Basic Needs
Neighborhood grocery store-be sure to check out the bakery, the new baker is top notch!
22 locals recommend
Shaw's
251 US-1Neighborhood grocery store-be sure to check out the bakery, the new baker is top notch!
CVS
111 Auburn StreetClosest pharmacy, great spot for picking up those forgotten toiletries
Although in the town of Falmouth, its pretty close! Added bonus, there is a wonderful nature trail off the parking lot to the right of the building.
280 locals recommend
Hannaford Supermarket
295 Forest AveAlthough in the town of Falmouth, its pretty close! Added bonus, there is a wonderful nature trail off the parking lot to the right of the building.
United States Postal Service
3 Post Office SquareFavorite Brunch Places
Otherside Diner
500 Washington AveGreat brunch nearby
The Front Room
73 Congress StHot Suppa
703 Congress StBayside American Cafe
98 Portland StWorth the wait!
Joe's Boathouse Catering
Bayou Kitchen
543 Deering AveThey have grits y’all!
Food scene
Great neighborhood ice cream joint! Walking distance or under 5 minute drive. They specialize in soft serve but do carry some hard scoop ice cream.
Lib's Dairy Treats
32 Auburn StreetGreat neighborhood ice cream joint! Walking distance or under 5 minute drive. They specialize in soft serve but do carry some hard scoop ice cream.
Beals Old Fashioned Ice Cream
18 Veranda StBeals Old Fashioned Ice Cream
18 Veranda StA bit of a hike, but of the 3 Beal's locations, this one their flagship store, has the most variety of flavors. We frequently make the 20 or so minute drive to try the new flavors.
Beal's Old Fashioned Ice Cream
585 Main StA bit of a hike, but of the 3 Beal's locations, this one their flagship store, has the most variety of flavors. We frequently make the 20 or so minute drive to try the new flavors.
A bit pricey but well worth it-best to get reservations ahead of time
92 locals recommend
Fore Street Restaurant
288 Fore StA bit pricey but well worth it-best to get reservations ahead of time
ViA VECCHiA
10 Dana StreetWell worth the prices, must try cocktails!
Terlingua
40 Washington AveThings to do
Fun for adults and kids, reasonably priced tickets. In summer they run themed trains. Last summer we took a beer train and they surprised us with free lobster rolls!
Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Company and Museum
49 Thames StSmiling Hill Farm
781 County RdOne of our favorite things to do is take a hike in the woods with the goats and sheep, a unique and fun experience for kids and adults.
Ten Apple Farm
241 Yarmouth RdOne of our favorite things to do is take a hike in the woods with the goats and sheep, a unique and fun experience for kids and adults.
Old Port
Sightseeing
Birthplace of a Maine staple- Poland Springs water. Interesting history, great golfing, and good fishing and kayaking nearby
7 locals recommend
Poland Spring Resort
640 Maine StBirthplace of a Maine staple- Poland Springs water. Interesting history, great golfing, and good fishing and kayaking nearby
Cute little town about an hour’s drive away. My favorite lobster spot- Red’s Eats, is there and there’s a wonderful art scene. If you’re looking to grab some unique souvenirs and see quintessential Maine landscapes and architecture close to Portland, Damariscotta is the place!
56 locals recommend
Damariscotta
Cute little town about an hour’s drive away. My favorite lobster spot- Red’s Eats, is there and there’s a wonderful art scene. If you’re looking to grab some unique souvenirs and see quintessential Maine landscapes and architecture close to Portland, Damariscotta is the place!
Souvenirs
Where to buy stuff for your people
Cool place to buy trinkets, incense, and books and maybe get a psychic or spiritual reading
Leapin' Lizards
449 Forest AvenueCool place to buy trinkets, incense, and books and maybe get a psychic or spiritual reading
Dancing and Bars
Places to dance and get a drink
Bubba’s is a Portland staple! 80’s night Fridays and 90’s night Saturdays, dancing on 3 dance floors one of which lights up! Be sure to bring cash as the bar does not accept cards!
47 locals recommend
Bubba's Sulky Lounge
92 Portland StBubba’s is a Portland staple! 80’s night Fridays and 90’s night Saturdays, dancing on 3 dance floors one of which lights up! Be sure to bring cash as the bar does not accept cards!
Old Port Tavern Billiards
368 Fore St