Location: Rockland
Top Restaurants in Rockland
Top Things to do in Rockland
Top 10 restaurants in Rockland, United States
Rockland is a city in Knox County, Maine, in the United States. As of the 2010 census, the city population was 7,297. It is the county seat of Knox County. The city is a popular tourist destination. It is a departure point for the Maine State Ferry Service to the islands of Penobscot Bay: Vinalhaven, North Haven and Matinicus.
Things to do in Rockland
1. In Good Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 337 reviews
We are open seven days a week from 4:30 pm to close. Good company is fundamental...With friends everything tastes better, is more enjoyable and better absorbed. It enriches your blood and spirit.
Reviewed By Nancy M - The Villages, Florida
Had a cheese board with bread before dinner that was delicious. 3 cheeses some bread and husk cherries. My husband had the beef tenderloin medallions. they were melt in your mouth good. The menu is very limited but they're all delicious. portions aren't huge so order an appetizer or small bite if you r a big eater. I had the haddock and it was wonderful. This is a very small restaurant so you need reservations or go early like we did and have Linner
2. Rock City Cafe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 134 reviews
Reviewed By suzinvt - Middlebury, Vermont
This is just a jewel of a bakery-slash-cafe! A fabulous menu of amazing variety. Great food offerings, from soups to sandwiches galore...to sweets and very specially-crafted hot drinks! Perfect for our recent frigid winter visit to Rockland.
Lots of charm in this cute little eatery, great service from very hard-working staff, as they do get very busy and this is a go-to for locals and visitors alike! The number of tables and their turnover is fairly good, so you will most likely be able to get one. Better yet, grab one when you see it and have someone in your party order for you!
We thoroughly enjoyed our time and food here, and then wandered to the back of the cafe into the adjoining book store. Perfect! A lovely spot to visit that I highly recommend.
3. Dorman's Dairy Dream
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 101 reviews
Reviewed By mamontgomery - Grenoble, France
Dorman's has been around since before I was born (and I'm getting OLD). Can't teach this dog new tricks. I ONLY order grape nut ice cream on a plain cone, and it's DELICIOUS. Quantities are heaping, even a small cone has 2 huge scoops and the price is more than fair. I'll be back every year I come to Tenants Harbor. Thanks, Dorman family.
4. Willow Bake Shoppe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 108 reviews
Specialize in Home Made Donuts
Reviewed By Deeds6262 - Florida
A good variety of excellent fresh daily donuts. The setting is quaint, the servers at the counter are friendly, clean and helpful. Delicious, an enjoyable "indulgence"!
5. Owls Head General Store
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 146 reviews
Very small family run general store and restaurant serving the famous "best burger in the Midcoast area", chowder, crab melts, pizza and much more!
Reviewed By waterandmore - Washington DC, District of Columbia
Owls Head is not really a general store, but instead is a small cafe featuring outstanding hamburgers. They are big and juicy. It is located next to the post office on the way to the lighthouse. Parking can be a challenge. Note: go early for lunch. Except on Fridays they close at 2 pm and shut down the grill before then. Arriving at 1:45 or so is too late!
6. Claws
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 640 reviews
Claws specializes in offering the highest quality fresh local seafood, prepared with vintage Maine recipes, all at reasonable prices. Enjoy panoramic views of Rockland Harbor as you dine on our beautiful deck at picnic tables with bright umbrellas. We also can pack all of our menu items for take-out. Call in your order in advance or simply order in person. Serving beer and wine and featuring several local labels. New for 2015 - now serving fried seafood! Try our amazing "Boats" filled with fried clams, scallops, haddock or shrimp along with our home made French fries and coleslaw. Lobster dinners, lobster mac 'n cheese, steamers, crab cakes, lobster bisque, Angus burgers, chicken sandwiches - everything is made with care and from scratch.
Reviewed By rnmteach - Massachusetts
Unfortuately you will have to wait till next year to try this place, as they closed for the season on Oct. 1. Claws has all outside seating with some covered and has views of Rockland Harbor. We started with Calamari done right, topped with Parmesan...MoreOh my goodness...she poached your clams???? She will just have to get'er own next summah! (By the way, its "Flatlandah") Lol!! :) Thank you for the wonderful review - hope to see you again next season! Cheers, Steve & Luanne
7. Rock City Coffee Roasters
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 62 reviews
Reviewed By Bruce G
Stopped this afternoon for a coffee. They 4 or 5 varieties of coffee including organic and non organic regular and decaf. The dark roast coffee was excellent. It is as piping hot. You add your own cream / milk and sweetener if you so desire. It was quick and courteous service. It opens at 8 am on the weekends but at 7 Monday - Friday. I didn't try their pastries at this location but apparently they are baked at their other location just a few blocks north on Main Steer. I did try there almond pastry at their other location and it was to die for and at a steal at just $2.50. The pastries where very large and delicious. You've got to go!!!
8. Home Kitchen Cafe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 786 reviews
Now ALSO open for Dinner Wed - Sat 5-9pm
Reviewed By Cah858 - San Diego, California
My experiences here was ok. The food was tasty and a solid breakfast. It wasn't as friendly as I would have expected but it might have just been an off day. Great location and nice place overall. I'll be back.
9. La Bella Vita & The Enoteca Lounge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 518 reviews
Reviewed By MelissafromNorthport - Maine
Went w a friend I had not seen for awhile which is why I did not send my food back. I did not want to ruin our lunch.The waitress was nice but really could not describe the selections. We each ordered a pasta dish. Mine was so dry and had less than a tablespoon of the veal described on the menu. It was also cold, I requested a little more sauce. My friend's dish was a pasta w kale. There was less kale in her dish than the veal in mine. The prices are not cheap. Hers was cool as well. By the time we finished what we were going to eat of the large helping of mostly pasta, they finally after two requests brought out the sauce.. which was hot... but we had finished eating by then. We used to enjoy the Samoset lunches... this was not a good experience.
10. Primo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 922 reviews
Italian and Mediterranean inspired menu...James Beard Award winning Chef Melissa Kelly prepares Farm to Table Cuisine in a restored farmhouse. <br> 4 Acres of kitchen gardens, heritage pigs & chickens supply the restaurant with the freshest ingredients. Primo is both a gem to our local clientele as well as a culinary destination for food lovers in search of casually elegant dining. <br>Supporting local and sustainable farms & businesses. <br> Creative & seasonal cocktails, artisanal breads, handmade pastas, gelato and much more. <br> Sundays and Thursdays come for $1 oyster night at the bar or join us for our small plates menu at our new Antipasti Counter. WE HAVE 40-50 SEATS AVAILABLE FOR GUESTS DROPPING IN WITHOUT RESERVATIONS.....THERE IS ALWAYS A PLACE !!! <br> Private Salon on the second floor for up to 14 guests or reserve one of the original parlor rooms. <br>Make a reservation or feel free to drop in to our lounge area.
Reviewed By Diane N - St. Petersburg, Florida
After one bad experience in about 10 years I am happy to report that the high quality food and service of Primo's has returned. The new manager seems to have stepped in to his new job well. He is not only talking to customers to make sure they are happy but also steps in and helps out where needed - as any good manager should do. We dine here 3-4 times a month - either in the dining room or the bar area, with friend or family, or just to have a zenzero cosmo and some bar food. The creativity and high quality of the food is well appreciated.
