Gather

I really like the atmosphere and our server was very kind and patient. I had big expectations for the food and I’ll say that I think it was going to be better. The crab dip was absolutely delicious, but the fish over the beans lacked a bit of flavor complexity. While I appreciate simple dishes, I usually prefer ones with a more intricate flavor profile. If you’re a fan of basic flavors, this dish might be a good fit for you. My partner had the steak and also didn’t blow my mind. I’m not saying the food wasn’t good; it was pretty good. However, I had a fantastic meal at Sir Li, their sister restaurant, and I had set high expectations for this one. I’d still come back and try some of their other dishes on the menu. Maybe I’ll still be amazed.

Gather is a wonderful dining experience in the heart of Yarmouth. Hannah was very polite and welcoming and answered any questions our party had. Although very warm inside the atmosphere and the way the building was transformed into a restaurant is fascinating. The Orecchiette was creamy and the Brussels sprouts added a nice texture to the dish, along with the apple bits and bacon. Highly recommend Gather for a date night or family affair!

We had our post-wedding ceremony dinner here and it was absolutely perfect. The Owner, Krista, was amazing to work with! Super helpful, responsive, and flexible throughout the planning process and ensured that all of our requests were accommodated. The service was excellent, the food was incredible, and all of our guests were raving about it. The servers were friendly, attentive, and made everyone feel welcome. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and are truly grateful for Krista and her staff who helped to make our day so memorable. Highly recommend!! 10/10

Our recent dinner at Gather was a 5/5 experience — we’re already planning our next visit. From the moment we parked and saw the beautiful building housing the restaurant, we knew it was going to be a special spot. We dined on a Saturday with reservations. While the restaurant wasn’t packed, there was a steady crowd so I’d definitely recommend booking ahead, especially during tourist season. The space is large and open, with rustic decor that felt cozy and romantic. The service was outstanding. Our waitress walked us through the menu, helped us pick out mocktails (#becauseDryJanuary), and checked in regularly without ever making us feel rushed, even though we were the last ones dining. The food was incredible. Most of the menu featured locally sourced ingredients, which we loved. We started with the mussels in vermouth sauce and the Maine crab dip, which was hands-down the best we’ve ever had. The Smash Burger was delicious, and the short rib was unbelievably rich in the best way. We wrapped up with a perfect crème brûlée. Oh, and those mocktails? So good, I almost forgot they were alcohol-free. We can’t wait to go back!

Went for dinner on a Friday and everything was amazing! Parents are still talking about the food. Our favorites were the crab dip and summer salad with the watermelon. Everything was delicious. Also loved that they have parking

I love the atmosphere here! We had dinner on a weeknight and were seated quickly by a very attentive and friendly waiter. The food is delicious and they have a good drink selection.

We went to the restaurant gather for Maine restaurant week. We had a lovely time we went in the evening and the atmosphere was beautiful. The lighting is gorgeous. The staff was wonderful and the food was good. I had a pasta dish that was on the special menu, it was good, not great, but I would highly recommend this restaurant.

Love their outdoor seating area… this restaurant is worth driving from Portland every once in a while..this time the Gulf of Maine salmon was amazing, and so was the rum pear cheesecake. Get them if it’s on the menu when you’re there next.

Our recent dinner at Gather was a 5/5 experience -- we're already planning our next visit. From the moment we parked and saw the beautiful building housing the restaurant, we knew it was going to be a special spot. We dined on a Saturday with reservations. While the restaurant wasn't packed, there was a steady crowd so I'd definitely recommend booking ahead, especially during tourist season. The space is large and open, with rustic decor that felt cozy and romantic. The service was outstanding. Our waitress walked us through the menu, helped us pick out mocktails (#becauseDryJanuary), and checked in regularly without ever making us feel rushed, even though we were the last ones dining. The food was incredible. Most of the menu featured locally sourced ingredients, which we loved. We started with the mussels in vermouth sauce and the Maine crab dip, which was hands-down the best we've ever had. The Smash Burger was delicious, and the short rib was unbelievably rich in the best way. We wrapped up with a perfect crème brûlée. Oh, and those mocktails? So good, I almost forgot they were alcohol-free. We can't wait to go back!

Went here for restaurant week, and it was the first time trying the restaurant. First off it's the building is super cool, it looks like an old meeting building. They have a large bar, open seating and kitchen concept. Our waitress was lovely. We for a bottle of wine (decently priced) and then our 3 courses for restaurant week. The chowder was fantastic, braised pork was fantastic and crème burlee. I will be back to try some more dishes!

Had a great meal at Gather! They use fresh, local ingredients, and the menu is very gluten-free friendly. I had the sweet corn curry with bison, which was delicious, and the marinated ribeye was also excellent. The tables are a bit close together, and it's not overly fancy, but the food was great and reasonably priced overall. Would for sure come back.

