Bring the bike, leave a bra: Bentley's Saloon, Arundel

I was sorry I had partied a little too hard the night before. I was
sorry they had a Bloody Mary bar but no mimosas.

But mostly I was sorry I hadn't started out here the night before.
First off, Bentley's is ginormous. There's an average sized room when
you enter, with a full bar and plenty of tables. As you head toward the
back there's a huge room, complete with another bar, multiple tables and
a stage. Hanging from the ceiling? A mix of bike memorabilia and bras.

(For the record, I left with mine still on!) There's a big silver pig
showcased in the middle of one very large table and rumor has it patrons
have been known to climb aboard after one too many. Head even further
back through the doors and there is a huge outdoor space, completely
fenced in, with yet another bar and picnic tables galore.

So, yeah, I may have received a look when I grunted at the bartender's
"no champagne" response, but I recovered quickly and acted like I parked
my bike out back just like the rest of the crowd. After all, this is
Maine's famous biker bar, not some high end cafe in the Old Port.

With multiple bars inside and out, and beer stations set up throughout
the huge space when it's busy, all your drinking needs are covered at
Bentley's. I counted more than 12 draft beers and 25 bottled varieties
before my A.D.D. kicked in. There is also wine by the glass or bottle,
and the bars are fully stocked with liquor choices.

Everybody has to eat and Bentley's serves a full menu with plenty of
apps, burgers and a few entrees. Almost every day of the week there is a
different food special: Stir fry night on Monday; all-you-can-eat fish
and chips on Tuesday; and wing night on Wednesday. Stop in for the pig
roast on Saturday or lobster dinner nights on Sunday. Saturday and
Sunday also feature an $8 all-you-can eat breakfast buffet (try the
omelet station and the Bloody Mary bar).

If you're looking for entertainment, Bentley's has that, too. Expect
music Wednesday through Sunday, including weekly karaoke and open mic
nights. Check out the entertainment schedule at www.bentleyssaloon.com.

Like many tourist-attracting restaurants Bentley's has a popular gift
shop and motel attached. But there's something else really cool - a
campground. Whether you've had a few too many or need a place to rest
during a two-wheeled road trip, they have you covered.

It's no surprise that Bentley's is a local favorite and a main
attraction for bikers visiting Maine during tourist season. So grab your
hog friends and see what all the fuss is about. And don't forget to
bring a tent.

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