FOOD AND DRINK
Casual Lobster & Seafood
This little hole-in-the-wall seafood diner is a locals favorite for lobster rolls and fried haddock. The lob rolls are stuffed with massive amounts of tasty and tender lobster claws. Indoor dining only. There may be a wait to get seated at lunch, so arrive early if you can.
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Eagles Nest Restaurant
1016 N Main StThis little hole-in-the-wall seafood diner is a locals favorite for lobster rolls and fried haddock. The lob rolls are stuffed with massive amounts of tasty and tender lobster claws. Indoor dining only. There may be a wait to get seated at lunch, so arrive early if you can.
McLaughlin's at the Marina is a local's favorite restaurant that offers fresh Maine lobster, oysters, steak, and chicken. It has ample outdoor seating that overlooks the Penobscot River and Hamlin's Marina. Indoor and outdoor dining available.
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McLaughlin’s at the Marina
100 Marina RdMcLaughlin's at the Marina is a local's favorite restaurant that offers fresh Maine lobster, oysters, steak, and chicken. It has ample outdoor seating that overlooks the Penobscot River and Hamlin's Marina. Indoor and outdoor dining available.
Dorr Lobster Seafood Market is not a restaurant but a market Their seafood is caught fresh daily along the rocky coast of Down East Maine. To ensure the freshest quality, each Maine lobster is inspected, and graded.
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Dorr Lobster Seafood Market
579 BroadwayDorr Lobster Seafood Market is not a restaurant but a market Their seafood is caught fresh daily along the rocky coast of Down East Maine. To ensure the freshest quality, each Maine lobster is inspected, and graded.
Friar's is owned and operated by a community of friars in the quaint Rivertown of Bucksport. The dining room is small, but, but they have five star reviews, so they're doing something right. The friars brew their own
beer, and hand-make their own bread and rolls that they serve their lobster rolls on. Call ahead before you go to ensure they're open.
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Friar's Brewhouse
84 Main StFriar's is owned and operated by a community of friars in the quaint Rivertown of Bucksport. The dining room is small, but, but they have five star reviews, so they're doing something right. The friars brew their own
beer, and hand-make their own bread and rolls that they serve their lobster rolls on. Call ahead before you go to ensure they're open.
Anglers Restaurant
215 E Main StCasual Breakfast/Lunch
Located in downtown Bangor, forget what you know about your typical sleepy coffee shop -- The Grind House shakes things up with great coffee and great sandwiches in a fun and upbeat atmosphere. Stop by in the morning for a cup of locally roasted, 100% organic fair trade coffee and pair it with one of our signature breakfast sandwiches. Looking for lunch or dinner? They also serve up grinders, burgers, salads, and hot dogs. Grab a bite inside or take it out to the patio for a relaxing break. Great spot for breakfast or lunch.
The Grind House
1 Central StreetLocated in downtown Bangor, forget what you know about your typical sleepy coffee shop -- The Grind House shakes things up with great coffee and great sandwiches in a fun and upbeat atmosphere. Stop by in the morning for a cup of locally roasted, 100% organic fair trade coffee and pair it with one of our signature breakfast sandwiches. Looking for lunch or dinner? They also serve up grinders, burgers, salads, and hot dogs. Grab a bite inside or take it out to the patio for a relaxing break. Great spot for breakfast or lunch.
Located in downtown Bangor, Bagel Central is an owner's favorite spot for breakfast and lunch. Established in 1978, Bagel Central is a local artisan food staple with wicked good food! It is located indowntown Bangor, Bagel Central's food is all handmade with no preservatives. They have a variety of bagels, cream cheeses, amazing lunch dishes, salads, and pastries. Great spot for breakfast or lunch.
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Bagel Central
33 Central StLocated in downtown Bangor, Bagel Central is an owner's favorite spot for breakfast and lunch. Established in 1978, Bagel Central is a local artisan food staple with wicked good food! It is located indowntown Bangor, Bagel Central's food is all handmade with no preservatives. They have a variety of bagels, cream cheeses, amazing lunch dishes, salads, and pastries. Great spot for breakfast or lunch.
The Coffee Pot is an owner's favorite lunch spots for subs. The signature Coffee Pot sandwich has been around for 80
years and has been enjoyed for generations. Their sandwhiches are mad freshly baked white or wheat rolls, wraps, and gluten free buns, from local bakeries.
The original Coffee Pot Sandwich fillings consist of: green peppers, onions, tomatoes, seasonings, toppings (salami, ham, turkey, roast beef, tuna or egg salad, cheese and pickles).
