Beer cheese soup at The Liberal Cup
Places to Eat in Hallowell, Maine
Restaurants, Pubs, and Bars serving food
Slates Restaurant & Bakery
163 Water Street
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Phone: (207) 622-9575
Open: Dinner Mon-Thu, 5pm-8pm
Fri & Sat, 5pm - 8:30pm
Sun Brunch, 10am - 2pm
One of the best restaurants in the region (make a reservation). They have their own bakery and a pleasant outdoor dining area for the summer. They have live music on Monday, Friday and Saturday nights. They post their specials each day on Facebook.
The Quarry Tap Room
122 Water Street
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Phone: (207) 213-6173
Open: 7 Days a Week, 11am to Midnight
They serve pub fare as well as full entrees (which look real good on their Facebook page). My wife swears by the Poutine. They have a very large outdoor patio with a partial to good view of the river (depending on where you sit) and feature lots of live music.
The Maine House
119 Water Street
Facebook Phone: (207) 621-1234
Bao & Beyond Menu Lib Cup Menu
Open: Wednesday-Friday 4 pm - Close
Saturday 5pm - Close
The Maine House make incredible craft cocktails. They also serve food from Bao & Beyond (Tues, Weds, and Thurs) and the Liberal Cup (Fri., Sat). That’s a good thing because you want something in your stomach to balance the best cocktails you’ve ever had. (Note the menu info may change or some items may not always be available.)
On the lighter side…
Autumn’s Cafe
GF/DF Baked goods and full breakfasts
156 Water Street FaceBook
Open Thu - Sat, 6am - 2pm
Sun, 10am-2pm
Wrapped Up Coffee House
(Formerly Traverse Coffee)
140 Water Street
Phone: (207) 557-1010
Enjoy a good cup of coffee and take in their excellent view of the river.
Juiced Cafe
130 Water Street
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Phone: (207) 623-7700
Open: Mon - Fri 10am-4pm
Saturday - 9am - 4pm
Sunday - 10am - 3pm
Healthy fast-casual alternatives for breakfast and lunch including cold-pressed juices, smoothies, protein shakes, smoothie bowls, lunch items like wraps and Fresh Bowls, and wellness shots.
Outdoor patio along the river.
Nellie’s Kitchen
1 Stevens Street (off Winthrop Street)
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Phone: (207) 816-1422
Open: Mon - Sat, 7am - 3pm
At the top of Winthrop St in the UMA building, Nellie’s is your best bet for breakfast from Monday to Saturday. They switch to serving lunch at 10:30 and close at 3pm. I like their Cobb Salad but they also make their own donuts and bagels. Keep this place in your back pocket.
Bolley’s Famous Franks
38 Water Street
Breakfast Menu Lunch Menu
FaceBook Phone: (207) 622-2951
Open: Tues - Sat 7am to 3pm
A longtime Hallowell favorite. In addition to hot dogs, they serve burgers and sandwiches. Also serving breakfast until 10:30am
Burrano’s Wood-Fired Pizza
190 Water Street
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Phone: (207) 213-6634
Open: Sun-Thurs 11am to 8:30pm
Fri-Sat 11am to 9:30pm
This is some gourmet sh—. Seriously, they have interesting and delicious pizza. The also make great burgers and wings. Don’t miss this place. They also have a large patio with a view of the river. Take out orders accepted.
Bistro Milliard
167 Water Street
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Phone: (207) 213-6479
Open: Weds –Sun, 5pm–9pm
Fine dining in an intimate setting. The food is great but the seating is limited. Call ahead for a reservation.
Cafe de Bangkok
232 Water Street
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Phone: (207) 622-2638
Open: Tue-Sat: 11:00am - 2:30pm &
3:30pm - 9:00pm
Sun: 12:00pm - 9:00pm
The Thai food served here is excellent but the view of the river is spectacular.
Nothing like having Pad Thai while watching Osprey fishing in the Kennebec.
Desi Kitchen
103 Water Street
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Phone: (207) 660-8462
Open: Tues - Sun 11:00 AM to 8:30 PM
Pakistani and Indian cuisine featuring Lahori Naan, Sheek Kabab, and Chicken Tikka.
The Liberal Cup
115 Water Street
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Phone: 207-623-2739
Open: 7 Days a Week, 11:30am - Midnight
My first love in Hallowell. They brew their own beer and serve good pub fare. They make a beer cheese soup (pictured above) that changes each day with different beers and cheeses. They have a small outdoors eating area but their bar is really nice and they have lots of cozy booths.
Lucky Garden
218 Water Street
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Phone: (207) 622-3465
Open: Sun. – Thur.: 11am - 8pm
Fri. & Sat.: 11am - 9pm
A family run Chinese restaurant with a 14-16 item buffet that is very good, and a view of the Kennebec River that’s even better. They have the best veggies and General Tso’s Chicken I have ever had at a buffet. Of course, you can order from a full menus as well.