The 15 best spots for clam chowder in Ogunquit

My first time in Maine and this was the restaurant we chose to eat at. I must say that the view is absolutely wonderful if you can be seated out on the patio. The lobster roll was extremely good along with the whole lobster. It is a little bit expensive but it's worth it.

Just came back from lobstering, and wanted a big, hot meal, which is exactly what we got. I got the Buffalo chicken Mac and cheese, which was incredibly good. The clam chowder was also delicious, with just the right amount of clam. Excellent view, and I would definitely recommend this place.

Even on a cool, drizzly October day, this spot was a wonderful dining experience for some Maine experience. The waves were crashing nearby, boats rocking on the water outside the window. Inside were comfortable tables and good service. The drinks were tasty, followed by super fresh salads and incredibly buttery, tender mussels. The chowder had loads of class and potatoes. Lobster rolls were packed with whole lumps of claw meat in a perfectly toasted bun, and the fried clams were lightly battered and full of flavor. There are many dining options in this little coastal town, but I'm glad we opted for this one. Highly recommend!

I loved the 1.5 oz boiled lobster ( with 2 sides: baked potatoes and coleslaw) and the white wine & garlic sauced mussels. Very fresh. The complimentary rolls with salted butter was good too. Table with view of the sea and we were served by lovely waitress Jen.

Loved this place! Stopped for some food before venturing out on the Marginal Way. We both got baked scallops and we shared mussels. I also tried the rum punch and my husband got an espresso martini. Everything was delicious and staff was friendly and checked in often. Will be back again if we are ever in the area!

Delicious lobster roll, calamari, and rum punch! Our server was very kind and efficient - even with our two littles (2 & 4 yo). The outdoor seating was beautiful and looked out over the water. I would highly recommend to anyone coming into the area. Check out Perkins Cove, then head (or start?) at Barnacle Billy’s.

***IGNORE THE LOW STAR REVIEWS*** This place is the place to go, don’t even hesitate. The vibe the entrance, the way to order, the view, the rum punches and the steamers/food. Why would you even think twice. Staff is fantastic and the nostalgia of ordering, then paying at another station, they announce your number over the PA speaker, servers are fantastic - we had “Leah,” literally the best and just sit back and enjoy your time. I added a floater, bought a hat and basked in the full experience of this place. Classic and is a must-go every time you’re hear. You’re a fool to listen to the rest of the clowns complaining about parking, strollers and lights!!! 🦞🍹 ***BEST PLACE EVER***

Well run operation runs smoothly. Wait in line, place your order, eat and leave. Simple menu. Friendly staff. Clean. The key with this food is always freshness. Lobster rolls were perfection: we tried them with both mayo and melted butter. But, frankly, they don't need anything: that's how fresh the lobster meat is! Chowder is classic New England with NO thickeners. Crab rolls also terrific. Highly recommended

Fun atmosphere and quick service. Getting the daily special is the way to go. If you get the clams, they give you a small bowl of water. This is to rinse the residue grit on the clams. I wish I knew that before I ate my first clam. The ones after that were great!

Unfortunately was very disappointed with the food. Service was great and atmosphere is perfect lobster shack vibe. We tried steamers, clam chowder and lobster roll. Steamers were good and absolutely clean, not sandy. Clam chowder was very bland, had really no clam flavor and very little actual clams. Lobster roll was also disappointing. Very small pieces of lobster, seemed like mostly knuckle meat.

Dan is a he man !! Hardest working guy in Maine. The lobster roll was decent. The chips were great. The hamburger was out of this world. The pulled pork was a bit dry. The service was phenomenal !! Dan was hustling with the kitchen and serving everybody outside too.

While visiting the cute town of Ogunquit, we stopped for lunch at the Lobster Shack and it really hit the spot. Tried the clam chowder, lobster roll, crab cake sandwich, and haddock street tacos — all of it was super tasty. Everything was seasoned just right, and the homemade chips were a nice touch. Cute little spot with a laid-back coastal vibe. Would definitely go back.

Parking can be a bit of a challenge, especially during peak season. It’s on the pricier side for something marketed as a “shack,” but given how touristy the place is, it’s somewhat expected. We’ve had quite a few lobster rolls during our East Coast trip, and honestly, the one here wasn’t the best. The clam chowder that came with the meal was more watery than we’re used to—not bad, just different. The lobster stew had generous chunks of meat, but the cup was tiny and tasted mostly like cream. There’s plenty of indoor seating, which is nice, but when things get busy, the staff seemed a bit overwhelmed and not the most patient. Overall, a decent stop if you’re nearby, but probably not worth going out of the way for.

We stopped in here after walking the Marginal Way. We almost ate at the lobster shack next to this one, but then stumbled upon this restaurant with an inside and tables to sit at! They had a 2 1lb lobster meal on special that day so I tried it and the food was delicious! The service was also friendly and quick.