The Coffee Pot Sandwich Shop
652 BroadwayThe Coffee Pot is an owner's favorite lunch spots for subs. The signature Coffee Pot sandwich has been around for 80
years and has been enjoyed for generations. Their sandwhiches are mad freshly baked white or wheat rolls, wraps, and gluten free buns, from local bakeries.
The original Coffee Pot Sandwich fillings consist of: green peppers, onions, tomatoes, seasonings, toppings (salami, ham, turkey, roast beef, tuna or egg salad, cheese and pickles).
Local coffee & tea shop on the way to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. They're very proud of their Maine Blueberry Iced coffee blend.
Black Fly Coffee Co.
107 Main RoadLocal coffee & tea shop on the way to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. They're very proud of their Maine Blueberry Iced coffee blend.
Great coffee and tea cafe with a cozy and fun atmosphere. Amazing scones with selections like raspberry white chocolate and chocolate coconut.
Wicked Brew Cafe & Coffee Shop
173 Park StreetGreat coffee and tea cafe with a cozy and fun atmosphere. Amazing scones with selections like raspberry white chocolate and chocolate coconut.
This is a newer spot that we had to add as soon as we tried it. The chicken sandwich is a 10/10. Amazing!
Bangor Sandwich co
This is a newer spot that we had to add as soon as we tried it. The chicken sandwich is a 10/10. Amazing!
Harvest Moon Deli
This little deli has some of the best paninis, sandwiches, salads, and soups.
Casual Dining
High Tide is closer to the cottage, has an amazing indoor/outdoor patio, and boasts some of the best views of the Penobscot River. The clean, modern interior is sure to make anyone feel at home. They also have an option for whole Maine lobster on the menu!
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High Tide Restaurant and Bar
5 S Main StHigh Tide is closer to the cottage, has an amazing indoor/outdoor patio, and boasts some of the best views of the Penobscot River. The clean, modern interior is sure to make anyone feel at home. They also have an option for whole Maine lobster on the menu!
Gourmet wood-fired dishes. Hand-selected wines, signature cocktails, and over 50 craft beers on
tap. A uniquely cozy upscale experience. It's all waiting for you at our delicious restaurant located in
historic, exciting Bangor, Maine.
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Blaze
18 Broad StGourmet wood-fired dishes. Hand-selected wines, signature cocktails, and over 50 craft beers on
tap. A uniquely cozy upscale experience. It's all waiting for you at our delicious restaurant located in
historic, exciting Bangor, Maine.
Timber Kitchen & Bar is one of the hottest spots to see in Bangor. We embrace a loose-tie atmosphere, and our "Work Hard, Play Hard" motto defines our restaurant's ambiance. The buzz of conversation, enlivened music, and clinking of glasses creates an inviting environment that allows our guests to unwind after a long day. At Timber we combine class and hospitality to give our guests the best dining experience in Bangor. Timber translates the story of Bangor’s past into a modern-day dining destination. Bangor was known as the lumber capital of the world for much of the 19th century. The design honors this rich history and celebrates Bangor’s role in the lumber industry.
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Timber Kitchen & Bar
22 Bass Park BlvdTimber Kitchen & Bar is one of the hottest spots to see in Bangor. We embrace a loose-tie atmosphere, and our "Work Hard, Play Hard" motto defines our restaurant's ambiance. The buzz of conversation, enlivened music, and clinking of glasses creates an inviting environment that allows our guests to unwind after a long day. At Timber we combine class and hospitality to give our guests the best dining experience in Bangor. Timber translates the story of Bangor’s past into a modern-day dining destination. Bangor was known as the lumber capital of the world for much of the 19th century. The design honors this rich history and celebrates Bangor’s role in the lumber industry.
The owner's favorite spot for pizza. Pat's is a central Maine staple as it has a long lasting history since the first restaurant opened in 1931. This is a unique style pizza as the premium dough is fresh, and the sauce is handmade. The Holden location is closest to the cottage, and is on the way to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. The original Pat's location is located near the University of Maine in Orono.
Pat's Pizza
1 Main RdThe owner's favorite spot for pizza. Pat's is a central Maine staple as it has a long lasting history since the first restaurant opened in 1931. This is a unique style pizza as the premium dough is fresh, and the sauce is handmade. The Holden location is closest to the cottage, and is on the way to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. The original Pat's location is located near the University of Maine in Orono.
Axe throwing and BBQ. The Axe throwing hits the target for small and large group outings. Each lane has two targets and can accommodate up to 10 people. While you're there, enjoy BBQ for lunch or dinner. From brisket and ribs to wings, local seafood and salads, their award winning team of chefs will make sure you don’t leave hungry. Right smack dab in the middle of Smoke & Steel sits one of the area’s biggest full service bars with a wide variety of your favorite local and imported beverages.
