This review is for Barnacle Billy's Etc. which is just next door to Barnacle Billy's, but is a nice sit down restaurant with a larger menu. I'm not sure why they don't have their own listing as it is a couple doors down, but apparently they consider themselves one place. Start with their famous Rum Punch and you won't be disappointed. This has all the vintage New England vibes you'd expect from a seafood place in Maine. The steamers, lobster, and everyone's meal was wonderful. I'd go back in a minute! read more

Mediocre food at inflated prices. Very disappointed with the quality of the seafood. Over fried, and judging by the color of the batter, the oil is in need of changing. Certainly not what I expected from a seafood restaurant directly on the water...sad. read more

Really good rum runner but the "haddock " chowder" was not good at all. Tasted old and very fishy would not recommend. So if u want to stop and get drink definitely but I would not recommend eating unless summer when food will be fresher read more

I just came here for the rum punch, which was super Duper good I highly recommend the rum punch! The service was super good and the place was super Duper cool as it was on the Seaport read more

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Okay good service depending on timing / day. The views are stunning no matter the time of year, sitting inside or outside. Run punches are always delicious. Clam chowder is also a must. read more

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I love it!! Amazing view right by the water. The food is delicious! The service is amazing also

Have been coming to Barnacle Billy's for years and it holds up. The clam chowder is a must - one of the few places that still makes it themselves instead of selling the bland version from Sysco. You can see the butter on top of the soup and taste the seafood. There is a counter inside the main entrance that is best if you want to sit inside or on the porch looking at Perkins Cover. There is another counter that is better for to go or if you want to sit on the patio on the east side. I recommend that you go in and find a seat first to get a good table, then have someone go up to the counter to order. If you wait in line to order you may miss out on a great seat, especially if you want one overlooking the cove. Be aware there are several brick stairs down into the main dining area, so go carefully if your mobility is impaired. Classic ambiance with basic furniture and Maine themed decor. Bathrooms are small and right across from the main ordering counter. As they make money on cocktails, and the cocktail waitresses make tips from it as well, there is a constant stream of being asked if you want a drink. the table next to ours got asked if they wanted refills of theirs every 5 minutes, which is understandable. Water is available inside near the bar ordering window. If you ask nicely one of the waitresses will give you a lemon or lime slice if you want to add it to your water. Lobster roll, corn and clam chowder were all great and even though it was busy we didn't have to wait too long, plus we got our non-alcoholic drinks when we ordered. A classic place to get seafood in Ogunquit. read more

There are two Barnacle Billy's, the regular one and then etc. They are right next to each other so those os the review of the etc. one. I liked that they had a veggie burger option here. The best part about this restaurant isn't the food though, it's the view. Dining inside you can see the water but the best seating (which was full when we went) is in the outside garden. Eve if you aren't lucky to Dine in the garden, you can walk around ir. It also overlooks the boats and the water..very picturesque. I.got theor signature rum punch, which was strong for me but I'm a lightweight. My mom got the lobster roll. She said she's had better, it didn't have much flavor it was just lobster meat on a bun with bi sauce/dressing. The veggie burger was alright. Our waitress was great. read more

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I have never had a bad experience at Barnacle Billy's etc until now. They always try to give me a lousy table because I'm by myself. I refuse every time and just feel like I was being punished tonight. I could tell that my server was probably new, which didn't help at all! She brought bread with no plat, just the basket. I was getting scallops with a salad and baked potato. I'm waiting for the salad and then she finally brings everything At the same time. People who arrived after me got served before me. I spoke to a manager when I was leaving and only got an apology. I usually don't complain but I'm tired of accepting poor service. read more

Ok we are here with Mom with probably her last visit to Maine. We always came here on family vacations and this was one of our "go to" spots. So glad we came. Got the lobster rolls. I got the cold and sisters got it hot. 5 stars all the way. Mom got the fish and chips. Haddock nice portion and fish so white and flaky. I tasted a piece and again 5 stars all the way. Sweet potato fries so good. Nice seasoning and crunchy on the outside and juicy in the middle. Lastly our servicer, Charity, was so kind and efficient. Brought it home for us and thanks so much for another family memory we won't forget. Probably not the same owners but so glad you didn't change the quality of food or service. Inside nice and clean with great views. Highly recommend! Everything perfect! read more

