Maine
Have You Checked Out These 5 New Maine Restaurants That Opened in January?
Ready for some new bites for the new year?
January 2026 saw a handful of restaurants open their doors for the first time, marking a positive light of deliciousness in the darkness that is the biting cold winters of Maine.
Nothing a little food and drink can’t fix, right?
Maine Restaurants That Opened in January 2026
Several of the debut Maine restaurants in January have taken over the locations of former eateries.
In Brunswick, Baked on Maine has moved into the former Great Impasta location, which relocated right on down the road and opened at 11 Pleasant Street in March 2025.
That left 42 Maine Street wide open, and now, this new spot has moved in, serving fresh bakery items and tasty breakfast and lunch options.
Over in Westbrook, Bombay Bistro took over the former Frog & Turtle location at 3 Vallee Square.
After nearly 20 years, the well-known gastropub would close its doors and the location would remain empty for almost a year.
Now, the Indian restaurant Bombay Bistro has opened with a splash of green and is delivering authentic, flavorful cuisine.
Let’s take a look at some of the places that opened in the first month of 2026.
5 Maine Restaurants That Opened in January 2026
Gallery Credit: Sean McKenna
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Have you had a chance to check any of these places out? Any you really want to try?
It’s fantastic to see new restaurant options and places locals can support. Bet there’s going to be a lot of satisfied stomachs coming up, and hopefully for many more years to come.
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Gallery Credit: Sean McKenna
A meal that would normally cost more than $30 is available for less than $12 at Governor’s Restaurants on Wednesday.
Governor’s is celebrating its 67th anniversary by offering its lobster roll for $11.67.
The annual promotion, known as Lobster Roll Day, begins when restaurants open at 8 a.m. and continues until supplies run out.
Governor’s operates six locations across Maine in Old Town, Bangor, Ellsworth, Waterville, Lewiston and Presque Isle.
Customers should be aware that several locations are offering cash-only drive-thru service for the event.
Join Girl Scouts of Maine for a sweet summer stop you won’t want to miss!
We’re popping up at local ice cream shops around Maine for our Ice Cream Socials—fun, casual events where families can enjoy a free treat and learn more about Girl Scouts.
Here’s what to expect:
🍦 One FREE kid-sized cone per family when you stop by and connect with us
🌱 Hands-on activity for kids (like a planting activity or fidget spinner craft)
💬 A chance to chat with our team and learn how Girl Scouts builds confidence, friendships, and unforgettable experiences
Whether you’re curious about joining, looking for activities for your child, or just want to enjoy a sweet treat, we’d love to meet you!
✨ Open to all families—no registration required. Just stop by, say hello, and enjoy some ice cream with us.
The Saco Scoop
05:30 PM – 07:30 PM on Tue, 14 Jul 2026
The recent rain in Maine is easing the drought that parts of the state have been experiencing since the fall.
Scott Dean, a Spectrum meteorologist, said much of Maine has been at least “dry” for several months. Parts of the state, including Portland, Bangor and Bar Harbor, are under a “moderate” drought.
Much of the country is also experiencing a drought, Dean added. The Southeast is seeing extreme levels of drought, and the West coast has been under a drought for years. There are many factors that go into this, including climate change, weather patterns like El Niño and La Niña and other factors.
And, when an area does experience drought, it can become a feedback loop. With less moisture in the ground and atmosphere, the drought can “feed upon itself,” Dean said.
“It takes a while to get into a drought and it also takes a while to get out of one,” Dean said.
But, the rainy days in Maine have been alleviating the drought, Dean said. And, the trend is likely to continue — the forecast is predicting above average levels of precipitation for the next three to four weeks.
“Hopefully, we are continuing to head in the right direction as the drought has eased in these areas,” Dean said.
In fact, if these rains do continue, Maine could come out of the drought sometime this summer.
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