Damariscotta River Grill Menu
If you're in the mood for delicious seafood and a cozy atmosphere, look no further than the Damariscotta River Grill Menu. Located in the heart of Damariscotta, ME, this spot offers a range of mouthwatering dishes, from fresh oysters and lobster rolls to hearty steaks and vegetarian options. Whether you're sitting down for a casual meal with friends or celebrating a special occasion, the menu here has something for everyone. Enjoy local flavors that highlight the best of Maine’s ingredients, all served up with a warm, welcoming vibe. It's the perfect place to savor a great meal, no matter the occasion.
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Lighter Fare / Good-To-Share (or Not!)
Crazy Calamari
Lightly breaded, deep fried, Thai confetti sauce
Latkes
Shredded potatoes, pan fried, topped with apple chutney & sour cream, Oy Vey
Potato Cakes with Smoked Salmon
Similar to our latkes but decked out with smoked salmon and chive sour cream
Char Sui Pork Burnt Ends
Smoked fatty pork ends, glazed with salty-sweet Chinese style BBQ sauce, scallions, crispy wontons. Gluten free without Wontons (Not celiac)
Shrimp Bruschetta
Wild caught petit shrimp, artichoke hearts, tomatoes, basil, garlic butter, grilled ciabatta. Gluten free with gluten free bread
Fish Tacos
Flour tortilla, fried fish, pico de gallo, cajun
Pemaquid Mussels
Garlic upon garlic, butter, shallots, wine and julienne of vegetables, ciabatta bread. Gluten free with gluten free bread
Mediterranean Plate
Hummus, tomato & cucumber salad, kalamata olives za'atar olive oil and house made Israeli flatbread
Lobster Cake Appetizer
Two lobster cakes on a bed of sweet corn sauce
Yellowfin Tuna*
Seared RARE, miso-ginger pea shoot salad, wasabi mayo and soy glaze
Pemaquid Oysters*
On the Half Shell; Mignonette, Cocktail and Jalapeno Relish
Salads
Nutty Greens
Morning Dew Farm greens, spiced nuts, dried cranberries, red onion, Great Hill Blue cheese; white balsamic mustard vinaigrette
Steak Salad*
River Grill rub hanger steak, Morning Dew Farm greens, carrot, radish, cukes and red onion, blue cheese dressing. Gluten Free (Not celiac)
Caesar Salad*
Romaine, creamy house Caesar, croutons
Arugula & Beet Salad
Arugula, Morning Dew Farm greens, pickled beets, crumbled goat cheese, cumin toasted almonds, red onion; red wine & honey vinaigrette
Salad Toppers
Grilled Chicken Breast
Grilled Salmon
Seared Yellowfin Tuna RARE*
River Grill Rub Grilled Hanger Steak
Soups
New England Clam Chowder
French Onion
Vegetarian, ciabatta crostini, swiss, parmesan. Gluten free without crostini
Mains
Grilled Hanger
Bourbon brown sugar glaze, fried onions, River Grill Mash and asparagus. Gluten free w/o Onions (Not Celiac)
Seared Salmon
Warm arugula, beet and pancetta salad, River grill mash
Seafood Fettuccini
Scallops, shrimp and crab tossed in parmesan cream over fresh fettuccini
Duck Confit Risotto
Crispy skinned confit duck leg, creamy risotto, roasted squash, dried cranberries, fontina cheese, pumpkin seeds
Scallop Escovitch
Lightly fried scallops topped with a spicy and tangy saute of vegetables, plantains and rice
Lobster Cakes
Tender lobster cakes, lightly herbed, crumbed and sautéed, with sweet corn sauce, rice pilaf and sauteed veg
Chicken & Spaetzle
House made tiny dumplings sauteed in a creamy mustard - dill sauce with mushrooms and pancetta, grilled asparagus
Grilled Beef Tenderloin
Rosemary rubbed, melted brie, roasted shallot red wine demi, River Grill mash and asparagus. Gluten free (not celiac)
Eggplant Parmesan
Fettuccini, red sauce, mozzarella
Steak & Cakes
Grilled beef tenderloin, juniper butter, a pair of lobster cakes on sweet corn sauce, River Grill mash and asparagus
Thai Seafood Stew
Coconut red curry broth loaded with fish, wild caught petit shrimp, scallops and mussels, with pad Thai noodles. Gluten free / Enjoy Vegan without the seafood
Braised Beef Shortrib
Served with its rich braising gravy, River Grill mash, picked onion/horseradish garnish and asparagus. Gluten free (not celiac)
Oven Baked Seafood Favorites
Baked Haddock
Baked with a dusting of seasoned crumbs, butter and white wine, served with tartar sauce
Broiled Seafood
Lightly crumbed haddock, salmon, scallops, petit shrimp; sautéed lobster cake on sweet corn sauce
Broiled Scallops
Tender scallops, topped with lightly herbed bread crumbs, baked with white wine and butter
Bar Favorites
Good Ole' Burger
Lettuce, tomato and onion. Enjoy Vegetarian as a Chipotle Bean Burger
Haddock Bun
Baked with a dusting of seasoned crumbs, homemade tartar sauce, (fried if you like)
Chicken Parmesan Bun
Crispy breaded chicken breast with roasted tomato mayo and fresh mozzarella on a bun with lettuce and tomato
Sides
Hootenanny Ciabatta & Bread Sticks
Flatbread
River Grill Mashed Potatoes
Sauteed Veg
Wines by the Glass
Prosecco | Brut
Pinot Grigio | Perlage, Italy
Sauvignon Blanc | New Zealand
Sancerre | Domaine Serge Laporte, France
Chardonnay | William Hill, North Coast, CA
Chardonnay | Chablis, FR
Pinot Noir | Hazel, Willamette
Merlot | J. Lohr, CA
Montepulciano | La Quercia, Abruzzo, IT
Malbec | Catena 'Vista Flores', Argentina
Cabernet | M. David Freaksow, Lodi CA
Red Blend | Colossal Reserva, Portugal
Draft Beer
Lager | Stella Artois 5.2%, Away
IPA | Orono Brewing 'Tubular' 7.2%, Orono
IPA | Maine Beer Co 'Lunch' 7.0%, Freeport
IPA | Boothbay Craft 'Thirsty Botanist' 7.0%
Scottish Ale | Sheepscot Brewing 5.0%, Whitefield
Stout | Guinness 4.2%, Away
Witbier | Allagash 'White' 5.2%, Portland
Cans & Bottles
Banded Brewing | Biddeford | Sour Ale | Charms & Hexes 5.2%
Dasche | Brunswick | Cranberry Hard Seltzer 6.3%
Freedom's Edge | Albion | Hard Cider | The Juice 6.2%
Bud Lite
Bud
Miller Lite
Sam Adams
Corona
Non-Alcohol
Run Wild IPA
Cider
Stormalong Red Skies
Ready to order? Kerbside pickup, delivery and dine-in are all available. 📞 +1 207-563-2992