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An ICONIC place to visit while in Ogunquit Maine! Note that they have 2 locations of barnacle Billy. One as the OG and the other one is ECT. I'd describe the OG one as a quick order and go. You order at the counter and find an outdoor seat right here view of the pier. They offer more easy to eat meals like sandwiches...VS this one which is an actually sit down place and they have a wider selection of menus items including their fried seafood section. Same restaurant but slight difference. Locations and views are great. Service was attentive. They have a lot of seafood items most known for their lobster, lobster rolls, and fried clams. Prices are on the higher point but that what you get for wanting seafood. Make sure ask for extra tartar sauce packets. They do accept Apple Pay and restroom is located inside and upstairs. Seems like they can host large parties/events here. read more

Barnacle Billy's - Cole slaw - Seafood Near Me - Ogunquit, Maine

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Was a little skeptical based on the 3 star average on Yelp, but went inside a tried anyway. Sat at the window overlooking the boats. Waitress was extremely attentive and pleasant. My wife and I ordered the Hot Buttered Lobster Roll, excellent. Very cozy atmosphere and super fast, friendly service. I highly recommend. read more

Barnacle Billy's - Hot Buttered Lobster Roll with French Fries. - Seafood Near Me - Ogunquit, Maine

Erik the manager was standing outside in the chilly pouring rain as charming as you could imagine and super helpful. I wouldn't hesitate to come back here with management like that. read more

Great waterside place to have a lobster roll or a steamed lobster. We did the whole steamed lobster for our last night in Maine. We have had many others while on our trip and this one didn't disappoint. Friendly service and beautiful surroundings. The steamed lobster comes with two sides and the claws have been pre-cracked to give you an jump on getting to the meat. Simply served with your sides - plastic bib, cracker, mini fork for the tight places. This is not a fancy restaurant. It simply serves you steamed lobster at your table or next door at a pickup window to eat on their patio. read more

Barnacle Billy's - 1 1/4 lb steamed lobster, drawn butter and coleslaw side. - Seafood Near Me - Ogunquit, Maine

Wonderful food super service from the bar. The views were stunning but I will return on a less warm day to enjoy the deck. The chowder was tender and perfectly seasoned. The lobster roll was decadent and indulgent. read more

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Was in town checking in for our trip the next day on the Bunny Clark, and decided it was a great spot to eat lunch. The place has an old school lobster shack vibe. Funny being it is an old school lobster shack. We all had lobster rolls. They were very good and fresh. The view of Perkins cove and the boats is really nice. The staff were all very friendly, attentive, professional. There is a tone of seating. Parking is super easy as for Barnacle Billy's customers can get free valet parking. Look for the sign across the street. The valet staff were also friendly, courteous and speedy. Not with your car but speedy service in retrieving your vehicle. I look forward to visiting and trying more of the menu. I recommend this place. read more

Excellent food and nice scenery. Very busy restaurant but friendly. Lobster roll is pricy $39. read more

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i love the inside with the fire, and the outside is beautiful by the water. service was great and good can't very quick. best lobster roll i've ever had!! read more

The drinks were decent, if you're a true lobster eater - this is not the place for you. Mr. Seabass ate his lobster in under two minutes. PS. prepare to pay for parking. read more

Yummy and beautiful views of the harbor!! We had a very friendly waitress too, I forget her name. Will come back!

Good location with beautiful views. The main (no pun intended) issue with Ogunquit is finding parking because lots fill up during peak visit season. But if you come to get lunch, you can park. Tried the lobster mac and ordered an appetizer sized fried clam basket. Portion was large for an appetizer for the seafood basket so it was a good choice. Lobster mac was heavy and had good texture with the panko topping but was lacking salt and was not super generous on the lobster. The dish was okay. Both dishes were able to feed two well and the prices were fair for the seafood baskets. Staff was nice and the parking is valet/tip-based. We were able to enter the lot as part of the restaurant and were then able to explore the Marginal way and take our time without worrying about returning to metered parking. read more

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I have been waiting for years to come to Maine just for the local lobster and Barnacle Billy's did not disappoint. Had a bowl of the clam chowder but no picture, delicious. The lobster was amazing. Great location with a water front view read more

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0 STARS I've never had such an unprofessional and downright insulting experience at a restaurant. My friends and I had our REAL IDs confiscated because the staff "flagged" them as fake. Instead of handling the situation with even a shred of courtesy, our waitress refused to acknowledge us--wouldn't take an order, wouldn't even make eye contact--while we sat there waiting for the police to arrive. When the officer showed up (and was actually kind and professional), he immediately confirmed our IDs were real and mentioned this restaurant pulls this stunt all the time--most of the IDs they call in are completely legitimate. In other words, this place routinely wastes police time and humiliates paying customers for no reason. Here's an idea: buy a proper ID scanner instead of treating guests like criminals. Even if the staff truly believed our IDs were fake, the way they handled it was inexcusable--rude, dismissive, and downright hostile. A restaurant should never alienate or embarrass its guests like this. Save yourself the frustration and go literally anywhere else. read more

Amazing! Best lobster ever and I've been eating lobster a long time! Great service. Cocktail waitresses do a great job of keeping you drinking. The guys cooking are great. When we left they were calling for order #756! And the night was still young. And yes!!! They start orders at #1 each day!! Go for the 2lb lobster. So worth it. We started with the clams. They were awful. And the clam chowder watery and just okay... read more

Barnacle Billy's - 2 lb lobster - Seafood Near Me - Ogunquit, Maine

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The view from the dining room and location is the draw here! Nestled in Perkins Cove, this nugget is one of Ogunquit's gems. Good food and nice variety. Even if just for drinks on a rainy day, the view is worth it. read more

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Terrible experience. Over-priced and mediocre. Not worth how you're going to be treated by the staff who want to turn over tables as quickly as possible and who roll their eyes when you don't spend enough money. Plenty of other good options in the area other than this one. read more

We ended up walking out due to poor service. Not a kid friendly place. Would not recommend it for families. The hostess was very rude. Not sure what happened to this place as we have been pleased in the past, but will not be recommending it going forward. read more

Everything I expected from a place known for authentic Maine seafood. Started off lunch with a Bloody Mary, extra spicy, on the back porch under a pleasantly cool Maine sky. I was distracted while browsing the menu as the ships in the harbor demanded my attention, but after a few minutes of intermittently browsing I decided to go for the full New England experience and ordered a 2 lb lobster with a bowl of clam chowda to dampen my appetite while I waited. My wife chose the grilled cheese with a loaf of garlic bread to start and within minutes we were both taking our first bites. The chowda was rich and chunky; not the best I've had up here in the Northeast peak of the US, but definitely one to write about. Creamy, hot, and full of flavor, this bowl of Yankee delight really hit the spot. The wife loved the garlic bread as well, "Just so damn good!" she commented after every other bite, butter dripping down her fingers. Eventually we heard "Owrdah Fifty Fouwr" and I went to claim our tray. What I found waiting on me at the counter was one of the biggest lobsters my hillbilly eyes had ever seen. Let me tell ya, once you've experienced true Maine cuisine, Red Lobster ends up looking like a convenience store knockoff. Bright red and staring me dead in the eyes, this behemoth of a crustacean made my heart flutter. I started cracking the shell and the meat I pulled out looked like something from a movie. Dipped in butter and devoured hot, this meaty red ocean bug tasted as pure and clean as a baby's daydreams. Nothing else mattered at that moment and it's one I'll never forget. Worth mentioning, Billy's offers free valet parking for their diners. A tip isn't required, but any decent human would be called upon to do so. From the valet to the cashier to the server to the busboy, Barnacle Billy's was an overly pleasant experience: authentic, delicious, comfortable, and very memorable. read more

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A lovely place for an early dinner (we ate on the Etc. side); we were seated by the window with a view. Five stars for our waiter, Norman, who was polite, jovial, and efficient. Five stars for the easy, free valet parking. Four stars for the food. Overall a nice time! read more

What a tourist trap. People come because of the location and not knowing better. I hit the 2lb lobster for 55$ not including tax or tip even though you stand in line to order, wait at your table for 35 minutes u til they finally called our number and walked over and got our food. Got the lobster roll as well- came out to 95$ for the two items. Lobster came with nothing and the roll was half full. My lobster was over cooked so a big rubbery. Came with nothing else. Biggest rip off. Save your money and research other places. We had a lobster roll last night in Portland at Luke's where it was overflowing with lobster- best one I ever had anywhere. read more

Barnacle Billy's - 2lb lobster - Seafood Near Me - Ogunquit, Maine

Delicious! Very refreshing for a hot summer day. Beautiful view too. Nice lounge to wait in while waiting for a table. read more

Barnacle Billy's - Blueberry Smashed Lemonade - Seafood Near Me - Ogunquit, Maine

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The quality of food has really gone down hill. The last two visits were disappointing. Either overcooked or no flavor. I'll still return for the rum punch! read more

