33 Best American Restaurants near Thomaston

“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.“

“My husband and I are pretty easy to please especially when I don't have to do the cooking. But we do like pasta HOT, and this lunch was not. We asked to have it zapped... it took to long; you know what a microwave does to pasta. So we decided we would leave. In comes Gen. Manager, Brad and Dist. Manager. Jamy. After apologizes, they convinced us to stay (we shared a chicken sandwich on the house, which was very good). The managers were very understanding, professional, friendly, and efficient. The day manager, Jason and waitress, Julia were also very professional and friendly. And yes, Julia received a nice tip. We'll go back, probably many times.“

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

“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 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!“

“We always receive fabulous service with a smile!“

“Feel free to read the full review below, but If you’re terse, the scoop is that Winona’s is quaint, exceptionally unique in its excellence, and is a must stop.

While on a waitlist at a bustling nearby establishment, my wife and I decided to take a walk. Our goal: a quick snack and beverage while we wait for our spot at the bar.

A few steps away from our original plan, we walked past Winona’s, an unassuming but inviting front, and put our eyes on the menu posted in the window. It was compact, but refreshingly uncomplicated and clear. When our attention drifted from the menu through the glass into the interior, we caught the attention of an older couple who emphatically waved us in with thumbs up and smiles. How could we not stop in..

We were greeted with nothing short of exceptional hospitality, and found a spot at one of their limited tables by the windows. We mentioned we were just in for a quick drink and snack, and the response was nothing short of miraculous. We felt we received the same service and hospitality as if we were the most important guests of the night(which I assure you, we were not).

My wife and I were traveling from Montana, and I begrudgingly consider ourselves “foodies,” but we admittedly each know our way around a kitchen and bar. She got a glass of white, and I got a beet root beer, I think “Helleflower”. Great.

We ordered what I can only remember was titled “Scallop Crudo”. As i’m writing this review from memory a month after my visit. Which, if anything, should attest to how compelled I was to write this, and how great my experience was..

The dish was fresh. The scallops sliced thin, sitting in a perfect acidic Leche De Tigre, with sweet cut apple, tobiko, and bitter greens. I likely missed a few small details..My point is that our “snack” was rich, balanced, light, filling, refreshing, and unique. My only regret? Leaving this place for a nearby establishment.

I told the proprietors they should be proud of what they built and are putting out into the word. I meant it.

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“Amazing food, staff and atmosphere!“

“#AmazingRestaurant #TheCausewayRestaurant 🥰“

“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.“

“We recently hosted a private event at Mulligan's, and everything was perfect. Lisa was SO helpful for all of the planning and communication and the team was so accommodating and easy to work with. The food was perfect, and the spot can't be beat! It's a terrific place for a drink, for a meal, and for fun. Highly recommend!“

“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.“

“First time here, got the x wing, and it was the best chicken sandwich I’ve ever had. Make sure to ask for some spice, gives it a perfect touch. You can count on me being back 💪🏼“

“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 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. 🇵🇦“

“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“

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

“Sterlingtown for the win! This place has long been a favorite destination for us, but life got in the way and it’s maybe been 18mos since our last visit. Fast forward to this weekend, we had THE BEST dining experience! From the top notch friendly servers to the relaxed atmosphere to the really pretty wall paper on the ceiling (how does one even wallpaper a ceiling?!) and then… the star of the show… THE CHICKEN WINGS. I can take or leave your average chicken wing but it’s two days later and I’m still obsessed with how good these were. So fresh. So crispy. Even the carrots on the side were exceptional. Highly recommend the sweet chili sauce wing option but I could write a dissertation on their homemade chipotle ranch for dipping! That stuff should be available for purchase. I’m also just really proud to see this family has continued to absolutely crush it in the fickle restaurant world. They deserve every piece of success they’ve earned!“

“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.“

“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!“

“Beautiful healthy food!!!!“

“This place has THE BEST seafood around!“

“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 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.“

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

“We had an amazing experience here after hiking the beautiful trails in Camden! John was our server and very accommodating, helpful, and kind to us and our pup. We had the lobster roll and chili, and they were great with gluten free and dairy free accommodations. Would highly recommend and plan on returning next time I visit!“

“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.“

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

“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!“

“This was the best place during our entire trip around New England.

The girl who served us was lovely. They lit the fireplace and seated us at the best table with a harbor view—we didn’t even ask for it.

Every dish was incredibly delicious, especially the fresh-caught scallops with tomatoes. The oysters were extremely fresh.

Overall, if you’re passing by, you should definitely stop in for dinner—European-style dishes, a unique menu, and absolutely delicious!“

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

“My wife and I had lunch on a Sunday after visiting the Farnsworth Museum. We chose this because it was open and within eyesight of when we decided to grab lunch.

Dumpy brewpub atmosphere. Good service. The red ale was good. My wife and I shared onion rings that were perfectly cooked and in the same light breading as the fried fish. I had the fried haddock sandwich which tasted right off the boat fresh. Perfect and matches any fired haddock I have had in New Bedford.“