Can't beat the mussels! The desserts are good too. It has a large menu so there is something for…read moreeveryone

Ambiance: A casual eatery that was plenty busy! We waited about 10-15 minutes for a table of 2. We…read morewere able to put our name down with the host and walk around town until our table was ready. They will text you when a table comes available. Food: The lobster rolls here were pretty amazing! At this point of our trip we've tried a few spots. This place was really good and thankfully, not as big of a "tourist trap" as I expected since at least the food was good!

Upscale dining with a genuinely reasonable price tag - especially when it comes to the Evo…read moreexperience/chef's tasting. Worth every penny, we left absolutely stuffed. The menu experience was smaller/limited options but offered "greatest hits" so that you didn't miss out on the overall experience. With seats right up at the counter and in perfect view of the kitchen, the team whipped out a coursed/well-timed menu. We enjoyed the chickpea fries, spread + breads, moroccan carrots, falafel, halloumi and to top it all off, the lamb ribs. It was so aggressive in the best way possible. The cocktail menu is fun, inventive and pairs well with most of the dishes. Their NA drinks were thankfully, not boring either. The only drawback for me here is the counter-top/high-top dining experience is the only available seating option unless you're participating in the upstairs private area. The restaurant is clearly very sleek and modern, but I felt like it took away from the experience of making this particularly special. Would recommend this restaurant for 2 people - hard to enjoy with a larger group!

Fantastic restaurant. Service and food all excellent. We all really enjoyed our visit here. It is…read moretapas style. We ordered 12 dishes for a group of 5. Chickpea fries were the #1 highlight for everyone. I also really like the Halloumi and Moroccan carrots. Highly recommend. Gets busy, make a reservation. Food tips: Chickpea fries are a must Drink tips: Basil Martini

So... we were told to get Maine Lobster in Maine... OK. Got lobster, $50, meager portion. I get…read morefood prices are going up. Ok... Sure... Mussels were great, beer selection was OK and overpriced ($10 for an Allagash White?). The mussels alone saved the rating. The fries were also bomb.

We were in the area on vacation and chose this restaurant at random for dinner…read more My wife had steamed clams which were delicious, very fresh, and plentiful. I, not being a seafood guy had a wonderful hamburger and fries. The restaurant overlooks a harbor and the view of the boats is quite peaceful. The service was outstanding - prompt, informative, and friendly. Definitely worth a try if you are in the area!

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

We came here on a weekend day and were surprised at how busy it was inside. There were a lot of…read morepeople and parking was difficult but luckily this place has its own lot with a valet staffer who makes money from tips. Comparable parking on a busy day here is $25-30 in various nearby lots, so if you're eating here it makes sense to park. We came as a group of 5 after hearing this place was a good place to get lobster rolls. The market price for one was $38. I think if we could go back we would ask if these lobster rolls were hot or cold, since the ones they serve are cold and not the hot and buttery ones. My partner said that the rolls were actually pretty bland and not worth the price. This place also only serves chips and not fries. I was surprised at the lack of vegetarian options. There were plain and basic salads, garlic bread, and corn. But there was nothing substantive with protein available, which is odd given the amount of vegetarians around these days. Overall, the food was just fine, but it is not what you would expect for food that is more on the expensive side.

Great atmosphere and friendly staff. We had a very comfortable visit on the second floor. The…read moreprices were very reasonable.

The Pilot house to me is very similar to several other restaurants down here in the dock square…read morearea, both in menu and in reliability. They have all your standard seafare bar food, as well as some other options. I love the variety in vibes depending on where you sit. The restaurant has 3 floors, with the upstairs feeling more upscale in vibe and the downstairs more family oriented. In the warm months, they also have seating on the big boat outside, which is super fun. I always bring out of owners here just for this boat vibe alone. The drinks definitely taste like they are made using premade mixes, and purées, so their price tag feels very high for what you get. The food is definitely average, with some items better than others. The clam chowder is THICK but it has exceptional flavor. The fried pickles are solid. All in all, I would highly suggest coming in the summer to grab a beer or drink on the boat while sharing some apps with friends, but skip it if you are looking for a high quality meal that will leave you wanting to return for dinner.

While in Kennebunkport Maine you have to get the Lobstah!!!…read more If you are hungry one little lobster isn't going to cut it. So get some great Fried Clams!!! This place is a tourist trap but we had to go. It was a long wait to get the lobster but we didn't have anywhere to go

The Clam Shack in Kennebunk is definitely worth a stop if you're chasing lobster rolls in Maine. I…read morewent with the butter lobster roll, and it came packed with whole pieces of claw, knuckle and tail on a different type of bun. The Reilly Roll is baked fresh daily and is soft and slightly sweet. Simple, tasty, and satisfying. There were no lines and only a short wait, which made the experience easy and relaxed. The roll itself was good, though not quite as unforgettable as some of the others I've tried on this trip--that's the only reason for 4 stars (4.3) instead of 5. Still, it's a solid spot right by the water with fresh, quality lobster and a true Maine vibe.

We dropped in at 5 on our way to Gardens Aglow not thinking we needed reservations, but they were…read morefull. We got two seats at the bar and had amazing food and drinks. Crock of onion soup is made with Beal broth and was super delicious. My wife had the Waldorf salad and she loved it - she said the dressing needed something, probably salt. I had the fried chicken dinner with garlic mashed and roasted carrots. They fry a whole breast from a small chicken, delish!, black pepper gravy on the side and the mashed potatoes were scrumptious. We stop here a few times a year and it never disappoints Garyd

We were in Boothbay for Gardens Aglow and honestly weren't sure if we wanted to make the 30-minute…read moredrive out to Montsweag at first especially after a long day. But every restaurant in Boothbay had over an hour wait, and I can confidently say I am SO glad we couldn't get a reservation anywhere else because it led us here. We got a reservation right away, were seated early, and everything from start to finish was incredible. The food tasted so fresh and flavorful, the drinks were amazing, and the atmosphere was perfect . Cozy but still lively with live music. Truly one of those places where nothing misses. I'm from out of state and already planning to come back next year just to eat here again. I honestly can't say enough good things about Montsweag. So worth the drive and then some!

Service was awesome! Macy was sweet. Sorry she was working on Valentine's Day Thank you for the…read moregreat drinks!

**November 2025: Friday Early Afternoon Visit**…read more My friend and I were wandering Wiscasset and were in need of a restroom. We couldn't find one and decided to dine in to use their facilities. I think we were among the first diners and realized that the restaurant was really nice and had such a wonderful view of the water. Our server was incredibly kind and hospitality. She informed us that the soup of the day was clam chowda to which both of us wanted right away. The chowda was flavorful and had a good amount of clams (many other restaurants choose to load it with potatoes, but not this one!). The soup does lean more brothy versus gravy-like which is a personal preference but taste wise it was still soothing. The menu had a lot of really great seafood options so I decided to try their Maine mussels. Our waitress said that the broth was really wonderful and would pair nicely with garlic bread which I also ordered. The entrees came out pretty quickly and the serving size of my mussels was double what I thought it would be. The mussels looked massive and the meat was as fresh mussels should taste. It was an excellent dish. The garlic bread would be a great vessel to soak up the mussel broth, but I felt that the bread was a little thin and slightly over-toasted to really soak up the broth. Nevertheless, I really enjoyed the overall experience and it does feel like a local spot.

He came to his cool little town on the way to Bar Harbor, with the intention. This is getting some…read morereds lobster. it was a cute little town, so we decided to walk around. The brewery, signs collar attention, so we went on in. This place looks brand new on the inside. no/remaster was at the bar. It's some really tasty beers. Starting to fill up I don't know super friendly and passionate about his craft. A great brewery if you're in the area!

Cozy but bright brewery - opened about a year ago. Stays open and busy all winter. Loved the…read moreWeisbier and brown ale. Soda and popcorn available for the kids.

This review is based on my daughter's and wife's feedback on a recent visit to this restaurant…read more(unfortunately I was left behind with dogs). They were impressed with everything about this restaurant to include the atmosphere and decor, beautiful view, delicious main courses and desserts, and their server Donald who was friendly, attentive and professional. So far they said this restaurant was the best on their trip to the northeast so far.

Smash burger was good. My wife's Mac & cheese was dry and uninteresting. Rooftop bar was nice.read more