Gather is built into a former Masonic Lodge. They have used the open space in such a way that even though it's very open, it feels very cozy. The decor is kind of rustic which is both casual and elegant and is perfect for their farm to table menu. The staff was very cheerful and friendly. Quick to offer suggestions but didn't hover too much. The food was fantastic! We started with the truffle fries which were a big hot for the four of us. Crispy and delicious. My Smash burger was perfectly cooked and not at all pretentious. Two orders of orichiette pasta came out and were resoundingly complimented. The roasted squash dish was a fall winner, too. Great selection of cocktails, beers, and cocktails, too. What an amazing spot!!!

Wow this good was amazing, service was perfect place is very comfortable with lots of great seating options. We got the crispy eggplant which has some Asian seasoning and was absolutely phenomenal. The person I was with said it was the best eggplant they had ever had. The chicken was a larger portion beatiful presented as was everything, it was also delicious. But my absolute favorite was the Atlantic Cod it was in a wonderful sauce with Swiss card and parsnips. The rutabaga in coconut curry was like nothing I had ever had before and was excellent. Over all it was a wonderful meal. Presentation beautiful.

Great atmosphere, friendly servers, and amazing food! We can't wait to go back! The maple crème brûlée is not to be missed!

The building is alluring and the design for Maine is far cooler than most things I saw. The food is incredible. Our party of 6 ordered one of every entree! We started with the crab dip.. which was decadent and divine. The salad was also delicious with a grilled Smokey kale in it and watermelon and feta and cornbread croutons. All the cocktails were creative and good size and price. The entrees offered something for everyone from the most finicky young adult to a vegan. The steak frites were great, the truffle fries amazing the carrot dish and explosion of flavor ! The short rib tacos with grilled pineapple salsa I will try to recreate.. the wild mushroom pasta to die for. Incredible experience. Every dish!

A second star for ambience. Got there for 8:15 pm for a special birthday dinner & special gathering. We were the last & only party but the lights were so low, no one could read their menus. The worst was that the food was hyper salty. Orchiette also has poorly rehydrated peas. Like firm pebbles. Birthday girl's meal of carrots & feta was tiny @$27 & so salty she was eating slowly. Wait staff came & took her plate without asking. Salad drowned in dressing. Truffle fries were so salty we all ate some bc we were hungry & love truffle oil. Most were left uneaten. Wait staff couldn't wait to get us out so kept taking plates without asking if we were finished. That really pissed me off. Pro: crispy eggplant was delicious. Short rib (1) was reported to be good. Desserts were good. Wait staff overall pleasant. Ambience is simple & good. If they had issues with parties coming in after 8, they shouldn't allow those time spots! Do not recommend, sadly. At all. Even cocktails were just 'ok'

Our family came here for brunch on Easter Sunday, however you would not know it was Easter at the restaurant as it was not once acknowledged throughout our entire visit nor was there a special on the menu for Easter Brunch. We were sat immediately by a friendly hostess but it took a bit for our waitress to come by and this set the stage for the entire meal. We ordered two bloody Mary's that were very good and our daughter ordered the spiked cold brew. It was a little strong for her liking, however we were able to get some cold brew to add and it was much better. When it came to ordering, I am gluten free and was told there is no gluten free toast other than a hb bun therefore my only choice on the menu was the Huevos rancheros. Quite a bit of time went by and the waitress returns to tell me they only have flour tortillas do not an option. In the end I had eggs Benedict on a GF hb bun. This is a restaurant that sells themselves as a farm to table type place, have some gf bread. It's pretty common now. Once we had our food we were never asked if wanted more coffee , had to wave down someone after our meal was finished. In the end our waitress was not going to offer dessert I had to ask what the options were. I really wanted to like this place. The decor with the plants when you walk in is really nice. These are all things they can improve.

In town only a few nights and this place appeared to have a succinct but diverse enough menu to make for an enjoyable dinner. First, don't order the steak...t says NY Strip, but I found it questionable...with the dish hitting our table in just about 10 minutes. That should have been the first red flag. Second, was the preparation, "sliced" by someone other than the customer. Third, was the high grissle and facial content. Last was the gravy, while not bad, appeared to be a mask for the steaks lack of quality. Being so hungry, I muscled through it, but honestly hated doing so in the end. I decided to ask our waitress, how it was the steak was prepared so quickly? Her response, " ok I think they just have some ready for orders". Well, there you have it. A proprietor and chef who obviously take so little pride in their dishes, they can't serve a quality NY Strip...if it really was one - avoid...or at least question them up front. So disappointing.

Was a nice evening. Went for restaurant week and we were so glad to get to try it. Can be on pricier side when not restaurant week. The kitchen is open and on an old stage. Very cool atmosphere ! It's worth a splurge! Drinks were fabulous-real mixology involved.

Oh my. This was a very unpleasant dining experience. First off, the food was not good. We ordered a spring salad and mussels to start. The salad was way overdressed with a very unappealing dressing. The whole dish tasted like dirt, and not in a fresh vegetable kind of way. My wife couldn't eat it, but I choked it down. The mussels were fine, but the broth was not particularly flavorful. For my entree, I had the steak. Probably one of the worse steaks I have had in my life, which is pretty disappointing for $36. It was very fatty, again, not in a good way but in a fat gristle kind of way. My wife had a pasta dish that she barely touched and just had a weird flavor. My wife had gastrointestinal issues that night. Unclear what from, but I assume the pasta since it is the only thing that I didn't also eat. The service was not rude, but not particularly friendly. We also were the first people in the restaurant at 4:30 pm (with a reservation) and we were given what I would consider the worst table in the house. Other couples that arrived after us got big nice booths. Our table had sun streaming directly onto it and in my wife's eyes. I got up on my tip toes to slowly bring the shade down and nobody offered to come over the help. I could have asked, but I shouldn't have to. The check was as you would expect. Incredibly overpriced for what is being served. Not sure why I am giving 2 stars instead of 1, but I guess because the ambience and physical space were nice. Overall, I highly recommend that you avoid this overpriced and mediocre restaurant.

So, I really hate writing this review - I so wanted to love Gather, especially since I loved Sur Lie. But... Gather, not so much. A couple of things jump to mind. First, the website, maybe it was the way we read it, but we thought that there were other options than brunch, at the the time we went, but no. Second, the cocktails - Bloody Mary was small and weak. I ordered a Mimosa, but then had to ask for it again twice - I think I know why, and that's the third reason. There was a bluegrass band playing, loudly, in a very small space and right behind our table. We were there meeting friends we haven't seen in a while and as I said to the server "this isn't going to work" but evidently that wasn't heard. I also usually like to address these kind of issues while in the restaurant and with the server or host, but, we weren't asked. And, frankly, it was kinda like we were not that important. Food - well, the smash burger and fries that our friend had was good, as were the home fries and Benedict. I had the French toast and it was ok, although not hot. Wayne had a Croque Monsieur which was ok, he called it "underwhelming". Positives - their reservation system was great - we had originally asked for the patio, but called when the rain continued. The system made it easy to update - but I wish the website had mentioned the music!

My wife and I celebrated our anniversary here this past weekend and were very pleased. We have had a number of friends and coworkers recommend that we try it and finally got around to going. First off, I must commend them for an excellent plan to handle the coronavirus restrictions. Reservations were required as well as texting/calling upon arrival. Face masks were required and tables properly separated. The touch less bill payment option was very cool as well The food was very good. My wife and daughter spilt a beet salad which they enjoyed, especially the goat cheese which was very strong but delicious. I had the crab fritters which were a bit mushy but very flavorful. For entrees, my wife had the summer steak which was perfectly cooked. I had the flounder with lemon, capers and brown butter which was very good. My daughter ordered a gluten free pizza which was surprisingly excellent for GF. The service was super friendly but a bit slow and distant at times. I am willing to overlook it due to the fact that our waitress seemed to be covering a lot of tables and dealing with the difficulties of extensive outdoor seating due to the pandemic. We will definitely be back.... especially since the brunch menu looks fantastic!!

A couples dinner on a Friday night (reservation made well ahead). The new owner/chef has improved the menu and while not extensive it has a good range. We started with the special app of the day - Tostadas which were great. Three of 4 ordered the same entree - Pork Ragu. They didn't look very large but were very heavy and filling. Could have come out a little warmer too. With drinks and sharing desserts we still managed to top out over $300 for the meal.

What a delightful. Inventive, & friendly dining experience! My husband are I were visiting & needed a light dinner w/ cocktails. We happened upon Gather..we were kindly seated, having no reservation. I must say, the food was exemplary. We ordered the Summer salad & Mussels with our cocktails. Absolutely one of the best mussels sauces we've had, and my husband enjoyed the salad which was fresh, colorful (watermelon) and tasty with cornbread croutons. The staff were attentive & friendly, with our server twice sharing tidbits about the building (a former Masonic Lodge) & restaurant history. The piece de la resistance however, was dessert: an absolutely divine, life-changing blackberry and ginger cheesecake from a local Maker that I'm still raving about. Flavor perfection; light, airy...so, so good. An absolutely lovely evening & we hope we have occasion to return someday! In the meantime...we recommend HIGHLY.