Smoke and Steel
471 Stillwater AvenueAxe throwing and BBQ. The Axe throwing hits the target for small and large group outings. Each lane has two targets and can accommodate up to 10 people. While you're there, enjoy BBQ for lunch or dinner. From brisket and ribs to wings, local seafood and salads, their award winning team of chefs will make sure you don’t leave hungry. Right smack dab in the middle of Smoke & Steel sits one of the area’s biggest full service bars with a wide variety of your favorite local and imported beverages.
We offer something for everyone from Salads, Seafood, Steaks & Chicken to Pasta, Pizza, Wraps, Specialty Sandwiches & Burgers and don't forget our Homemade Soups, Chowder, Daily Specials and Decadent Desserts. Family run for over 20 years.
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The Coach House Restaurant
457 Wilson StWe offer something for everyone from Salads, Seafood, Steaks & Chicken to Pasta, Pizza, Wraps, Specialty Sandwiches & Burgers and don't forget our Homemade Soups, Chowder, Daily Specials and Decadent Desserts. Family run for over 20 years.
Authentic Vietnamese food, such as the internationally popular dish Pho. They also have some Chinese and Thai cuisine options.
Pho Hoa Grill
213 Ohio StreetAuthentic Vietnamese food, such as the internationally popular dish Pho. They also have some Chinese and Thai cuisine options.
The Butcher The Baker
Maine is not known for South of the Boarder cuisine, but this place is surprisingly good! Consistently good Mexican food!
Las Palapas Mexican Restaurant
Maine is not known for South of the Boarder cuisine, but this place is surprisingly good! Consistently good Mexican food!
Finer Dining
Your fine dining experience at the Tarratine will be unforgettable. Located in downtown Bangor and is open Thur – Sat. It offers multiple dining rooms, and a seasonal rooftop lounge, for a more casual experience. The building has many historical aspects as well, such as the library and ballroom on the second story. The third story has a fun game room and lounge available for guests with shuffle board, ping-pong, and other games.
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The Tarratine
81 Park StYour fine dining experience at the Tarratine will be unforgettable. Located in downtown Bangor and is open Thur – Sat. It offers multiple dining rooms, and a seasonal rooftop lounge, for a more casual experience. The building has many historical aspects as well, such as the library and ballroom on the second story. The third story has a fun game room and lounge available for guests with shuffle board, ping-pong, and other games.
The menu is small, selective, and the items are representative of the education, training, travels and experiences of the chef. We feature meats, seafood and produce from local farms, fisherman and other purveyors. The menu offers vegetarian and gluten free options, beautiful soups and salads, and fresh pasta. Novio's offers a full service bar that showcases an elegant yet approachable wine list, craft beers, and signature cocktails. Items on the menu will change often as the seasons change and as our team becomes inspired by the stories of experiences had by our guests.
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Novio's - Fine Dining in Bangor Maine
130 Hammond StThe menu is small, selective, and the items are representative of the education, training, travels and experiences of the chef. We feature meats, seafood and produce from local farms, fisherman and other purveyors. The menu offers vegetarian and gluten free options, beautiful soups and salads, and fresh pasta. Novio's offers a full service bar that showcases an elegant yet approachable wine list, craft beers, and signature cocktails. Items on the menu will change often as the seasons change and as our team becomes inspired by the stories of experiences had by our guests.
The owner and head chef is a family friend. We are a little bias, but her food is hands down some of the best in New England! Everything is made by hand with the exception of her breads.
Whether you dine in or take out we use fresh and locally sourced ingredients. Utopia serves modern and traditional Mediterranean cuisine inspired by countries on the Mediterranean Sea coastline. We have a full bar (dine in or takeout) including craft cocktails, specialty wine, and craft local beer. Your server will be happy to assist you with a beverage pairing!
Utopia
The owner and head chef is a family friend. We are a little bias, but her food is hands down some of the best in New England! Everything is made by hand with the exception of her breads.
Whether you dine in or take out we use fresh and locally sourced ingredients. Utopia serves modern and traditional Mediterranean cuisine inspired by countries on the Mediterranean Sea coastline. We have a full bar (dine in or takeout) including craft cocktails, specialty wine, and craft local beer. Your server will be happy to assist you with a beverage pairing!
Pub Fare Food
An owner's favorite spot for pub fare food. Mason's is located on beautiful Penobscot River in Brewer. They serve a more upscaled version of pub fare food including delicious wood fire pizzas.
