Named after the owner's daughter (Charlotte) and father (Raymond), C-Ray is a hidden gem off the side of the freeway that we always make a trip out to visit when we hike Acadia. Bear in mind that it's only open in the summer months (April to October). Order at the shack in the front and eat in the heated and covered seating area. Clean bathrooms around the side. Prices are fair and staff is friendly. Parking is about 12 cars worth. Absolutely recommend the chowder and blueberry pie here, although they're known for their lobster bake special (lobster, corn and mussels) and lobster roll (which are both excellent). Chowder is full of clams/corn and filled to the brim. Make sure to get here early so they don't run out of anything! read more

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We came by after a LONG day of hiking and being insanely hungry and were thrilled to see they weren't busy at the moment, and there was hardly any wait time for our food. There's plenty of outdoor seating with shade & heaters. They bring your food straight to your table for you, and they were kind enough to turn on the heaters for us without us even asking. I hadn't even realized how chilly it was until then. We ordered the crabmeat roll, lobster roll, potato salad, clam chowder, and the blueberry pie. I honestly was impressed by their serving size and pricing. Definitely very fair pricing and the rolls are packed with meat. I was so hungry I didn't expect to be full, but their portion sizes definitely filled us all up. I don't have much experience with lobster rolls since I'm not from the Northeast, BUT I would say that these rolls were among the best I've had during my travels both on this trip and prior trips in the Northeast. It's also so convenient that they're right outside the National park so you don't even have to drive that far to find them. Great food and great pricing for being right outside a National park. If I ever come back to Acadia, I would 100% stop by here for some food again. read more

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Dropped in from Bar Harbor. Outdoor dining, no line on a Sunday night, great price for lobster dinner and a clam chowder. Super friendly staff. Definitely try the lobster melt! read more

I loved my experience at C-Ray Lobster. This is a traditional lobster shack not too far from downtown Bar Harbor. They have a heated, covered picnic table area in addition to outdoor picnic tables, and some comfy Adirondack chairs around a nice roaring fire pit. I like that this place isn't overly busy, and it has great food and service. On top of that, I think their Lobster Dinner deal for two is an excellent deal. You get two lobsters, two ears of corns, and mussels to share for a very reasonable price. The lobster at C-Rays was a great size, and it was well cooked. The flavor of the lobster was sweet and fresh. My only regret was not ordering more! read more

C-Ray Lobster - Seafood Near Me - Bar Harbor, Maine

First Lobster Shack that we came during our Acadia trip. The first time, we got the Lobster Dinner for Two, which came with Lobsters, mussels, and corn. The food was amazing - the lobster just by itself without the butter was already sweet and tasty. We ended up also coming back for the lobster rolls, which was equally as delicious. (this place's lobster roll and Travelin' Lobster were my favorites) The pie was also really good, though I will say it's a bit on the sweeter side compared to the other places. There's a generous amount of outdoor seating, and also an area to play cornhole and listen to a guy play live music. Service was super friendly (owner is a local) and was happy to chat to us about Acadia and things to recommend doing. I'll definitely come by again if I'm ever in Acadia. read more

C-Ray Lobster - Seafood Near Me - Bar Harbor, Maine

The food was amazing! They had a cozy bonfire with outdoor seating and seating under a pavilion with heaters. Local brews and delicious blueberry pie. This is a must stop read more

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The perfect post-Acadia meal! Fast service, cozy seafood family-run spot. Definitely a favorite and very memorable. Came at the end of the season in fall, and they were still going strong with heaters inside tents as well! At night, they had a large fire pit and lots of games and activities to play while munching on food. Food itself was scrumptious. Best blueberry pie and best ice cream i've ever had. Will be back in the summer and head to the ice cream store bc they already closed for the season. The lobster roll was not outright saucy, grilled cheese was packed with protein. read more

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Rating: 5/10 Date Last Visited: 8/17/2025 We ordered the Lobster Dinner for Two, Lobster Roll, Clam Chowder, and Blueberry Pie. The lobster itself was decent, but the lobster was a bit small and there wasn't much meat. The mussels and corn that came with the lobster was good. The lobster roll was pretty solid, but I thought the bagged potato chips were a bit lazy (would prefer homemade chips or fries). The clam chowder was good too, it was savory and I could really taste the clam flavor. The blueberry pie was decent but too sweet. Overall, this place is great if you're in the area and want a lobster meal, but it's a bit pricey for the taste and quantity. read more

