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    Cabbage Island Clambakes

    4.9 (177 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndSeafood, Boat Charters, Boat Tours
    Closed 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Line up for food
    Amy M.

    My husband and I attended. The boat tour before going to the island was nice but you could not hear anything if outside on deck. The history of the island and family that does the clambakes very cool. I was confused that it is a half day event! The food was great and the service top notch.

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    Tim O.

    This was a great experience with an abundance of food. All of the servers were friendly and attentive. The lobsters were larger than we expected. The meal was all generously portioned. The boat ride was enjoyable and everything was well-organized down to the last detail. Cool island setting with fantastic views.

    Lobster dinner

    We had such a great time on the Cabbage Island Clambake Cruise. We've done several day cruises in Maine over the years, and this was easily our favorite. It was also probably the best value we've found for a Maine excursion. The trip was about 3 1/2 hours from leaving Boothbay Harbor until we returned, and it felt like just the right amount of time. The scenery was beautiful, the island was fun to explore, and the clambake was excellent. What really stood out, though, was the people. Every staff member we interacted with was friendly and seemed to genuinely enjoy being there. We had the chance to talk with two members of the family that owns the business, and hearing about the history of the island and how long they've been doing this made the experience feel even more special. You can tell they really care about what they're doing. One thing that stuck with me was hearing several different people mention that they come back every year. By the end of the trip, I understood why. If we're back in the Boothbay Harbor area, this will definitely be on our list to do again.

    Victoria L.

    So you make a reservation online. You pay when you get to the Cabbage Island booth. Bring cash. No cards taken. You wait till it's about 45 minutes before departure and you line up to get on boat. Ride is about 50 minutes with a commentary along the way. You arrive on the island find a table to sit. You are served drinks and soup. Then you get on an assembly line to get your meal. Line moves fast. They are professionals at what they do. Food was very good. I have to say I'm spoiled cause I hate cracking a lobster lol! I just always get the lobster meat already out of shell. Desert is a blueberry cake.

    Jellyfish at boat dock
    Vinnie M.

    This is like something in a book. You talk a 45 minute boat ride out to cabbage island while getting a history lesson about the area. You arrive to the island and it like you went to camp for adults all kinds of games and place to walk and see nature from unobstructed views. Then they call you for the first course which is an amazing fish chowder. The you hear the horn blow and everyone hurries to get the main course 2 lobsters baked potato corn on the cob clams and melted butter. Followed by coffee and blueberry cake. Unbelievable then as your leaving the two brothers say goodbye and thank you for coming

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    Heather B.

    This truly is an amazing adventure, don't hesitate. BOOK THE EXCURSION! ** Cash or check only! I've been vacationing in Northern Maine for 37 years, and we just recently started venturing out to Southern Maine. I came across Cabbage Island Clam Bake via social media late last year. I finally made a point to visit this year. Booking online was very easy. I booked our trip back in December. No payment needed. You pay upon arrival on the day of your trip. Book in advance if possible. They will fill up fast. They cater to special events as well, so reachout if you need to book something. There are a few things to choose from for meals, even for children, incase lobster is not your thing, or maybe you simply are lobstered out and want to have an experience. Communication was fantastic as the date grew closer. We received email confirmation back in December, but June into July it ramped up with maybe an email here or a text to confirm 1-3 times. We did change one of our meals from the chicken to lobster with a simple phone call a few weeks in advance. They were very accommodating and pleasant. We received email confirmation when that was complete. Their website is filled with lots of information. I also watched a few videos via social media to get a feel for what to expect. The day came for our CICB! We went on 7/5/25, afternoon excursion. We arrived a little before 11:30am, checked in and paid an estimated $97 per person. Price will vary. The website has that broken down for you. We waited behind the ticket booth in the shade. When boarding came we were one of the last to board. Once onboard the Benie Alice we were greeted by many of the crew. You could opt to pay for some drinks on board. Bring a sweater, even if it's hot outside Maine summers can be on the cooler side. The bottom level was cold for many as windows were open, and the water air was filling in. The upper deck was warmer, but the seating is limited to about 99 passengers. The front of the boat outside definitely is cold due to the air coming at you when it is moving. The back of the boat is the warmest and most comfortable I found for myself. When we arrived we found seating at an outdoor picnic table in the Hideaway section. It was so nice and secluded! Good to restore any sensory overload we all had. There are many picnic tables around, an indoor seating area, restrooms, bar, kitchen, and small gift shop. Once we were seated our waiter Will came and introduced himself. He also took our drink order. Tea(hot or iced), coffee, and water are apart of your meal. There are sodas and mixed drinks for sale paid via cash. Will brought out the fish chowder. It was FANTASTIC! So good. I added a little salt and pepper, others kept it the way it came. I ventured to check out the lobster being cooked along with all the other fixings. It honestly was so fascinating watching all the hard work that was going into preparing the food. They clearly have this all down to a science and work like a well oiled machine. So many of staff/family took time to chat with guests. Everyone was so nice! A bell went off and we headed to get our food. The line moved pretty quick. On a tray we had 2 lobsters, clams, a potato, melted butter, an onion corn on the cob and an egg. Everyone was superb! We finished with coffee and their famous blueberry cake. The cake was moist, houses many blueberries and had a small crunch on the top. It was a decent size piece as well! This entire experience was wonderful! It's in my list to return if I'm in the area! I'll be recommending it so many! TIP THE STAFF. Jars are on the picnic table. THANK YOU MOORE FAMILY and CREW! You all did an amazing job from day one! Can I be adopted... hehe. Have a wonderful rest of the season.

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    Tom S.

    It's all cash, so make sure to hit the ATM. So the fish chowdah came and it was okay for a bake. Then the meal... WOW! Twin lobstah, corn on the cob, steamers a baked potato, a boiled onion & a hard boiled egg. Oh and to finish the meal... a wonderful slice of a blueberry cake! Sorry ate it... didn't get a pic, trust me it was yummy. We came, we saw and we kicked its butt! Yum. Well done folks. That was awesome. Well worth the excursion. Remember bring cash! Tip the help

    Michael E.

    Outstanding, we were rained out and there was no room for us in the house but I couldn't care less. Amazing food and great time.

    Lobster bake
    Real Shopper R.

    This is a wonderful Maine memory, and the food is outstanding. The service is impeccable, and the ambience is amazing ! Before dinner you can hike around the island which is spectacular and has amazing views of Linekin and the surrounding areas. The Moore family that runs the clambake are the most hospitable people in Maine. So if you want an epic Maine experience with a little bit of a tour on the water before the bake, you need to sign up early because this sells out fast. I always go online in June and book a couple outings. They only take cash or check and it's always well worth the money spent.

    Also includes huge blueberry cake
    Angelo B.

    We saw this on a Mark wiens video a while back and wanted to come. Tried to make a reservation and it was already sold out for the 2022 year. So as soon as reservations opened for 2023 we snagged a spot. It's a great experience, and incredible value. At around $20 more than what you'd pay for a lobster roll at some places, you get a boat ride (with tour), cool island experience, and lots of delicious food. Lobster in particular was delicious. Meal come with ice tea or coffee. Soda and alcohol are offered to purchase (including on the boat) Staff is super friendly. Family run atmosphere. The venue has a huge outdoor seating area with tables spaced apart. There's also ample indoor seating too if you prefer (or if weather is bad). They recommend coming an hour early which probably isn't necessary. It does take a little time to find parking. Note the local parking lot they recommend only charges until 4pm.

    So good
    Michelle T.

    Oh wow. Mark wein did not overhype this place. I was sad that they were sold out of tickets last summer and I made it my mission to hunt for these tickets. Reservations online open up in the fall, keep hitting the refresh button till you can rsvp. That's when you know you had made it, I rsvp for their second day of the season - Father's Day. It felt like hitting the lotto to be able to take my family in celebrating my hard working immigrant father who worked all his life - still working to support us. This was a trip to remember for life. It's simple, you rsvp get there early to pay for your tickets, hop on a boat, and then get spoiled. Go on Sunday's for free street parking. 45 minutes to get to their private island where they give you a nice tour around the Maine coast. When you get onto the island , walk around and enjoy. 1 st bell is for clam chowder, 2nd bell is to line up to get your plate of goodies. Unlimited water coffee and tea. End with their delicious blueberry cake. Don't worry if you can't finish, they provide you with to go boxes and bags. An amazing experience for a really good price. Friendly staff and what can beat a beer as you experience a Private island. Chill vibes. See you again next year.

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    Katie A.

    Get in line early if you want a good seat on the boat. I don't know how many people fit on the boat, but it was a lot. We got lucky... It was a foggy day, but started to clear up. Could not see much on the ride over. But it was still a nice boat ride. They bring you chowder, and then you stand in line to get your food. The lobsters were small, but they gave you two. The corn was a bit overcooked. Wasn't so wild over by the clams. And you got a hard boiled egg and it cooked onion. Quite interesting. The island itself was quite beautiful. I wish we had more time to walk around, but as soon as we're done eating, it was time to board and return.

    Alex D.

    Amazing experience. I approached this activity with the mindset that this would be a bit of the touristy variety. I was so wrong. Amazing experience. Food is expertly prepared. I have eaten lobsters all over Maine, and I have to say this was one of the best. Service is amazing. People who work here really care about the quality of their work. I was incredibly impressed. Things to improve upon: captain is grumpy, was impolite to my son prior to boarding. Otherwise, amazing amazing place. Take the time to hike to the end of the island, you may see a nest full of Ospreys.