This place screams nostalgia! I loved coming to Billy's as a kid and if still tastes just as good! My favorites are the chowder, cheeseburger, and lemonade. Both Billy's locations are/were great with amazing views and perfect Maine vibes. read more

After our boat ride to see the famous Nubble Lighthouse, we stopped at Barnacle Billy's for a cocktail and we did try their onion rings as suggested by our bartender, Claire. They were very good. This is a huge restaurant with a casual atmosophere. read more

We ate at Barnacle Billy's Etc. which has full table service. Everything was excellent. The rum punch is good. I had the haddock chowder and fried clams and haddock. Everything at our table was fresh and delicious. Highly recommended if you're in Perkins Cove. read more

This past summer, this was our last stop for our last bite of lobster roll before leaving Maine. It was delicious and my friend really liked the dusting of paprika on top.  It was pricey as the other lobster rolls we have had, but it was a perfect, delicious ending to our Maine trip. ***In a rush? Skip to the end for my tips.*** We got it Maine style, which was the cold version with mayo. It came with a side of pickles and chips. You also get a nice view while you eat if you sit outside. We also had blueberry pie ice cream and it was amazing. The ice cream base was super creamy and had a unique richness to it. I wish I could have tried the other flavors. I suggest that you definitely try the ice cream here! Tips: -Luckily, they offer valet parking. Yay! -You order as soon as you walk in and then they will call your number, signaling you to come back to where you ordered to pick up your food. -From what I saw, there were 2 places to order, one inside and one outdoors (if you go to the left of the main entrance). -There were servers but they were only taking orders for alcoholic beverages. -There are plenty of seating, indoors and outdoors. Everyone was sitting outdoors and there was even outdoor seating on the roof. -If you are in the Ogunquit area, this place is worth coming to, but if you are looking to make a quick stop to eat, it's not a quick drive. Timewise, it wasn't very far from the highway, but it's a bit of a drive. We were in no rush, so we were glad to stop by for the food and the gorgeous views. Bathroom Tip: The ones I saw were right by the indoor ordering area. read more

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Driving through Maine and needed a bite to fuel the way. Thank you Barnacle Billy's for saving the day. The view overlooking the inlet was gorgeous. And we weren't aware that there were even better views on the rooftop. Up there, you could even watch the ocean currents. There are two different locations next door to each other. One offering a full service experience, and the other providing a seat yourself, pick up atmosphere. We elected for the latter, and enjoyed a tasty lobster roll and easy going cheeseburger. Ice cream from their outdoor window made the perfect ending. read more

Barnacle Billy's - Seafood Near Me - Ogunquit, Maine

Amazing lobster rolls, great fish chowder, nice local beer selection. The service was quick and friendly, and the vibe was casual with great views. Will definitely be back, hopefully when the weather is warmer so we can take advantage of the outdoor seating. (This review pertains to "Barnacle Billy's Etc" - the larger restaurant next door to the original location) read more

Barnacle Billy's - Lobster roll, hot with butter. - Seafood Near Me - Ogunquit, Maine

Excellent rum punch and Bloody Mary!! We had surf and turf and boiled lobster with Caesar salads, which was very nice. We had a great table by the window too! Service was attentive and helpful. read more

Ah, Barnacle Billy's...an Ogunquit staple! We visited here years ago on our first trip to Ogunquit (I'm talking like 2014) and it's great to be back! Perhaps the best cold lobster roll I have ever had. This section of BB's is more fast casual. You seat yourselves inside or out, and order from either the outdoor window or inside counter. They call your number and you pick up your food. Simple! Very "New England seafood shack" vibe with a very limited menu of rolls (lobster, crab, tuna) chowder, and burgers. When you're seated, servers come around and can take your drink order from the bar. Dogs are also allowed outside on the patio! We all ordered lobster rolls and my mom got a bowl of clam chowder. She said it was phenomenal and has never had clam chowder with such big pieces of clam! Wish I got a picture of her spoonful. The lobster was incredibly fresh and SO TASTY. Seriously, this is definitely the best cold lobster roll I've tried thus far. I don't typically like cold lobster rolls and always opt for the hot "Connecticut style", but in Maine it's cold all the way. And it was good. The only downside is you get potato chips as a side. I was really craving fries that day, so definitely a bummer. But I think they're going for quick service and not doing the fryer thing. There is the more "fine dining" Barnacle Billy's next door that has all your fried seafood favorites and more at Barnacle Billy's etc. read more

Barnacle Billy's - lobster rolls & clam chowder - Seafood Near Me - Ogunquit, Maine