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Front & Main, Waterville, ME

Front & Main

4.6
4.6
535 Reviews
$31 to $50
Unspecified

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Hot spot
  • Great for brunch
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
  • 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!
  • Neighborhood
    Waterville
  • Cross street
    Front & Main Streets
  • Parking details
    Parking available on Main St, at the Concourse and at Head of Falls
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 535 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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Maine

    Great for brunch

  • Central Maine

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Front & Main offers an exceptional dining experience with "excellent food and service," making it a standout in Waterville. Guests praise its "friendly, professional staff" and diverse menu, including gluten-free options. Ideal for dinner before a show at the Opera House, it's a must-visit for food lovers seeking quality and creativity.

535 Reviews
  1. Paul

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    23 reviews

    4.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Very good. Service just a bit slow but they were busy. Food excellent with steak cooked exactly as requested.

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  2. Eileen

    Phoenix

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    We were sat at a small table that was way too close to other guests who spoke loudly. It took the server almost 10 minutes to come to the table. When she arrived, she asked what brought us to the restaurant, we told her we were going to the show. We had an hour and 45 minutes before the show started so we should have had plenty of time. We ordered a bottle of wine, and it took her another 6 to 7 minutes to come back and tell us they were out of that wine. They only offer 2 Cabernets by the bottle. When we finally got our food, my salmon was too salty to eat. My husband ordered Steak Frits. His steak was salty, and the fries were so oily they were limp. We were still hungry, so we ordered dessert and the check. It took over 10 minutes for dessert to arrive. The Chocolate Torte was so hard it was difficult to cut with a spoon. We didn't get the bill with dessert, so we asked a passing server for our bill. We finally got up and met the server at the kitchen server station to get the bill.

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  3. Neil

    New York City

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fab experience, all around: ambiance, service, apps, entrees, desserts, drinks. Perfect.

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  4. Steph

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I love this restaurant, but the last few visits there’s been a problem with the food temperature. I had short ribs and my short ribs were impeccable. The temperature was perfect, but all the other pieces with it ….the purée,the carrots and the potatoes were all cool. They were not anywhere near warm enough so they’ve got to figure that out…. maybe warming up the plates? On my last visit my soup was cool and I should’ve sent it back, but of course the dishes are so beautifully plated and the soup had decorations on top, but I’m not the only one that has had a problem with temperature. I was at lunch with a friend and she had the same problem with her soup so the cook must get a plan. I can’t be the only one that’s having problems with the food temperature. 

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  5. Violet

    Maine

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is always delicious and the service is great! It’s always a win to eat here.

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  6. MeganG

    New York City

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food, service, drinks and dessert were great.

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  7. Kent

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    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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  8. Elise

    VIP

    Seattle

    29 reviews

    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 2024

    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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  9. Judy

    Maine

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 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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  10. Joni

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 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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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 535 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Front & Main

9 Main Street, Waterville, ME 04901

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Front & Main Streets
  • Neighborhood
    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
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • 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!
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