Bars & Pubs

Aroostook County

  • Bastions Tavern 43 Market Square, Houlton, ME 04730 | (207) 254-2199
    • A casual sports bar with plenty of seating and a fantastic menu!
  • Buffalo Ride in Restaurant 871 Oxbow Rd, Oxbow, ME 04764 | (207) 435-6357
    • This restaurant and bar in Homestead Lodge offer delicious comfort food in a beautiful, cozy environment. Great place to warm up and meet the locals!
  • Caribou Bowl O Drome and Sports 97 Bennett Dr, Caribou, ME 04736 | (207) 498-3386
    • Restaurant and bar with ten-lane candlepin bowling in addition to dartboards, a pool table, and TV.
  • Limestone Country Club 487 West Gate Rd, Limestone, ME 04750 | (207) 325-6158
    • Serving great food and spirits daily by the golf course!
  • Long Lake Sporting Club 46 Sinclair Rd, Sinclair, ME 04779 | (207) 543-7584
    • This restaurant and bar take pride in its high-quality and delicious American fare! They also have an excellent lakeside patio and cater to boaters in the summer and snowmobilers in the winter.
  • MJ’s Pub and Grub 3372 Aroostook Rd, Eagle Lake, Maine 04739 | (207) 444-7000
    • Offering friendly service and delicious food!
  • Northern Maine Brewing Company 22 Main St, Caribou, ME 04736 | (207) 492-2185
    • A newly opened brewery serving a high-quality meal with a wide selection of beer. They strive to grow the local economy by using local ingredients, like malt and hops.
  • O’Kelly’s Irish Pub 241 North St, Houlton, ME 04730 | (207) 532-4206
    • Great place to catch a meal when on a budget! Wonderful bar!
  • Swamp Buck Restaurant & Lounge 250 West Main St, Fort Kent, ME 04743 | (207) 834-3055
    • With catering available, they serve lunch, dinner, coffee, and other drinks!
  • The Downunder Pub 282 North St, Houlton, ME 04730 | (207) 532-9421 ext. 303
    • With a full bar and live entertainment on weekends, this pub serves an exciting menu!
  • The Irish Setter Pub 710 Main St, Presque Isle, ME 04769 | (207) 764-5400
    • Classified as an American bar and Irish Pub, the Irish Setter Pub is the place for great food, a terrific atmosphere, and friendly people.
  • Timberwolves BBQ 45 Main St, Mars Hill, ME 04758 | (207) 425-1056
    • “Timberwolves’ main focus is quality food. The ingredients are locally sourced as much as possible, supporting Maine farmers and small businesses and reinvesting in our community.”
  • Voyageur Lounge 384 St. Thomas St, Madawaska, ME 04756 | (207) 728-3402
    • Pub style favorites and local cuisine. The Lounge has a cozy and upscale atmosphere, and they often have live entertainment.