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Mason's Brewing Company
15 Hardy St
An owner's favorite spot for pub fare food. Mason's is located on beautiful Penobscot River in Brewer. They serve a more upscaled version of pub fare food including delicious wood fire pizzas.
Located along the Penobscot River in Bangor, Sea Dog has an expansive outdoor deck, and a large dining room for you to enjoy waterfront views.. They have some great selections for pub fare food including lobster rolls, muscles, clams,
and whole cooked lobsters.
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Sea Dog Brewing Co
26 Front StLocated along the Penobscot River in Bangor, Sea Dog has an expansive outdoor deck, and a large dining room for you to enjoy waterfront views.. They have some great selections for pub fare food including lobster rolls, muscles, clams,
and whole cooked lobsters.
Geaghan’s Pub offers American pub grub with an Irish flare, served up with a smile in the heart of Bangor, Maine. Nothing is more local than Geaghan's Pub as the owner lives across Lazy Lobster Cottage.
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Geaghan's Pub & Craft Brewery
570 Main StGeaghan’s Pub offers American pub grub with an Irish flare, served up with a smile in the heart of Bangor, Maine. Nothing is more local than Geaghan's Pub as the owner lives across Lazy Lobster Cottage.
PM's is an established Irish Pub staple located in Downtown Bangor.
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Paddy Murphys
26 Main StPM's is an established Irish Pub staple located in Downtown Bangor.
Things To Do Near Bangor
Discover three floors of hands-on, interactive exhibits that invite you to explore the worlds of science, nature, geography, children’s literature, music, art, and anatomy, plus daily STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math) programming -- discoveries await. Open Tuesday - Saturday.
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Maine Discovery Museum
74 Main StDiscover three floors of hands-on, interactive exhibits that invite you to explore the worlds of science, nature, geography, children’s literature, music, art, and anatomy, plus daily STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math) programming -- discoveries await. Open Tuesday - Saturday.
Museum dedicated to preserving and displaying Maine's land transportation equipment. Suggested 1-2 hours to tour the museum.
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Cole Land Transportation Museum
405 Perry RdMuseum dedicated to preserving and displaying Maine's land transportation equipment. Suggested 1-2 hours to tour the museum.
This mighty 31-foot statue of the "great tree-biter" towers over the landscape in Bangor's Bass Park. Unless you're a Paul Bunyan or early American logging enthusiast, you probably wouldn't go out of your way to see Mr. Bunyan, but it's worth stopping by to capture a pic with him if you're in the downtown Bangor area.
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Paul Bunyan Statue
519 Main StThis mighty 31-foot statue of the "great tree-biter" towers over the landscape in Bangor's Bass Park. Unless you're a Paul Bunyan or early American logging enthusiast, you probably wouldn't go out of your way to see Mr. Bunyan, but it's worth stopping by to capture a pic with him if you're in the downtown Bangor area.
Penobscot Theatre Company is America’s Northeastern- most professional, year round, not-for-profit theatre company, producing a wide variety of plays and musicals each season. Penobscot Theatre Company proudly owns and operates the historic Bangor Opera House, the last remaining opera house in Bangor, Maine -- which was once had seven opera houses and was called "the little Broadway of the North". We are committed to presenting high-quality, professional works of theatre that inspire the imagination and cultivate a lifelong passion for the art form.
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Penobscot Theatre Company
131 Main StPenobscot Theatre Company is America’s Northeastern- most professional, year round, not-for-profit theatre company, producing a wide variety of plays and musicals each season. Penobscot Theatre Company proudly owns and operates the historic Bangor Opera House, the last remaining opera house in Bangor, Maine -- which was once had seven opera houses and was called "the little Broadway of the North". We are committed to presenting high-quality, professional works of theatre that inspire the imagination and cultivate a lifelong passion for the art form.
If you are in the area, stop by, snap pictures, and walk around this beautiful park. Great spot for a picnic.
Cascade Park
600 State StreetIf you are in the area, stop by, snap pictures, and walk around this beautiful park. Great spot for a picnic.
Looking for a Vegas style casino experience that's nearby? Hollywood has Blackjack and over 700 slot machines.
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Hollywood Casino
500 Main StLooking for a Vegas style casino experience that's nearby? Hollywood has Blackjack and over 700 slot machines.
The Bangor Waterfront Pavilion is a large apitheater that seats over 10,000 people, and brings in some of the biggest name bands in the world. No concerts on Mondays or Tuesdays.
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Darling's Waterfront Pavilion
1 Railroad StThe Bangor Waterfront Pavilion is a large apitheater that seats over 10,000 people, and brings in some of the biggest name bands in the world. No concerts on Mondays or Tuesdays.
