Shakes & Bakes Take Out Opens for 2026 Season in Bangor, Maine

Family-owned restaurant serving up burgers, fries, ice cream, and more is back for the summer.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 10:36am

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A high-contrast silkscreen print in neon pink, orange, and blue, repeating the image of a dripping ice cream cone in a grid pattern, conveying the nostalgic and celebratory mood of a beloved local summer tradition.

The vibrant colors and playful repetition of a classic summer food item capture the joyful energy of Shakes & Bakes Take Out's seasonal reopening.Bangor Today

Shakes & Bakes Take Out, a popular seasonal takeout spot in Bangor, Maine, has reopened for the 2026 season. The family-owned restaurant offers a variety of classic American fare like burgers, fries, hot dogs, fried seafood, and soft-serve ice cream. Customers can order to-go or enjoy their food at outdoor tables.

Why it matters

Shakes & Bakes is a beloved local institution that marks the start of summer for many Bangor residents. As one of the few remaining seasonal takeout-focused restaurants in the area, its reopening is a sign that warmer weather has arrived and the community can look forward to enjoying classic summertime foods and treats.

The details

Shakes & Bakes Take Out is located at 599 Broadway in Bangor and is open seven days a week from 11 AM to 8 PM for the 2026 season. The menu features a variety of classic American fare including burgers, fries, onion rings, mozzarella sticks, hot dogs, lobster rolls, fried seafood, chicken sandwiches and tenders, as well as soft-serve ice cream, shakes, and floats.

Shakes & Bakes Take Out has reopened for the 2026 season as of April 10, 2026.
The restaurant is open 7 days a week from 11 AM to 8 PM through the summer months.

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