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Where to eat Bar food in Boothbay Harbor: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Find out what Bar restaurants to try in Boothbay Harbor. Calling themselves "the soul of the coast," the residents of Boothbay Harbor are proud of their seaside town, with its bright summer colors and beautiful snowy winters. A popular sailing and kayaking destination, Boothbay offers more than just boats. There's delicious seafood, seasonal festivals, and plenty of nature trails to explore. Kids will love visiting Fritz, the 23 pound lobster at the Maine State Aquarium, while adults enjoy jazz concerts or comedy shows at the historic Opera House.
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10. McSeagull's Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1453 reviews
Reviewed By mommabear8657
We had a really enjoyable meal here. They had a variety of options for gluten free requirements, which were quite tasty. The scallop dish we had was excellent, as was the seafood fra diavlo. This isn't the best meal you'll have in your life, but the food was fresh, tasty, and they have a good, varied menu. The service is friendly and timely. I would go back.
9. Coastal Prime
Overall Ratings
4 based on 112 reviews
Coastal Prime is Boothbay Harbor's newest restaurant offering locally sourced fresh seafood daily prepared with the finest of ingredients. Coastal Prime's restaurant and bar is the picture-perfect blend of sea and sun from all vantage points, with our ind
Reviewed By Batonwaver
We have been coming to Boothbay Harbor for several decades looking forward to our favorite restaurants, lodgings and stores. Last night at Coastal Prime was a major letdown.Paul Coulombe purchased the Rocktide Inn and Restaurant in 2017 and âmodernizedâ it into an upscale venue. He also owns the local golf course which has a restaurant with an almost identical menu and chef.We arrived at our reservation time of 18:00 and were taken to a bay front table. The sun was shining in at that hour so we had the hostess reverse the seating to face inward. We were one of two parties in the main dining room of the restaurant. Those numbers remained consistent until we left at 18:30.We were greeted by our new waitperson Ahisha who appeared to have little training. Before our cocktails arrived a housefly started buzzing our table. I was going to request a table move, but another server came by with a towel and started slapping at the Nana Walls (sliding glass doors) in an attempt to destroy the interloper. Her comment, âI have been chasing that fly for several daysâ. She failed at the execution so we just hoped the beast would take an excursion to the other dinersâ table. He stayed with us until the food arrived. Maybe the fly knew what to expect.We started with the Caesar Salad consisting of Parmesan cheese, romaine, croutons and a creamy Caesar dressing for $17.00 each. If we wanted anchovies there would be an up charge of $3.50 per person. We did. Total salad bill $41.00. The same dish at the golf course restaurant is mixed table side for an extra dollar. We are not dining in a fine restaurant in New York or Paris.For the entree course the wife selected the 6oz Filet swimming in some kind of sauce for $43.00 with a side of Anson Mills Grits. I went with the Buttermilk Fried Chicken. It was served on a white bean tomato ragout, andouille and pancetta. Her steak was properly cooked to a medium rare, but it was served on a cold plate therefore not maintaining a appetizing temperature. The grits were tepid in temperature. My chicken was over cooked and dried out also not served on a heated plate. The ragout was off putting.Rocktide was a favorite restaurant with local Maine tastes. This experience was a disappointment and for only $146.88. I have over 400,000 readers of my TripAdvisor posts. I cannot recommend Coastal Prime and we will not be back. If it is not broken donât fix it.Go to Brownâs a few blocks away for a good meal experience at half the price.We apologize if you left not feeling satisfied, that is never our goal with our guests' experience. We would be happy if you gave us another chance to improve your overall experience and show you all we have to offer as evidenced by our many great reviews. We hope to see you folks again soon.
8. Mine Oyster
Overall Ratings
4 based on 608 reviews
Reviewed By BarbaraB552
Service here was slow but we liked our server and we loved the food. I had wood grilled scallops, sooo good! My husband got the peel and eat shrimp, and he was quite pleased. Our oysters came late, after our entrees but we didn't care, they were worth the wait. It was a pleasant laid back meal. Thumbs up!
7. Fisherman's Wharf Inn Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 447 reviews
Our dining room is helmed by Award Winning Executive Chef Stephen Richards, the 2014/2015 Maine Lobster Chef of the year. Our menu features reinvented coastal cuisine and focuses on simply prepared items made with the freshest possible local ingredients,
Reviewed By jollfitz
We sat on the deck, one of the best harbor views. I had the shrimp dinner and my husband had the warm shrimp roll. Both were excellent. Service started a little slow but was very good.
6. Tugboat Inn Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 579 reviews
Reviewed By Iralgo
The Tugboat was terrible. I was expecting much more. The ambiance and service was outstanding but the food was a disapointment. The clam chowder was watery like a cup of milk with hardly any clams. The swordfish was soft and mushy. For the food I do not recommend. For the ambiance l do reccomend. Rating... Fair
5. Kaler's
Overall Ratings
4 based on 979 reviews
*Kaler's is currently closed for the season. We'll see you in 2020!" Located right in the center of town, Kalerâs cheerful staff will be waiting to seat you. We offer harborside dining in a relaxed and inviting atmosphere. Our menu offers everything from
Reviewed By tashapVermont
We have visited Kalers several times over the years and always look forward to a return visit. We stopped by for lunch during a recent stay. We sat at the bar & enjoyed a couple of beers but our food took forever and the mussels arrived. We also had the crab dip which was great. We will visit again as we love the atmosphere and friendly staff- just an off day.
4. Harborside Tavern
Overall Ratings
4 based on 514 reviews
Harborside Tavern's reflects hip sensibility while also paying tribute to Boothbay's storied past. The restaurant offers the choice to observe a gorgeous harbor view on the enclosed deck, as well as a full dining room with table and booth seating.
Reviewed By TeresaS721
Great choice for some Maine favorites along with a number of other tasty choices. We enjoyed shrimp and grits with a lovely tomato relish, and salmon over sweet pea risotto. Entire staff is efficient, friendly, seem to enjoy being there. Pretty setting on the harbor.
3. Boathouse Bistro Tapas Lounge & Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1274 reviews
Reviewed By 46oceangirl
We were here on a Sunday night. Sat outside on the top deck that overlooks the harbor, beautiful view. The waitstaff was attentive, helpful. We ordered a beer and both of us had the Risotto dish with lobster, scalops and shrimp, the bowl was huge, flavorful and had shaved parmesan reggiano on top, to die for. So big I couldn't finish mine. Cost was what it should be for the seafood dish. We'd go back.
2. The Thistle Inn Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 499 reviews
A piece of authentic Maine history, The Thistle Inn still stands as a place to gather and celebrate what makes life all the more worth living: great food, great company, and a home away from home. Originally built in 1861 for a prominent sea captain, our
Reviewed By NanciP437
The food at the Thistle Inn is positively top notch, and the service is excellent. It was so good that we ate there a second night and were not disappointed. We highly recommend you give it a try it. Excellent service and wonderfully delicious food.
1. The Thistle Inn Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 499 reviews
A piece of authentic Maine history, The Thistle Inn still stands as a place to gather and celebrate what makes life all the more worth living: great food, great company, and a home away from home. Originally built in 1861 for a prominent sea captain, our
Reviewed By NanciP437
The food at the Thistle Inn is positively top notch, and the service is excellent. It was so good that we ate there a second night and were not disappointed. We highly recommend you give it a try it. Excellent service and wonderfully delicious food.
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