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The Elizabeth Guest House and Restaurant, Bethel, ME

The Elizabeth Guest House and Restaurant

4.7
4.7
152 Reviews
$31 to $50
Latin / Spanish

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2 people
19:00
Booked 1 time today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
Fine dining Latin American and Mediterranean cuisine in a charming Victorian Inn on Main Street in Bethel

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Location
    32 Main St, Bethel, ME 04217-4010
  • Phone number
    (207) 824-1089
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Latin / Spanish, Mediterranean, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sun 16:00–21:00 Sat, Sun 10:00–14:00
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Menu

The Elizabeth Guest House and Restaurant's menu was last updated 2025-03-16.

Appetizers

  • Bread (per person)US$3.00

    • Oysters - Half DozenUS$20.00

      • Oysters - Full DozenUS$38.00

        • Poached ShrimpUS$16.00

          • Scallops CevicheUS$18.00

            • ProvolettaUS$16.00

              • **Add AndouilleUS$5.00

            • PapusaUS$16.00

              • Chicken EmpanadaUS$15.00

                • MusselsUS$18.00

                  • Beet SaladUS$15.00

                    • CaesarUS$16.00

                      • Black Bean Chorizo StewUS$14.00

                        • PozoleUS$14.00

                          Entrees

                          • The Elizabeth BurgerUS$25.00

                            • RareUS$0.00
                            • Medium RareUS$0.00
                            • MediumUS$0.00
                            • Medium WellUS$0.00
                            • WellUS$0.00
                            • VEGETARIAN BURGERUS$0.00
                            • **ShrimpUS$12.00
                            • **ScallopUS$18.00

                          • Mushroom GnocchiUS$34.00

                            • **ShrimpUS$12.00
                            • **ScallopUS$18.00
                            • Add ScallopsUS$17.00
                            • Add ShrimpUS$10.00

                          • Entree Papusa (VG option)US$32.00

                            • **ShrimpUS$12.00
                            • **ScallopUS$18.00

                          • Roast ChickenUS$36.00

                            • **ShrimpUS$12.00
                            • **ScallopUS$18.00

                          • FiletUS$44.00

                            • **ShrimpUS$12.00
                            • **ScallopUS$18.00
                            • Add ScallopsUS$17.00
                            • Add ShrimpUS$10.00

                          • Braised LambUS$42.00

                            • **ShrimpUS$12.00
                            • **ScallopUS$18.00

                          • Short RibUS$38.00

                            • **ShrimpUS$12.00
                            • **ScallopUS$18.00

                          • NY Strip SteakUS$46.00

                            • **ShrimpUS$12.00
                            • **ScallopUS$18.00

                          • ScallopsUS$48.00

                            • **ShrimpUS$12.00
                            • **ScallopUS$18.00

                          • Sea BassUS$44.00

                            • **ShrimpUS$12.00
                            • **ScallopUS$18.00

                          • HalibutUS$42.00

                            • **ShrimpUS$12.00
                            • **ScallopUS$18.00

                          • Seafood PaellaUS$48.00

                            • **ShrimpUS$12.00
                            • **ScallopUS$18.00

                          • SalmonUS$38.00

                            • **ShrimpUS$12.00
                            • **ScallopUS$18.00

                          • Fish TacoUS$22.00

                            • **ShrimpUS$12.00
                            • **ScallopUS$18.00

                          • Pasta SpecialUS$36.00

                            • **ShrimpUS$12.00
                            • **ScallopUS$18.00

                          Desserts

                          • Ice CreamUS$5.00

                            • Tres LechesUS$14.00

                              • Churro SundaeUS$14.00

                                • CheesecakeUS$12.00

                                  • Bread PuddingUS$14.00

                                    • ChocotortaUS$15.00

                                      Happy Hour

                                      • HH *Whipped Feta DipUS$6.00

                                        • HH* TostadaUS$3.00

                                          • HH pozoleUS$5.00

                                            • HH Lamb SandwichUS$5.00

                                              • HH Fish SandwichUS$5.00

                                                Sides

                                                • ChipsUS$4.00

                                                  • CarrotsUS$9.00

                                                    • MushroomsUS$9.00

                                                      • BroccoliUS$9.00

                                                        • PolentaUS$9.00

                                                          • CauliflowerUS$9.00

                                                            • BrusselsUS$9.00

                                                              • Fingerling PotatoesUS$9.00

                                                                Kids

                                                                • Kid's PastaUS$9.00

                                                                  • BurgerUS$15.00

                                                                    Last updated: 16 March 2025

                                                                    What 152 people are saying

                                                                    The Elizabeth Guest House and Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                                                    Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                    Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                    4.7
                                                                    4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                                    • 4.7Food
                                                                    • 4.8Service
                                                                    • 4.8Ambience
                                                                    • 4.5Value