DownEast Maine

  • Airline Brewing Company 173 Main St, Ellsworth, ME 04605 | (207) 584-2337
    • Wide variety of IPAs, ciders, nitro, and delicious pub food!
  • Brooklin Inn 22 Reach Rd, Brooklin, Maine 04616 | (207) 359-2777 
    • Seasonal modern-rustic inn with four rooms, restaurant, and bar!
  • Cohill’s Inn & Pub 7 Water St, Lubec, ME 04652 | (207) 733-4300
    • United States Easternmost pub and inn. Also voted the best seaside pub in New England (Yankee Magazine) and voted best burgers in Maine (Down East Magazine).
  • Danny Murphy’s Pub 8 Sea St, Castine, ME 04421 | (207) 326-1004
    • With a variety of pizzas, sandwiches, entrees, and other dishes, Danny Murphy’s makes a great stop for dinner! Try their Irish nachos!
  • Finn’s Irish Pub 156 Main St, Ellsworth, ME 04605 | (207) 667-2808
    • Great Irish food with a bit of pub fare as well.
  • Fogtown Brewing Company 25 Pine St, Ellsworth, ME 04605 | (207) 370-0845
    • Local ingredients come together to create the craft products of Fogtown Brewing!
  • Karen’s Diner and Korner Pub 439 Main St, Calais, ME 04619
    • “Nothing could be finer than to be at Karen’s Diner!” They serve breakfast all day, lunch, dinner, and all-you-can-eat fish ‘n chips.
  • Lubec Brewing Company 41 S Water St, Lubec, ME 04652 | (207) 733-4555
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    Lubec Brewing Company
    • Microbrewery and taproom plus a restaurant with organic beers and locally sourced vegan, fish, and meat dishes.
  • Marlintini’s Bar & Grill 83 Mines Rd, Blue Hill, ME 04614 | (207) 374-2500
    • Since 2000, Marlintini’s has been serving delicious entrees, burgers, salads, soups, and seafood! Stop by to experience their impressive selection of beer on tap and their selection of wines.
  • Pepper’s Pub 20 Water St, Ellsworth, ME 04605 | (207) 667-1170
    • Pub serving a great breakfast in the morning!
  • Rose Garden Café & Design 9 Dana St, Eastport, ME 04631 | (207) 853-9598
    • With a full bar and art gallery, enjoy outdoor seating or watch some sports while eating.
  • Strong Brewing Company 7 Rope Ferry Rd, Sedgwick, ME 04676 | (207) 359-8722
    • Local brewery with a taproom; its products have been distributed to many places across the state.
  • The Happy Crab 35 Water St, Eastport, ME 04631 | (207) 853-9400
    • A cozy restaurant and bar with a good selection of beer and food.
  • Thirsty Moose Cafe 36 Main St, Machias, ME 04654 | (207) 255-6100
    • Great restaurant and cafe with a wide selection of meals.
  • Waco Diner 47 Water St, Eastport, ME 04631 | (207) 853-9226
    • Oldest diner in Maine with daily specials and lobster rolls.

