Friars’ Bakehouse
21 Central St, Bangor, ME, 04401
Friars’ Bakehouse Menu
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Diabetics at TGI Friday
If you're a diabetic, then you must be extra careful while dining at TGI Friday. Try the salad menu at TGI Friday to keep your sugar and sodium intake in check. Soups are great to keep you full and satisfied without munching on the unhealthy greased meat-based dishes on TGI Friday menu.
Foods to Avoid at TGI Friday for Diabetics:
Sugar and sodium intake are crucial if you have diabetes. While the salads are the best option for you at TGI Friday, it is recommended to avoid the Pecan-Crusted Chicken Salad containing over 1000 calories and 1,650mg sodium. Also, skip Warm Pretzels with Craft Beer-Cheese dipping sauce as it contains more than 3000mg sodium. It is wise to skip the dessert for diabetics, especially the Brownie Obsession topped with Vanilla ice cream, caramel sauce, and pecans.
Food Suggestions for Diabetics at TGI Friday
Mozzarella Sticks with Marinara Sauce
Nutritional Facts: 560 calories, 33g (Tans. Fat 1g & Sat. Fat 16g), 790mg sodium, 37g carbs, 2g sugar, 6g fiber, 27g Protein
Chicken Caesar Salad with Grilled Chicken (Lunch portion) with Caesar Dressing
Nutritional Facts: 310 calories, 28g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 6g), 800mg sodium, 38g carbs, 3g sugar, 2g fiber, 11g Protein
Kids Meal Chicken Sandwich
Nutritional Facts: 310 calories, 14g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 3.5g), 700mg sodium, 26g carbs, 3g sugar, 2g fiber, 22g Protein
Kid's Side - Seasoned Fries
Nutritional Facts: 320 calories, 16g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 3g), 810mg sodium, 40g carbs, 0g sugar, 5g fiber, 5g Protein
Kid's Side - Fresh Fruit
Nutritional Facts: 45 calories, 0g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 0mg sodium, 12g carbs, 10g sugar, 1g fiber, 1g Protein
Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® - Tea - English Breakfast
Nutritional Facts: 0 calories, 0g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 10mg sodium, 0g carbs, 0g sugar, 0g fiber, 0g Protein
Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® - Tea - Mint Green
Nutritional Facts: 0 calories, 0g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 10mg sodium, 0g carbs, 0g sugar, 0g fiber, 0g Protein
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High Blood Pressure at TGI Friday
Most foods served at TGI Friday are high in sodium and could be a health risk if you are concerned with your blood pressure levels. You can always opt for salads or soups. However, you must check the sodium levels in burgers, sandwiches, appetizers, and desserts before ordering.
Foods to Avoid at TGI Friday for High Blood Pressure
While the salads are healthy at TGI Friday, you must skip the Pecan-Crusted Chicken Salad. You should also avoid Jack Daniel's Ribs and Shrimp at TGI Fridays for its high sodium content. Appetizers are the best to ensure that you don't eat too much while dining outside. However, you must skip Warm Pretzels with Craft Beer-Cheese Dipping sauce as one serving of this contains over 3000mg sodium.
Food Suggestions for High Blood Pressure at TGI Friday
Caesar Salad with Breadstick with Caesar Dressing
Nutritional Facts: 440 calories, 31g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 7g), 720mg sodium, 33g carbs, 4g sugar, 3g fiber, 9g Protein
House Salad with Breadstick
Nutritional Facts: 220 calories, 8g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 3.5g), 330mg sodium, 29g carbs, 5g sugar, 3g fiber, 8g Protein
Kid's Dessert - Vanilla Ice Cream
Nutritional Facts: 460 calories, 26g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 17g), 170mg sodium, 39g carbs, 5g sugar, 0g fiber, 6g Protein
Kids Meal Pasta & Marinara
Nutritional Facts: 240 calories, 2g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 150mg sodium, 46g carbs, 7g sugar, 4g fiber, 9g Protein
Kid's Side - Carrots w/ Ranch 150
Nutritional Facts: 150 calories, 14g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 2.5g), 340mg sodium, 7g carbs, 3g sugar, 1g fiber, 1g Protein
Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® - Coffee - Black/Decaf
Nutritional Facts: 5 calories, 0g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 5mg sodium, 0g carbs, 0g sugar, 0g fiber, 0g Protein
Espresso
Nutritional Facts: 5 calories, 0g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 5mg sodium, 1g carbs, 0g sugar, 0g fiber, 0g Protein
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High Cholesterol at TGI Friday
Fat and calorie count are normally high at American diners and TGI Friday is no exception in that case. Too greasy and fried items will not only boost your calorie intake but also increase your bad cholesterol levels. You should make smart choices while dining at TGI Friday if you have cholesterol issues.
