The best restaurants in Lewiston

32 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Marco's

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Marco's keeps weeknights easy with comforting classics straight from family recipes out of Calabria, like Venetian Parmigiana, Chicken…

12 Mollison Way

Marco's keeps weeknights easy with comforting classics straight from family recipes out of Calabria, like Venetian Parmigiana, Chicken Dolce Amara, and rich Tortellini Carbonara. Craving a night in or planning a get-together? Order your favorites for delivery or let them handle the party, you just show up.

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Bua Thai & Sushi

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Bua Thai Sushi blends comfort and craft with fresh ingredients, from balanced Thai curries to beautifully prepared rolls. Make this week…

703 Sabattus St

Bua Thai Sushi blends comfort and craft with fresh ingredients, from balanced Thai curries to beautifully prepared rolls. Make this week easy with quick online ordering, or level up your next get-together with their customizable party packages and flexible catering... because dinner should be satisfying, not stressful.

From the Lewiston newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Rolly's Diner

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When you need a no-fuss win this week, Rolly's Diner serves breakfast all day with crepes, pancakes, omelets, and eggs, plus sandwiches,…

87 Mill St (Auburn)

When you need a no-fuss win this week, Rolly's Diner serves breakfast all day with crepes, pancakes, omelets, and eggs, plus sandwiches, burgers, chicken tenders, and homemade desserts. Classic diner comfort, generous portions, exactly the kind of good cookin' that brightens a gray Maine morning.

From the Lewiston newsletter, August 6, 2026

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When the week needs a reset, Saigon Restaurant nails the comfort-food brief with fragrant pho, steamy dumplings, crisp spring rolls, and…

795 Forest Ave (Portland)

When the week needs a reset, Saigon Restaurant nails the comfort-food brief with fragrant pho, steamy dumplings, crisp spring rolls, and grilled skewer plates that actually taste like lemongrass. Bonus points for a solid tea lineup and bánh mì to go, perfect for desk lunches or couch mode.

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If your crew wants scratch-made comfort food, cold drinks, and serious billiards, check out Legends Sports Bar & Grill this week. Ten…

4 Mollison Way

If your crew wants scratch-made comfort food, cold drinks, and serious billiards, check out Legends Sports Bar & Grill this week. Ten nine-foot Diamond tables that pros praise, 18 screens for every game, a family-friendly vibe, and patio cornhole keep the good times rolling.

From the Lewiston newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Papa Johns Pizza

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Pizza take-out & delivery chain offering classic & specialty pizzas, plus wings, sides & desserts.

850 Lisbon St

Pizza take-out & delivery chain offering classic & specialty pizzas, plus wings, sides & desserts.

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Casual diner serving BBQ basics such as burgers, brisket and pulled pork in a clean setting.

120 Center St (Auburn)

Casual diner serving BBQ basics such as burgers, brisket and pulled pork in a clean setting.

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Brisket, pulled pork, ribs, and other smoked meats are the focus of this casual spot with a kids' menu.

674 Main St (Oxford)

Brisket, pulled pork, ribs, and other smoked meats are the focus of this casual spot with a kids' menu.

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Comfy nook with local art offering made-to-order brunch bites, gluten-free options & Filipino meals.

952 Brighton Ave (Portland)

Comfy nook with local art offering made-to-order brunch bites, gluten-free options & Filipino meals.

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Casual eatery focused on burgers and fries, along with lobster rolls and an all-day breakfast menu.

5 Washington St N (Auburn)

Casual eatery focused on burgers and fries, along with lobster rolls and an all-day breakfast menu.

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Pizza Hut

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Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.

875 Sabattus St

Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.

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The Front Room

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Quaint, local restaurant for upscale American comfort food, with popular bar & brunch scenes.

73 Congress St (Portland)

Quaint, local restaurant for upscale American comfort food, with popular bar & brunch scenes.

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Smoked Portland

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Laid-back eatery serving slow-smoked meats, wings and sauces in creative flavors.

951 Forest Ave (Portland)

Laid-back eatery serving slow-smoked meats, wings and sauces in creative flavors.

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Taco Bell

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Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.

