I might be a certified meat-eater, but I do enjoy putting down the drumstick and pulled pork from time to time, especially since it's a much healthier way of living. I also just gave up meat for Lent, so I have become very interested in Maine's vegetarian restaurant community.

Fortunately, there are a wealth of options statewide, including one of Maine's most iconic spots that can be found in the coastal town of Belfast. And it just so happens that restaurant has been named one of the best in country.

The folks over at Taste of Home recently put out a list of the best vegan and vegetarian restaurant in every state. The site's choice for Maine was Chase's Daily in Belfast.

Chase's Daily via Facebook
Chase's Daily via Facebook
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Chase's Daily is a popular joint for both locals and tourists alike. The restaurant's history dates all the way back to the late 1960s, when the Chase family first moved to Maine and started farming. The younger generations would continue this, but also start baking. It only made sense for the family to take a run at a restaurant, which originally opened in 2000.

Chase's Daily is located right in the heart of Belfast, making it one of the town's centerpieces. It's truly an ideal location for those enjoying a day of shopping or just sightseeing in and around the beautiful town.

Chase's Daily via Facebook
Chase's Daily via Facebook
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The food at Chase's is exquisite. I should know, I have been there. I even walked in not knowing it was vegetarian. I remember hammering a pizza and tacos, not leaving one crumb. It was so fresh and absolutely delicious, a true and local farm-to-table experience that we all dream about.

Don't just take my word for it. Here's a little of why Taste of Home chose them as Maine's best vegetarian spot, and how it's a more unique than other joints.

Hit the farmer’s market, swing by the florist and then stop by your favorite meat-free eatery for a tofu scramble. Or, tackle all three at once simply by heading to Chase’s Daily. This family-run operation is a grower, grocer and local go-to for vegetarian brunch on Sundays.

Talk about a full-court press. The place has a little bit of everything, including fresh produce and a bakery, along with a full brunch menu to enjoy. You can even pre-order pizza to pick up on Friday nights. Every town deserves a Chase's Daily.

It's great to see such a unique Maine family-run business get the recognition it deserves. One that achieved success through hard work and a dream. And one that has lasted generations.

Congrats to Chase's Daily on this recognition. I can't recommend a trip there enough, especially since it's in one of Maine's most underrated towns. So, forget about the meat for a meal, and simply enjoy what this wonderful Earth can provide us.

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