FIND.
THE CHEESE IRON
"Cheese, charcuterie, wine, chocolate and vegetables in season. They sell Opinel knives as well, which you may need on a trip to Maine."
EAT.
BECKY'S DINER
For breakfast: "Bump elbows with lobstermen and restaurant workers who are trying to recover from a rough night. The coffee is always hot, and the eggs are cooked right."
PORTLAND LOBSTER COMPANY
For lunch: "They have an outdoor deck right on the water, freezing cold beers, and a lobster roll worthy of a James Beard award."
NOSH KITCHEN BAR
For a casual dinner: "From the Pig Belly Reuben to the ‘Apocalypse Now Burger' (an artery missile built from foie gras, pork belly, bacon, American cheese, mayo and a bit of macerated fruit) these guys know how to bring the delicious."
FIVE FIFTY-FIVE (555)
For a more elegant, high-end dinner: "Steve and Michelle Corry came from Domaine Chandon and The French Laundry, respectively. Steve was named Food and Wine Best New Chef 2007. Locals love their creative cuisine."
DRINK.
NOVARE RES BIER CAFE
"Their keg system is more complex than most computer hard drives. They have beer from around the world and Maine, and you can sit out on a deck."
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