Damariscotta River Grill Menu
Lighter Fare / Good-To-Share (or Not!)
Crazy Calamari
Lightly breaded, deep fried, Thai confetti sauce
US$19.00
Latkes
Shredded potatoes, pan fried, topped with apple chutney & sour cream, Oy Vey
US$13.00
Potato Cakes with Smoked Salmon
Similar to our latkes but decked out with smoked salmon and chive sour cream
US$19.00
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)
US$16.00
Shrimp Bruschetta
Wild caught petit shrimp, artichoke hearts, tomatoes, basil, garlic butter, grilled ciabatta. Gluten free with gluten free bread
US$21.00
Fish Tacos
Flour tortilla, fried fish, pico de gallo, cajun
US$21.00
Pemaquid Mussels
Garlic upon garlic, butter, shallots, wine and julienne of vegetables, ciabatta bread. Gluten free with gluten free bread
US$19.00
Mediterranean Plate
Hummus, tomato & cucumber salad, kalamata olives za'atar olive oil and house made Israeli flatbread
US$18.00
Lobster Cake Appetizer
Two lobster cakes on a bed of sweet corn sauce
US$24.00
Yellowfin Tuna*
Seared RARE, miso-ginger pea shoot salad, wasabi mayo and soy glaze
US$19.00
Pemaquid Oysters*
On the Half Shell; Mignonette, Cocktail and Jalapeno Relish
US$20.00
Salads
Nutty Greens
Morning Dew Farm greens, spiced nuts, dried cranberries, red onion, Great Hill Blue cheese; white balsamic mustard vinaigrette
US$12.00
Steak Salad*
River Grill rub hanger steak, Morning Dew Farm greens, carrot, radish, cukes and red onion, blue cheese dressing. Gluten Free (Not celiac)
US$38.00
Caesar Salad*
Romaine, creamy house Caesar, croutons
US$15.00
Arugula & Beet Salad
Arugula, Morning Dew Farm greens, pickled beets, crumbled goat cheese, cumin toasted almonds, red onion; red wine & honey vinaigrette
US$12.00
Salad Toppers
Grilled Chicken Breast
US$13.00
Grilled Salmon
US$19.00
Seared Yellowfin Tuna RARE*
US$20.00
River Grill Rub Grilled Hanger Steak
US$26.00
Soups
New England Clam Chowder
US$10.00
French Onion
Vegetarian, ciabatta crostini, swiss, parmesan. Gluten free without crostini
US$15.00
Mains
Grilled Hanger
Bourbon brown sugar glaze, fried onions, River Grill Mash and asparagus. Gluten free w/o Onions (Not Celiac)
US$45.00
Seared Salmon
Warm arugula, beet and pancetta salad, River grill mash
US$32.00
Seafood Fettuccini
Scallops, shrimp and crab tossed in parmesan cream over fresh fettuccini
US$33.00
Duck Confit Risotto
Crispy skinned confit duck leg, creamy risotto, roasted squash, dried cranberries, fontina cheese, pumpkin seeds
US$33.00
Scallop Escovitch
Lightly fried scallops topped with a spicy and tangy saute of vegetables, plantains and rice
US$36.00
Lobster Cakes
Tender lobster cakes, lightly herbed, crumbed and sautéed, with sweet corn sauce, rice pilaf and sauteed veg
US$35.00
Chicken & Spaetzle
House made tiny dumplings sauteed in a creamy mustard - dill sauce with mushrooms and pancetta, grilled asparagus
US$28.00
Grilled Beef Tenderloin
Rosemary rubbed, melted brie, roasted shallot red wine demi, River Grill mash and asparagus. Gluten free (not celiac)
US$39.00
Eggplant Parmesan
Fettuccini, red sauce, mozzarella
US$26.00
Steak & Cakes
Grilled beef tenderloin, juniper butter, a pair of lobster cakes on sweet corn sauce, River Grill mash and asparagus
US$49.00
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
US$35.00
Braised Beef Shortrib
Served with its rich braising gravy, River Grill mash, picked onion/horseradish garnish and asparagus. Gluten free (not celiac)
US$37.00
Oven Baked Seafood Favorites
Baked Haddock
Baked with a dusting of seasoned crumbs, butter and white wine, served with tartar sauce
US$29.00
Broiled Seafood
Lightly crumbed haddock, salmon, scallops, petit shrimp; sautéed lobster cake on sweet corn sauce
US$43.00
Broiled Scallops
Tender scallops, topped with lightly herbed bread crumbs, baked with white wine and butter
US$37.00
Bar Favorites
Good Ole' Burger
Lettuce, tomato and onion. Enjoy Vegetarian as a Chipotle Bean Burger
US$21.00
Haddock Bun
Baked with a dusting of seasoned crumbs, homemade tartar sauce, (fried if you like)
US$24.00
Chicken Parmesan Bun
Crispy breaded chicken breast with roasted tomato mayo and fresh mozzarella on a bun with lettuce and tomato
US$24.00
Sides
Hootenanny Ciabatta & Bread Sticks
US$6.00
Flatbread
US$7.00
River Grill Mashed Potatoes
US$6.00
Sauteed Veg
US$5.00
Wines by the Glass
Prosecco | Brut
US$12.00
Pinot Grigio | Perlage, Italy
US$12.00
Sauvignon Blanc | New Zealand
US$14.00
Sancerre | Domaine Serge Laporte, France
US$17.00
Chardonnay | William Hill, North Coast, CA
US$14.00
Chardonnay | Chablis, FR
US$16.00
Pinot Noir | Hazel, Willamette
US$16.00
Merlot | J. Lohr, CA
US$14.00
Montepulciano | La Quercia, Abruzzo, IT
US$14.00
Malbec | Catena 'Vista Flores', Argentina
US$14.00
Cabernet | M. David Freaksow, Lodi CA
US$16.00
Red Blend | Colossal Reserva, Portugal
US$13.00
Draft Beer
Lager | Stella Artois 5.2%, Away
US$9.00
IPA | Orono Brewing 'Tubular' 7.2%, Orono
US$11.00
IPA | Maine Beer Co 'Lunch' 7.0%, Freeport
US$11.00
IPA | Boothbay Craft 'Thirsty Botanist' 7.0%
US$11.00
Scottish Ale | Sheepscot Brewing 5.0%, Whitefield
US$9.00
Stout | Guinness 4.2%, Away
US$9.00
Witbier | Allagash 'White' 5.2%, Portland
US$9.00
Cans & Bottles
Banded Brewing | Biddeford | Sour Ale | Charms & Hexes 5.2%
US$8.00
Dasche | Brunswick | Cranberry Hard Seltzer 6.3%
US$9.50
Freedom's Edge | Albion | Hard Cider | The Juice 6.2%
US$8.00
Bud Lite
US$5.50
Bud
US$5.50
Miller Lite
US$5.50
Sam Adams
US$7.00
Corona
US$5.50
Non-Alcohol
Run Wild IPA
US$5.50
Cider
Stormalong Red Skies
US$8.00
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.