Popular Jay, Maine, Restaurant on ‘America’s Best Restaurants’ Show

"America's Best Restaurants" came to Jay, Maine, and stopped at My Dad's Place.

We should first unpack exactly what "America's Best Restaurants" is and where can you watch episodes.

Let's break it down.

What is "America's Best Restaurants"?

According to Restaurant News, "ABR" is a national media and marketing company focusing on local, independently-owned restaurants around the country.

The show airs solely on social media like the Facebook page of the restaurant "ABR" visited and on "America’s Best Restaurants" YouTube channel. They started hitting the road in 2021.

They want to highlight local, independent restaurants with a story to tell. Restaurants love being on this show!

Why is the bar and grill called My Dad's Place in Jay, Maine?

The owners of My Dad's Place, Lynn, and Matt called it that for a good reason. The location used to be Lynn's dad's old convenience store. When Matt saw a for sale sign on it, they talked it over and decided to jump in with both feet in 2005.

It hasn't always been easy, but with family helping and the people of Jay, Maine - it makes it all worth it.

One thing is for sure. When you watch them make a steak grilled cheese with garlic mayo, you want to make the trip to Jay wherever you are.

"ABR" has been to 8 different local small restaurants in Maine, and it's a great way to learn more about a restaurant you have been thinking about going to.

If you've got a restaurant that would be perfect for this show, let them know!