I was fortunate enough to experience Gather with a special event for Dinnermates, so we had the entire restaurant to ourselves. And gather indeed we did--for one delectable meal. First up: a kale salad. I'm normally ambivalent about kale (I don't hate it, but always feel like I'm supposed to like it more than I do), but this was truly one of the best salads I've ever had. Whatever they did to the kale made it just soft enough yet still crisp enough, and it was mixed with shaved Brussels sprouts and thin slivers of apple and a Dijon dressing with some rosemary mixed in. The woman sitting next to me and I were joking that if they brought us a vat of it, we'd just keep going. A pork ragù was our second course, a meat-lover's heaven that included sausage and chorizo that was clearly simmered down for hours, daubed with house-made ricotta. This was a prix fixe meal, but I should note that they accommodated vegetarians and vegans too; I was seated near someone who went with the vegan option, and they adjusted her salad dressing and provided a baked squash entree that looked great. And our dessert of chocolate cake with strawberries and cream turned out to be gluten-free and vegan (coconut cream), and it was wonderful! High praise to the chef and staff as well, all of whom were terrific and knowledgeable about what they were serving. This is an interesting space--a former grange hall, with the open kitchen situated on what the stage would have been--and I'm keen to come back on my own to experience the regular menu and vibe.

Nice setting, attentive service, well prepared food! My only quibble is that there might not be enough diversity on the menu, and, if you're not from there (which we aren't), we weren't sure where the door to the venue was. Otherwise, very cute restaurant with righteous food. Did not love the over-proofed cocktail, but I should have known better.

The food here was beyond belief! The flavors were divine, the food was incredibly fresh, and the menu is environmentally and ethically produced and discarded (for composting). I loved that their menu told about farms where they source their food. You know you are getting fresh, free range options. If you have Emma as your server, you will be very lucky. She knows the area very well and can provide area recommendations for visitors. Her service was great!

I was there with a date. He ordered salmon which he enjoyed. I ordered the chicken pot pie. I was imagining the classic shape of an actual small pie and was looking forward to all that crust! It was a cold and snowy evening- perfect evening for cozy chicken pot pie. What arrived was an elegant dish of pot pie contents. Very flavorful and good. The crust was just one piece or slice of crust which lay across one side of the shallow bowl. It was very good. A very different take on the classic- maybe I did not read the description very well but I was somewhat disappointed. And I felt that at $30 it was pricey. In addition, I sat on the bench while my friend sat on a chair. The bench was cold and hard, so not at all hospitable. My butt got cold sitting there. If Gather does not want you to stay long, that is one good way to get you to leave soon. I think cushions would be a smart addition. Jessica was our server and she was very efficient and pleasant.

I really want to like Gather. The ambience is stunning and the food is beautiful. It's just so overpriced. We didn't get the breakfast sandwich, but it's $19? For reference, a breakfast sandwich at legendary Balthazar in New York City is only five dollars more. And this is Yarmouth, not SoHo. We did get the mushroom toast with an egg on top, huevos rancheros, and the parfait. Everything is styled beautifully. The mushroom toast had nice flavor but the bread didn't seem toasted and the dish was served cold (but with a quickly cooling egg in between chilled ingredients) -- not the comforting dish one wants at brunch. The huevos rancheros again had nice enough flavor but was not particularly unique or remarkable and was a small portion for a dish that is usually generously sized. The parfait had a panna cotta base and was quite sweet -- tasty overall but not a brunch portion or reasonable price for the amount served, this would fit better on the dessert menu. Our party was hungry after we left and stopped at Rosemont down the street to fill up on pastries. The shining star at our meal was the Switchel & Soda, a ginger, maple, and vinegar sparkling drink that was delicious and served in a charming mason jar with caramelized citrus. Service was lukewarm. I would come back to Gather to sample more drinks (cocktails in the past have been excellent) but won't be coming back for brunch any time soon.

Great place...superb appetizers...get the Barata (we ordered 2) and Truffle Fries. Nice vibe, free first round and excellent Buffalo Trace Old Fashioned.

I really, really wanted this to be better. I've been 3 times now over a course of two years. After seeing a friend's post that looked delicious, I decided to try it again in April. It was disappointing. I like the ambiance. Service was okay. Drink was not as good as I had hoped with less booze than I prefer and less tasty for the cost. I went for the burger which was not nearly as yummy as I had hoped as I loved everything that was on it. It was messy and I couldn't hold it so I ate it with girl and knife. My husband had special tacos appetizer and a salad. They were okay. Maybe we ordered wrong?

I have walked and driven by this cute building in this wonderful town for years. Not sure why I didn't try it before this year (2019). I went this summer because it's a vegan friend was visiting from out of town. We were looking for a place close by to goat yoga in Cumberland and this location in Yarmouth was the best location. We walked in and were greeted by a wonderful hostess. She immediately started to tell us about the wine special and put us at ease because we were still wearing our goat yoga clothes. The atmosphere was bright friendly and warm. There were plenty of tables and booths on a Thursday evening. They asked if we had a reservation. But it wasn't necessary. We sat down and began looking at the menu and she offered a taste of the wine special of the evening. It was delicious, and we were hooked. While we waited and reviewed the menu we were offered delicious vegan bread. It was really hard to believe it was vegan, it was so delicious, dare I say moist...lol. The menu was fantastic! There was something for everyone. Carnivores, vegans, vegetarians. I had a delicious salad with goat cheese, my husband had a wonderful hamburger, and our friend had a delicious salad, that she said was one of the best salads she's had in the area. For an appetizer I truly enjoyed the corn fritters they were crispy, sweet, savory. Parking, the lot is usually full. If you go after dinner time around 5 PM. You'll have to find street parking. Don't worry, there's plenty of parking in the general walking area to the restaurant. Whether you're a local or a visitor the restaurant is very warm and welcoming. I highly recommend trying a local restaurant that serves locally sourced ingredients!