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Amazing place for all things lobster - the food was so delicious that we came here 3 times during our 4 days in the Bar Harbor area. You order at the counter, and food is brought to your table; all seating is outdoors, but there is a heated area when it was chilly even in the summer evening. We tried a variety of lobster preparations and the crab rolls. Sandwiches and rolls come with a side of chips and a pickle. Reviews of what we tried: - Crab roll: my favorite of everything we tried; the crab meat was so sweet and the dill mayo sauce is so good - Lobster melt: my husband tried this, cheesy and warm, good but he preferred the crab rolls - Lobster bake: we ordered a 2 person bake which was great for sharing - it comes with 2 lobsters, 1 lb of mussels, and 2 corn on the cobs; great first lobster bake experience and comes with instructions. The lobster meat was sweet and didn't even need the butter (the butter was a lovely addition) Highly recommend stopping by C-Ray Lobster if you're looking for delicious lobster and crab! read more

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My favorite lobster roll we had during our Acadia trip! We came here for lunch and there was plenty of parking and seating. You order at the stand and then find a table and they will bring the food out to you. They also have plenty of outdoor space and games like corn hole and frisbee! Now only the food! The lobster was fresh and piled high. The standouts were the roll they used, their bread is house made and perfectly buttered and toasted (versus the hot dog buns many other places make). I also loved the house mayo they tossed the lobster in, had a bit of tartness to it and the perfect complement. Plus the lemon slice given adds a nice bit of acidity and makes the freshness pop. We also enjoyed the clam chowder which was chocked full of goodies like veggies and seafood. I was glad we got it right away and were able to have our soup while we waited for our order. The blueberry pie was the perfect way to end the meal. It was perfectly not too sweet, only wished we got some ice cream to go with it! Overall, this was my favorite spot for lobster rolls & I hope to be back! read more

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Amazing crab roll tossed lightly in a chive mayo, crab is hand picked then place into a delicious brioche roll. Tried a new Maine Pilsner while I waited for food to go. They had a heated indoor area and a fire pit going close by with a few chairs. Awesome spot ! read more

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This is a gem in Bar Harbor area. I have been to lobster places all over the world, this is the tops for me. The lobsters are directly gathered by their own fishing boats - cooked to perfection- juicy, tender, fresh; we also get the mussels and clams too. Yes there are many places to eat in Bar Harbor area, but this is the tops for us. Josh, Chris and Lamar are all personable and make it a great eating experience. read more

We saw Blueberry Pie on their sign. We had already eaten back in Bar Harbor, but it's always time for pie! Stopped and bought a whole pie. OMG the BEST pie ever!!! Don't drive by-you're missing a treat!! read more

A nice overall experience. Like most outdoor lobster pounds, you walk up and order your food. In a few minutes a perfectly cooked lobster & corncob dinner arrives. What sets this apart is, you feel like you're at a friend's picnic. Tables are scattered around the manicured property, a fire pit with chairs surrounding it, a baggo board for an impromptu game after dinner. We had a bottle of wine in the car, no problem. All in all a nice, welcoming family run restaurant. read more

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This place was pretty cool. The lobster rolls weren't the best lobster rolls you'll get in the area, but definitely better than average. It was super cold outside and we were worried we were gonna freeze in the dining area but we ended having to take our coats off while sitting down because it was so warm in there. Super cozy spot and very decent lobster rolls and service. read more

C-Ray Lobster - Lobster roll - Seafood Near Me - Bar Harbor, Maine

C-Ray Lobster is the real deal. This family-run business offers the best lobster dinner as well as other seafood treats from the local waters. Boiled in seawater, the lobsters are tender and succulent and the mussels, sweet and salty, needing no adornment at all. The family all works together to make the dinner an unforgettable experience. The lobster pound and pavilion are tucked behind the family home and the atmosphere is very welcoming. You feel like you are at a family picnic! Service is more than efficient. They seem to anticipate your every need. Great beverage options are available as well. For the quintessential lobster dinner, check out C-Ray's. read more

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We had the blueberry pie last night. It was great. Were going back for the lobster dinner tonight. FYI, there is a big tent for heated indoor seating. read more

Eat where the locals eat! And this is the place! C-Ray Lobster in Bar Harbor is an absolute gem! The lobster is incredibly fresh and perfectly cooked, making it a must-try for seafood lovers. The casual outdoor seating adds to the charm, offering a relaxed, scenic spot to enjoy your meal. Don't miss the best blueberry pie I've ever had--went back and bought two more slices! The staff is friendly and welcoming, creating a wonderful, laid-back vibe. Highly recommend this place for anyone visiting Bar Harbor! read more