This was the absolute best place we have eaten at in a 5 day vacation. It has a huge bon fire outside but the staff and quality of food and taste is beyond words. We ordered the garlic parmesan chicken wings which were smoked and so meaty and tasty. Then for out entrees we had the smoked BBQ ribs and the smoked lobster. The smoked lobster is an absolute gem. You MUST TRY IT. We sat at the bar because we didn't want to wait for a table. The 2 bartenders were so nice and helpful with our selections. I wish we found this place earlier and not our last dinner. We would have eaten here at least 2 to 3 more times.

We had a great experience at Beach Fire Grill. From the moment we walked in, the staff made us feel welcome and well taken care of; friendly, attentive, and genuinely eager to make sure everything was perfect. The food was absolutely delicious. The baby back ribs were tender, flavorful, and fell right off the bone, while the New York strip steaks were cooked to perfection, juicy, seasoned beautifully, and full of flavor. Every bite showed real care and quality in the kitchen. It’s rare to find a place that gets both the food and the service so right. We’ll definitely be coming back soon and recommending Beach Fire Grill to friends and family!

The hostess and servers were friendly and attentive. Happy hour drinks and app were delicious. The baby back ribs were amazing! I highly recommend them!

We met friends at this Rt. 1 restaurant in Ogunquit, since we'd all driven by multiple times and wanted to enjoy the fire on early autumn evening. The fire pit doesn't actually have a place to put your drink down or eat an appetizer, so we just enjoyed a quick cocktail there before heading inside. The other option outside was a few picnic tables, but there are no heat lamps and they're too far from the fire to benefit from the heat, so the cooler temps forced our hand. Inside, it feels like a very casual local bar with friendly service. The place was buzzing on a week night in early October. We all got variations from the Smoked Meats and Burgers menu. The servings were good size, especially the Pulled Pork topped Fries. We also ordered the brisket platter, the Piggy Burger (pulled pork topped burger with bacon & cheddar) and The Beachfire Burger. The food was good and the meat was tender and moist. One of the group ordered a blueberry pie for dessert and we all commented that it was the smallest slice of pie we'd ever seen. The pie wasn't as good as the entrees, but it was decent, despite being undersized. Friendly service, casual atmosphere, a fun location with a cocktail menu and full bar, this is definitely a good place for a group. A solid choice in Ogunquit when you want something other than seafood. ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4 stars

Went there for the first time with a party of 6 and we were seated immediately. It was about 5pm on a Thursday night, so we were happy that their wasnt a wait even though they looked busy. The huge fire pit outside was cranked up and burning hot despite the rain. Our server was great, the apps came out quickly, and the food came out surprisingly quicker for a BBQ joint. Im used to longer wait times at places like this so that was a present surprise. Everyone, including the kids, loved their meals! The lobster mac is HUGE! Smoked wings and smoked lobster were the allstars for me! Loved every bite!

We really enjoyed our meal, family friendly and great for a couple. Good food and variety, nice atmosphere and friendly staff!

Great place after the beach. Excellent brisket!!! Large serving. Go hungry or share! The cheese fries were an amazing indulgence.

The location is right off the water with huge windows that brings in a lot of light. The interior is beach themed and the staff were quick to get us seated. There's public paid parking across the street. Got the hot with butter lobster roll that was very fresh and satisfying. For the price, I would have expected slightly more lobster, but if you're hungry, get the colossal. The fries were equally great and the coleslaw was refreshing.

It was pretty good, but not excellent. I felt like the lobster roll lacked some flavor. Pretty good, but I’ve had better. At $46 per lobster roll, I expected a little better flavor. Overall, not bad. I would say try it for yourself.

The staff was really friendly. They were kind and patient (not that we were a pain, but just with us asking about dietary restrictions). They were a bit slow. We didn't get an appetizer and regretted not getting one because the entrées took a while. The portions were a bit small but they give you a lotttt of fries if you get an entrée with fries. The blueberry pie was yummy, just a bit tart. For the banana split, they did not have whipped cream. They also did not put a cherry or the chocolate sauce. Overall, it was okay there. Nice view.

The food was very good. We had the lobster roll, lobster sliders, and they had chicken fingers for the kids. Our waitress was absent after taking our order. I had to ask the lady bussing tables for a condiment and shared a water with my kid after mine was gone because we never got refills. When it was time to take my money and clear the table for the next group, she reappeared like magic! They were busy but that’s no reason to forget about people.