Western Maine

  • Alice and Lulu’s 9003 Main St, Carrabassett Valley, ME 04947 | (207) 235-6111
    • This newly opened restaurant features excellent food, wine, bread, and cheese.
  • Ambition Brewing 295 Main St, Wilton, ME 04294 | (207) 491-8458
    • This local brewpub may be small, but it packs a big punch with its unique craft beers and the delicious food on offer from regularly visiting food trucks!
  • The Back Burner Restaurant & Tavern 109 Main St, Brownfield, ME 04010 | (207) 935-4444
    • This local institution serves various delicious food, including very popular burgers, with large portions and fair prices!
  • Backstrap Bar & Grill 161 Main St, Stratton, ME 04982 | (207) 246-0102
    • This is a new restaurant in Stratton with fresh organic meat and seafood, a unique menu, and a shop with fresh food!
  • Bag & Kettle Restaurant 21 Village West, Carrabassett Valley, ME 04947 | (207) 237-2451
    • Brewpub is located at the base of Sugarloaf Mountain.
  • Boomers Restaurant 107 Lake Rd, Norway, ME 04268 | (207) 743-8434
    • Great local restaurant and bar offering pizzas, burgers, and a variety of other American and Italian style dishes right next to Pennesseewassee Lake.
  • Brian’s 43 Main St, Bethel, ME 04217 | (207) 824-1007
    • A fabulous upscale restaurant where you can enjoy freshly prepared cuisine and have a unique cocktail, craft beer, and more. (Permanently Closing October 8th 2022)
  • Buck-it Grill & Pub 371 Turner St, Buckfield, ME 04220 | (207) 336-0071
    • This classic local restaurant and bar offer pub staples, drinks, and friendly service at great prices!
  • Butcher Burger 188 Main St, Bethel, ME 04217 | (207) 824-1171
    • This burger restaurant was established in 2014 and is open year-round in Bethel and seasonally in Old Orchard Beach. It was also awarded the Best Burger in Bethel in 2019!
  • Chamberlain’s Tap & Table 25 Hartford St, Rumford, ME 04276 | (207) 507-1156
    • Chamberlain’s offers family-friendly pub fare, including some amazing sandwiches and a full bar.
  • Dugout Bar & Grill 118 Broadway, Farmington, ME 04938 | (207) 779-1112
    • Known as the neighborhood sports bar, they have the best pizza in town and offer all of the favorites like wings, nachos, and wraps.
  • Ebenezer’s Restaurant & Pub 44 Allen Rd, Lovell, ME 04051 | (207) 925-3200
    • Ebenezer’s is considered one of the best beer bars in the world for its massive selection of rare and unique Belgian beers, and beer lovers travel from far and wide to visit. This, along with their fine food menu, makes Ebenezer’s a not-to-be-missed attraction in the area!
  • The Furbish Brew House & Eats 2541 Main St, Rangeley, ME 04970 | (207) 864-5847
    • Great brewhouse with specialty brick oven pizza and more!
  • GrantLee’s Tavern & Grill 476 Fairbanks Rd, Farmington, ME 04938 | (207) 778-0880
    • This grill offers many smoked types of meat that they smoke themselves, daily specials, and more.
  • Hawks Nest Lounge and Restaurant 2989 Rte 201, West Forks, ME 04985 | (207) 663-2020
    • A great place to stay overnight or grab a bite to eat!
  • The Homestead Kitchen, Bar, & Bakery 186 Broadway, Farmington, ME 04938 | (207) 778-6162
    • Offering a wide range of upscale pub food for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. They often host live music, giving it an upbeat and sophisticated atmosphere.
  • Honey Badger Bar & Grill 877 Main St, Oxford, ME 04270 | (207) 539-6117
    • This local bar and grill offer a great selection of delicious favorites, including burgers and sandwiches, pizza, surf and turf, pasta, and more, not to mention their full bar.
  • Hotel Rumford 65 Canal St, Rumford, ME 04276 | (207) 364-3621
    • This hotel’s sports bar offers drinks and classic bar fare, as well as sandwiches, pizza, and rotating daily specials.
  • The Hydrant 187 Main St, South Paris, ME 04281 | (207) 577-0296
    • This cozy bar and pub offer a full bar and an excellent selection of pub fare to enjoy while watching the game or playing darts or pool.
  • Kennebec River Pub & Brewery 1771 Rte 201, West Forks, ME 04985 | (866) 723-7061
    • Great place for a drink or a quick bite!
  • Matterhorn Ski Bar 292 Sunday River Rd, Newry, ME 04261
    • A great seasonal apres-ski bar features live music, ski memorabilia, and a wide variety of food options, including wood-fired pizza!
  • My Dad’s Place 458 Old Jay Hill Rd, Jay, ME 04239 | (207) 645-9800
    • This famous local watering hole has a great menu of American fare, including pizza, hot and cold sandwiches, and much more, as well as an excellent selection of beers on tap.
  • Norway Brewing Company 237 Main St, Norway, ME 04268 | (207) 739-2126
    • This family-run microbrewery with a great food menu featuring local ingredients whenever possible.
  • Ox Pub 777 Casino Way, Oxford, ME 04270 | (207) 539-6705
    • Located at the Oxford Hills Casino, OX Pub offers a great selection of pub fare, including wood-fired pizzas and a full bar. All guests must be 21 or older.
  • Oxbow Beer Garden 420 Main St, Oxford, ME 04270 | (207) 539-5178
