Restaurants near Rockport

“The Crepes are absolutely amazing! There are always a variety of Gelato and Sorbet to choose from. And the views are absolutely perfect!”

“I was told that I needed to try the Chicken Pad Thai. I ordered online and picked up. It was so good and the service was great. I am looking forward to trying other things. Great addition to Rockland. I definitely will be going back.”

“Incredible Mediterranean cuisine, service and charming cafe ambiance.”

“The service was great, very polite but the kids pasta is super pricey for not a lot of pasta.”

“Omg this food was amazing, he made it fast, he was polite. The food did not only look very presentable but tasted amazing!! I would definitely recommend! 100%”

“Great coffee with an amazing view”

“We've always enjoyed great food, above average service and a relaxed atmosphere every time we gone.”

“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.”

“Local lobsters right out of rockport harbor prices are reasonable I’ve had lobsters from them 4times this year and the old shell lobsters were full of meat like they should be can’t get any fresher then being caught and brought to the shop the same day”

“Great food, great sushi, great atmosphere!”

“I'm a local and went here for the first time for a business dinner. I have been dreaming of going back ever since.

We began with a cocktail, the Blackberry Pineapple Smash. Sipping on and savoring one of these had us floating blissfully through the entire meal. Not overly sweet but not too bitter either, and served frosty cold, almost frozen, but not.

We had several amazing appetizers, including the octopus which was grilled and served with delicious sundried peppers and accoutrements. The texture of the octopus was divine, as was the grilled flavor (seasoning, I could swear, almost like streaks of blackening).

We also all had the haddock dish with sweet pea risotto but swapped haddock for salmon. Indulgent! The risotto was so delicious and plentiful I took it home for two more meals the next day. Our server was professional and prompt without being intrusive.

Our service and the ambience were superb (early November). I cannot wait to take friends and family back now that I know about this gem and several good items to order plus other tempting items to try throughout the menu. It speaks volumes that near a month later I remembered all these details with no photos or notes from that night.

Regarding the negative reviews, I'm sure they may have off nights, finding enough labor is difficult in midcoast Maine. But this place hits hard when it hits, and that's all I've experienced so far, a standout meal and an experience I won't forget. Highly recommend (and I'd be thrilled even if they had an occasional off night).”

“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!”

“Good service today. I was sorry to hear you will be discontinuing onion bagels.”

“Really nice waitress, great food - we will definitely return”

“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.”

“Extraordinary and unlike any other restaurant in Maine. We found the establishment on our Michelin Guide portal, pretty much the only place recommended by Michelin in Maine. We enjoyed the lobster tasting, beautiful dishes of Maine lobster combined with south East Asian flavors. Service was attentive and knowledgeable .”

“Warm and welcoming, and Red knows her stuff. Wish we lived closer so we could drop in easily.”

“My friend and I stumbled upon this winery by accident driving from Camden one day several years ago. When we saw the sign for a winery, we of course had to turn around and find it! I am so glad we did! I am a faithful follower now!”

“What an absolutely wonderful evening. We visited Suzuki Sushi last night with family, and from the moment we walked in, the atmosphere struck the perfect balance; cozy, intimate, and underscored by soft, well-chosen music that set the tone without overpowering conversation.
The meal itself was exceptional. We began with crisp, flavorful gyoza that disappeared almost instantly, followed by an array of nigiri and rolls showcasing incredibly fresh fish and thoughtful presentation. Keiko’s Favorite Roll was a standout; rich, balanced, and easily one of the best I’ve had. We paired everything with sake from Keiko’s hometown and even ventured into Japanese whisky for the first time. They were smooth, nuanced, and a real highlight.
What truly elevated the experience, however, was the service. The staff were warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming—we felt like guests rather than just another table. It turned an excellent meal into a memorable family evening.
If you’re looking for standout sushi in Midcoast Maine, this is the place. We’ll absolutely be back.”

“5 stars in every regard!!”

“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.”

“Super satisfying cold sandwiches and friendly staff!”

“A lovely experience from getting a drink at the bar while waiting for our table to engaging with our table neighbors. The food was amazing with unique twists on classics.”

“wonderful icecream rich flavors and good prices”

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

“They serve up delicious coffee and tea and the staff is super friendly and helpful! Though sad about returning to Florida, I brought home bags of tea and will surely order more. I'm loving their Maine Blueberry tea and look forward to trying others. 💙🫐”

“We passed by this place many times. So glad we finally stopped in and sorry it wasn’t sooner. Pastry Twist is light and buttery. Cinnamon Roll is delicious. Amazing Apple Streusel Cheesecake Bombs! Gluten free scones and more. Monhegan Coffee Roasters coffee and tea served. Whole bean and teas sold for take-away. Next time, we’ll try the savory options. Definitely returning again.”

“we have been to Thailand numerous times and this is the first THAI restaurant in the US that has brought back memories of the wonderful food we had in Thailand. Thank You.”

“Great restaurant, creative menu. I had the granola and yogurt, would have been better with more yogurt since I was left with mostly dry granola to eat after finishing the small amount of yogurt. Tasty, but proportions need to be more balanced. Otherwise a nice breakfast.”

“Finally dined at Winona's and so glad we did! Everything was fantastic and we loved every single thing on the menu. The Halibut was one of the best dishes that I've had in Maine (saying a lot since we live in Portland ME). We will definitely return and had a great dinner.”