Over priced for what we got. Clam chowder was good. Fisherman’s platter - mostly fries. Attaching picture. Just disappointing for $38. Kids cheeseburger had a long hair in it. Waygu burger - apparently was good! From a service standpoint, it took 45 minutes to get our food. They’re short staffed - they did have a sign at the front explaining this… but, my kids drinks were not refilled until I asked, my wife and I had beers - but we also had water. We had to ask for more water. We also, when we asked for our check were ready to go, were taken hostage while we had to wait for 15 minutes to get our check, to pay the bill, and tip the server… please let us leave when we asked to leave… Tough to spend almost $200 on lunch and have Sysco French fries & under seasoned seafood. View was great! Sadly, the white furniture, which is lovely for decor, was just dirty. Definitely a Negative impact on the atmosphere.

What an exceptional place to have a meal. Location is great, the views are great and the staff was really friendly. The lobster roll is as good as any. I always got hot both butter. The lobster roll was expensive but worth it.

Excellent place, amazing view and great food! The portions were generous and the seafood fresh. Our waitress, Gracie, was super friendly and gave an excellent service.

The seafood stew was so creamy, tender and delicious. The best lobster roll I ate while visiting Maine was here!! We ate here twice on vacation and the service was great both times. The stuffed lobster was a little dry but we were there at the end of the day. We enjoyed our experience both times we ate here.

We went here when we were on vacation in Wells. Their chowders are delicious. They have won many awards for their chowders. Their food is excellent and the fish is very fresh and everything is cooked to order. We ate there twice that's how much we enjoyed their food, service and atmosphere. I would suggest going after 7:00 p.m. to eliminate a long wait. Extremely busy during the summer months. Going in late September, October is not as busy and you don't have to deal with the crowds or wait times. Highly recommend if you are in this area. You won't be disappointed!!

Beautiful with a calming atmosphere. The food was amazing!! The clam chowder was excellent, the swordfish with citrus pesto was tasty and the drinks were perfect. We enjoyed the views as we ate our dinner. I highly recommend Billy's Chowder House.

Recently visited Maine for my wife's grandfather's 90th birthday. This was my second time visiting and I never enjoyed lobster during my first visit. So right off the plane I started searching online for a good whole lobster restaurant and found Billy's Chowder House in Wells. I think I hit the jackpot! The service was great and it was a nice, clean place. Reasonable prices too. The food was outstanding! I got a whole baked, stuffed lobster, along with a bowl of chowder. Unbelievably delicious. I'm 59 years old and this was my first whole lobster ever. The overall experience was fantastic. We couldn't be happier with our choice to come here and highly recommend Billy's for anyone looking for a great dining experience.

Had a gift card to use so we thought to try it out! Since I hadn't been before I had to try the clam chowder and fish and chips as my litmus test. Having tried dozens of chowders in my life I'll admit to being a self proclaimed snob about it. This chowder is a 2/5 ~at best~. I found the flavor to be superficial, and the texture more of a watered broth than creamy chowder. The clam was minced and little of it, but the potatoes were well done and bite sized. The fish and chips was much better! 4/5 with a light breading and dense but moist filet. The fries were mostly done to taste (I asked for extra crispy) and my wife's broiled seafood sampler was also very good. Overall value was lacking. Similar restaurants in york/Kittery I feel offer equally good food at more reasonable prices. Fried calamari alone is $18 and most entries are $20+. For two people with a soup salad and entry was $75 inc tax. I doubt I'll return.

Excellent find!!! Our usual stop was closed, so we tried here. What a gorgeous view of the marshes along with attentive staff- Thankyou to Samantha! The award-winning and tasty chowder was a classic style with butter and cream. The fried fish and chips came with 6 lightly battered, 1" square by @ 4 to 6 inches long sticks of haddock and a pile of perfectly crispy fries. My husband and I split those for lunch and each had a cup of either the clam or haddock chowder. We'll be back!

What a gem for a couple of tourists seeking chowder! Walked right in, seated in minutes, and served promptly. We enjoyed clam chowder, a lobster stuffed baked potato, and lobster cakes. Completing the meal with a fabulous Blueberry Shortbread sundae!

This was so much fun! George Howe was playing and he was very entertaining, had the whole place singing along. The food was delicious with huge portions and fast service. Best dining experience in Ogonquit!

Came in for a late night dinner. Clam chowder was loaded with clams! That was a pleasant surprise. We also split the Mac&cheese and still had a huge portion. This place was so good we came back for their extensive drink menu a couple days later. Awesome service.

Spinach artichoke dip was delicious, burger was tasty overall vibe is great and love the piano/live music upstairs. Loudness was only an issue because of one obnoxious person at the bar but the live piano was not bad at all and actually quite fun and nice Service was fine, not bad but not amazing or above and beyond but still fine We got 2 apps, 2 cocktails plus 1 corona the schnitzel and a burger and bill+tip was about $140-$150

I know this place is highly rated by reviews and some locals we talked to. But we found it didn’t hit the mark. The host greeted us warmly and that started out the evening well. But our service and food after that was average. The risotto was more on the undercooked and crunchy side and both that and the mac and cheese were average in flavor. The server never came back to ask if our food was good and didn’t ask if we wanted anything else before bringing our check. We’re not overly demanding with high expectations but going to a place with a reputation like this you do think you’ll have great food and friendly service.