Foods to Avoid at TGI Friday for High Cholesterol
TGI Fridays are also famous for their ribs and steak. However, it is in the best interest of those concerned with high cholesterol to stay away from Jack Daniel's Ribs and Shrimp. Desserts are a big NO for you if you are worried about your high cholesterol levels. It is recommended to skip all kinds of desserts, especially the Brownie Obsession. You should also skip the meat burgers and sandwiches at TGI Fridays as these items are high in saturated fat which can elevate your LDL levels.
Food Suggestions to Maintain Cholesterol Level at TGI Friday
Traditional Wings BBQ
Nutritional Facts: 500 calories, 24g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 7g), 790mg sodium, 29g carbs, 24g sugar, 1g fiber, 44g Protein
Grilled Chicken Pecan & Blue Cheese Salad (Lunch portion)
Nutritional Facts: 480 calories, 21g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 5g), 870mg sodium, 30g carbs, 8g sugar, 10g fiber, 66g Protein
Chicken Fingers with Honey Mustard ((Hand-Breaded)
Nutritional Facts: 440 calories, 33g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 6g), 700mg sodium, 26g carbs, 8g sugar, 1g fiber, 11g Protein
Kid's Side - Side Salad
Nutritional Facts: 45 calories, 2g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 1g), 90mg sodium, 5g carbs, 1g sugar, 1g fiber, 2g Protein
Kid's Side - Mandarin Oranges
Nutritional Facts: 60 calories, 0g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 10mg sodium, 14g carbs, 14g sugar, 1g fiber, 1g Protein
Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® - Tea - Apricot
Nutritional Facts: 0 calories, 0g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 10mg sodium, 0g carbs, 0g sugar, 0g fiber, 0g Protein
Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf®
Nutritional Facts: 0 calories, 0g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 10mg sodium, 0g carbs, 0g sugar, 0g fiber, 0g Protein
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Q & A on TGI Friday
Can Vegans eat on TGI Friday?
TGI Friday has launched Vegan food options The Beyond Meat Cheeseburger, fries and salads which can be enjoyed by vegan lovers. Though we would advise you to get confirmation from the server at the TGI Friday outlet before ordering the food item.
Does TGI Fridays have vegetarian food?
TGI Friday have options of burgers made from plant-based ingredients which are grilled and seasoned with cheddar cheese, red onions, tomatoes, pickles and lettuce. One can also go for fries, salads or juices.
Does TGI Friday have happy hours?
The happy hour on TGI Friday happens every Friday. Chief marketing officer of TGI Friday says that “people now don't operate on a 9 to 5 schedule”. Thus the company is giving out one whole day when customers can enjoy their favourite meal at pocket-friendly rates.
Is TGI Friday closed on holidays?
TGI Friday is opened on most of the holidays except Easter Sunday and Christmas Day.
What are TGI Friday Opening and Closing Time?
The American restaurant chain is established on some of the largest cities like Miami, Las Vegas, Boston, New York, Atlanta, Dallas, Houston etc. TGI Friday regular restaurant hours from Monday to Sunday is 11:00 AM – 01:00 AM.
How do I find the nearest TGI Friday Restaurant?
There are over 800 TGI Friday restaurants in the United States. The best way to search the nearest TGI Friday location is by using our Restaurant Listings Directory.
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About TGI Friday
TGI Friday is a casual dining American restaurant chain founded in 1965. The term “TGI” is an acronym for Thank God It's and together the name of the restaurant is often announced as Thank God It's Friday. Over the years of its existence, the TV commercials and other advertisement streams have also twisted the phrase a bit and used it as Thank Goodness It's Friday. The restaurant serves alcoholic beverages primarily. However, they are also known for their low-carbohydrate and low-fat menu items to promote a healthy lifestyle. TGI Friday also offers gluten-free items on its menu for those with gluten intolerance.