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Old school is the best school. This place makes lobster rolls, crab rolls, and clam chowder that people flock from all over the world to sit in peace by their real wood fire pits and eat in peace and enjoy the moments of their lives. You have to make the pilgrimage from Bar Harbor, past all the tourist traps and enter in a world that hasn't changed in decades. Enjoy the company of strangers there to relish life. read more

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Cute little road side lobster place after you leave bar harbor proper. Lobster roll was filled with fresh tasty lobster but I do have to say I was a little taken back by the price. Thought lobster rolls were gonn be cheaper in New England, lol. Blueberry pie was great too and staff was friendly. Would def come back. read more

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They get solid points because of their ambiance and their very friendly service! You go up to a little shack where they prepare all the food to order and then you have your choice of where to sit -- outside with several picnic tables, fire pits, or under a large roof with picnic tables. they convert it to "inside" with heaters and plastic covering if it's cold, rainy, and windy. It was so helpful to eat here when it was cold! Their food was fresh and good and we enjoyed it! They add more flavor and seasoning to their lobster roll that makes it stand out more. read more

C-Ray Lobster - Lobster roll - Seafood Near Me - Bar Harbor, Maine

We have been on a lobster roll crawl during our visit to Maine. C-Rays is our 5th stop and has been THE BEST we have had. lobster meat to bread ratio is perfect, the side of lemon wedge and side of drawn butter is a great add that no other place has offered. I just left there and can't wait to go back for another before we leave the area. Service was great and the atmosphere was nice with cornhole boards for you to enjoy. 10 out of 10 read more

C-Ray Lobster - Best lobster roll on bar harbor - Seafood Near Me - Bar Harbor, Maine

Fresh off the boat within a 12 hour time period. Good Lobster but the Bisque and Clam Chowder is Great. One day I wanted Clam Chowder and C-Ray does not open until 2:00 PM so I stopped at a lobster place about 1/4 away and ordered the Clam Chowder. Cost me $20.00 and tasted like water, never again. I went back the next day to C-Ray's. Worth the 15 minute drive from Bar Harbor and the 2:00 PM opening time. Prices less than downtown Bar Harbor and Fresher. I went at least 4 times and never disappointed. read more

Awesome and well worth stopping. Great food, fun venue. Good drinks. Fun for adults and kids.

C-Ray Lobster is legit and a nice change of pace from the restaurants in downtown Bar Harbor, which were definitely more expensive with at least a 30 minute to one hour wait for dinner. It's about 7 miles from downtown and worth a visit! There's plenty of picnic tables to eat your meal at, and even a small covered area with a couple tables. The graveled parking lot was a decent size. Decided on a small lobster bake special, which came with a 1.25lb lobster (pretty meaty and slightly sweet), 1lb mussels, and corn on the cob for $24.99! Earlier for lunch I paid double the price, but it included a cup of clam chowder instead of mussels. What a deal. Everything was so fresh and tasted great. I also tried some of the lobster melt, which was packed with meat. Washed my meal downtown with a blueberry soda (a must try!) and was quite satisfied. Definitely a great last meal while in Bar Harbor! Note C-Ray Lobster is only open Wednesday through Sunday. read more

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You will be happy. This is a very unassuming place but the food is what matters. Very little focus on ambiance so if you're looking for that, keep looking. But if you want great food just outside of Bar Harbor this is for you. The lobsters were so fresh and steamed to perfection couldn't get enough of them. So juicy and sweet. The clams were just as good. The blue Barry pie was the best blue berry pie I had in Boston. Crust was flaky and the blue berries were sweet and not overly loaded with sugar/syrup. The natural flavor of the blue berries really stand out. The service was friendly. We were the last customers for the night and the staff chatted a bit with use and never felt rushed. So happy we stopped in for dinner. read more

C-Ray Lobster - Dinner for 2 with additional clams and blue berry pie. - Seafood Near Me - Bar Harbor, Maine

Good lunch spot. Nice people. Chowder good. Little cold. Lobster roll had tons of meat! I had lobster on salad. Nice tables to picnic after driving. read more

Definitely try to make a stop here while you're in Bar Harbor! We ordered the lobster dinner for 2, which came with 2 lobsters, mussels, and corn. Everything was fresh, hot, and delicious. They also had a great selection of local beers. We enjoyed the Atlantic Brewing company blueberry ale by the fire while we waited on the food. It was such a lovely and picturesque end to our trip to Maine. read more