We made reservations for a birthday lunch today that got missed all together! Assuming you can make it through the front door, there's enough room for two people and it feels really awkward (I seriously doubt it meets code). Our waitress was clueless and nowhere to be found. Let's get to the food, should we? My g.f. ordered fish tacos that according to her were the absolute worst she ever had. I can get the same or better burger at any sub shop and it will cost me half of what I paid. Lobster mac & cheese was barely ok. We ended up wasting $150 at TFP (we had no drinks) but this was one and done. BTW, hire and electrician to install the lights properly. This and the restaurant across the street are clearly cash cows for the owners.

Fun place. Here's what to know: for the piano bar, which is upstairs, you can't make reservations; they just fill the space with voices to sing along with the pianist. They don't serve food up there. There are not nearly enough tables to sit at. There is a small video screen at the far wall, showing what's happening at the actual piano bar. Otherwise, you can't see the pianist. People really do get into the singing, creating a friendly, communal vibe. Some of the tables are large, encouraging strangers to sit together if they don't want to stand. We needed food though, so we left after a few songs once my glass of wine was empty.

Stopped by The Front Porch Piano Bar & Restaurant on our first night in Ogunquit (such a cute town!). Parking was definitely limited, but once we got in, the staff was super friendly and welcoming. We grabbed seats at the bar by the window, which was a great spot to relax and people-watch. Drinks were good (a little on the pricey side), and the food was great! Such a fun and lively place — would definitely come back!

We really enjoyed Fisherman’s Catch on our trip to Wells Beach. The haddock sandwiches were a touch in the bland side, but fried to perfection. The shrimp cocktail and fried clams were simply wonderful. They were matched for the best lobster roll prices we could find, and it was a good one! Photos are the view across the street while we waiting for our take out order. The wait wasn’t too, too long, but we got a nice stroll in.

This was a great place to have a nice sit down seafood meal. This place is always very busy. We got the opportunity to sit outside and it was amazing! The food was delicious! The cold slaw was really good! Lobster was excellent! Service was friendly and pretty fast considering how busy this place was. I was very happy we got to visit this restaurant this time around! I would recommend!

Fisherman’s Catch is everything you’d hope for in a small-town coastal seafood restaurant — and then some. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with warm smiles and friendly service that made us feel right at home. The atmosphere is exactly what you’d picture in a classic Maine seafood spot: casual, welcoming, and filled with the mouthwatering scent of fresh seafood. The prices were surprisingly reasonable, and the portions were absolutely incredible — generous, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. Every bite tasted fresh and delicious, the kind of meal that makes you want to come back again before you’ve even left. And don’t skip dessert. Seriously. It was the perfect sweet finish to an already outstanding meal. Located in a town with deep fishing roots, Fisherman’s Catch captures the heart of coastal Maine — simple, authentic, and full of charm. This place easily earns all five stars and a spot on our must-visit list whenever we’re in the area.

Get there at around 7:50pm, they still took my to-go order. Have ordered lobster dinner and a corn. The lobster tastes really good, even without any source. It’s really juicy and fresh. The price is also reasonable. They also gives buzz pager to customers so that we could get notified when the food is ready. It is really convenient. Plenty of parking outside of restaurant(avoid peak hours).

Friendly servers and updated dining spaces and restrooms with a traditional Maine menu. The lobster rolls were smaller than expected and they were out of the day's soup and wouldn't bake or grille the fish (only fried.) The blueberry lemonade and bread pudding were amazing, and the views of the marsh are spectacular. Prices are pricey but expected.

A must visit. Yes, there will most likely be a wait, but the good news is that there's a bar you can order from🎊...So, grab a drink and an appetizer while you wait so you don't get hangry! Lobster tacos were phenomenal, and so were the truffle waffle fries and the truffle lobster roll 🦞 oh, and that blueberry vodka lemonade hit the spot. 🍋 You're welcome! There was live music, and our server was delightful. 🥰

I LOVE SEAFOOD 🍣! First time here and we sat in the trolley car and live music started! Nice mix, Calamari, Lobster 🦞 Roll, steamers, Fish n chips, burgers and dogs for the kids 😂. Great staff which can be a challenge for a lot of vacation restaurants. View and a nice breeze while seated in the Trolley.

