Friends,
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During this incredibly trying and difficult time, The Garrison and Dandelion Catering have made the painfully emotional decision to close our doors during the pandemic.
We feel it is the best decision for our team to remain at home and stay safe.
Their safety, and yours, is so important.
With that being said - Chef will begin a solo operation to provide the community with fresh meals, grocery items, and staples for as long as possible.
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The kitchen is locked down and Chef will be the only one within the facility. We feel this is paramount to keeping everyone safe, and the best way to continue to provide a service. Orders will simply be placed online and picked up on our porch. No contact.
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Stay safe and look out for each other.
ORDERS FOR PICKUP APRIL 10TH AND 11TH HAVE CLOSED!
GIFT CARDS
Gift cards are always available at the restaurant during normal business hours.​
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Downloadable gift certificates can also be purchased here.
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Click below to visit our store.
All proceeds go towards our operational costs during this difficult time.
CONTACT
Address:
The Garrison
Sparhawk Mill :: 81 Bridge St.
Yarmouth, ME 04096
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TAKE THE PAVED DRIVEWAY TO OUR LOWER PARKING LOT. WE ARE IN THE MAIN ENTRANCE.​
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Parking:
There is plenty of private, onsite parking at the Sparhawk Mill for our guests. Handicapped spots are available, as well as a ramp to the door, and lowered ADA bar.
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Phone:
207.847.0566​
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Email:
info@thegarrisonmaine.com
ABOUT US
Chef / Owner
Christian Hayes
Over a decade after they launched Dandelion Catering, Maine natives Christine and Christian Hayes built The Garrison, an intimate dining room and bar surrounded by the rushing Royal River on both sides.
Chef Christian Hayes and his team serve his brand of "thoughtful food" inspired by Mediterranean and Asian cuisine.
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Since day one, outside the dining room lies an ever growing garden that is planted, managed, and harvested by Mike. Besides his touch in the kitchen, Mike brings a wealth of agricultural knowledge that will allow The Garrison's garden program to grow bigger with each season. Mike credits most of his achievements to the 1996 Sega Saturn multi-genre game, Mr. Bones.
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As is the case with Mike, Jay has been an integral part of The Garrison kitchen since months before the doors opened. He brings a wealth of experience, from corporate hotels to independent restaurants. He prides himself in beginning each day with, eyes closed, two consecutive listens to multi-Grammy award winning Smooth by Carlos Santana featuring Rob Thomas from Matchbox Twenty. ​
Jay Meyer //
Sous Chef
Michael Levesque //
Cook / Farm Director
Ben Douglass //
Mis Master
WATCH
Watch Zach Boyce's short film on the opening of The Garrison.
Heads up, there's a couple swear words.
READ
PPH : At The Garrison, ‘thoughtful’ food you won’t soon forget
Nov 2019 READ STORY
Maine Magazine - Chef Christian Hayes
July 2019 READ STORY
The 11 Hottest Restaurants in Maine Right Now
July 31, 2019 READ STORY
‘Chopped’-winning chef opens new restaurant in Yarmouth
July 29, 2019 READ STORY
‘Pork on the Brain’ pays off for Yarmouth chef
March 27, 2018 READ STORY
Maine chef was eating humble pie long before 'Chopped' victory
March 22, 2018 READ STORY
NPR: Giving Thanks w/ Chef Christian Hayes
March 22, 2018 READ STORY
Father, daughter to deliver Thanksgiving meals to Maine families in need
Nov 2019 READ STORY