                                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                                    Loved For

                                                                    • Central Maine

                                                                      Best Overall

                                                                    • Central Maine

                                                                      Best Food

                                                                    • Central Maine

                                                                      Best Service

                                                                    • Central Maine

                                                                      Best Ambience

                                                                    • Central Maine

                                                                      Best Value

                                                                    • Central Maine

                                                                      Neighbourhood gem

                                                                    • Central Maine

                                                                      Good for special occasions

                                                                    Review summary

                                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                    The Elizabeth Guest House and Restaurant offers delightful dining in a charming Victorian setting. Guests rave about "amazing food," "outstanding service," and a "wonderful atmosphere." Highlights include a diverse menu with Latin and Mediterranean influences, creative cocktails, and an extensive wine list. It's the "best restaurant in Bethel" for special occasions.

                                                                    152 Reviews

                                                                    1. Steve VIP

                                                                      Berkshire98 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      Dined on 3 March 2025

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Delicious food, extensive wine list, friendly and knowledgeable service. Dining area was elegant.

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                                                                    2. Maribeth VIP

                                                                      Greater Boston67 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      Dined on 1 March 2025

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Another great meal. I had the lamb shank and my husband had halibut. Really great

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                                                                    3. Lee VIP

                                                                      New York City14 reviews

                                                                      4.0

                                                                      Dined on 27 February 2025

                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Good food in great atmosphere. Service was excellent.

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                                                                    4. Philip

                                                                      Greater Boston60 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      Dined on 22 February 2025

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Consistently great dining experience with a very friendly staff, great cocktails, and fantastic menu.

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                                                                    5. Edward

                                                                      Greater Boston15 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      Dined on 20 February 2025

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Fantastic food with an unexpected twist. Everything from drinks to dessert was delicious

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                                                                    6. Sandra

                                                                      Greater Boston34 reviews

                                                                      4.0

                                                                      Dined on 14 February 2025

                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                      We had a table for 2 in the bar area which was a bit noisier than when we’d had a table in the dining area of smallish rooms (which we liked better.) Food was amazing and inspired. They were willing to put spicier sauce in the side for me which was appreciated! Staff was great. A special set with choices so we chose to get different items to try and all were so good!

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                                                                    7. Myra VIP

                                                                      New York City48 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      Dined on 14 February 2025

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      We had the Valentines Day dinner. Very elegant and well prepared meal. Best food in Bethel.

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                                                                    8. McKenzie

                                                                      Maine1 review

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      Dined on 14 February 2025

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Beautiful and delicious food! Great service, and lovely dining area.

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                                                                    9. Joan

                                                                      New York City10 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      Dined on 30 January 2025

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Excellent Innovative Latin-inspired cuisine not expected, but appreciated, in a victorian inn.

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                                                                    10. Nancy

                                                                      Greater Boston4 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      Dined on 29 January 2025

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      This is like dining in a private home. The setting is lovely. Quiet, nicely furnished and comfortable. The staff is efficient and friendly as well as knowledgeable about the menu. Cocktails were perfectly prepared. The food is gourmet quality, served warm and well seasoned. Definitely worth many visits!

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                                                                    The Elizabeth Guest House and Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 152 OpenTable diners.

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                                                                    2 people
                                                                    19:00
                                                                    Booked 1 time today
                                                                    Google Map for The Elizabeth Guest House and Restaurant

                                                                    32 Main St, Bethel, ME 04217-4010

                                                                    Dining areas

                                                                    Additional information

                                                                    • Phone number
                                                                      (207) 824-1089
                                                                    • Price
                                                                      $31 to $50
                                                                    • Cuisines
                                                                      Latin / Spanish, Mediterranean, Fusion / Eclectic
                                                                    • Hours of Operation
                                                                      Wed–Sun 16:00–21:00 Sat, Sun 10:00–14:00
                                                                    • Dress code
                                                                      Business Casual
                                                                    • Parking details
                                                                      None
                                                                    • Payment Options
                                                                      AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
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