Try These 25 Maine Restaurants That are Perfect for Summer Dining

Tis the season for better weather and enjoying all that Maine has to offer.

Of course, this includes the state's pristine environment. There's nothing quite like camping, hiking, sightseeing, boating, and swimming in Maine.

But let’s not forget another of the state’s outstanding assets: its delicious restaurants.

Maine's Restaurant Scene in the Summer is Second to None

Summer is the perfect time to experience Maine’s incredible food scene. Outdoor dining opens up, local ingredients take center stage, and many of us get to show off the industry to visiting friends and relatives.

We spend countless hours discussing and dissecting every detail of the Maine restaurant scene. Whether it’s Portland, the surrounding area, Bar Harbor, the Midcoast, the Western Foothills, or the Southern Coast, this state is an absolute gold mine.

So, with the hot days and perfect nights finally here, I thought it’d be fun to take a look at some of the state’s best restaurants to enjoy during the summer months—spots that not only serve great food but also provide the ideal setting to experience everything Maine has to offer this time of year.

Maine's restaurant scene has become a national powerhouse, and one that so many people love to take advantage of in the summer. So, we put out the call for the spots Mainers say offer the best outdoor dining, the restaurants that help shape our communities and keep our stomachs full.

Now, thanks to our stations' social media, we can finally put some names to those beloved establishments.

What are the Best Maine Restaurants to Visit in the Summer?

Below is a list of many of the restaurants that were suggested to us. They vary in size, concept, and location. Some have opened recently, while others have been community staples for years. But they’re all true Maine originals—and each one is considered worthy of a summer dining experience.

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You can check out the full list below. Hope you’re hungry, I know I am.