Unfortunately this place was average (or below average) for the cost…read more Came here to get lobster bisque due to a glowing review from another Yelper. I asked for it extra hot. Ordered the fried haddock sandwich too. Soup arrived with steam (before the spoons to eat it came) but the soup was actually not that hot when we tasted it. We had to wait for spoons. The bowl of lobster bisque was $34, which was a conscious decision for us to order - because that's expensive. (A cup is$20.) The lobster bisque had no flavor. The salt, pepper and lemon we added ourselves helped but for $34, it should be amazing. It cooled off super quickly and was room temperature within 3 minutes and in 8 minutes or so, cold. Which means it wasn't truly heated through and through to start. We regret ordering it. The fried haddock sandwich had zero flavor. None. Not salt, not pepper. The fries and Heinz ketchup had the most flavor of anything on our table. When the sandwich came we asked for another plate (we were sharing it), which never came. At one point, the waitress came over and asked how everything was. I replied, "Eh, alright." She said "Okay!" and walked away. Disappointing since, budget-wise, we are eating out one meal a day of this trip and that was the experience (and lack of flavor) we had. $66 including tip. Such a waste. Sorry to say....but skip this place.

To start with, this is the same Dry Dock restaurant I reviewed in 2023 - sort of! It is actually…read morethe same owners but in a larger space. We learned of it from locals and decided to give it a try. It was a bit rocky of a start, someone didn't really know that we were there, but when we asked we had service recovery that was off the charts. We had a very nice Chardonnay. and because of our initial wait we received the cajun shrimp appetizer that was absolutely incredible and served with homemade chipotle cocktail sauce - so good and perfect with the wine. I then followed that with an order of chicken wings that came with buffalo sauce and blue cheese, Wayne had the fettuccine Alfredo that was also excellent. Although no longer within the blues festival grounds, we will totally add it to next year's plan!

My husband and I popped in here at dinner time on Mother's Day. Although we didn't have a…read morereservation, they sat us right away. The waitress was friendly and informative. We shared the oysters, three local types, fantastic. I had the Jonah crab appetizer and a cup of chowder. I'm gf and it was delicious. My husband had the fish and chips and noted how tasty they were. We finished our meal off with the butterscotch pudding with salted caramel, wow! I recommend you check this place out when in Rockland

Went for lunch today, the woman inside the restaurant ignored us until we spoke up. She was cold…read more We asked if we could sit outside, she said just grab an empty table. Then the waitress scolded us for not asking to be seated. We explained that the woman inside told us to grab a table, the waitress scolded us again. The waitress tried to be sweat but there was an undercurrent of unhappiness and unpleasantness underneath that. The sandwiches were mediocre and the coleslaw side was very bland. Seems like a fussy place that really does not know how to welcome guests and thinks that is the food looks good on the plate that is all that matters.

Top notch food. The ahí tuna was cooked perfectly, good sear on the exterior, medium rare interior…read more Tender and full of flavor. The Greek gryo had a wonderful tzatziki sauce, fresh veggies, juicy chicken with a great sear. The haddock fish had a light, airy, and crispy batter. It was tender, and had a great flavor when paired with the tartar sauce. The kid's Mac and cheese was also fantastic. Most restaurants sell you kraft Mac and cheese, not here. The Mac and cheese was made with cork-screw pasta, a thick, creamy, cheese sauce, topped with a crust of additional cheese and bread crumbs. The food also had very nice plating considering the price point. Each meal was presented in a way that showed thought, and craftsmanship. Overall, this restaurant had the most memorable food of my trip to Maine.

service is fast and the food taste phenomenal. the chef is an amazing cook And the dishes are…read morecreative.

Friendly staff, great fresh selections of seafood, good prices. And great selections for wine and…read morebeer for take out. We will be back the next time we are in Maine!

Always the freshest fish off the docks on Rockland. Lobsters, scallops, and fresh tuna. Fast…read moreservice and fair market prices.

Lynn beat Bobby Flay with the Lobster Club. So, I had to give it a go. We sat outside on a…read morebeautiful day in clear view of the bay. Abby was a great server. Super nice and attentive. We ordered oysters on the half sell that were so fresh because Lynn's brother brings them to the restaurant everyday. We had the lobster club and fried seafood for lunch. The club was huge. Loads of lobster salad with perfectly cooked bacon and generous lettuce and tomato portions. The fried seafood was fresh and light. We watched sail boats come in and out of the pier while washing down our lunch with blueberry beers. This was a perfect way to spend an afternoon in coastal Maine.

09/16/26 The food…read morewas good, but overpriced. Our server was friendly, but not attentive or timely. We came for the lobster club. While the bread was toasted and the lobster tasted good, the bill left me with quite the sticker shock. I knew it would be pricey at "market price," but $62.50 for some lobster on bread with lackluster french fries seemed a bit much. The sandwich itself was prepared well and was accompanied by three pickles, potato salad, and hand cut old bay fries. The fries were lacking any real flavor and didn't impress me. I wanted sweet potato fries, but unfortunately, they were out. The potato salad was good, but nothing special. My husband ordered the Mate's platter which consisted of smaller portions of haddock, shrimp, clams, and scallops. The fry on everything was nice. I've never eaten scallops or clams before, but since we were in Maine, I figured I'd sample my husband's food as well. The scallops were rubbery and the clams had a funky taste to them. I've never had these two types of seafood so perhaps that is how they taste, but just not something I personally would like to eat again. The shrimp tasted like popcorn shrimp and the haddock was okay. The plate was accompanied by coleslaw and old bay fries. The slaw was alright and again the fries were a miss. We sat on the outside deck, but on the left side of the building as you walk in. The seats are very deep and quite uncomfortable, but I took two seat cushions and put them behind me to help. The view wasn't great and I thought we were missing out, but when we were leaving I looked at the other tables on the back of the building and we weren't missing that great of a view. The restaurant is on the water, but only with an okay view The biggest disappointment was feeling ripped off. The menu price for the mate's platter was $39 and when the bill came we were charged $42.50. I realized the price difference after returning from the restroom and my husband had already paid. I was also shocked at the $62.50 price tag for the lobster club. I realize it's lobster, but I don't know where that amount of lobster plus a few other much less expensive ingredients/accompaniments would come out to a market price over $60. The restaurant is definitely overcharging for the fact that the club beat Bobby Flay. On our trip to Maine, I've had better lobster that topped out just over $40 and nothing near the price tag of this restaurant. The food here is the only food we happened to eat that day and we both ended up not feeling well after. Not food poisoning or anything, just saying the food definitely didn't agree with us.

The hotel we stayed at recommended Claws. It was Our favorite dining experience in Maine. I got the…read morelobster already pulled out of the shelll with a baked potato and corn on the cob. Charlie got a fried haddock Sammy and fries. Both were spectacular! Liz, our waitress, was attentive and sweet. It's what I imagine from a lobster shack: over looking an inlet/harbor with the tide going out, a line to order, good food, real butter, cold beer, blueberry cornbread, and real people serving ya. Definitely visit Claws.

What an incredible experience at Claws in Rockland!…read more We arrived to find a long line outside, but right away we noticed something that told us a lot about this place: the staff was offering umbrellas to everyone waiting in line. Such a simple, thoughtful gesture, and such a great first impression! When it was our turn to order, we were helped by an incredibly pleasant and patient woman. Despite the long line behind us, she never made us feel rushed and was completely focused on making sure she got our order right. Then there was our waitress. WOW! She was a blonde woman, maybe around 35, and she was absolutely amazing. She was working incredibly hard--literally running circles around everyone else--yet she never stopped smiling. She was extremely friendly, attentive, and amazingly efficient. My husband and I both agreed she was one of the best waitresses we have ever seen. At one point, in the middle of everything she was juggling, a customer asked her to roll up one of the blinds. The timing could not have been worse because she was SO busy, and she actually had to climb onto a stool to reach it. But you would never have known what an inconvenience it was. She smiled, took care of it, and went right back to work without missing a beat. My husband and I own fast-food restaurants, so we understand just how difficult it is to provide that level of hospitality when you're slammed. We were so impressed with her work ethic and attitude that before we left, we discreetly gave her a $100 tip. She absolutely deserved it. And somehow, the food managed to be just as impressive as the service. The lobster was, without question, THE BEST LOBSTER WE HAVE EVER HAD IN OUR LIVES!!! Perfectly cooked, absolutely delicious, and everything we hoped for when coming to Maine. Claws gave us one of those dining experiences we'll remember long after our trip is over. Amazing lobster, thoughtful hospitality, and an exceptional waitress who truly stood out. If you're in Rockland and want lobster, do not miss Claws!

My daughter and I came here for dinner because it is one of the few restaurants open past 5pm. We…read morewere greeted by a friendly staff member seated fairly quickly. Lots of great choices on the menu. She had the fried clams and I had a big bowl of steamed muscles and a salad. My daughter also had a cup of chowder. Our food came out promptly and was very hot. Our food was so tasty. I loved the muscles and the broth was incredible. My daughter absolutely loved her clams. The restaurant is very casual And comfortable. Service is super friendly and food is wonderful!!

After a long day working about three hours from home and on my way to my Airbnb, I did a quick yelp…read morecheck and found Hills Seafood. This place was busy, but plenty of room at the comfortable bar. Drinks and dinner it is! Average selection of hard liquor's and some variety of local drafts and the normal cans and bottles of beer to hit everyone's thirst. I order the clam chowder and the friend shrimp plate. Chowder was good and plenty of clams, quick to serve after ordering and the perfect temperature. Fried shrimp plate was plentiful. Tons of shrimp and a good amount of fries which were crispy and delicious. Great spot, great attentive staff. Worth the visit.

We frequently order food to go from The Zach Shack at the original location and now at the new…read morelocation in Thomaston. Service is quick, friendly and efficient. Food is always prepared as requested. Plenty of free parking. Plenty of picnic tables if you want to eat on site.

We discovered this food truck while looking for someplace to eat on a Wednesday afternoon. We…read moreperused the extensive menu and settled on hot dogs enhanced by mustard, relish and onions. These perfectly grilled hot dogs were enjoyed at an umbrella shaded picnic table located in the parking lot. The hot dogs turned out to be pretty decent given their reasonable pricing.

Stopped in early (6:10) on Saturday and had a pretty filling breakfast. The server was…read moreincredible-she basically had the entire dining room and never stopped. We saw a couple people leave, but we also saw people who were supportive and trying to help her! I enjoyed perfectly poached eggs Benedict with sausage & a bit too much heavy hollandaise sauce. Wayne had hash Benedict with the same. Hash browns were decent and the coffee was fresh & hot!

We've been here many times over the years and they have the Best whole lobster in the area.read more

Sammy's deluxe... unforgettable experience. Was walking around Rockland and we just stumbled upon…read moreSammy's not knowing what to expect or what the menu was like. Sat at the bar since they were quite busy and haven't had a chance to clear a few tables. Restaurant reminds you of grandma's house, rustic, chic tables and chairs, mismatched dinnerwares and the whole ambiance playing "killin jive" from the 1940's. I wasn't born then but the whole vibe reminds you of that era that I only get a pleasure to watch on TV. Now for the food... Jonah's crab as you can expect was sweet and delicious but a pain to eat using your fighting tools however, the dip was heavenly. BF had the burger, he was surprised that you can't modify it, but thoroughly enjoyed how unique it was, I told him, the chef takes pride how he prepares his food, so you either take it as it is or get something else. Keep an open mind. And I had the overnight beef shank, wow, simple yet delicious, fork tender and luscious marrow. The celery and fennel salad added brightness to the dish and the blue cheese wasn't overwhelming. And I don't like blue cheese and this creativity made me wanting it more. The dish isn't a huge portion, but surprisingly it got me full that I left a few bites of the beef and the salad. For drinks, I had the Rosé and he had the New England India pale ale, light and bubbly. Service was okay, a little slow in the beginning and as the night went on, our server became friendlier.

My wife and I often visit Rockland, and we were excited to try Sammy's due to the positive reviews…read moreit receives. Unfortunately, our experience was on the downside. The meal we ordered was the worst I have been served in a restaurant. It was an oversalted, tasteless mishmash of ingredients that should never have been sent out of the kitchen. Kind of like a super expensive gruel. We considered voicing our dissatisfaction to the staff, but after reading how the owner unprofessionally confronts customers, we decided to not get into it with him. We chalked it up to a bad experience and next time we'll head across the street to Ada's, which is consistently solid. The server was pleasant and the drinks were good.