Under new ownership, this restaurant has some delicious apps and mains! We enjoyed the lobster dip and I loved their smash burger with portobellos, gorgonzola and caramelized mushrooms. The blood and smoke cocktail was terrific too!

50 Minutes. Fifty.Frickin.Minutes. Went for Sunday Brunch - surprisingly wasn't packed. I was hungry. Believe it was a new waitress "attending" us (meaning not attentive at all) She took our orders and was gone for 50 minutes. 50. Minutes. In that 50 minutes I waited for a water refill. Didn't get one. My stomach grew hungrier. I grew hangrier. My stomach started digesting itself. I guess in that 50 minutes the cooks were waiting for the chickens to lay their eggs. I ordered a salmon Benedict so I guess I was waiting for someone to catch the salmon. My boyfriend ordered a vegetable omelette special - guess he had to wait for the vegetables to grow... Ok, okay - I'm being a huge Jerk here, but seriously - 50 MINUTES FOR BREAKFAST!? I almost left. I never leave...but I almost did. I was beyond pissed. You would think the waitress would apologize for the wait or something? No. She gave us our food and went on her way. She wasn't even busy. She was standing on top of the staircase having more of a conversation with the chefs than she ever had with us. If you cracked an egg on my head it would have cooked faster than on a stove in Gather. Flavor of the food? BLAND! Which made me even more pissed! I was so hungry! This meal should have tasted like it was sent from the heavens from how hungry I was. Nope! The omelette was bland. My salmon Benedict was just okay. It was for sure better than the omelette, but nothing special. An apology, an attentive waitress, or a simple water refill would have made it slightly better.... Never. Going. Back. 50.Frickin.Minutes -.-

Chef won't accommodate special requests. Better like what's written on the overpriced menu.

Nestled in historic downtown Yarmouth, Maine. Open kitchen with a cozy environment. Perfect on a snowy night or summer evening. On my most recent trip I chose a personal pizza. I went wit The Margarita, but requested a topping. Gather was pleased to cater to me. I added the Roast Pork and I just can't say enough. Big clean flavor and perfect consistency. Gather is just the perfect stop for a drink, snack an conversation or formal sit-down dinner.

First visit. Five stars from the minute we walked in until we exited. At first I was REALLY disappointed because I came for the corned beef hash I saw on the menu, but they just removed it as of TODAY. However, they now have red flannel hash instead. GET THIS. It's corned beef hash with beets. It's amazing. My scrambled eggs were perfect and their gluten-free toast is from a small New England bakery. My husband loved his Brussels hash but wished there were more Brussels. We split the maple creme brulee for dessert and it was stellar! Service was very attentive and friendly. We'll be back!

Gather is a neat place, it's all in one big room with the kitchen located in full view and essentially on a stage. They do what they do very good. We enjoyed the unique atmosphere and the tasty starters. Service was good. We found the portions were smaller than we expected and pricey. Beer selection was limited. We stopped in to get out of the heat at Clamfest and ordered the Deviled Eggs and the Rosemary Fries. Both were outstanding!

We have been to Gather many times over the years. In warm weather, there is deck seating. Inside, there are small, medium and one long large table for Gathering. There's also a corner for a small group to have a drink and sit in comfy chairs. While some things on the menu seem rather expensive, most are reasonable but everything we have had has been wonderful, some of the best food like it we've ever had. The menu changes to reflect seasonal items. The service is so great. If we felt we didn't get enough of something, like the raspberry marscapone dip for the little donut dessert, more was provided, no problem. I got a small plate of polenta with mushroom sauce that was fabulous and a decent portion, almost enough for me for dinner. With it was a salad that was so fresh and dressed just right. My husband got the pasta of the day ($27 - seemed a bit high) - house made ravioli with crab and ricotta in a broth that was so delicious and a little salad served on top. With a spoon for that broth and the delicious, pillowy bread served to help finish it, that's all he needed (with a little help from me). Memorable meals in the past have included wild mushroom risotto, soups, sandwiches and more. For truly delicious food, warm atmosphere, friendly and helpful waitstaff, Gather is a winner and has stood the test of time.

Wonderful vegan options. Good service as well. Just a great spot all in all.

