Frannys Bistro

“We honestly didn’t expect to be this impressed! We managed to snag a last-minute reservation and felt lucky just to get a table but the entire experience ended up exceeding our expectations. One of the standout surprises was their incredible selection of non-alcoholic wines and cocktails. They even had a nonalcoholic tequila, which I absolutely loved and rarely find done this well. We started with the shrimp dumplings, which were a fantastic way to kick off the evening fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. For mains, we ordered the Portuguese seafood pasta and the steak frites. The seafood pasta was especially memorable, beautifully seasoned and packed with flavor in every bite. The steak frites were equally satisfying and cooked just right. From start to finish, everything felt thoughtful and well executed. We’d absolutely come back the next time we’re in town!”

“Franny’s Bistro is the perfect elevated spot for a special occasion or just-because, whether a date night or getting together with friends or loved ones. It’s extremely cozy, especially on a winter evening, with moody amber lighting, but not too stuffy. I’m sure their outdoor seating is charming as well when there isn’t snow on the ground. The dishes on offer are a wide array that nod to both the seafaring roots of coastal Maine, as well as bistro dishes like roasted chicken or steak frites, and even with some New Orleans influence here and there. There’s something for everyone. The whole team is super welcoming. Our server was Pedja and he was very attentive. We had some nice chats with some of the other folks who sat us and ran out our drinks and food. My partner had the roast chicken and it was perfect. Tender, not dry, a garlic-herb drizzle that was great for dunking the focaccia, and great potatoes and broccoli rabe. My scallops & mussels dish was tasty not only because the fish was perfectly done, but because it was all paired with the genius combination of creamed corn and bacon over cheddar grits. WOW. We felt very welcomed and had a great time. Thank you.”

“Delicious, cozy, elevated (but not stuffy)& creative restaurant. We had a wonderful experience. Everything was top notch from the food, the timing, the service and the atmosphere. Highly recommend.”

“We chose to dine in the sweet outdoor setting. Our party of 4 enjoyed many dishes including starters to desserts. We were encouraged to eat leisurely, enjoying cocktails, fine wines, and gourmet food. Service was very attentive and the staff worked together as a team. Even one of the owners stopped by our table Our meal was one of the highlights of our vacation. Highly recommended to go early and enjoy the evening.”

“Was looking forward to a French bistro dinner and was fairly disappointed. The interior was dark and a bit cramped with the tables placed quite close together. The cocktails were just okay but not worth $16. The menu noted some items as gluten free but it wasn't clear if other items that seemed to be gluten free were or not, which was limiting . We had the swordfish special which was a bit dry, slightly overcooked. And the coconut rice was too sweet and perhaps had coconut cream in it. The scallops and mussels over grits was tasty but the scallops were barely seared and a bit underdone on the inside. We also started with the calamari which was surprisingly gluten free, light, crispy and tasty. Overall, the meal was a mixed bag and a let down.”