State Lunch

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Eric

This was one of the best stops for food during our Maine vacation. We came in expecting small food dishes and good cocktials. We ended up getting OUTSTANDING food and OUT OF THIS WORLD cocktails. The staff were super welcoming, treated us like family, and really made the experience great. I got a smash burger while my wife got a fancy salmon bowl. Both were extremely filling and perfectly cooked. The cocktails were perfect, well presented, and delicious. 100% worth the stop if you are anywhere near Augusta. I would 100% go 1hr+ out of the way to come enjoy an evening here.

Dmitry Gorelik

Excellent food with a unique menu! The drink menu looked amazing. We only tried the Alice and it was out of this world good. Wings perfectly cooked and the sauce delicious. Bao was good. Burgers perfectly cooked. The Ramen had good flavor, but the broth was too oily to be eaten as a soup. Overall the place is outstanding. Agree with 4.7.

Mark Hochberg

Meh. I’m not sure what all the hype about this is. Many of the reviews seem like they were written by the same person to me. If you are after bar food give it a try. Otherwise maybe move on. The good: - Service was very good. Our waitress Bailey, was very nice, helpful, attentive, and friendly. - Beer - I had a great beer. Local and tasty. - Atmosphere - bar pub. We like that vibe. Doesn’t affect the food obviously but it’s worth noting it was quiet enough for conversation. - Salad and burger were good. Not great. The not so good: - Brussel sprouts were (we think) boiled. They were overcooked, and soggy, and kind of tasteless. I’d pass on these for sure. - Fries - had potential but ours were pretty soggy. Our view - it’s pretty hard to screw up fries. A bad sign if you can’t get those to the table hot and crunchy. - while the salad was good (not great), the chicken was a bit dry and barely luke warm. Also kind of hard to screw up - a plain grilled chicken breast. The two teenagers next to us each ordered the fries and plate of wings. The wings looked pretty tasty and the plate was generous. It’s possible they were very good. We should have asked. Our take overall - pass on this place if you’re just passing through Augusta.

Jay Mamon

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️☆ State Lunch – Augusta, ME • Globally Inspired Gastropub I visited State Lunch for dinner and was blown away by the creativity and depth of flavor. The meal spanned a range of styles—from ramen to steak to comfort classics—with standout results. 🍜 Shio Pork Ramen A beautifully rich broth topped with house‑made ramen noodles, tender pork‑belly chashu, beansprouts, bamboo, sesame, nori, scallions, and a perfectly half‑cooked egg—each element well balanced and satisfying . Appetizers & Salad The Buffalo Cauliflower delivered spicy, crispy bites full of tangy punch. The House French Fries, dressed with garlic, parmesan, and parsley, were addictive . The Panzanella Salad with chicken added a vibrant, refreshing counterpoint—bright flavors, crisp vegetables, and juicy chicken pieces made it a standout shareable. Mains The Porcini‑Rubbed Ribeye stood out: deeply savory, earthy crust, and cooked just right—juicy and tender. The Pork & Beef Bolognese was rich and comforting, coated in a luscious, slow‑cooked sauce over pasta, deeply satisfying. Desserts Finishing with both chocolate cake and carrot cake was the perfect finale. The chocolate cake was decadent, moist, and deeply chocolatey; the carrot cake—spiced just right with cream‑cheese frosting—felt homemade and comforting. Service & Atmosphere The ambience has a hip, industrial‑rustic charm—modern, cozy, and unpretentious. Service was attentive and helpful, allowing us to enjoy a relaxed dinner while sampling many menu highlights  . ⸻ ✅ Final Thoughts State Lunch impressed with bold, globally‑inspired dishes—even within a small Maine city setting. Every bite showcased creativity and care, from ramen to ribs to dessert. Great for adventurous diners and foodies looking for big flavors without pretension. Highly recommended!