Go here! Hands down amazing! So glad this popped up on yelp when we were driving home to Boston. Deliciously fresh, great service, good prices, and a patio if you have a dog with you. We had the gather salad and goat cheese/beet salad to start. Recommend both. Also the bread and olive oil they give you is to die for! Also on Thursday they have half off bottled wine so we lucked out! We ordered for entrees bouillabaisse, chorizo burger, and black bean burger. All were cooked and spiced perfectly. The rosemary fries that came with the burgers were crispy and delicious. The bouillabaisse had abundant vegetables and seafood. Muscles were very clean. All in all would 100% recommend. Definitely plan to stop by again next time we travel through!

Really cute place, accommodating to our large party. Not a huge menu but enjoyed everything being locally sourced.

Fantastic cocktails!! Came for brunch with our BFF who are on a cruise and visiting from Ca!! Had brioche French toast. With a lemon creme and blueberry filling My friend had Brussel sprout hash, her hubby had pancakes hot off the grill. My hubby had basic breakfast it was yummy. Outside seating and weather was fabulous

This is one of those classic examples where I'm torn between a 3 and a 4 - so, let's call this a 3.5? Here's why the wiffle-waffle between the two ratings: ****4 Star: The Service, Atmosphere, Food + Service: We had one young server for our very large party. And he mostly did a fantastic job - he was patient, he was accommodating, he was knowledgeable about the menu and ingredients, and he had a smile on his face the whole darn time. + Atmosphere: I agree with what other reviewers said... this feels like a really charming, upscale Elks Lodge. Or like a tavern you might enter in an RPG set in a fictional medievalesque time. Also, the "stage" where the chefs are is kind of cool (and doesn't come off pretentious at all which it could when you're spotlight yourself like that). + Food: . Sunchoke Tots with Truffle Ketchup ($8): These instantly have become one of my favorite foods. Sunchokes, for those of you not in the know, are also known as Jerusalem Artichokes. They're a fibrous tuber that are sort of like a cross between a potato and an artichoke in both texture and flavor. Anyway, Gather serves them up slightly smashed, slightly fried and alongside some truffle ketchup. And I ate just about all of them from the four orders on our table. Are you gonna eat that? No. THEN IT'S MINE. Nom nom nom... (side note: it's seriously too bad these are seasonal, but it's seriously awesome Gather is so conscious about serving things that are). ***3 Star: Also the Service, Atmosphere, Food - Service: While the young server did a great job, he had a difficult time figuring out who ordered what when it came time to split the bill despite us telling him ahead of time who ordered what. Also (I know we were a large party and this is probably why, but...) our food came out very sporadically. Nobody at the table could figure out who was going to get what next (some folks were already finishing their desserts while other folks were just receiving their dinner). It was terribly inconsistent. - Atmosphere: Because there was an acoustic guitarist when we came, my large party - who was sat nearly in front of the musician - could barely hear each other. - Food: . Deviled Eggs with Saffron & Paprika ($5): All I could taste was paprika. A mouthful of creamy texture from the yolk, and tons of paprika. . Apple & Cheddar Fritters with Onion Jam ($6): Was disappointed with these, too, as I didn't really feel like they tasted very apple or cheddar-y. They mostly tasted like fried balls of greasy dough. Although, the onion jam was really, very tasty (I could imagine topping brie with it and enjoying with a rosemary cracker)! . Lentil-Goat Cheese Risotto with Beet and Pickled fennel ($19): I wanted to love this. But it missed the mark in my opinion for a couple reasons. Because the lentils, risotto, and beets had such a strong earthy flavor, the dish needed a bit more goat cheese for a pop of tang. Also this was highly under-seasoned. We ended up getting marinated olives at the last minute, and I'm glad we did because the salt from them really helped bring out the flavors in this meal. Anyway, I definitely think this is one of those places where you need to just go and have your own experience. Because there is a lot of good happening here. I still plan on coming back to try the brunch at some point!

Came here with a large group tonight. We sat at a long table that was directly connected to another long table in the middle. I ended up sitting in the middle of my group and another group. Wasn't ideal for hearing the whole table and the sad acoustic live music did not do anything to bring up the mood of this large room. We started with the tots, when they brought them to the table it was not what i expected. It wasn't really a tot more of a squished potato fried. We also had the fries which were a little over cooked but still pretty good. For dinner I had an app the sausage and beans. Which was amazing. I could have eaten about two more servings of this. The flavors were perfect. I ended the night with the maple cream brûlée which was delicious and a perfect ending to the night. After eating the live music finally ended and I was finally able to hear the group.

I came here for dinner as part of a group. The setup was an open concept with large kitchen in the back. We were seated at a long table but shoulder to shoulder with another group. It was a bit strange. There was a musician playing guitar and singing. He used a microphone and the sound overtook the room. I couldn't hear the person right next me. The chairs were strangely uncomfortable. The decor was old lanterns and garden equipment. The waiter seemed very excited about everything on the menu but a little disorganized. He was very friendly and polite. The meals came out a bit staggered. Everything was served on wooden cutting boards. We ordered a few apps to share. The brat n beans were wonderful with house made beans that were flavorful and soft. The Rosemary fries were over cooked. The deviled eggs had unique flavor of saffron and topped with diced onions. The inside was a nice creamy texture. The desserts were excellent. The Meyer lemon Neapolitan dessert was wonderful. It had perfect citrus flavors with lemon and blood orange. I would have loved to try them all.

