25 Essential Rockland Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Rockland.
Moody's Diner
Maine
Iconic pit stop for simple diner eats also known for desserts like whoopie pies & blueberry muffins.
Rustica Cucina Italiana
Maine
Handcrafted pasta, breads & other Italian fare are prepared in-house at this spacious eatery.
Clan MacLaren
Maine
an everyday essential favorite for readers tracking Rockland's most persuasive sandwich shop rooms, anchored by a Beam Score of 82.4.
Home Kitchen Cafe
Rockland, Maine
Bright, cheery cafe dishing up American eats made with local ingredients for breakfast & lunch.
Camden House of Pizza
Rockland, Maine
Simple, family-owned standby for Italian & Greek comfort bites like pizza, pasta, gyros & salads.
13 Oak
Rockland, Maine
Service options: Outdoor seating, Dine-in. Highlights: Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great dessert, Great wine list.
Long Grain
Rockland, Maine
Intimate eatery serving familiar Thai fare such as curry, stir-fries & mains with housemade noodles.
In Good Company
Rockland, Maine
Welcoming, loftlike space with a strong wine focus serves contemporary American fare.
Trackside Station
Rockland, Maine
Burgers, BBQ & seafood, plus other casual American dishes, served in a historic railway station.
Ada's Kitchen
Rockland, Maine
Homemade pastas, pizza & specialty cocktails offered in an informal bistro with an upbeat vibe.
Rockland Café
Rockland, Maine
Casual outpost serving hearty all-day comfort cuisine alongside seafood specials & breakfast.
Suzuki's Sushi Bar
Rockland, Maine
Bright eatery offering familiar sushi & Japanese rice & noodle dishes in a cozy atmosphere.
Waterworks Restaurant
Rockland, Maine
Comfy, wood-decked, brick-walled tavern with an expansive menu of pub eats & other Americana.
Spice Pizzeria
Rockland, Maine
Service options: Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance.
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
Rockland, Maine
Soft-serve ice cream & signature shakes top the menu at this classic burger & fries fast-food chain.
Park Street Grille
Rockland, Maine
Service options: Outdoor seating, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great wine list.
Station 118
Rockland, Maine
Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails.
Vintage Room
Rockland, Maine
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.
Bullwinkle's Steak House
Rockland, Maine
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.
Bleecker and Greer
Rockland, Maine
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom.
Thomaston Cafe
Rockland, Maine
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.
Sammy's Deluxe
Rockland, Maine
Warm, down-home dining room offering an ever-changing, seasonal menu of meats, veggies & seafood.
Honey's Fried Chicken Palace
Rockland, Maine
Service options: Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
The Zack Shack
Rockland, Maine
Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Taco Joe's
Rockland, Maine
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible parking lot.