458 Center St (Auburn)

Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.

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Fish Bones Grill

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This upscale eatery in a canalside old-mill building is an elegant spot for seafood & American fare.

Bates Mill, 6 70 Lincoln St

This upscale eatery in a canalside old-mill building is an elegant spot for seafood & American fare.

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Colorful, cheerful local chain with a large bar & lively scene specializes in dry-rub barbecue.

568 US-1 (Freeport)

Colorful, cheerful local chain with a large bar & lively scene specializes in dry-rub barbecue.

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Sushi rolls, hibachi meals, and other Japanese fare are served at this eatery with a casual atmosphere and live music.

40 East Ave

Sushi rolls, hibachi meals, and other Japanese fare are served at this eatery with a casual atmosphere and live music.

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Cozy eatery (one of two) serving standard pizzas plus subs, salads, burgers and Italian entrees.

365 Sabattus St

Cozy eatery (one of two) serving standard pizzas plus subs, salads, burgers and Italian entrees.

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Sushi, hibachi and Asian dishes are served at this casual eatery, plus it does takeout.

179 Main St Ste 1 (South Paris)

Sushi, hibachi and Asian dishes are served at this casual eatery, plus it does takeout.

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Davinci's Eatery

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The rustic, brick Bates Mill is a cavernous setting for casual Italian & American dining & a bar.

150 Mill St

The rustic, brick Bates Mill is a cavernous setting for casual Italian & American dining & a bar.

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Casual restaurant for Vietnamese offerings such as pho and banh mi, plus Thai dishes.

699 Forest Ave (Portland)

Casual restaurant for Vietnamese offerings such as pho and banh mi, plus Thai dishes.

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Tipo Restaurant

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Bright neighborhood venue offering elevated Italian fare such as wood-fired pies & handmade pastas.

182 Ocean Ave (Portland)

Bright neighborhood venue offering elevated Italian fare such as wood-fired pies & handmade pastas.

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Luchador Tacos

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Casual Mexican spot offering make-your-own burritos, bowls, tacos, salads and churros.

945 Center St (Auburn)

Casual Mexican spot offering make-your-own burritos, bowls, tacos, salads and churros.

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Mexican handcrafts decorate this chain serving tacos, enchiladas, margaritas & other classics.

180 Center St (Auburn)

Mexican handcrafts decorate this chain serving tacos, enchiladas, margaritas & other classics.

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Pies, pastas, salads & oven-toasted subs at an enduring venue with a 2nd-story wraparound deck.

95 Lincoln St

Pies, pastas, salads & oven-toasted subs at an enduring venue with a 2nd-story wraparound deck.

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Mac's Grill

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Steaks, seafood & pasta served in a wood-paneled cabin with a down-home vibe.

1052 Minot Ave (Auburn)

Steaks, seafood & pasta served in a wood-paneled cabin with a down-home vibe.

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Casual, kid-friendly restaurant featuring pizza and Greek gyros, plus burgers, fries and more.

89 Ocean Ave (Portland)

Casual, kid-friendly restaurant featuring pizza and Greek gyros, plus burgers, fries and more.

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Casual, authentic-flavored, freshly prepared Mexican fare, including steak and enchiladas.

58 Stephen King Dr (Augusta)

Casual, authentic-flavored, freshly prepared Mexican fare, including steak and enchiladas.

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Laid-back pizzeria featuring thin-crust pies, BBQ platters and burgers.

476 Stevens Ave (Portland)

Laid-back pizzeria featuring thin-crust pies, BBQ platters and burgers.

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Casual restaurant serving pizza, pasta, salads, subs, and more for lunch and dinner.

757 Main St

Casual restaurant serving pizza, pasta, salads, subs, and more for lunch and dinner.

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Casual eatery, also featuring a seasonal menu and outdoor seating, serving creative fare.

868 Roosevelt Trail (Windham)

Casual eatery, also featuring a seasonal menu and outdoor seating, serving creative fare.

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Local institution for New England-style seafood, surf ’n’ turf & other traditional American plates.

1472 Lisbon St

Local institution for New England-style seafood, surf ’n’ turf & other traditional American plates.

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