So you’ve just finished moving into your dream home near Augusta, Maine. You’ve spent the whole day unpacking and you’re starving. But you want something “local.” What to do?
We’ve got your covered.
Here are some of our favorite “mom and pop” restaurants in the Augusta area:
Augusta
300 Water Street
Augusta, Maine 04330
Tel: (207) 622-8899
Located on the historic riverfront in Augusta, Maine, the aptly named Riverfront Barbeque, is famous for its world class southern BBQ (Memphis dry rub ribs, pulled pork, and beef brisket) and is the perfect place to pop in when you need some great comfort food.
455 Riverside Drive
Augusta, Maine 04330
Tel: (207) 623-9485
A community staple since 1977, the Red Barn evolved from an ice cream stand into the amazing restaurant it is today. It serves a delicious mixture of seafood, hamburgers, hot dogs, desserts and more.
Hallowell
115 Water Street
Hallowell, Maine 04347
Tel: (207) 623-2739
Famous for its upscale pub fare and friendly atmosphere, the Liberal Cup also carries beers on tap with a taste that will make you feel just like you’re in England. During the week, the Cup likes to showcase local ingredients through seasonal Maine offerings, but on the weekends, it cranks it up a notch with delectable haute and nouvelle cuisine creations.
232 Water Street
Hallowell, Maine 04347
Tel: (202) 622-2638
The menu at Café de Bangkok is filled with fresh produce and aromatic herbs to highlight each dish’s natural taste. The sushi bar offers Nigiri, Sashimi, Hosomaki, and designer rolls all carefully crafted by a highly experienced sushi chef.
Gardiner
3 Bridge Street
Gardiner, Maine 04345
Tel: (207) 582-4804
The A1 diner has a few claims to fame. Mainers know it for its locally sourced specials and delicious diner food, but it’s known across the country as one of Guy Fieri’s favorite places to grab a bite. That’s right, the A1 Diner has been featured on Diners, Drive Ins, and Dives. Check out a clip here.
304 Water Street
Gardiner, Maine 04345
Tel: (207) 582-8222
At Pastaz, the sauce is key. So key, in fact, that Tony and his team create fresh batches of his authentic Italian recipe every single day. This is the place to go if you’d like delicious, made-to-order Italian cuisine.
Farmingdale
380 Maine Avenue
Farmingdale, Maine 04344
Tel: (207) 582 9842
Another take on diner food, Hi Hat is the perfect breakfast spot for early risers (or for a brunch bunch after a long morning of unpacking). Its menu includes creamy old-fashioned milk shakes, “comfort foods” like pancakes, biscuits, and more, as well as desserts.
655 Maine Avenue
Farmingdale, Maine 04344
Tel: (207) 629 5111
This pub is the perfect place to grab your friends and family and settle onto the breezy back patio for a refreshing drink. The burgers are delicious here, as well as other good quality "pub grub" in a little neighborhood style pub. It’s also been known as the “Cheers” of Maine (where everybody knows your name) because of the friendly service.
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