Everything i love this place . Great prices fresh seafood Friendly service good people .read more

I drive by Two Tides Seafood almost weekly and always see their sign out, but for the longest time,…read moreI thought it was a local fisherman's home where lobsters were sold. And honestly... it might actually be a fisherman's home? At least that's the vibe you get when you walk in! We finally went in and were so impressed (and happy!) with this off-the-beaten-path fish market. Two Tides Seafood is quintessentially Maine. The minute we walked in, we were welcomed by a very nice gentleman working there, a handwritten board with all their offerings (plot twist: they sell so much more than just lobster), and essentially a tiny fish shop that felt out of a different era (in a good way!). We were impressed with the selection and the prices -- much more affordable than other commercial spots in Southern Maine. We got a pound of salmon for $11.99, which was a steal. It was delicious, and I'm already planning to return for lobsters. It really doesn't get more local than this.

Very nice waitress we had. All the staff seems quiet and pleasant. All the locals were talking in…read moreMaine accents. Alternative rock playing quietly in the background. Art on the wall was done from the bartender's photography. Truly a wonderful atmosphere. The small bar manages to feature a variety of local beers to try, from light to dark, so I warmed myself with a delicious oatmeal stout on this frigid New Year evening. After some waffling, I went with my comfort foods: poutine and lobster roll. While we waited for the appetizers, I spied on other tables' fish and chips and fried shrimp - huge portions both. Promising. Poutine was excellent disco fries. Cheese too melty, gravy too light for Quebecois, but who am I to judge? Delicious gravy for sure. My friend loved his haddock Reuben, with the fish taking up the entire sandwich. Sandwiches aren't the biggest compared to the dinner plates, which doesn't surprise me and is why I ordered the poutine. But very tasty. I dessertws with a few fresh oysters just to top off my holiday experience. Verdict: I have found a return spot in Portland.

Charming little spot with a laid-back, small-town vibe--the kind of place that makes you want to…read morelinger over lunch. Our first visit (lunch hour) was a win. I ordered the fish and chips: straight from the fryer, nicely crisp, and clearly fresh fish. The fries were the real star--golden, crunchy, and blessedly not soggy. My only note? A touch of salt in the batter would've gone a long way and really lifted the flavor of the fish. Second visit (dinner), same order... very different experience. This time everything landed on the bland side--even the tartar sauce, which is usually the safety net. My guess? Different cook for the dinner crowd. All that said, it wasn't terrible--just inconsistent. There's definite potential here, and when it's good, it's good. I'd happily give it another shot... preferably at lunchtime.

Tried PJ Merrill a couple weeks ago for their Maine scallops and knew I had to come back to try…read moreother fresh seafood options. Interior was clean and had a good selection of seafood. The individual who was working the counter was so kinda and more than happy to answer all my questions. Showed me the lobster options they had available any pulling them out of the water and weighing each one for me. Lobster was delicious steamed and made into a lobster roll

I've passed Merrill's many times on my walk to veranda and every time I've said I would stop by…read moresome day. Well, after a year and a half I finally did and what a treat! Walking in smells like you walked onto the sea floor of the ocean and that's a wonderful feeling! They have a small, manageable selection of fresh fish. The day we went they had scallop, salmon, lobster, haddock, and some crab cakes and other seafare. They have a small pantry of seasonings, planks, and other seafood cooking items. By the entrance is a freezer of shrimp and other. We got standard fare: scallops and salmon. They had scallop chunks which are cheaper than regular scallops because they're the discards that have been cut up from the descalloping process, but they look, smell, and taste great. The man in charge was so attentive and really seemed knowledgeable about everything. Fun fact, they've been here since 1947! So in 2020, they've been here for over 73 years! Their Facebook is chock full of helpful seafood facts and it's just a really well managed family business. I'm so glad I stopped by and wish I had sooner.

Fantastic spot. Great service and food…read more I ordered the lobster roll with broccoli. The lobster was melt in your mouth. Husband went for the seafood pie with a baked potato. The seafood pie was the absolute standout; cooked perfectly with amazing flavor. I kept dipping my broccoli into the breadcrumbs. Shoutout to our waitress who convinced us to order the seafood pie instead of the lobster pie, which was absolutely the right choice.

Haven't been here in years. We stopped by for a Saturday lunch. The seafood was clearly fresh and…read morenot frozen. We enjoyed seafood chowder, baked haddock and scallops, and the coleslaw was great not from some food service bag or bucket. We will be back!

This place was incredible. Best paella ever. Service was incredible and the wine was divine.read more

Overall, it was a very nice experience. My wife and I split an order of paella. It was prepared…read morepromptly deliciously and the service was attentive. We got there around 5:30 PM and there weren't many other patrons. I'm sure there's lots of seafood places in town, but this is definitely a hidden gem if you like paella.

Julian Klenda's "Maine Lobster Now" has ruined our Christmas. We ordered 7 lobsters to be delivered…read morein time for our Christmas Eve dinner. We received a call from them literally 15 minutes before they were closing for the holiday weekend to tell us that there are no Saturday deliveries available. We placed our order 2 weeks ago!! Do you think these idiots would have the presence of mind to call us ahead of time so we can make alternate arrangements? Now it is Friday December 22nd and we have to scramble to figure out a different plan for Christmas Eve. Thanks for nothing. I will promise you this: I will make sure everybody I know will hear about this situation and they will tell everyone they know, and so on. This is egregious.

Absolutely amazing quality. Nice people. It was a great break and nice atmosphere. I went after…read morework with a few friends and had a great time.

Terrific grocery store and so much more! Typical grocery store, but with TONS of to go prepared…read morefoods. They have lots of things that are super convenient to grab and heat up at home. This is helpful if staying nearby in one of the hotels. Their bakery is great too. Extensive selection of delicious looking baked goods. They even sell icing and sprinkles on their own so that you can decorate your own baked goods at home. Friendly service and convenient location! Highly recommend. Decent prices and very clean.

I like Market Basket for many reasons--the selection, the prices, the grab and go food. I don't…read morelike this store for a couple of reasons. This store is so crowded with people and folks who come in order to talk and gossip instead of shopping. Everywhere I want to look, I have to excuse myself, and half of the time, I still have to push my way to where I want to be. The only time I don't need to do that is an hour or so before it closes. Other Market Baskets don't seem to have the clientele that does that. It is just annoying and I tend to go to other Market Baskets.

Still my favorite lobster roll of all time…read more I don't often make these claims, but I think BIM still delivers the excellent quality that put them on the map in the first place. Topping off your experience with friendly staff and it's something you got to stop by every time you're in Portland.

Bite Into Maine is a must-stop if you're anywhere near Portland. I tried the lobster roll flight…read moreand it was absolutely incredible--two Connecticut style rolls (my fav) and one Maine style, all perfectly prepared and loaded with flavor. Every bite was amazing, and pairing them with a fresh pour from Allagash Brewing took the experience to another level. The service was just as good as the food--the crew working the truck was super friendly and cool. Between the outstanding lobster rolls, great beer, and awesome vibes, this is easily a spot I'll come back to every time I visit Portland. Plus, they are the only ones (that I'm aware of) doing lobster roll flights.

Fantastic grocery with a wide selection of products. Love the ramen aisle and the snacks aisle in…read moreparticular, as well as the Chinese sausages and the kimchi. Only complaint is that like half the items don't have price tags and you either have to guess or ask.

We go here every time we're in Portland. Plenty of free parking out back. They've got the best…read moreprices on mushrooms anywhere in the city. The produce can be hit or miss, but the mushrooms are always prime. Same with the fresh herbs. Massive lengths of garlic chives, absolute trees worth of mint, and lots of other weird and delicious leaves of various sorts. I was able to find plenty of pre-chopped frozen lemongrass, which I now will only buy frozen, becuase it's so fresh tasting and not as much of a pain to prepare. I made a soup where I used a full half cup of the stuff, which is never something I'd have done if I had to chop that by hand! Half the items don't have a price sticker or a sign that states the prices, but when you get to the register, they're happy to do a price check for you so that you know what you're paying. I'm assuming that with such a small physical space, and that variety of stuff, it's hard to constantly keep on top of prices on the shelves. If the cashier were annoyed at being asked the price, I'd not shop here, but I've always had them be happy to tell us the prices with no issues. Seriously though the selection is insane. There's stuff that I'd never imagine I can find easily in New England, but it's right there on the shelf. The noodle variety is great, with plenty of gluten free noodles for those who need it. Plenty of dried mushrooms and tea too!

Food was fantastic. Service was great. Had the boil and then a shrimp basket and a couple of…read moredrinks. Everything was really good.

Yesterday was the first visit here for my family and me and I think likely our last. I will firstly…read moresay that some of my party had very high expectations because they love New Orleans so much. For them it definitely did not compare and was just okay. I will say it is a tough comparison. It is a large restaurant with plenty of tables/booths and does have some decor to give you seafood and Cajun vibes while also feeling like a chain restaurant. Staff was friendly enough with no huge complaints, getting a water did take awhile when my wife asked for one. They do have a large menu and especially a large amount of options for seafood eaters. I had fried catfish which was solid overall while my wife had a chicken po' boy. She was disappointed and would prefer getting a po' boy elsewhere. Overall if you wanted some Cajun seafood or a seafood boil this could be the spot for you. If you are looking for this style specifically it may be your best option if you didn't want to go closer to NOLA. If you want seafood in general I think you can do better. I have had much worse food and experiences but don't see a reason to return again.