You can hang out in Portland, Camden and Bangor and eat great food. Everybody knows that. But, what most people don’t know is that getting off-the-beaten-path means finding some of the best restaurants Maine has to offer. We’ve been known as a culinary hot spot for the last few years, but Mainers who have lived here their whole lives know that the distinction of being a great place for food has been one we’ve claimed since the first restaurant opened its doors. To enjoy some of the best home cooking, head straight for this rural restaurant in Maine.
Hidden in plain sight just off of I-95, Vittles Restaurant in Pittsfield is unassuming, unpretentious, and easily has the best food in town.
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Inside you’ll find a homey, cozy atmosphere filled with friendly servers that make this spot feel like a true community staple.
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In addition to their regular menu, there are daily specials and additions that make every trip different.
Vittles Restaurant, Pittsfield Maine / Facebook The chef has a large garden with squash, tomatoes, cucumbers, and a variety herbs, which means that ingredients are local whenever possible.
But, when things like pretzel chicken are menu mainstays you may not even need things to be different every day!
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The burger special is always top-notch.
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But it’s the prime rib burger that they might be best known for. This particular version, which was special ordered, has a three-quarter pound burger patty! And do NOT leave without getting the famous frizzled onions.
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For something lighter, try their club, which some say is the best they’ve ever tried.
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You can’t go wrong with any of their wraps either - like this Buffalo chicken wrap.
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Vittles also has a number of soups and stews including the spicy shrimp & haddock stew served with grilled focaccia bread.
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Local beers are plentiful here.
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And dessert is a whole new world of delicious.
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Try the cannoli!
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Or, go all out and get the deep fried cheesecake with baileys white chocolate ice cream.
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Vittles Restaurant is open for breakfast and lunch every day. Dinner is served on Friday and Saturday nights and features a weekly changing menu.
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The chef has a large garden with squash, tomatoes, cucumbers, and a variety herbs, which means that ingredients are local whenever possible.
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Vittles Restaurant can be found at 107 Main St. in Pittsfield. They can be reached on (207) 487-8181. Check out their website here. Or, visit them on Facebook where they often share the specials menu.
Here are 11 more small restaurants you can try in Maine for some of the best home cooked meals you’ll ever have.
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