Community Cafes

Enjoy delicious lunches in social settings across York and Cumberland counties.

Update as of 6/25 – We have begun to re-open some of our café’s. The re-open process will continue over the next several months so please check back periodically for the most up to date information. You can also call the location directly for more information.

Community Cafes are available in communities throughout Cumberland and York counties and provide participants an opportunity to socialize with other attendees while enjoying a delicious and nutritious lunch. Some Community Cafes also offer entertainment (such as bingo, games, and musical acts) or educational opportunities (such as speakers and resource tables).

Community Cafe Details

• Cafes are open to Maine residents age 60 and older.
• You may initially register for our community cafes by showing your license or proof of age.
• Lunch is served at noon unless noted otherwise.
• Days of service vary by location. See specific cafe for details.
• Reservations are required. Please call the individual cafe 48 hours in advance. If you are unable to attend, please call to cancel your reservations.
• The standard suggested donation per meal is $8.  It can vary in the event of specialty meals so please contact the location directly for more information.
• Meals are for on-site consumption only.
• For participants under 60, individuals who do not want to register, or for out of state diners, you may enjoy the meal with us for full price.

What's for Lunch?

Community Cafes offer both standard and catered meals depending on cafe location and the day the cafe is being offered on. Below are sample menus served at a cafe. All meals come with a choice of coffee, tea, or milk and dessert is included.

Sample Standard Meals

• Chicken with a red wine sauce, Lyonnaise potatoes, and sliced zucchini
• Sweet and sour meatballs with sesame vegetable fried rice and green beans
• Pork with an apple an onion sauce, cranberry and lentil rice, and mixed vegetables
• Fish Newberg with red skin mashed potatoes
  
• Ham and pineapple with mashed sweet potatoes, corn, and green beans

Sample Catered Meals

• Haddock with mashed potatoes and cole slaw
• Lasagna with tossed salad, fruit, and garlic bread
• BBQ hamburger, hot dog, or grilled chicken with pasta salad and
  cole slaw
• Sausage and peppers, ziti with sauce, tossed salad, and garlic bread
• Brunch - eggs, bacon or sausage, pancakes with syrup or hash browns, a muffin, and fruit

Community Cafe Locations

Cafes are available throughout Cumberland and York counties. Please contact the individual cafe to make a reservation. Choose a cafe from the list below to learn more: