Nikanos Mediterranean Grille - Ogunquit

The place to dine in Ogunquit, Maine. We visited Nikanos for the first time after reading favorable reviews. For starters I ordered the mussels which were the best I've ever had. What flavor and the sauce was made with a delicate ouzo recipe. My companion had the grilled octopus over a mixture of beans, tomatoes and potatoes which were simply delicious. For entrees I ordered the braised lamb shank and the better half ordered the fish of the day which was branzino. Again both were wonderful and bursting with flavor. The service was great...our waiter Christian was doing double duty as a bartender but was up for the task. Our host, Mark and Jennifer, who are also the owners, were very present and friendly and checked in on us often even though it was a very busy night. We were not disappointed in Nikanos and will definitely return. We were very happy to see how bustling it was dispite Covid-19. We wish them continued success. Stop by and see for yourselves. You will be back as we will also. As of today the 22nd of August I have been back three times. Each time better than the last. Mark and Jennifer show there pride in a very vibrant and upcoming establishment. I commend them and the entire staff for dedication to a successful business. On July 30th, 2021 I had the pleasure to return to this very successful establishment. it was nice to be greeted by Jennifer and then Mark owners of the Fine Dining restaurant. The service staff and most importantly the executive chef continued with there expertise of taking care of the customer. The meals were superb and most satisfying. No matter what you decide to order you will happy with your selections. The mussels, lamb shank, chicken dish are to die for. Not to mention desserts. Come and be satisfied in service, food, and a place you can back to. Over and over again. They also have nightly entertainment. P.S. If Ali or Christian are tending bar. You are in fabulous hands.

As most of the restaurants in the area are already closed for the season, my wife and I came across this place. What a nice surprise! Every dish was very tasty and flavorful. We shared the yesterday soup , mezze of hummus, tzatziki and bean paste, and the stuffed grape leaves. For the main dish we had the Mediterranean salad and the spiced lamb flatbread.

I very rarely write reviews, but felt this one was necessary! My husband, 8 month old son and I ate lunch there and everything was great. The atmosphere was fun. It was a sunny, but cool day so we sat outside with a heater next to us and there was live music playing. The waiter was very knowledgeable about the menu and was able to provide risk free recommendations for my dairy and soy allergy?and confirmed with the kitchen that everything was prepared properly. The food was great! We will definitely be back!

It was ok. The ?steak bomb? was just average sandwich. Drinks were ok, (lemonade was way ti sweet). Service was also just ok.

My wife and I essentially had a feast here. We started with the avgolemono, which was lighter than I'm used to with a great flavor from the chicken. We then tried the spinach pie, which isn't for everyone, but is one of my favorites and it too was fantastic. Our entrees were the lemon chicken and the lamb shank. Both of these were delicious and the portions were large. Lastly, we had some custard pie for dessert, which was a perfect ending to a great meal. It was fresh out of the oven with a hint of orange from the infused simple syrup they use to cover the pie. Absolutely delicious.