We stopped here on our way up to visit family a little bit further north in Maine. I have to admit, we were in comfortable traveling clothes and upon arriving, realized we were quite underdressed for this restaurant. I was very thankful to all of the staff for treating us equitably. Our waitstaff was very knowledgeable about the menu, kind, and efficient. The food was a bit on the expensive side, but worth every penny because it was perfectly plated and delicious. Note: The menu online is a sample menu. This means that it may not be exactly the same as in the restaurant. One of my travel companions was excited about a burger on the menu online, but there was no burger/sandwich section on the menu in the restaurant. Just a quick note to keep in mind before you try this place out.

What an absolute perfect spot for a date night. Our waitress was extremely friendly and helpful in describing menu items. We couldn't choose between the arancini and meatballs appetizers so we got both! I'm so glad we did. Both were just delightful. For our mains we got the bolognese and gnocchi entrees. Both were devine. Fresh flavors and ingredients. Rounding things out with the pumpkin bread pudding and an espresso martini! We already can't wait to go back.

One of the best meals we have ever had! House made bread was perfection, and everything was so incredibly delicious!

The food is very delicious. Clam chowder is creamy by not overly thick full of clams. The roasted halibut is exquisite as well as the venison. Atmosphere and service are pleasant. Large windows towards Shore Road are fun watching the coming and goings. Definitely worth a visit!

Almost everything about our experience here was great. I had linguine with clams and it was hands-down one of the best pasta dishes I've had. The white wine sauce was perfectly balanced and delicious. They did not drown the pasta in it. My wife had the chicken piadina, which was also very good. Kids had the burger and devoured it. All of the deserts were also, fantastic. I had the olive oil cake with apricots and, once again, the balance was perfect. Not too sweet, not to heavy. Delicious. The service was a little on the slow side and the prices were a little high but it's a tourist spot so both of those are to be expected. We had a great experience and I can easily recommend this place.

This is a nice restaurant in the heart of Ogunquit on Shore Road. We had the beef ragu, steak frites, and a nice juicey burger for dinner and then blueberry panacotta for dessert. We started the meal with lobster bisque while flavorful, it was too salty for my taste. The ceasar salad had crisp lettuce with crunchy croutons. The steak was perfectly cooked, and the beef ragu was topped with goat cheese which gave it a nice tang. The dessert had to be shared since we were stuffed from our meals. One could tell that it was freshly made.

It was delicious! Yet I’m still confused why they pile the whole entree on top of one another. I got the mussels to start and the grilled Coulotte Steak, and an espresso martini, images to follow!

⭐️10/10 dining experience! ⭐️ Lively atmosphere, great service, and spectacular menu. The bar was crowded and the restaurant was packed when we showed up for our 7:30 reservation. Our server, Andy, was polite and extremely serviceable. I ordered the new england clam chowder and a tuna dish that delivered on all fronts.

Had a wonderful wonderful dinner with my wife. Started with a perfect dirty martini and cosmo at the bar. We were seated right on time with our reservation. App was the blue cheese mussels that were perfectly seasoned and amazing flavor. My wife had the filet, cooked perfectly with a great crusty sear and tender medium rare. I had the lobster pie, which was decadent. Service was impeccable. We really enjoyed this masterpiece of a dining experience!!! I know I said some form of “perfect” three times but man, they nailed it!

Got the lobster pie and fried chicken for our entrees and they were very delicious, highly recommend. Then we got the carrot cake and have to say we were pleasantly surprised at how good it was - very moist and the cream cheese frosting was 🔥🔥

Our FAV place in OGT. 5* all around (the bar side does get a lil loud in eves just FYI - sports and laughter et al). Food is always great! This past week, my husband had the seafood haddock and loved it. He usually gets the fillet and it’s always cooked perfectly. This time I opted for-the lobster roll very lil butter no mayo, and I got a side of their smashed potatoes, instead of the fries. We have had nachos(THE BEST) and the pizza too. Oh hubby loved Pork Chop in past, and my all time fave was the special. -Halibut.It was incredible Staff- Tim, Rick (owner), Andrea, Macy… and the chefs 👨‍🍳-the entirety of staff are wonderful. I don’t know his name, but the valet who parks the car is there every time we go, and he is Professional and sweet Recommendation: call for Reservations Bar, and high top seating, is first come first serve, and always full with locals and regulars traveling. The dining room is lovely (5*) quiet for romantic dinner, open enough for big family dinner, or groups of friend. Big windows, fireplace. Outdoor seating on shore road seasonally Cannot wait to go back Open year round! Ty Cathleen Collins of Cathleen Donald Antiques Boston

Great location on your into Perkins Cove! Wonderful menu with excellent seafood options including the Baked Seafood Stuffed Haddock, which was excellent! Very nice wine selection and excellent cocktail menu, the French Martini was a home run!

