Slates

We live about 40 minutes away from Slates, but go there every time we are in the area. This place is very funky and non-conventional. The space is OLD and has not been refurbished much. The decor is based on the concept of distraction. There are so many interesting things to look at, on the walls, at the tables, on the ceiling, that you don't notice that nothing matches and the space is OLD. The menu is eclectic and the food awesome. Every time we go there, we comment to each other that we wish we could try everything. When we go for breakfast, we usually share the smoked shrimp and brie with fresh fruit platter. We have been discussing moving out of state, and discussed how a wonderful dining experience like Slates would not be found outside of Maine for less than exhorbinant prices. The platter cost $10.95 and out total breakfast was under $30. Try to go on News Year Day. Be prepared to wait an hour to be seated, and then amuse yourself watching the staff do ... more

We live about 40 minutes away from Slates, but go there every time we are in the area. This place is very funky and non-conventional. The space is OLD and has not been refurbished much. The decor is based on the concept of distraction. There are so many interesting things to look at, on the walls, at the tables, on the ceiling, that you don't notice that nothing matches and the space is OLD. The menu is eclectic and the food awesome. Every time we go there, we comment to each other that we wish we could try everything. When we go for breakfast, we usually share the smoked shrimp and brie with fresh fruit platter. We have been discussing moving out of state, and discussed how a wonderful dining experience like Slates would not be found outside of Maine for less than exhorbinant prices. The platter cost $10.95 and out total breakfast was under $30. Try to go on News Year Day. Be prepared to wait an hour to be seated, and then amuse yourself watching the staff do their jobs in their PJs and Nightgowns (nothing too revealing though). Gotta go! less