Besides the cool name, TGI Friday also has an interesting background story of its origin. The founder of the restaurant Alan Stillman lived in a New York-based neighbourhood full of a young crowd, especially girls from the airline and fashion industry. He started the first TGI Friday restaurant in New York in the hope of meeting single women as there weren't any such public place for young men and women to meet. He invested $5000 on his own and borrowed another $5000 from his mother to buy a bar named The Good Tavern and renamed the premise to Thank God It's Friday, inspired from an expression during his time at Bucknell University.
Healthy Food Options at TGI Friday
TGI Friday is a casual dining American restaurant chain serving burgers, sandwiches, steaks & ribs, salads, soups, and desserts. You got to be somewhat cautious while dining at TGI Friday if you are health conscious. You can always opt for light items such as salads or soups to start with. You can also prefer seafood over chicken or other meat to ensure a healthy meal at TGI Friday.
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Address :
21 Central St
Bangor, ME, 04401 - Phone (207) 947-3770
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Opening Hours
- Tue
Specialities
- Delivery : No
Accepts Credit Cards : No
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
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Shohei I.
A hidden gem of downtown Bangor. Friendly. Apple strudel muffin is amazing. Decent coffee. -1 for short business hours.
(4)Steven W.
It's not often you can find a place that feeds your mind spiritually as you fill your body. We left with smiles and warmth. I recommend it for your travels.
(5)Sixty-One H.
Perfect scones and good coffee, a gem in Bangor. The soup smelled good. Simple, hearty food, made just right. Loved the creepy-beautiful religious décor.
(5)Kevin W.
Small place but not extremely crowded. Has a strange feeling to it with the monks serving and bussing tables. They are really nice though. The prices are reasonable. I would recommend eating it to go because it's really small inside. The food is average. The bread was good. Don't get the lobster roll. The grilled cheese was ok.
(3)Linh N.
Friars' was one of the must visit spots on my list in Bangor. I came into the shop not having much of an expectation since it was just a bakehouse and how well can friars bake? Apparently, extremely well. This place only opens from Tuesday to Friday and only at weird hours, so roughly around 8am til 2pm is what I always had in mind. The boyfriend and I came around lunch time and it was perfect since they just rolled out the sandwiches and soups. The friars were so polite, funny and friendly. The seatings were pretty much communal style. We ordered the Haddock Chowder, Ham and Cheese Sandwich, iced coffee and arnold palmer. The food absolutely blew my mind. The chowder tasted clean and full of haddock, the sandwich was ginormous and was filled with ham which wasn't salty at all, iced coffee was brewed nicely, arnold palmer was refreshing. We left very content and got a whoopie pie and Mexican Sweet Bread to go. Later that day, we had the whoopie pie, it was good but the filling tasted different, it wasn't too sweet but they definitely added something to make it taste different. It's not a bad taste but it was interesting and makes you question it. The best thing was the Mexican sweet bread, the absolute best bread ever. So soft and fluffy with the right amount of sugar and cinnamon on the top. It was great even the next time. We didn't even tie up the bag the bread was in and it still tasted like it was freshly baked. I will never underestimate friars and their skills now. They make killer bread.
(5)Jess P.
Heavenly bread! And they are right, a DANK ass whoopie pie, certainly the best I've had. They brew a Whoopie Pie beer, but they can't sell it there, but just go down the street to Bangor Wine and Cheese and pick it up. Prices are very reasonable here for lunch! I got a zesty tomato soup with gnocchi and a roll. The roll was the best part! The soup was good, but only had 2-3 gnocchis in it (boo) and was too salty, maybe TOO zesty for my taste. But I'm still a big fan. If I lived in the area, I would buy my bread from them and probably try their sandwiches, which looked really good. Rock on with your bad selves, Friars.
(4)Laura H.
Don't be fooled by the unprepossessing look of this place. Sure, there are some rules to follow, but you'll wind up with a terrific dining experience, a full tummy, and an insatiable desire for more of their whoopie pies. Cash or check only, no cell phones, odd hours, and no whining or crankiness! Friars' Rules! The prices are unbelievably affordable, the food is wonderful, and the whoopie pies will make you want to move to Bangor. Permanently. The grilled cheese that I had was buttery and delicious, on their thick-sliced bread. If you Like them on Facebook, they post their hours and daily menu specials. There are usually about five to choose from, so plan your time in Bangor accordingly to try them all! And get a whoopie pie (or several!) every time!
(5)Matt R.