Great great experience for two. Nice restaurant with beautiful paintings and excellent food. Very fair price for the quality you get. Will be back again :)

First I will say the owner Ricky is a gentleman. His staff is so friendly and hard working, from the valet, to the waiters, Tim the bartender are all excellent. We have always visited the bar but finally had a chance with the kids to have dinner. We all enjoyed the French onion soup and escargot. My kids had the pizza and loved it. My husband loved the pork chops, I had the fried chicken and my mom had the seafood trio. All were excellent. That Place is a friendly spot in Ogunquit we always visit when we are in town and would highly recommend.

10 of us showed up at 6:45 p.m. and were easily accommodated at two tables put together. The staff were very friendly and welcoming. We ordered and the food came in a reasonable length of time given how many of us there were. The food itself was good though nothing special.. The location is spectacular, right on the ocean at Perkins Cove, at the beginning of Marginal Way. Beautiful views. We ordered dessert and the blueberry pie Ala mode and the cheesecake were both excellent. I am sure we'll go back.

Beautiful view. Ok food but a bit overpriced. I came here with family for lunch. We ordered the lobster salad and bowl of clam chowder. The lobster was tasty but for a $40 salad, I expected more. The bowl of clam chowder was also tasty, just on the small side for a bowl. Watch your change if you pay with cash as we were shorted a few bucks. It was going towards tip anyway but I had to do a double take to realize we didn't receive the right amount back. On the positive side, there is free parking for guests so that was good as parking in this area is limited and expensive.

Really good place. Although I understand the lack of "seasoning" of the Maine areaz I just wish someone would offer a more seasoned lobster roll. But I do not hold this against any establishment, just my 2 cents. But overall, food was great, atmosphere was good and the service was great!

Great spot right at the end of the marginal cliff walk. We waited a bit to be seated because the place was so busy, but our seat was in a cozy corner with an amazing view of the water. The clam chowder was so creamy and delicious, the lobster roll was salad (it came with a bag of chip), and the blueberry pie was absolutely incredible. Their famous lemony dressing also totally lived up to the hype! It’s certainly not cheap, but I think it was worth it. We walked here but there is a parking lot next door (it costs $20 to park tho)

Cozy place with excellent buffet breakfast included. We also had a delicious dinner. Good location and quiet for a fall visit. Close enough to downtown Boothbay and the botanical gardens.

Been in Perkins Cove a million times, but this is only my 2nd time here. This is probably my strongest 4 rating ever. That’s attributable to the incredible service, the insane view and the host & management team. It’s high season so it was super chaotic. Those guys were level headed, calm and good listeners. We got right in (on a Friday night). Fans everywhere let a breeze moving making it comfortable. Good service was on point and timely. Observed good teamwork which is a plus. Food is pretty good. No complaints. Everything met our expectations. No overly complex dishes. Mostly east coast favorites. Positive thing that we noticed that the menu offered some very affordable options in the most desirable spot in Ogunquit, on the water (Marginal Way). The next day we recommended this place. Like Arnold “We’ll be back”

Great place with some nice offerings. The seafood chowder great as well as the shrimp sandwich. One of us had a burger and it was delicious. They use the best oyster crackers too. The views are incredible.

I ordered a simple take out order of lobster tacos. it was delicious! The only downside is that it was $30, which seemed a bit much for the actual amount of lobster I consumed. But I'm a poor, thrifty guy so the rich folks shouldn't be bothered by this.

I was short on time and I was looking for a quick meal. I sat at the small bar 🍻 and service was great! My unsweetened iced tea did taste sweetened though. It was interesting watching the bartender make special drinks the customers ordered. I had the Sauteed Fish Tacos 🌮 and they were good 👍! I did not get much salsa or any complimentary chips. I was offered a refill on my tea. They had heaters going for the tables outside. I am going to recommend this grill.

Very very good. Food is delicious. The ambiance inside is very pleasant, with quiet music. The outside seating looked nice too. We got: - chips and pico; very good - fish burrito (the fish is haddock): very good - traditional street tacos (ground beef, and shredded chicken): very good. Two are a good meal on the smaller side, or three if you’re pretty hungry.

Amazing atmosphere and friendly service! Reviewing from a vegetarian perspective, a long the meals can be made vegetarian with their beans and endless veggies that can be added to the burritos. I tried the Bean Quesadilla and it was delicious and truly fresh off the grill! However, their meals could be improved for vegetarians/vegans if there are tofu served in addition to their protein selections. This place is also busy for their drinks, so if you like to have a midday margarita, then definitely this place is for you!

Amazing burrito but only came with 3 chips. Very overpriced and not authentic, will not be returning.