    • The amazing Oxbow Beer Garden is an all-in-one taphouse, pizzeria, and cross-country ski destination. The trails are available for free use, with skis, snowshoes, and fat tire bikes available for rent on-site. The taphouse features a large selection of brews from Maine’s own Oxbow Beer, and the surrounding farmland is used to grow ingredients for their kitchen.
  • Parkside & Main Restaurant 2520 Main St, Rangeley, ME 04970 | (207) 864-3774
    • Offering burgers, sandwiches, homemade soups, steak, pasta, and much more!
  • Pickford Pub at Loon Lodge Inn 16 Pickford Rd, Rangeley, ME 04970 | (207) 864-5666
    • Offering a menu full of seafood with fine dining in the Dining Room and the Pickford Pub, both overlooking Rangeley Lake.
  • The Rack 5016 Sugarloaf Access Rd, Carrabassett Valley, ME 04947 | (207) 237-2211
    • Located at Sugarloaf, this BBQ restaurant serves excellent food and drinks.
  • The Rangeley Tavern 2443 Main St, PO Box 160, Rangeley, ME 04970 | (207) 864-3341
    • Offering seasonal menus with locally sourced produce, a full bar, and a fireside lounge.
  • The Roost 187 Main St, Farmington, ME 04938 | (207) 860-2811
    • Pub and winery with great food and live music.
  • Saco River Brewing 10 Jockey Cap Ln, Fryeburg, ME 04037 | (207) 256-3028
    • visit this microbrewery’s tasting room to try some great local beers! They focus on IPAs but have various other options on tap, too. Don’t miss takeout right outside from 302 Riverside or Bickford Box!
  • Saddleback Mountain Ski Resort 976 Saddleback Mountain Rd, Sandy River Plt, ME 04970 | (207) 864-5671
    • This classic Maine ski resort, one of Maine’s largest and offering some of the highest elevation lift access in New England, is back! Offers great skiing in the winter and hiking in the summer, a cafe for breakfast and lunch, a pub, and the unique outdoor Fat Tire Mountain Bar, all based out of their mountain lodge.
  • Sarge’s Sports Pub & Grill 2454 Main St, Rangeley, ME 04970 | (207) 864-5616
    • Offering breakfast and pub food such as sandwiches, soup, salad, and burgers.
  • The Shed BBQ 2647 Main St, Rangeley, ME 04970 | (207) 864-2219
    • Their menu offers ribs, sandwiches, chili, and more!
  • Shipyard Brew Haus 500 Commons Circle, Carrabassett Valley, ME 04947 | (207) 237-6834
    • Located at Sugarloaf, this restaurant has a full bar and outdoor seating to enjoy a classic mountain meal.
  • Spring Creek Bar-B-Q 26 Greenville Rd, Monson, ME 04464 | (207) 997-7025
    • Fall off the bones ribs, mouth-watering mac and cheese, freshly grilled burgers, and the best homemade desserts in town.
  • Stratton Plaza Hotel Restaurant 149 Main St, Stratton, ME 04982 | (207) 246-2000
    • A down-home American restaurant with good burgers, pizza, salads, and more.
  • StressFree Moose 65 Pritham Ave, Greenville, ME 04441 | (207) 695-3100
    • A pub and bar with a packed lunch and dinner menu. They also host events and live entertainment!
  • Sud’s Pub 151 Main St, Bethel, ME 04217 | (207) 824-2174
    • 29 beers on tap with the largest selection of New England beers in Western Maine. Takeout is available as well.
  • Sunday River Brewing Company 29 Sunday River Rd, Bethel, ME 04217 | (207) 824-4253
    • Burgers and artisan pizza.
  • Trail’s End Steakhouse 59 Eustis Village Rd, Eustis, ME 04936 | (207) 246-7511
    • Steak, seafood, pasta, burgers, spirits, vegetarian options, and more.
  • Tuck’s Ale House 160 Main St, Farmington, ME 04938 | (207) 860-2666
    • “Come on down to Tuck’s Ale House and take a step into one of the oldest structures in downtown Farmington, Maine. Formerly owned by Dr. C.D. Tuck (a former Civil War surgeon) in late 1800.”
  • Tufulio’s Restaurant & Bar Valley Crossing, Carrabassett Valley, ME 04947 | (207) 235-2010
    • This restaurant specializes in great pizza and Italian food.
  • X Vault Pub & Provisions 10 Market Square, South Paris, ME 04281 | (207) 739-2999
    • X Vault serves a fantastic menu of eclectic, pub-fusion fare, including sushi, noodle, and rice dishes, burgers and wraps, and more! Their house cocktails highlight Maine-made ciders and spirits and are very popular.
  • 290 Maine Street 290 Main St #5923, Norway, ME 04268 | (207) 744-2274
    • This pub and grill offer a wide selection of pub fare, including burgers, sandwiches, shareable plates, pizzas, and a full bar. They also host live music and events and stream Oxford Hills school basketball games!
  • 302 West Smokehouse & Tavern 636 Main St, Fryeburg, ME 04037 | (207) 935-3021
    • 302 West is a family-owned smokehouse and tavern focused on Southern comfort food, including smoked meats, tacos, burgers, and more. They also host regular entertainment events and have become very popular among the locals!
  • 45 North Restaurant 5092 Sugarloaf Access Rd, Carrabassett Valley, Maine 04947 | (207) 237-4220
    • Welcoming pub with a full bar at Sugarloaf Mountain with breakfast, dinner, cocktails, and local beers.

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