This is as close as you'll ever get me to 'going to church.' I had the Mexican bread, which was basically like a giant pan dulce or concha with cinnamon. It was fresh and soft. I do not recommend eating this in place that you don't want to make a gigantic mess of sugar and cinnamon. It has 'ant bait' written all over it. I had also had the pleasure of having a couple bottles of their whoopie pie beer. This was amazing. I've had a lot of good beers in my life and this is definitely in the running for top spot. Most monks brew Belgium style beers, which I am not a huge fan of. I assumed because of the bottle style and source, that this would be more like a chocolate infused Belgium beer. It definitely drinks like a solid porter. Very, very rich body and a strong chocolate flavor. I recommend this shop for anyone with a sweet tooth for fresh baked goods and delicious beer (to go.)
(5)Christa H.
This is a really interesting dining experience and I highly recommend checking it out. The bakehouse has very strange hours so keep that in mind when planning to visit. Cell phones are forbidden inside and they only accept cash or checks. All seating is community style and since the place is small, be prepared to sit with strangers. It's quiet inside except for the chanting religious music. The menu is small and the prices are good. I had a grilled cheese and tomato sandwich that was so big I couldn't finish it. The bread was cut very thick and toasted to perfection. My boyfriend ordered a sandwich called a donair that reminded me of a gyro except this one in Canadian in origin. It had pieces of meat loaf, tomato and onion with a garlic sauce all wrapped in a hand-tossed flatbread. He seemed to really enjoy it because it disappeared quickly. Besides lunch options, they are also a bakery. I bought a loaf of Brother's bread and it was amazing. It's crusty on the outside and chewy on the inside. I wish I had also gotten one of the sticky buns because they looked amazing.
(4)Robert G.
It was an interesting place and the Friar that we ordered from was real nice but I think there is a lot of undeserved hype about this place. Yelpers seem to give extra credit for "cute", out of the ordinary places. Judged purely on the "grilled" cheese and tomato sandwich, which seemed more toasted than grilled, this is just average food. To be fair will try it again sometime, order something different and try a bakery item.
(3)Susan C.
I Went to Friar's bake house with a friend recently and had a really good grilled ham and cheese on homemade bread that is made onsite. There was about 2 1/2 " of ham on the sandwich and it was really good and the price is awesome!!! Took some homemade bread home and it was great as well. Menu is limited and changes daily but choices are great. Community tables so find a seat where ever you can, turn off your cell phone (or they will make you leave) and enjoy!!!! Odd hours so check before you go!!
(5)Ann S.
Oh wow. I got the pumpkin spice muffin and the hubby got the "mortal sin-a-mon" roll and two cups of hot apple cider to eat there. Both were delicious and then I saw they put out some of their famous whoopie pies. We got two for the road. Well, the parking lot because we wanted to be out sight before downing those babies so as not to be accused of gluttony. Quite possibly THE most perfect whoopie pie ever. Spongy chocolate cake, sweet creamy filling. The closest to heaven on Earth as you'll get.
(5)Samantha E.
Definitely the best thing we had in our short stay in Bangor. We came in for breakfast and tried out the Mexican sweet bread, a sticky bun, whoopie pie, challah bread, and Portuguese sweet bread. Everything was fresh and amazing! The monks were really pleasant too and in the end, we also bought some of their homemade jams. If we had been around at lunch we definitely would have tried out their regular menu. Just remember, they aren't open for dinner!
(4)Sandy B.
I try to stop here for lunch whenever I'm in Bangor. Sandwiches are huge (bring a friend to share it or take half home), soup is delicious and the corn bread is yummy. Each day there are different sandwich and soup choices. I like the homemade lemonade and cookies. If you enjoy the bread, there are loaves to take home. This is the only place where the cashier said "bless you" after making change for me. There's something nice about that.
(5)Kate E.
Love this place!! They have great sandwiches during the day, the best bread around and lovely staff. I like the long tables and the random conversations that pop up. Feels like coming home... but with better food!! :-)
(5)Elizabeth S.
The Friar's Bakehouse is a great casual lunch stop. The food is always hot and plentiful (anyone who has ever been there can attest!) and, while often simple ingredients, it is always yummy. I've never had a bad meal. The menu is limited and changes daily. It's not the place for those who depend on routine! Make sure to leave room for a post-meal treat. I do believe they make the best chocolate chip cookies on the planet. Yes, they are that good. The Brothers have a no cell phone rule. So you better put it on silent and be prepared to stop texting!