Food was intermediately good but came with many poor qualities. The service here was awful. Two people in my group had their meals cooked and served incorrectly. We then went back inside and asked for replacements, we then sat there for 25 minutes waiting for our replacement as they had said 5 minutes when we ordered the replacement food. Others in the group wanted to leave and it gave us all a sour mood. Do not recommend this place unless your looking for a reason to be angry hungry.

This place is great! My family and I order from here a few times every week we come to Ogunquit. Tacos are awesome, all of them are good. The Baja shrimp tacos are a personal favorite. Service is quick and the atmosphere is upbeat and busy.

I've been thinking about my entire experience at this location for the past few days. First off, I like the prices there and the steamed lobster was delicious! Absolutely fabulous! There were a couple of things I did notice. However. There are lots of rules at this place. Don't take pictures, only this many people allowed at a time, don't eat here, didn't get the butter I paid the extra $2 for. There just seems to be a lot of rules and how they want you to be on their property which is understandable as it's theirs. But it comes across as a little controlling and makes you feel a little uncomfortable while waiting. I would definitely go back here. In fact, I plan to get more food from here as soon! Hopefully I can call the order in and order it and just pick it up. However. Again, it's a great find, excellent prices, but the energy comes across as a little bit strained and weird. Almost unwelcoming! The high stars are for the price and quality of the food which I'm really judging!

We got 2 lobsters, and 3lbs of steamers. The cost of the steamers was higher than I expected. I kind of sideways mentioned it to my partner, the fabulous proprietor heard me and explained exactly why. Apparently they get their soft shell clams (steamers) from one of the only places that use a specific method of removing all the sand and grit from them (if you get steamers, you know you have to rinse them a bunch of times and sometimes you STILL get a mouthful of sand)... So I was intrigued. We took them back to our cabin, cooked the lobsters and the steamers and, by God, there was not a single piece of grit or sand. We didn't even need the broth to rinse them in. They were so good and some of the absolute best steamers I've EVER had, that on our way home, I plan to pick up even more so we can experience them again!!!! Highly, highly, highly recommend!!!!!

I had the same great experience everyone has already noted. I’ve never had lobster cooked this way and it was fantastic! Just look at how perfect my lobster looked! Simple is the best. The owner was pleasant and very educational. Walked across the street to the beach and ate it on the shore. Excellent customer service! If I ever make it back to Maine, I’ll make sure to stop by again.

He only has lobster and clams but boy, we enjoyed. The owner is funny/entertaining while you wait for your lobster to be ready. Both lobster and clams are easy to clean. We made our own Lobster roll and enjoyed.

Decided to stop in to get a couple lobsters cooked for our last night in Maine. The staff was personable and the lobster was the best we had during our week in Maine.

Best lobster and clams in Maine for very reasonable price ! I have been visiting Ogunquit every summer for 10 years and first stop is always to get lobster and clams to go from here. Owner cooks live lobsters using industrial huge steam pot and cooked to perfection. Clams has little to no sand and just melts in your mouth. Once you taste lobster from this location, you will be hooked. It's take out only.

Good prices and good variety- show up early for your pick of the haul! They’ll pack, cook, or wrap up your live seafood at a fraction of the cost at the restaurant.

we loved it! the chilled shrimps and crab toast were amazing! the vibe is laid back, friendly service. only thing we didnt like was the bun of the lobster roll, it felt a litte stale. the wine list has budget friendly options too

After a stunning sail along Maine's coast, we craved a snack. We landed at Brix + Brine in downtown Ogunquit, enjoying cocktails & their massive platter loaded with oysters, shrimp, crab meat, & lobster. Everything was incredibly delicious.

Stopped here for lunch after doing the Marginal Way walk and had one of the best lobster rolls ever! Fairly priced, great service, delicious food. Highly recommend!

This place can get busy and I see why. We got some oysters and a few other appetizers. The food was good and came out fast. Really enjoyed the wine sauce with the mussels.

Lovely outdoor setting. Service was fast and friendly. Food was tasty and reasonably priced.

We ate here twice while in Ogunquit and we NEVER do that! It was so good that we couldn’t resist. The first time we had lunch around 2:00. I had the shrimp tacos and they were by far the best shrimp tacos I’ve ever had and I’ve had a lot! The shrimp was so light and crispy and perfectly cooked, not at all greasy. All the components came together perfectly. I had the broccoli salad which was amazing. I’ve tried to duplicate it at home. Our server said it has poppy seed dressing. My husband had the steak sandwich which was also incredible. We shared the Jenks run cocktail and loved it. All around it was a perfect meal with enjoyable ambiance and great service. We came back a couple of days later. I had the salmon with a coconut curry sauce that was heavenly. My husband had the haddock Rachel sandwich, once again excellent. And we had another Jenks cocktail. When you find the perfect place there’s no reason to go anywhere else. I wish we lived here so I could eat here more often. I highly recommend it. The prices were so reasonable.

