Dining Down East

The Castine Inn

Now more than ever, the Castine Inn has become a destination for people who appreciate fine food. Location: Castine

Ever Been to a Public Supper?

Some of the best public suppers in the state. Location: OrlandBlue Hill

Freedom Cafe, Waterville

An African-American couple serves traditional Southern comfort food , plus Creole, Cajun and Caribbean style dishes, along with made-from-scratch desserts. Location: Waterville

The Harraseeket Inn, Freeport

A landmark hotel up the street from L.L. Bean does a lavish Sunday brunch. Image subjects: dining room of Harraseeket Inn Location: Freeport

The Black Point Inn

Open year-around now, this Prouts Neck landmark offers meals to remember. Image subjects: inside the Black Point Inn dining room Location: Prouts Neck

Grissini, Kennebunk

For a taste of memorable Tuscan cuisine, head for the heart of the Kennebunks. Image subjects: Grissini restaurant Location: Kennebunk

Pepperclub, Portland

Neither it's nondescript facade nor its vegetarian reputation hints at the exciting and excellent fare. Image subjects: Eddie Fitzpatrick and Mary Ledue Paine in Pepperclub restaurant Location: Portland

Street Smarts

How is it that four of Portland's top eating spots were started by Dana Street? Image subjects: Dana Street inside the Fore Street restaurant Location: Portland

Jonathan's, Blue Hill

Jonathan's chef Richard Hanson turned to antique cookbooks to develop a menu of old traditional New England dishes. Image subjects: Chef Richard Hanson at Johathan's Location: Blue Hill

Bibo's Madd Apple Café, Portland

A gifted chef has cornered the Forest City's pre-theater crowd. Image subjects: Bill Boutwell and Andrea Raymond inside Bibo's Madd Apple Café Location: Portland

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