I've visited Gather on three occasions and each time, the quality of the food drops a half a star. It'm giving it four stars today, so it's still pretty good. 2/17/16 I went with a group of 13, which is hard to manage, especially with 10 separate checks. Being a former server, I felt our server's pain. He had a few hiccups when separating the checks, and the food didn't come out all together (oops) but overall, bravo! We were a hard bunch to manage. The Good: You know you are getting fresh local food when you eat here. The Bad: Some of the food was really mild or lacking flavor. The Ugly: The music was so loud you could not hear your table mates or the server. AND there is a HUGE table that runs almost the length of the dining room, it seats like 20 people +/-. I guess this is great when you don't want to talk to your dinner companions, but when you want to chat, and not sit right next to big parties, it's awkward and uncomfortable. Let me explain the quality of food. I had the sunchokes (YUM!) and then the carrot, ginger soup (YUM!), then the Fusilli Col Boco for my main course. The pesto was very earthy without enough savory. It could have used more salt or maybe some more of the beet emulsion, which was the best part of the dish. Banana anglaise for dessert was very, very good. The service and food quality is inconsistent here so I'm averaging my experiences here into 3 stars.

Best Service and Meal out I've had in Maine since long before Pandemic! These guys have nailed it....attentive, polite and on it. Corn Fritters and Brussels started things off right with intense flavors. Gather salad large, simple and perfectly dressed...followed by an Margherita Puzza that tasted better than it looked and it looked amazing!

Tried this place while on vacation. We found the menu to be varied, with some nice specials. Food was tasty and our server, Dan, was great. Drink prices were pricey. But some good brew choices.

I'm confused about Gather. I have been meaning to go for along time. When it first opened I heard it was farm to table and I thought that meant lots of local ingredients, maybe some organic options, the possibility of 100% grass fed beef, and/or free range chicken. However beyond the "farm to table" after the name, there is no mention of where the food comes from. The only info on the brunch menu that was a bit helpful was that the beef was house ground. And the special with sausage was house, made or ground, not sure. This leaves out a lot that I'd like to know. I glanced at the dinner menu and saw that the burger had house-ground grass fed beef. No mention of 100% or if it was local. Also listed Maine corn tortilla for the fish taco. I didn't order any beer so I can't comment on that. The coffee I was served was old and cold. As I look for more places to eat healthier I've figured out if the menu and home pages do not tell you much about where the food comes from it's usually because it's not going to impress. I'd give the eggs benedict with polenta and "farm" greens a 3. Very salty polenta and the poached eggs just didn't do much for me. The greens seemed like they began frozen - or maybe that came from overcooking them. The cranberry orange bread with a maple glaze was yummy. Sugar was the strongest taste. My friends got the sausage and gravy special with eggs and thought it was pretty good.

On a rainy Sunday morning in April, a warm and hearty brunch accompanied by a side of live bluegrass music may just be the answer to everything. My friends/classmates and I had won a silent auction brunch with faculty, and Gather was definitely a great find! If you're looking for a relaxed and comfortable place with an upscale feel, this is it. The crowd varied from families with small children to elderly couples, and it was clear that everyone was enjoying themselves. The live music begins at 11am on Sundays, and it was amazing how the everyone would stop to applause when each song ended. It was great background noise that never distracted from the conversation, and yet everyone still knew they were there. Onto the food... the building looks like an old church or schoolhouse, and you can see the kitchen from everywhere! While I usually love breakfast and eggs benedicts, I opted for the Gather Reuben on this cold, hungry morning of mine. I believe it was corned beef on rye, with onions and swiss cheese, with a LARGE side of french fries! The portion was much larger than I expected, and it was definitely tasty, albeit peppery. I also had a glass of their carrot/orange juice blend, and it was wonderfully delicious! Now if I were to go again... I'd be torn between ordering the Vegetarian Eggs Benedict w/ Ham or their Smoked Salmon sampler w/ salad. Absolutely everything that was ordered at my table looked DELICIOUS and I kind of wish I had ordered a more breakfast-y food! They also had a Peach & Vanilla Bean bellini on the menu that sounded delicious, but apparently the flavors were very light. This was definitely a great find, and I can't wait to try this again in the warmer months! :)