(4)Sarah S.
Holy cornbread batman!! Yum!
(4)Teresa C.
It is rare that I catch them when they are open but when I do I am always so very happy with the food and experience. The Friars are always warm and welcoming and the atmosphere is set up so people actually enjoy the food and company they are with. The tables are set up family style with pitchers of water and all cell phones and outside distractions are respectively asked to be turned off. Plus, the Friars know how to make delicious food, bread and treats.
(5)Robby C.
Stayed in Bangor, Maine when we went to Acadia National Park. Explored the city one day and came across Friars' Bakehouse. Best stop we made in Bangor. Loved the sticky buns! It was awesome. Next time we go to Bangor, we have to stop here for a sticky bun....and bring some home to NYC.
(5)Cathy C.
The Friar's Bakehouse, as the name indicates, is owned and operated by catholic monks. Due to this, there are several unusual features about the restaurant: - The hours that the bakehouse is open are limited and the restaurant is sometimes closed for days at a time. - The decor is exclusively religious and catholic in nature with crosses and virgin Mary's, so if you are offended by that, no need to eat there. On the other hand, the monks who work there will never try to talk religion with you or proselitize you in any way so don't avoid it just because of the religious affiliation. - The sign on the door requests no use of cell phones. This is supposed to be a time to sit and relax and talk and get away from the constant electronic chatter. Of course, you could choose to leave your cell phone or other devices on and ignore the sign, but considering there will be a large friar in full monk habit three yards away, looking at you, and everyone in the establishment will turn and stare at you in disapproval, I wouldn't recommend it, lol. - They only accept CASH. No credit cards! This is unusual and if, like many people nowadays, you only carry plastic, it can be a problem. The food can best be described as "hearty": Whenever I eat there, I think of someone being brought in out of the dark and cold and being given a steaming hot, hearty meal by the generous monks. Okay so this image may be somewhat romantic but I think it accurately describes the sentiment of the fare: There are no delicate herbs or unusal aromas here: The food is hot, it is good and it is plentiful.
(3)Julie G.
The lobster roll was pure lobster meat on very tasty bread. Best whoopie pies I've had in a long time. Love that it is a "no cell phones" establishment. Catholic decor reminds me of the the Semana Santa bars in Seville, Spain on a non-alcoholic Bangor scale.
(5)Paul H.
This noon they had three and only three choices on the menu, and that's about the norm. Chicken Corn Chowder was good, thin with broth rather than thick with cream, but tasty. The Thanksgiving Night Sandwich was also very good, nice fresh bread piled with deli Turkey slices, dressing, gravy, cranberry sauce. We didn't try the Reuben, but there sure wasn't anything to eat here today if you are vegetarian. Muffins looked better than they tasted (sorry but those tiny Maine blueberries have very little flavor), and the whoopie pies were hand-made (not cake mix) but had a too-sweet filling (though i like it sweet). They also had some scones, and some cookies, and lots of loaves of bread. That's it. Pretty hard to screw up when you have only a few things on the menu. Any place that does a few things right deserves 3 solid stars, but not five. Sorry. Also, they have three tables. Each table sits 4 people comfortably but has chairs for six persons. Not exactly a nice spot to enjoy lunch, but good for takeout.
(3)Scott N.
The absolute best place to eat in Maine! The menu changes daily and is very short; usually 2 soups and one sandwich. All of the items are awesome and the portions are huge! Everything is made and served by the friars; it makes me feel like I'm Robin Hood! The baked good are incredible; the bread, the woopie pies, the blueberry muffins, and the brownies. The atmosphere is great for meeting strangers because the tables are shared and the music is very soothing. Turn your cell phone off when you enter!
(5)Eric S.
If you want to get your money's worth, this is the place to go. The sandwiches taste great. Not relying on gimmicky names or overly fancy fillers in their sandwiches, you get what you ask for - and a lot of it. No frills, good food. The line can get long at lunchtime, but the wait is worth it and you're not going to get friendlier service in town.
(5)Caitlin C.
their whoopie pies are absolutely divine. i really cannot lavish enough praise on them, so you'll just have to check them out yourself. their soups and sandwiches are also freshly made and delicious. i always make an effort to pay them a visit when i am visiting my family. do keep in mind that sometimes they are closed for periods of time because the Friars are on leave.
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