American Flatbread in Rockport
American Flatbread, owned by Bobby Morgan and managed by Allison Warren, is a mainstay in Camden’s dining scene. Since opening on July 4, 2015, this beloved spot has become known for its wood-fired pizzas, locally sourced ingredients, and strong community ties. Bobby’s 26-year history with the Flatbread company combined with Allison’s operational expertise ensures that every visit feels like a warm welcome.
The heart of American Flatbread is its clay oven—a symbol of the community’s involvement, as locals came together to help build it. This oven produces perfectly charred, crispy-yet-chewy pizzas that have become a favorite for both locals and visitors.
Unlike many seasonal restaurants in the area, American Flatbread is open seven days a week, year-round. As Bobby puts it, “People can rely on us. We don’t close for weeks at a time or shut down during the winter. We’re here.” It’s a promise the community has come to trust.
What makes American Flatbread stand out isn’t just the pizza—it’s the commitment to local sourcing and community impact. Fresh produce from Tenderwild Farm and Dooryard Farm, as well as beef from Aldermere Farm, ensures every bite is fresh and flavorful. Their house-made hot sauce, “Chachi Voodoo,” created by former employee Matt Siler, is a customer favorite and a nod to the restaurant’s creative roots.
American Flatbread’s family-friendly reputation is well-earned. Kids are given balls of pizza dough to play with at the table and are invited to color menu covers—small gestures that have become hallmarks of the experience.
Every Tuesday night, the restaurant hosts Benefit Bakes, where a portion of pizza sales is donated to a local nonprofit. Nonprofits also get a chance to set up donation tables and host raffles, often raising funds to support their cause. “We’ve been open for 10 years now, and we wouldn’t be here without this community,” says Bobby. “We’ve gone through the good, the bad, and everything in between together.”
Beyond the restaurant, American Flatbread also offers catering through its retrofitted school bus, which doubles as a mobile pizza kitchen. You’ll spot it at weddings, festivals, and events all over Midcoast Maine, bringing fresh, wood-fired pizzas right to the party.
Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly pizza night, a Benefit Bake to support a local cause, or a place to host your next event, American Flatbread is ready to welcome you in. With its wood-fired pizzas, local ingredients, and community-first spirit, it’s no wonder this place feels like home for so many in Camden.
FAMOUS FOR:
Their wood-fired pizzas cooked in a community-built clay oven, year-round service (open 7 days a week), locally sourced ingredients from Tenderwild Farm, Dooryard Farm, and Aldermere Farm, as well as the kid-friendly tradition of giving dough balls to children at the table. Don’t forget their cult-favorite house-made hot sauce, “Chachi Voodoo.”
ADDRESS:
399 Commercial Street in Rockport, Maine
HOURS:
Open 7 days: 11:30a-8p
WEBSITE:
americanflatbread.com
photos: Aaron Snow
