Front & Main

4.6

529 Reviews

$31 to $50

Unspecified

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2 people

23 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 12 times today

Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails
Great for outdoor dining

Front & Main features creative, nourishing cuisine, sourced lovingly from our own farms, fields, bays and oceans.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Unspecified
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri 7:00 am–2:00 pm Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 8:00 am–2:00 pm
Phone number
(207) 660-0130
Website
https://www.frontandmainwaterville.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Jon Lara
Catering
Planning a private event? Contact us for information on catering and other ways we can make your special occasion memorable.
Private party facilities
Please contact us for more information on private events!

Location
9 Main Street, Waterville, ME 04901
Area
Waterville
Cross Street
Front & Main Streets
Parking details
Parking available on Main St, at the Concourse and at Head of Falls
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Popular dishes

SEASONAL SOUPUS$10.00
F/M CAESAR*US$14.00
iceberg / reggiano / lemon chips / slow-roasted tomato / castelvetrano olive / rosemary croutons
DEVILED EGGS (GF)US$12.00
chef's daily preparation
CRISPY CHICKEN WINGS (GF)US$15.00
maple sriracha / blue cheese / crisp veggies
STEET TACOS (3)US$15.00
chef's daily preparation
BURRATAUS$18.00
grilled bread / daily preparations
MAC & CHEESE (V)US$14.00
raclette / potato chip crust
RAW OYSTERS* (6) (GF)US$18.00
mignonette / cocktail
GRILLED KOREAN BBQ SHRIMPUS$18.00
citrus / cucumber / radish / roasted peanut / passion fruit vinaigrette

The Mains

THE BURGER*US$18.00
grass-fed beef / aged white cheddar / melted onions / dill pickle / lettuce & tomato / burger sauce / hand-cut fries
FALAFEL (v + gf)US$18.00
tomato coriander sauce / tahini / minted yogurt / cucumber salad
LAMB BOLOGNESE RIGATONIUS$36.00
whipped feta / reggiano / olives / mint
CRISPY FRIED CHICKEN (GF)US$28.00
bacon & scallion potato salad / maple bacon baked beans / pickles / maple honey mustard
STEAK FRITES* (GF)US$42.00
grilled n.y. striploin / french fries / shaved brussels slaw / miso-garlic butter
SEARED SALMON (GF)US$36.00
shrimp / mussels / monkfish / chorizo / tomato, fennel & saffron broth / grilled bread / aioli

On The Side

HAND-CUT FRIES (V+ / GF)US$7.00
ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS (GF)US$9.00

What 529 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Maine
Great for brunch
Maine
Hot spot
Maine
Lively
Central Maine
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Front & Main offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent service," a "diverse menu," and "beautifully presented" dishes. The ambiance is inviting and perfect for pre-show dinners at the nearby Opera House. While some find it a bit pricey, the "generous portions" and a unique selection of wines make it a must-visit.

529 Reviews

K
Kent
Greater Boston
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Steak was cooked to perfection Mac and cheese was amazing
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Elise
Seattle
29 reviews
vip
5.0
29 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Rating: ★★★★★ I recently had the pleasure of dining at Front & Main, and it was an outstanding experience from start to finish. The entire wait staff provided fantastic service, ensuring we felt welcomed and well taken care of throughout our meal. What truly impressed me was their commitment to accommodating food allergies. I have a nut allergy, and the staff took exceptional care to inform me of which dishes were safe. They even prepared my meal with extra precautions to avoid cross-contamination, making me feel completely at ease. In summary, Front & Main is a must-visit for anyone looking for fantastic food and impeccable service, especially for those with dietary restrictions. I can't wait to return!
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Judy
Maine
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 10 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We came to the Sunday Brunch close to closing time. Our drinks were really good and everyone enjoyed their food. We definitely would go there again!
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Joni
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 2 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
An overall wonderful experience! Innovative drink options, as well as the classics, very well prepared. Always an amazing choice for apps, main and dessert. Food was beautifully presented and delicious! Our waitress was THE best! Super organized, friendly and attentive without hovering! Seating is very comfortable in the main dining room. The bar looks sumptuous but I haven’t been in yet. Even the restrooms are lovely! Highly recommend Front & Main! Thank you for a great evening!
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Sally
Greater Boston
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 27 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were seated quickly and provided menus and water promptly. Our server was very good. Food was very good. We enjoyed our outing overall!
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Chris
Philadelphia
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 17 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another great meal, the ribeye was cooked to perfection. As a special treat the chef brought my son’s desert out, made him feel pretty special! We really appreciate Front and main and their amazing staff!
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Kit
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 14 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food, but on the pricy side for rank and file citizens of Waterville area. However, portions were generous, so dessert was shareable! Love the Bernard Langlais art on the walls.
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Kim
Seattle
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on 12 October 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very nice, friendly wait staff. My crispy chicken (and my companion's Mac and cheese) was delicious. The biscuit was dense and dry though, I was looking forward to a nice flaky biscuit. Overall a bit overpriced.
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Heidi
Las Vegas
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 5 October 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Creative dishes with local and seasonal ingredients in an intimate seating
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Asa
Maine
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 1 October 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Delicious food and to-go boxes are made from paper, not plastic. Way to go!
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FAQs

Front & Main offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (207) 660-0130.

Front & Main is rated 4.6 stars by 529 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

23 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 12 times today

Order delivery or takeout

9 Main Street, Waterville, ME 04901

Additional information

Cross Street
Front & Main Streets
Area
Waterville
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri 7:00 am–2:00 pm Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 8:00 am–2:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Unspecified
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Parking available on Main St, at the Concourse and at Head of Falls
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Jon Lara
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
https://www.frontandmainwaterville.com/
Phone number
(207) 660-0130
Catering
Planning a private event? Contact us for information on catering and other ways we can make your special occasion memorable.
Private party facilities
Please contact us for more information on private events!

Front & Main

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Popular dishes

BURRATA

Grilled Ribeye

MAC & CHEESE (V)

Menu

Starters/Shareables

SEASONAL SOUPUS$10.00

F/M CAESAR*US$14.00

DEVILED EGGS (GF)US$12.00

CRISPY CHICKEN WINGS (GF)US$15.00

STEET TACOS (3)US$15.00

BURRATAUS$18.00

MAC & CHEESE (V)US$14.00

RAW OYSTERS* (6) (GF)US$18.00

GRILLED KOREAN BBQ SHRIMPUS$18.00

The Mains

THE BURGER*US$18.00

FALAFEL (v + gf)US$18.00

LAMB BOLOGNESE RIGATONIUS$36.00

CRISPY FRIED CHICKEN (GF)US$28.00

STEAK FRITES* (GF)US$42.00

SEARED SALMON (GF)US$36.00

On The Side

HAND-CUT FRIES (V+ / GF)US$7.00

ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS (GF)US$9.00

What 529 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

Does Front & Main offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Front & Main restaurant rated?

Is Front & Main currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information