Neighborhood Market & Takeout Restaurant

Handy Stop is more than just a convenience store. We offer takeout food, fresh groceries, and more located just off of I-95 in Howland, Maine.

Neighborhood Market & Takeout Restaurant

Handy Stop is more than just a convenience store. We offer takeout food, fresh groceries, and more located just off of I-95 in Howland, Maine.

Why Choose Handy Stop

At The Handy Stop, we offer a large variety of food and beverage options.
We want to be a convenient place for you to swing in and grab whatever you need!

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One Stop Shop For Essentials

The Handy Stop’s goal is to serve as a convenient place for the residents of Penobscot County and those passing through to get what they need. Whether it’s picking up ingredients for dinner or grabbing a bite to eat, we’ve got you covered.

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Serving Locals And Visitors

The Handy Stop is conveniently located right off of exit 217 on I-95 North which makes it an accessible stop on your way in or out of town. The Handy Stop welcomes all customers to stop in!

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Locally Owned And Operated

The Handy Stop is proudly owned by a native to the Howland area. He makes it the Handy Stop’s priority to not only give back to the community, but make the store a hometown favorite.

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Onsite Deli & Restaurant

If we’re open, we’re cooking. From breakfast sandwiches to hand tossed pizza, we’re constantly offering hot and cold deli options. Sandwiches are made fresh daily and deli meats and cheeses are available by the pound. Stop in for a quick bite or call ahead for an order.

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Hand Tossed Pizza

The Handy Stop takes great pride in their pizzas! They are hand tossed and made with fresh ingredients, every time. Whether you’re keeping it simple with classic ingredients or changing it up with our specialty options, we will make sure it’s made with love.

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Professional Onsite Butcher

The Handy Stop has an extremely knowledgeable butcher on staff. Errol Libby brings twenty years of meat cutting experience to the team. He is happy to cut anything to your exact requests. Please don’t hesitate to ask him about any suggestions for preparing specific meats. Errol is available at the store Wednesday through Sunday.

Takeout Restaurant

At the Handy Stop, we offer hot fresh options to order. We make hand-tossed pizza to order. We have fresh salads, sandwiches, burgers, and irresistible fried food. If you’re in a rush, we keep hot and deli options ready for you to swing in and grab on the go. Take a look at our takeout menu for specifics on everyday items or call for any specialties!

Takeout Restaurant

At the Handy Stop, we offer hot fresh options to order. We make hand-tossed pizza to order. We have fresh salads, sandwiches, burgers, and irresistible fried food. If you’re in a rush, we keep hot and deli options ready for you to swing in and grab on the go. Take a look at our takeout menu for specifics on everyday items or call for any specialties!

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Meat Counter

Come in and check out our meat counter! We have an onsite, experienced butcher which means we’re here cutting fresh meat, every day. We offer a full line of USDA choice beef, poultry, and pork. If you’re looking for something special, please let us know. We can accommodate small or large requests! Some of our specialties include gourmet burgers, hand-cut steaks, fresh ground beef, handmade sausage, marinated chicken and beef kabobs, stuffed pork chops, chicken cordon bleu, and seasonal holiday roasts.

Meat Counter

Come in and check out our meat counter! We have an onsite, experienced butcher which means we’re here cutting fresh meat, every day. We offer a full line of USDA choice beef, poultry, and pork. If you’re looking for something special, please let us know. We can accommodate small or large requests! Some of our specialties include gourmet burgers, hand-cut steaks, fresh ground beef, handmade sausage, marinated chicken and beef kabobs, stuffed pork chops, chicken cordon bleu, and seasonal holiday roasts.

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Beer, Wine & Soft Drinks

At The Handy Stop, we want for you to experience new craft and local beers or pick up your favorites. We also have a selection of wines, including local favorites. We carry a large variety of soda, energy drinks, tea, and more. We have something for everyone!

Beer, Wine & Soft Drinks

At The Handy Stop, we want for you to experience new craft and local beers or pick up your favorites. We also have a selection of wines, including local favorites. We carry a large variety of soda, energy drinks, tea, and more. We have something for everyone!

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Tobacco & Lottery

The Handy Stop carries a large selection of cigarettes, tobacco, and cigars. If you’re feeling lucky, we carry all of the daily lottery games as well as an extensive assortment of instant games.

Tobacco & Lottery

The Handy Stop carries a large selection of cigarettes, tobacco, and cigars. If you’re feeling lucky, we carry all of the daily lottery games as well as an extensive assortment of instant games.

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Dairy, Produce & Grocery

We offer everyday essentials to round out your meal plans. Whether you’re putting together a salad or planning a side dish for tonight’s dinner, we have you covered. The Handy Stop has fresh vegetables, milk, cheese, and eggs as well as frozen meals and seafood. If you’re looking for a sweet treat we have a large selection of ice cream, pastries, and donuts.

Dairy, Produce & Grocery

We offer everyday essentials to round out your meal plans. Whether you’re putting together a salad or planning a side dish for tonight’s dinner, we have you covered. The Handy Stop has fresh vegetables, milk, cheese, and eggs as well as frozen meals and seafood. If you’re looking for a sweet treat we have a large selection of ice cream, pastries, and donuts.

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High Praise From Our Customers

We care about our customer’s input and appreciate your feedback! Thanks for choosing Handy Stop!

Locally Owned & Operated

Neighborhood Market & Takeout Restaurant