside. Everything we have ever ordered has been delicious. So many great things on their menu. We especially love the haddock bites.“

“The best burger I have had in a long time. Well seasoned and cooked to perfection. Highly recommend!“

“Great food. Had dock tacos were exceptional. Big pieces of broiled had dock and vegetables cut properly topped with crema. The poutine was addictive, and big enough for two. Will definitely go back and try the rest of their menu“

“My review is based off of the tamales just ordered. I grew up in Panama and it was one the best treats to get fresh tamales. It didn’t happen very often- but when it did, I loved them so much. And obviously in Maine- it’s almost impossible to find them- especially authentic. I was quite impressed with Sammy’s take on tamales. Of course- they are not the exact replica of what I had- but they are very impressive. And it’s A LOT of work to make them. It’s not Taco Bell. These are real tamales and I truly hope they don’t go away. Thanks so much for adding these into the Midcoast menu taking the time. Truly delicious. 🇵🇦“

“Fantastic food, service & drinks! My personal favorites are the Beet Napoleon salad & Eggplant Parmigiano!! Best in town & love the generous portion sizes for a very reasonably price. Their house marinra/red sauce is INCREDIBLE! Thank you Rustica for serving up such great food to us l locals!“

“Top notch service with great prices and big portions!“

“3 or 4 trips over the last month with different orders each time and consistently wonderful food and service!“

“My friends and I always have a great time here, and it’s one of those places we know we can consistently count on for a fantastic experience. The staff are friendly, welcoming, and attentive without being overbearing, which really makes a difference. Whether we’re stopping by for a casual drink or settling in for a longer evening, the atmosphere is always enjoyable, and the service never disappoints. It’s become a reliable favorite for us, and we’re always happy to come back!“

“Great service. Thank you Sarah! The food was outstanding. Biscuits, blueberry pancake, bacon, maple latte. Everything was perfect. Love the feel of the interior. Highly recommend.“

“We’ve enjoyed Franny’s for more than 8 years and our dinner last week was no exception. Our server was darling - service was gracious and smooth - and the food was wonderful. I ordered the halibut special topped w roasted peaches - a really and truly memorable meal. My companions loved every bite of their salads and steak frites. Jen and company always make dinner at Franny’s a treat and we can’t wait to go back.“

“Came here to celebrate my fiancee and I's engagement while we are traveling around Maine. We received phenomenal food and service dining here at Winonas! We did one of everything and all of the dishes were amazing. The tofu and the Halibut were highlights! We will be back next time we are in Camden and recommend this to anyone looking for an intimate dining experience!“

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“We go here a couple times a month for dinner. They have some gluten free options, great chicken wings and a great bar though it is very small, so we have had to sit at a table a couple of times. The dining area doesn't have great ambiance but the food and service has always been terrific.“

“We always receive fabulous service with a smile!“

“I had the Haddock melt, very good would like to know where you get you haddock for the sandwiches? Excellent, hope to get back before we leave for Arizona.“

“What a phenomenal dinner with family. Visited from far away, but I am thankful we ended up here. 1st, Chris was a fantastic host at the bar before we moved to our table. Addison took over and took great care of us. Portions were ample & everyone sated and happy. Highly recommend for the foodie and non-foodie alike. All can find happiness and be well taken care of at the same time.“

“12 year old. “It was the most creative and delicious burger I have had. It took more than 7 napkins. I used 9. Usually I don’t like mustard but it was perfectly balanced with the onions and pickles” 14 year old- “I like the combination and the crunch of onion and lettuce. The burger was cooked perfectly. I used exactly 7 napkins.” 10 year old- “ The best BLT on the midcoast. The most bacon I have ever seen on a BLT. If I had to judge on a 1-5 scale. It would be a five— and it had chips.” Support locally owned businesses.“

“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.“

“We had a great dinner Saturday, the dressed oysters were amazing 🤤“

“Beautiful healthy food!!!!“

“Great ice cream and the girls working there were awesome very friendly“

“This place has THE BEST seafood around!“

“May well be the best place to eat in Maine. Fantastic fresh seafood and excellent desserts. The fresh mussels are unbelievable. I had the lobster fricasse one night and the cod the other night. All right off the boat fresh cooked in a way so the seafood not the sauce dominated. For dessert I had a lemon cake on blue berry sauce and a pudding cake in toffee sauce.

Excellent service and nice views of Tenants Harbor. We stayed at the Inn and had breakfast there as well which was very good, but only available for Inn guests.

Tenants Harbor is far enough south of Route 1 the typical tourist stays away.“

“We have dined at 18 Central many times over the years. The restaurant is warm and inviting, located at Rockport Harbor. Be sure to check out the amazing view from the back with the seasonal deck! The food is incredible! Our party usually gets a variety of steaks, seafood and raw bar. Chef Patrick and his team create high quality and super tasty dishes. Jessica and her team’s offer top notch hospitality. Beautiful wine list and well executed cocktails are a plus! The restaurant is open year round (with a well-deserved) break, I believe. They offer generous specials so be sure to check them out.“

“Everything from when we entered the restaurant until we left was top notch. Very welcoming, excellent service and delicious food. Prepared and cooked to perfection. Don't miss the opportunity to enjoy the Blue Barren!“

“We had a harbor cruise scheduled and arrived early to beat the traffic. On our way to the harbor we passed this deli and looked in. Saw the baked goods and that was it. I'm pretty particular to the calories I consume, but couldn't resist the peanut butter cup brownie and coffee latte - both of which I've never had. YUM! We sat inside to watch the water for nearly an hour. After the tour and walking the town we were nearly to our car and decided to go back for a sandwich to take home for dinner. Best retracing of steps ever! The sandwich was very tasty and there was enough for a second dinner the next night.“

“I have been going to Thomaston Maine Applebee's for years. I stopped going due to long wait times, and food coming out cold. I started going back a few months ago, as Applebee's has gone through a huge improvement. My waitress Loni, is fantastic always making sure our food is hot, delivered quickly and always with a smile! Amy is always walking around and asking how everything is. She is always smiling and if something was wrong, I have seen her go out of her way to fix it with other customers. I spoke with her recently about how great service and the food has been, she explained there is a new Kitchen manager that Chris has really stepped up to the plate. Chris, Loni and Amy really make the Applebee's experience a pleasure! Thank you guys for all you do!!!“

“I have lived in Maine for over 5 years and i have tried many seafood restaurants in the Rockland area and tonight i had my best scallop dinner at the Rockport Diner! Awesome food and great staff!“

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

“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.“

“Happy hour at Hartstone Inn was amazing with Tiffany. I enjoyed the Gin Kiss and Elderflower Cosmo.“

“We had a party of 2 at 3:45 pm on Friday, 6/19/26. We came to watch a World Cup match and have a snack. Service was good and quick. I got a cider and we split wings and a hummus plate. Everything was pretty good! The back porch looked really nice and I would’ve loved to sit out there had they had TVs. Good place to watch sports.“