C-Ray Lobster - Lobster dinner for 2 - Seafood Near Me - Bar Harbor, Maine

ONLY order the lobster dishes - husband and son had amazing lobster rolls. I had the "Entree chicken salad" and it was a bowl of lettuce with 6 thin slices of Chicken. We all laughed when I opened the take out box (that's what the meals come in) it was funny, but sad because I had to get dinner elsewhere as it was just lettuce and maybe 1 ounce of chicken. But the lobster rolls were amazing. read more

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The C-Ray Lobster restaurant in Bar Harbor, Maine is a must-visit for seafood lovers. This quaint lobster pound restaurant offers an authentic Maine lobster experience. The lobster rolls are fresh, buttery, and piled high with sweet, tender lobster meat--simply unbeatable. Whether you enjoy your lobster steamed, boiled, or in a roll, the quality is exceptional. Their homemade blueberry pie is the best I have ever tasted also. It has outdoor tables which adds to its casual, laid-back atmosphere. With friendly service and a menu full of fresh, local seafood, C-Ray Lobster is a true Bar Harbor gem. read more

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This place was across the street from the RV park we were staying in. We were panting for lobster and they did not disappoint. Outdoor tables, some with cover and some around a fire pit. We wanted mussels and clams and they agreed to substitute the corn for clams. Got the order quickly. Lobsters were delicious as were the mussels. They forgot the clam substitute. Since they were slammed with customers, we ate the corn. Would go back since the lobster was totally delish and the price was way better than in town. read more

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C-Ray was the best value lobster dinner I had on Mount Desert by a long shot. The dinners that come with steamers was a lot of food for a pretty decent price. They have a great covered and screened in seating area and the wait in line and for the food was pretty short. I think the lobster was soft shell, I'm certainly not an expert in this yet but it was easier to get through than the other lobsters I had that week. They ran out of whole blueberry pies pretty early so we had to get a couple slices, I wish we were able to get a whole pie because it was delicious. The bathrooms were just porta-potties but they did have real sinks on the outside of the building. We also stayed to chat with the chefs for a bit and had a great conversation about the lobster handling and cooking process. read more

Went for dinner on 10/08/21: Food: delicious!! We got the medium whole lobster, one crab roll, one crab melt, and blueberry pie. The whole lobster came with instructions on how to properly dissect it which was helpful because it had been a minute since I had eaten a full lobster. The roll was in a toasted brioche bun which was an excellent detail. The melt was filled with lobster and the melted cheese with it was a nice alternative to eat a lobster sandwich after eating so many rolls! The pie was cold, which was the only disappointment but it worked out for us because we took it to our hotel room and warmed it up - tasted delicious and was filled with blueberries !! Service: the staff was kind and patient even though there was a huge line! Seating: they had a covered tent with two heat lamps that seemed like it sufficed. We were really cold tho but it was also a colder night than usual - the butter started hardening really quickly. Bathrooms: pretty bad - I would take out 1/2 star for this because there wasn't even a light in the porter potty and the water in the sink was ice cold. Tip: go early because they start running out - we wanted the clam chowder and it was out ~1 hour before close. Would I come back? Yes! read more

C-Ray Lobster - Seafood Near Me - Bar Harbor, Maine

Delicious food and friendly staff. The Lobster Bake was perfect for the two of us. We ate happily in their tent with heat lamps. We enjoyed this place so much that we came back the next day! read more

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Lobster rolls were great, staff were friendly, there was a fire pit and live music. Allowed dogs.

Best lobster roll I had during the entire trip! Nice friendly staff. Blueberry pie was great as well

A roadside lobster shack - as Maine as it gets. Excellent. The chowder is very good, and you can't go wrong with a lobster roll. Also had some blueberry pie which was a great ending to the meal. They close at 7:30 and the line gets long so come early! read more

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The trick to finding good food in Bar Harbor is to avoid the downtown area. This place was tucked away just outside of the city. The parking situation is kind of janky, I was worried other customers were going to back into my car when I was waiting in line to order. Service with a smile. The staff is super friendly. We started with a bowl of clam chowder. It was super rich and filled with clam and potatoes. I'm glad I got the bowl and not the cup. Lobster bake for two came with corn, mussels, butter, and of course lobster. Mussels were nothing special but nothing beats buttered corn and lobster. I had a blast cracking claws and eating tail meat. For dessert we had blueberry pie and whoopie pie. Dining is outdoors. You can bring your own booze and I doubt they care, blueberry Old Soaker pairs very well with any meal in Maine. read more

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Excellent atmosphere great fresh lobster and the homemade blueberry pie was outstanding! There's even space for the kids to run around!

Lobster roll was amazing!!!! Fire pit was nice and comfy. We will be back before we head out. read more

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