Yarmouth? Who goes to to Yarmouth? Sara N. and friends, that's who. After browsing through the internet, we stumbled upon this hidden gem in Yarmouth called Gather. But we debated...would it be worth the 15 minute drive from Portland? Why go here when Portland has tons of great restaurants of its own? Well we went. From Portland to Yarmouth! I typed in the address into my phone, and 15-20 minutes later, Google Maps brought me to someone's house, or so I thought. This operation actually, indeed, takes place in a fancy home. I was pleased to see that there was not a large crowd, and compared to downtown Portland, parking was a breeze. I was greeted by a courteous staff who, as many people in my large group pointed out, were extremely knowledgeable about the daily specials and all items on the menu. We were also brought fancy water and free bread. The bread was thick, hearty, and tasty. The olive oil on the side was a nice touch as well. "Slow and steady wins the race" should be the theme of this restaurant. Speed was not a strong-suit of my visit. Service took awhile - for drinks, food, and the bill -, but it was always worth it (except for the bill). Legendary Canadian Seb1 and I both had a veggie burger with goat cheese ($14). It was phenomenal to say the least. Even as a meat-lover, I could dig this burger. But surprisingly, the pickle was a game changer. It was so unique, and it cannot be described in words. Seb1 & the gang agreed. I was also fortunate to try M. Asta's Tuna Tar Tar pizza. It tasted fancy. If the Queen of England could order a pizza, I assume it would be this. It was $17 and a daily special. Most of their pizzas are within the $9-$14 range. But then came the reason this place isn't getting 5 stars besides the speed: the bill. This place is great - fine hospitality, fine atmosphere, and finer food - but you'll pay for it. To give you an idea: soup is $7, most beers are $6-$10, and most entrees are $19-$26 (pizza and burgers are a little cheaper though). But staff was accommodating and able to spit our bill, even though it's not something they normally do for large groups. Although this place wasn't cheap nor fast, the food and service were top-notch. If you have the money, this is an ideal place for a date or family meal. Plus, you don't have to worry about Portland's horrendous parking and overcrowding of restaurants. I would definitely come back here.

Will not return and for several reasons. Seemed like a great find at first, as it has a cool open feel to it and an impressive sounding menu. We arrived and waited 15-20 minutes, long enough to be ready to order, before our waitress found her way over to take drink orders. Appetizers were alright, but underwhelming. Deviled eggs were great but brussle sprouts, tartare and nightly special were all forgettable and too expensive. Entrees were slow coming out. Fish tacos were ok but I have had much better for 1/4 the cost. Sad part was that the fish tacos were a highlight. The $25 ravioli were ok at best but when you charge that for 5-6 ravioli they better be awesome. They weren't. Soba noodles with beef was small and flavorless. Potato wrapped salmon only had a few thinly sliced pieces of potato atop a small cut of salmon. How they consider it potato wrapped is beyond me. All in all the meal was 2.5-3 stars, but the kicker was in the bill. $183 for 4 adults getting one drink a piece. No problem, we had a gift card that had $100 written on it. Went to cash it in and were told it only had $50. This was a gift and we were told to contact our friends to double check how much was on it, which is an awkward thing to do. They also explained that they reused gift cards and that was probably the issue. Unwillingness to honor a gift card and poor/slow service means I'll never go back and I'll tell everyone I know not to bother. I suggest "gathering" elsewhere, where the patron matters and the food is worth the money.

Went to Gathers for the first time today, love sitting outside for brunch. The service was not at all impressive and seemed less interested in the customers. Our server didn't advise us of the daily specials yet one table that server did tell them. The food came finally which we both agreed was very dilicous and prepared with style and fanaize. We will diffinietly go again perhaps next Sunday and bring a couple of friends, maybe the service will be better and just had a bad day. We rate the following: Bloody Marys which we give a perfect 10 Maine burger and homefries - 8 Heavos Ranchos - 8 French toast w/fresh berries - 8 Service - 4 Price - 7 Atmosphere - 9

If in Yarmouth, you must check out Gather for brunch at least. The brussel hash (don't worry it's not vegetarian, plenty of bacon) is to die for. So many wonderful flavors. Almost like an eggs Benedict on steroids. My husband also enjoyed the delicious homemade corned beef hash and eggs, which he said was in his top five faves for Hash. The gather Bloody Mary was the perfect amount of spice, but the homemade mix had a unique spin which included carrot juice. I loved it. Service was amazing and spot on! Can't wait to come back for dinner.

Delicious! Went on a week night and got seated immediately. Food was great. Cozy atmosphere. Would recommend!

This restaurant was hugely disappointing. I'm not sure how it got the ratings it has. We took my daughter and her boyfriend there to celebrate their birthdays. Two of us got the chicken pot pie, which was not hearty and filling as the waitress promised. It was soupy and fairly tasteless. We have much better at home. Two of us got the braised beef ribs... There were no ribs and the gnocchi was like glue. We have had better diner food. Gather should be embarrassed to charge the prices they do. Ambience was lacking... It felt like an old Townhall with little character. It was very plain and noisy and seemed like a potluck dinner in an old town hall, which honestly would have been better. Two of the servers appeared to be high school kids who were very casually dressed with no personality. The waitress struggled to make a recommendation when asked about two different menu items. I agree with the review that said, it felt like a joke, which I can assure you will not be repeated by us!