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Newcastle Publick House
The Newcastle Publick House at dusk, warm lights glowing through the windows of the historic brick building on Main Street

Est. 2008 · Newcastle, Maine

A proper pub on the Damariscotta

River oysters shucked to order, Maine seafood from boats we know, and a draft list that travels no farther than it has to.

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Kitchen
Wed–Mon · 11:30a–8:30p
Closed
Tuesdays
Lounge
Wed–Sat · 5p–close
Find Us
52 Main Street, Newcastle
A weathered hand cradling a freshly harvested Damariscotta River oyster

Our Story

The soul of the Damariscotta.

Since 2008, we've stood at the edge of the river — serving natural, often organic local seafood, meats, and produce. We work with the oyster farms on our doorstep to bring you the very best the river has to offer, alongside a draft list that celebrates breweries from across our great state.

Vegans, vegetarians, and gluten-free guests need not worry — we've thoughtfully prepared items for everyone.

From the River

The Raw Bar

Local Damariscotta River oysters, hand-shucked and served on the half shell, by the half-dozen or the dozen.

The Signature

Damariscotta River

Briny, crisp, sweet finish · served with mignonette.

The Heat

Angry Al's

Baked with bacon, spinach, gorgonzola compound butter, hot sauce.

The Oysterhead Lounge upstairs with live music and dancing

The Upstairs

Oysterhead Lounge

Just upstairs from the pub — a more casual room with the same menu, plus live music, open mic, televised sports, trivia, and a pool table and dartboards just off the lounge.

Hours
Wed–Sat · 5p–close
On stage
Live music · Open mic
House games
Trivia · Pool · Darts