List of Maine Restaurants That Closed in January 2026

Several beloved Maine eateries closed early in 2026, including the long-standing Pat's Pizza in Milo.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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While the first month of 2026 saw a handful of new restaurants open their doors, it also marked the end for a number of others. Some of these places have been around for decades, some for only a few years, and one has closed its current location and will be moving to a new spot.

Why it matters

The closure of these long-standing and beloved Maine restaurants highlights the challenges and volatility of the restaurant industry, especially in the aftermath of the pandemic. These closures will impact local communities and leave residents missing familiar dining options.

The details

A long-standing spot that closed its doors in January was Pat's Pizza in Milo, Maine. The establishment shared on Facebook that the decision to close was "not made lightly," but an exact reason for the place's shutdown wasn't revealed. The Milo location opened over 30 years ago. Another place that closed was Paper Plane in Camden after three years open, but the cocktail bar is moving to a new location in downtown Camden.

  • Pat's Pizza in Milo closed in January 2026.
  • Paper Plane in Camden closed in January 2026 but is moving to a new location.

The players

Pat's Pizza

A long-standing pizza restaurant in Milo, Maine that closed its doors in January 2026 after over 30 years of operation.

Paper Plane

A cocktail bar in Camden, Maine that closed in January 2026 after three years, but is moving to a new downtown location.

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What they’re saying

“The decision to close was "not made lightly,”

— Pat's Pizza (Facebook)

What’s next

Paper Plane is moving to a new downtown Camden location, but an opening date has not yet been revealed.

The takeaway

The closure of these long-standing Maine restaurants underscores the challenges facing the restaurant industry, even for well-established local eateries. While the memories will live on, the loss of these community staples will be felt by residents.