DINING

Contemporary

• Opus
  193 Broad Street • Bangor, ME 04401
  207-945-5100
  Chef Roger Gelis cooks to the rhythm of the seasons and Pastry Chef Amy Oliver finishes it off with a sweet note. Voted "best new restaurant 2005."  more...  map

Locally Operated

• Oriental Jade Restaurant
  Bangor Mall Boulevard • Bangor, ME 04401
  next to Bangor Cinema
  207-947-6969
  Open daily for lunch and dinner, this restaurant offers an array of authentically prepared and creatively presented Chinese dishes, as well as an all-you-can-eat buffet and a Sampan Grill. more...  map

• Sea Dog Tavern & Brewery
  26 Front Street • Bangor, ME 04401
  207-947-8009
  Unique 540 seat restaurant and 40 barrel brewery that offers an array of national award-winning ales and lagers, as well as a delicious menu filled with traditional American favorites and light fare. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. more...  map

• Thistles Restaurant
  175 Exchange Street • Bangor, ME 04401
  207-945-5480
  Reservations are suggested at this fine dining restaurant that serves a delicious array of classic international cuisine. Live music is provided on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. more...  map

Steaks & Chops

• LongHorn Steakhouse
  605 Hogan Road • Bangor, ME 04401
  207-945-3455
  Visiting Longhorn is like paying a visit to the authentic West. The steaks are hand-cut, hand-seasoned and carefully prepared. The burgers are thick & juicy and salads are freshly prepared. They offer legendary Western fare to satisfy a range of cravings. more...