Primo (circa 1890) 2 South Main Street, Rockland, ME 04841, 207-596-0770, This chef-owned bistro is located in a renovated Victorian house and offers an atmosphere as appealing as its cuisine. Five dining rooms promote an intimate and "charming country feel," while the upstairs bar with its tile floors and leather upholstered banquettes and stools has a "true bistro feel." The dishes served draw heavily upon fresh local organic produce cooked with methods inspired by classic Italian and French recipes. Open for dinner Wednesday through Monday and is closed on Tuesdays. more...

Atlantic Baking Co. 351 Main Street, Rockland, ME 04841, 207-596-0505, Atlantic Baking Co. produces a broad range of artisan breads and pastries, all made from scratch every day. They use the best ingredients available and never use preservatives. In today’s market, they are the perfect choice as everything they make is touched by hand. Their breads are crusty and baked in state of the art ovens. Their laminates are made on a sheeter with layers and layers of dough and butter. Everything is delicious. They also have a large retail area with tables and chairs, for your eating pleasure, and bistro tables outside when it’s warm, with the sea at your back. In addition, they offer coffee, espresso drinks, tea, cold beverages, sandwiches, homemade soups, fresh salads and other packaged goods. In the summer they are open everyday! more... 

Hole in the Wall Bagels 754 Main Street, Rockland, ME 04841, 207-594-3600, Cafe and bakery has wonderful freshly-baked bagels made from scratch. Nice setting to enjoy a cup of coffee and a light breakfast before a long day of sightseeing. 

Rockland Cafe 441 Main Street, Rockland, ME 04841, 207-596-7556, Located in the heart of the seaport, it is just minutes away from the Farnsworth Art Museum. They serve a quick and casual breakfast, lunch and dinner. more... 

Thomaston Cafe 154 Main Street, Rockland, ME 04861, 207-354-8589, Casual, family-oriented cafe has a wide variety of food on their menu including homemade chowders, home-baked breads,fresh roasted chicken sandwiches, island crabcakes, quesadillas and sinful desserts and pastries. Also have a fine selection of beers and wines, plus espressos and cappuccinos.  more... 

Second Read Books & Coffee 328 Main Street, Rockland, ME 04841, 207-594-4123, Charming bookstore and coffee shop also has a variety of teas, wonderful soups and pastries.  

Cafe Miranda 15 Oak St., Rockland, ME 04841, 207-594-2034, This eclectic restaurant has entrees cooked in a wood-fired brick oven and features a large variety of cuisines such as Italian, Thai, Mexican, Armenian and more. Features entrees like Sauteed Sea Scallops, Stir Fried Duck & Red Curry, Fabulous Eggplant Wowie, and Lamb Ragu with hand cut noodles. Plan extra time just to decide what to order...the menu is miles long! more... 

OH! BENTO 10 Leland Street, Rockland, ME 04841, 207-593-9216, Liven up your dining experience with their true Japanese cuisine served in a quiet setting. Reservations are recommended. 

Amalfi 421 Main Street, Rockland, ME 04841, 207-596-0012, Enjoy the intense flavors of the Mediterranean mixed with coastal Maine cuisine. Sample entrees include Grilled Strip Steak, Braised Lamb Shank, Eggplant Parmesan, and Duck Risotto. Wonderful fine dining with excellent service.  more... 

Cod End Commercial Street, Tenants Harbor, 207-372-6782, Delicious fresh local seafood served either on the dock or you may choose to eat inside. Take out is available.

Kate's Seafood U.S. Route 1, Rockland, ME 04841, 207-594-2626, Since lobster is the number one dish in Maine, put on some comfy clothes and be prepared to make a mess at Kate's! Don't worry, you do get a bib while you feast on some of the best fresh lobster in town, plus try other great local seafood served either broiled, baked, steamed or fried in this relaxed dining room.

WaterWorks Restaurant & Pub 7 Lindsey Street, Rockland, ME 04841, 207-596-2753, With a choice of dining in the cozy dining room or outdoors, this restaurant exudes a comfortable New England ambiance. Relax around the fireplace in the separate pub, or dine indoors or outside on a variety of choices from the menu that includes grilled fish, BBQ ribs, steaks and whale bones. 

Grapes Restaurant 227 Park Street, Rockland, ME 04841, 207-594-9050, Innovative cuisine featuring fresh seafood, tasty pasta dishes, perfectly seasoned steaks, refreshing salads and more.  

Oceanside Seafood & Steakhouse 2 Park Drive, Rockland, ME 04841, 207-594-4583, Sit back and relax in this casual fine dining restaurant which serves great seafood, ribs and grilled-to-perfection steaks. They also have meeting/conference facilities.