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Frannys Bistro's menu was last updated on 11/15/2024.
Appetizers
Smoked Maine Shrimp Spring Rolls$14.00
Wild-caught baby shrimp with cabbage and scallions rolled in a light pastry and flash fried served with nuoc cham dressing
Lobster Fritters$19.00
Fresh maine lobster in fried pillow of batter. Served with corn relish and spicy remoulade
The Kraken$15.00
Crisp fried calamari with red onions, balsamic, and parmesan; gluten-free option
Shrimp Dumplings & Cucumber Salad$16.00
House-made gulf shrimp dumplings pan-crisped over cucumber noodle salad with a sweet-sour soy and sesame splash
Mussels For Jen$18.00
Local rope grown mussels steamed with chablis and grilled wild mushrooms finished with a creamy roast garlic puddle good for sharing
Duck Confit & Arugula$20.00
Tender, slow-cooked duck served crisp over a salad of arugula, blood orange roast pear with winter hill farm's bradbury bleu & spicy almonds
Franny's Crab Cakes$19.00
Local peekytoe crab over our nappa slaw with ginger mango dressing
Salads
Franny's Salad$17.00
Baby lettuce with poached barnyard egg, golden beets, bacon crispettes, roast shallot, feta, and grilled focaccia shards in an herb vinaigrette
The Caesar$16.00
Grilled romaine with a garlicky goat cheese aioli, grilled focaccia shards, and reggiano
Non Traditional Greens$10.00
Tender baby lettuce tossed in a light dressing wrapped in lavash with goat cheese
Mesclun Greens$7.00
A plate of fresh greens with house vinaigrette goat cheese and shards
Entrees
Steak Frites*$39.00
Wood-grilled bistro steak served along with grilled romaine, goat cheese aioli and garlicky fries
Roots 'N' Grits$26.00
Olive oil roasted root vegetables with fresh herbs over cheddar grits
Shrimp & Grits$29.00
Done the bayou way with tender jumbo shrimp and cajun andouille sausage in a slow-cooked sofrito based sauce over our cheddar grits
Portuguese Seafood and Linguine$38.00
Local blue mussels, diver scallops and gulf shrimp with spicy andouille sausage, sofrito and pomodoro broth tossed with linguine and finished with fresh herbs
Roast Poussin$28.00
Tender young chicken seared on the grill oven-finished over roasted roots and paneed yukon golds with a garlic-herb drizzle
Scallop and Mussels*$38.00
Pan-seared local sea scallops and rope grown mussels with creamed corn and bacon over cheddar grits
Ribs & Slaw$29.00
Pork back ribs marinated with ginger & molasses, slow cooked and finished with a hoisin glaze. With nappa slaw, sesame and cilantro sprinkle
Shrimp Linguine$32.00
Jumbo shrimp sauteed with marinated artichoke hearts, olives, fresh & sun-dried tomatoes, capers, wild mushrooms, lemon, and garlic. Tossed with linguine fini, feta crumble
Vegetarian Option$29.00
Sides
Frites$9.00
Our garlicky fries on their own-addicting!
Grits$9.00
Buttery good and loaded with sharp cheddar
Roasted Roots$10.00
Roasted root vegetables in olive oil, buttery splash
Paneed Yukons$10.00
Smashed yukon golds pan-seared in butter til crisp
Nappa Slaw$9.00
Light nappa cabbage with nuoc cham, scallions and sweet peppers
What 1,658 people are saying
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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
4.8Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value
Noise • Moderate
Loved For
Maine
Best Value
Maine
Healthy
Maine
Neighborhood gem
Maine
Great for outdoor dining
Maine
Good for special occasions
Maine
American
Northern Coast
Most Booked
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Franny's Bistro in Camden is a beloved dining spot known for "outstanding" food, "attentive" service, and a "cozy" atmosphere. Diners rave about the creative menu, featuring dishes like mussels, shrimp dumplings, and perfectly cooked seafood. The welcoming staff, including owner interactions, adds a "special" touch to the dining experience.
1,658 Reviews
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Diane VIP
Greater Boston3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Always an excellent meal with outstanding service Jen makes you feel welcome the minute you walk in the door The food is always delicious and presentations are exceptional It is one of our local favorites
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Jane VIP
Greater Boston4 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
It’s our favorite place to eat when in Camden! Jen does an amazing job!!
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STEVE VIP
Maine23 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
We loved our waiter, Francisco! Great meal. The chef, Jack Neal, prepares the best steak dish and pairs it perfectly with the grilled Caesar.
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Deece
Greater Boston3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 14, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Our dinner at Franny’s was outstanding as always. The food and drinks were delicious, the service attentive and the atmosphere cozy. It’s my favorite neighborhood restaurant. Great playlist sets a nice vibe too.
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Jim
Greater Boston9 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 4, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
When I made the reservation, I noted that my wife is hearing disabled and, therefore, we would appreciate being seated at a table in a quiet part of the restaurant. As soon as we walked in and identified ourselves, the hostess -- who we later learned was the owner of the restaurant -- recalled our note and offered us the quietest table she had. When I told her that I write the same note on every reservation I make, but never before had we been offered a quiet table (suggesting to me that restaurant operators do not read the notes), she said she spends time every day reading ALL the notes they receive on reservation requests. Next time we're in Camden, Franny's is definitely, absolutely where we will be eating!!
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Tom VIP
Greater Boston166 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 3, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Altho we were just here not three weeks ago, Franny’s ever gets tiresome. And last night I had the duck confit arugula salad for the first time and it’s very good! The confit is not dry, and the pears work well in the salad. And I had her crab cakes appe for dinner because they’re that good ,too! Busy at 7 last night but the service was very good, she was attentive and helpful without being annoying. A good night.
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Karen VIP
Maine4 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 2, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Franny's Bistro is our favorite restaurant in the Midcoast region. The food is always superb, and the staff are friendly and professional.
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Tim
Raleigh1 review
5.0
Dined on March 29, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
I always love eating at Franny’s. Food, service, atmosphere are lovely. Great selection of wines by the glass Fun, cozy, in the winter, place.
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Jacqueline
Greater Boston24 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 28, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Amazing. Owner came by for extra touch of hospitality. Alex our waitress attentive yet unobtrusive. Loved the vibe
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Nancy
Greater Boston4 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 28, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Always a great experience @Franny’s: excellent service & a wonderful meal: this time the arctic char w/asparagus special & don’t forget dessert! That was yummy, warm gingerbread w/a side of ice cream.
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FAQs
Frannys Bistro is rated 4.8 stars by 1658 OpenTable diners.
Frannys Bistro does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.
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