Camp Chow
Drinking & dining at Camp DeForest
Welcome All
Whether you’re staying in one of our cabins, live just down the road, or are passing through MidCoast Maine, you’re invited to stop in. Pull up a chair on the porch, camp out at the bar, grab a nightcap in our lounge, or warm up by the fire on a chilly fall afternoon. Camp DeForest’s eateries are open to all — a place where good food and good company never go out of style.
Hours
Open Monday through Sunday, 10:30am to 5pm
Coffee, Comfort & Campfire Spirit
Right inside the Lodge at Camp DeForest, the Camp Café is our cozy gathering spot for guests, neighbors, and friends. Step inside and you’ll find fresh coffee, hearty bites, and a warm welcome waiting for you.
On the Menu
Fresh-brewed coffee, espresso, and custom camp drinks to fuel all if your adventures, plus a selection of pastries, bagels, and all kinds of savory snacks!
Cafe MENU
MUNCHIES
Bagels $4
House-made Banana Bread $3
JUST THE BASICS
Latte $3
Americano $3
Espresso $2
SPECIALTY DRINKS
Welcome to Camp Ivanhoe
Espresso, white chocolate, foam, raspberry $5
Troop Beverly Hills
Dark chocolate, foam, chocolate syrup $5
“How can I have S’more of Nothing?"
Espresso, dark chocolate, graham cracker, toasted marshmallow $5
The Parent Trap
Oregon Chai, almond foam, espresso $5
Addams Family Values
Double espresso, coffee, foam, dark chocolate $5
Camp North Star
Espresso, steamed milk, foam, caramel, smoky salt $5
Hours
We’re open all year round:
Sunday - Thursday Evenings: 5 PM – 8 PM
Friday - Saturday Evenings: 5 PM - 9 PM
Where the Night Glows
As the sun dips behind the pines, the Lantern Bar comes alive inside the Lodge at Camp DeForest. It’s the heart of camp after dark — where stories stretch long, glasses clink softly, and the glow of a lantern sets the mood for the evening.
On the Menu
Classic and custom camp cocktails, regional craft beers, and thoughtfully chosen wines — alongside a small-plate menu featuring shareable snacks, late-night bites, and a few fireside favorites.
The Spirit of the Campfire, Bottled
Lantern Bar is equal parts nostalgia and new discovery — a toast to simple pleasures, good company, and the quiet magic of Maine nights.
Bar Menu
SNACK
Chips $3
Camp Nuts $3
WHITE WINE by the glass
Bacaro Pinot Grigio
Friuli, Italy, notes of tropical fruit, honey, crisp $9
Hobo Wine Co. Camp Chardonnay
North Coast, California, pineapple, lemon, creamy $12
RED WINE by the glass
Valderis Valderhemoso Joven Tinta del Pais
Ribero del Duero, Spain, spicy berry, bright acidity, jammy $10
Chateau Bianca Pinot Noir
Willamette Valley, Oregon, cherry, boysenbery, velvety $14
CHAMPAGNE by the bottlE
R. Dumont & Fils Brut Grand Cru
Cotes de Bar Aube, France, pinot noir, chardonnay, Brioche, red apple, fine bubbles $100
Monmarthe Secret de Famille Brut 1er Cru
Montagne de Reims, France, pinot noir, pinot meunier, chardonnay, Shortbread, white peach, cherry plumbs, honey $150
The Spirit of the Campfire, Served Daily
Happy Trails celebrates the simple pleasure of a great meal shared in good company. It’s a nod to the roadside diners and camp canteens of decades past — reimagined for today, and open for adventure from noon to night.
Hours
We’re open all year round for Lunch and Dinner:
Sunday - Thursday : 12 PM – 8 PM
Friday - Saturday: 12 PM - 9 PM
Where Every Path Leads to a Good Meal
From the first cup of coffee to the last bite before sunset, Happy Trails is the heart of Camp DeForest. It’s where hikers refuel, locals linger, and travelers find a little comfort in the classics — all served with a side of camp nostalgia and Maine hospitality.
On the Menu
Elevated takes on American camp favorites — think perfectly grilled hot dogs and old-fashioned sides made from scratch. Pair your meal with a craft beer, a glass of wine, or signature camp cocktail and settle in for a taste of summer, no matter the season.
EATS
Chips $3
Camp Nuts $3
House-Made Pickels $5
Gourmet Hot Dogs
Classic Dog $7
Kobe Dog $15
Elk Dog $10
Turkey Dog $7
Beer Batwurst $8
Kielbasa $8
Veggie Dog $8
Drinks
DRINKS
Non-Tipsy
Maine Root Beer $5
Wine by the glass
House White $12
House Red $12
Beer by the bottle/can
Pabst Blue Ribbon $5