Great little spot close to the water with plenty of outdoor seating. Kellen was a big help in the very serious decision of what way to get your lobster roll. I went with the aoli and was not disappointed. The fish and chips were wonderful as well. This is a great spot to stop by whenever you get the chance.

Nice place but terrible food. When chicken parm is featured on a Greek menu you know it's not authentic. Saganiki was a soupy mess, meatballs tasted like they were frozen and microwaved and the lamb was unseasoned and bland. What a shame because it's a nice place in a great location.

Recently had brunch at Nikanos Mediterranean in Ogunquit & was thoroughly impressed, so I had to come back for dinner ASAP. I'm obsessed with Greek cuisine. The cocktails were stunning & delicious. We were served soft bread, & we also ordered calamari, flaming saganaki, & the trio of dips. Everyone raved about their entrees; I personally loved the lamb shank with feta mashed potatoes, pasta, & flatbread. Everything was seasoned to perfection. Can't wait to come back to try something new.

Amazing place with live music. The craft cocktails from Nick are outstanding. We just sat at the bar and had flatbreads. We will definitely be back to try more dishes.

My second time visiting, and was not at all happy with the meal. The egg lemon soup was nothing like I’ve ever had. It was watery. There are a few pieces of orzo in it, and quite a disappointment. Yia’s Yia’s chicken was dry with little taste, the huge hunks of potatoes barely had any flavor, and the greens that came with a meal were inedible. The glass of Prosecco was good, but they were way too many flies for any kind of enjoyment. I barely ate the dinner, anyway, not sure what can be done about the flies, but definitely a disappointing experience.

had a dish and it was not very good at all wasn’t what I was expecting. It was expensive had absolutely no taste to it when this dish is known for its unique taste. And when I said up to the waitress, she gave some ridiculous remark. Than the manager or owner was rude when I said something. i’m gonna add to this because when I privately messaged about this, he was absolutely rude to me. How dare I say the meal wasn’t good. I’ve had this meal at many different restaurants. I was so looking forward to it and let me just make it clear I wasn’t looking for anything because I complained because if I was, I would’ve taken the meal home and I did not, the waitress asked me if I wanted something else and I said no thank you so you know what, You’re a rude owner! I just had this Mail at another restaurant and this is what it should look like, Nowhere close to what I was offered at this restaurant.

Highly recommend!!! Best lamb shank I’ve had in years! Still thinking about it weeks later. Will certainly be back!! Everything was wonderful!

Nice area for dining during warm weather. At the time, we had a very skilled musician play guitar. It was relaxing and you felt you are on vacation. Food was OK. Not bad. Overall pleasant dining experience.

I had the teriyaki steak tips with a Cesar salad and garlic fries. They were good. My husband had the fish and chips. The haddock was fresh and flaky. Overall was a good experience. I would go back.

Our favorite spot in Ogunquit! The food never disappoints and the service is stellar. Today we had the amazing Christopher! He was so nice and welcoming. As far as food, the chicken sandwich is extremely good as is the fried Haddock. I would even go as far as saying it’s the best fried haddock in town. But honestly, we have had a few different things and I have never been disappointed.

Decided to visit the last night of our stay for some late night drinks & dessert. The drinks were amazing! Sunset at the footbridge, margaritas (alc & non-alc). The nonalcoholic margaritas were delicious, best we’ve ever had to be honest. The live music was great, added a fun chill vibe, very fun. We did order a slice of blueberry pie, which was ok & the reason for the 4-stars. It unfortunately was burnt, so that was disappointing as our favorite pie place closed years ago and we’ve been looking for some good pie. Overall it was a great place, we’ll be back again & would recommend it to others.

Definitely a good spot for brunch. There's a bar up front and out back. This restaurant was bigger than it looked. There's a little something for everyone on the menu. The food came out hot, flavorful, and cooked to perfection.

This lively restaurant, located on the corner of Route 1 and Shore Road, has a great menu. We sat at a high top table and enjoyed the view (seriously, it’s chaotic! Route 1, Beach Street, and Shore Road all converge - cars, trolleys, cyclists, pedestrians - but no accidents while we were there). Burgers are awesome, my chicken sandwich was terrific. Craft beers, fun place.

Devon was a wonderful server. He took our order promptly, and the food was served in no time. Best of all, the food came hot! Nothing worse than getting a lukewarm of lukewarm haddock. Very generous portions. Although there’s no parking available on site, there are lots nearby and it’s a great location right in the center of town. Great for people watching.

I ordered the steak tips medium rare and they were cooked perfectly and really tender. Everything our party ordered was pretty good including drinks. I love that they also do live music, it does get pretty loud in there during a busy night but is to be expected during tourist season.