Our Historic Walking Tours tell the tales of the Bangor Region and its people. Led by guides who have a passion for the Queen City’s history, you’ll learn little-known facts and details that will open your eyes to pieces of the past. Private tours are available for organizations, parties and/or other groups. Check out our Tour and Events pages for more information!
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Bangor Historical Society and Thomas A. Hill House Museum
159 Union StOur Historic Walking Tours tell the tales of the Bangor Region and its people. Led by guides who have a passion for the Queen City’s history, you’ll learn little-known facts and details that will open your eyes to pieces of the past. Private tours are available for organizations, parties and/or other groups. Check out our Tour and Events pages for more information!
At Treworgy Family Orchards we believe people were made to connect with each other and with the land. So plan your trip today and come gather beautifully!
There’s plenty to do at the farm Spring, Summer, and Fall - come get a pizza and ice cream, harvest your own fresh strawberries, blueberries or raspberries. Get lost in our national award winning corn maze and of course there’s apples and pumpkins. We also provide cut-your-own Christmas trees and fun farm based events.
Treworgy Family Orchards
3876 Union StAt Treworgy Family Orchards we believe people were made to connect with each other and with the land. So plan your trip today and come gather beautifully!
There’s plenty to do at the farm Spring, Summer, and Fall - come get a pizza and ice cream, harvest your own fresh strawberries, blueberries or raspberries. Get lost in our national award winning corn maze and of course there’s apples and pumpkins. We also provide cut-your-own Christmas trees and fun farm based events.
Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park
1129 Union StThings To Do Outside of Bangor
Located just 30 mins from the cottage, The Fort Knox Historic Site features one of the best-preserved examples of coastal defense fortifications constructed in the mid-1800s. It is America's first fort named after Major General Henry Knox. Free interpretive guided tours of the fort are provided by volunteers, when available, between 11am to 3pm. The PNO is the tallest bridge observatory open to the public in the world. Visitors to the observatory ride Maine's fastest elevator up 420' feet for breathtaking 360 degree views of the Penobscot Bay area
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Fort Knox i Penobscot Narrows Opservatorij
740 Ft Knox Rd
Located just 30 mins from the cottage, The Fort Knox Historic Site features one of the best-preserved examples of coastal defense fortifications constructed in the mid-1800s. It is America's first fort named after Major General Henry Knox. Free interpretive guided tours of the fort are provided by volunteers, when available, between 11am to 3pm. The PNO is the tallest bridge observatory open to the public in the world. Visitors to the observatory ride Maine's fastest elevator up 420' feet for breathtaking 360 degree views of the Penobscot Bay area
Dice Head Light is a lighthouse in the town of Castine, Maine. First established in 1829, the light was deactivated in 1937 and replaced by a skeleton tower 475 feet to the south. When that structure was destroyed by a storm in 2007, however, the old light was reactivated in 2008.
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Dyce Head Lighthouse
Dice Head Light is a lighthouse in the town of Castine, Maine. First established in 1829, the light was deactivated in 1937 and replaced by a skeleton tower 475 feet to the south. When that structure was destroyed by a storm in 2007, however, the old light was reactivated in 2008.
Moosehorn National Wildlife Refuge is a northern treasure in the National Wildlife Refuge System. It consists of nearly 30,000 acres of federally protected lands in northeastern coastal ME. The refuge's landscape is varied, with rolling hills, large ledge outcroppings, streams, lakes, bogs, and marshes. The diversity of forests and wetlands provides habitat for over 225 species of birds, endangered species, resident wildlife and rare plants. A northern hardwood forest of aspen, maple, birch, spruce and fir dominates the upland. Scattered stands of majestic white pine are common. The Edmunds Division boasts several miles of rocky shoreline where tidal fluctuations of up to 24 ft occur twice a day.
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Moosehorn National Wildlife Refuge
103 Headquarters RoadMoosehorn National Wildlife Refuge is a northern treasure in the National Wildlife Refuge System. It consists of nearly 30,000 acres of federally protected lands in northeastern coastal ME. The refuge's landscape is varied, with rolling hills, large ledge outcroppings, streams, lakes, bogs, and marshes. The diversity of forests and wetlands provides habitat for over 225 species of birds, endangered species, resident wildlife and rare plants. A northern hardwood forest of aspen, maple, birch, spruce and fir dominates the upland. Scattered stands of majestic white pine are common. The Edmunds Division boasts several miles of rocky shoreline where tidal fluctuations of up to 24 ft occur twice a day.