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    Cap'n Fish's Cruises - Demonstration (Jul 2025)

    Cap'n Fish's Cruises

    3.9(166 reviews)
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    Great staff! The puffins are adorable! Next time I will bring gloves and a sweater for the whale…read moreportion though. Great food and good prices!

    We loved our experience. The captain and the Audubon Rep were very nice and engaging. Answering…read morequestions as we docked, during the cruise and after. The captain was great and slowed the boat down, when he saw wildlife. Our trip was perfect - perfect weather and so many creatures to see. We saw more birds than I can remember or name. LOL Of course we saw Puffins!! They are very cute, tiny and fast! Bring decent camera if you are going to try to get pictures of them in flight. The boat was buzzing with excitement when we saw them. They slow the boat down and drive slowly around the island so that both sides of the boat can get a chance to see and take pictures of the birds and researchers on the island. During our trip out - we saw a gigantic sunfish and a few pods of porpoises and many seals/sea dogs. So cute!!!! There is a bathroom on board (I didn't try it). They also have a galley, where you can buy food and snacks and souvenirs. We didn't buy anything. There is an upper deck and lower deck. We sat on the upper deck, since it was a beautiful day and there were still seats left. Definitely wear sunscreen and a hat and make sure the hat fits tight or is tether to your clothing. The wind gets pretty strong as they speed up. If you have trouble with motion sickness, you definitely should take precautions. They had staff with vomit bags ready. They prefer kids not vomit over the edge if possible. LOL Total time on the boat is about 2.5 hours. It takes about an hour to get to Easter Egg island. Parking - if you are ok to walk...you may want to try to parking other than where they recommend - which is literally right at the boat dock. The convenience is great - however, it's $50 to park and they pack cars in TIGHT. When we do this again, we will definitely find another lot to park and walk from. There's plenty of cool shops to stop in as well on the way to and from the boat dock. If you like the ocean, boats and wildlife. I think you would like this cruise. We did!

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    4.8(38 reviews)
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    What a fun way to spend the morning. On the Maine coast on a sail boat…read more Not much wind this morning but the crew took care of us. They did provide beverages while sailing. And to time to answer questions about the sights. They have opportunities for people or kids to help out with the ropes and pull the sails. It's two hours so plan ahead especially if you are thinking g about bringing kids. Remember you are close with 25 others not related to you. There is a toilet but believe deck so you have to navigate a ladder. Ordering tickets online was easy and they send you notifications via text and email. There is street parking but limited so plan ahead. Check in was easy and boarding was a breeze. But not enough of a breeze for sailing. Ha ha. Loved it!

    What a great experience! I am so glad that my wife booked this trip for us. It was such a great…read moretime. The captain was great as was her first mate. She did a fantastic job sailing, having good conversation, and keeping things fun. She also knew a lot about sailboats in general and explained the differences in the other sailboats we passed. Lots of safety aboard and they do a great job having the visitors help with the needs of the boat. It was absolutely gorgeous that day and we could not have had better conditions to sail. Wind was good. Water was good. Times were good! We got to see a bunch of lighthouses and many wildlife too. All in all, a good way to spend a day on the water. They do sell booze if you want a drink. You only live once, do the things!! I would do it again in a heartbeat!! '26 - 32

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    4.6(72 reviews)
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    Totally recommend this company for an enjoyable one hour boat tour to the island of Monhegan. You…read morenot only see a lot along the way but the crew is very nice and they made the trip fun as well. The island is so interesting. It's the furthest inhabited island at 10 miles from shore. It's so interesting to see the people who live out there and how they go through their day to day life.

    Deep Boat Hard to…read morepass up a boat ride to see some adorable puffins while visiting Maine, so we decided to give Hardy Boat Cruises a go on their "Puffin Watch" tour. The Good: *About a twenty minute drive from gorgeous Pemaquid Point Lighthouse. *Staff was friendly *You're not stuck in your seat for the entire journey as you're free to move about once the boat gets going. *About as close as one can get to the puffins without going on the island they hangout. *Overall, it was a really fun boat ride and you get to see some neat stuff. The Meh: *It's not cheap at $51/adults (13+) and Kids (2-12) *They have a representative from National Audibon on the boat which is awesome--but you can't hear a weird she says thru their archaic "sound" system. Between the waves and engine noise, she could've been reading the dictionary for all we know. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ The Meh: *Their "off-site" parking lot is definitely just that--off-site! It's a good 10min walk from the parking to the pier, but that's not even the worst of it. You have to walk on a two-lane road with almost no shoulder and lots of curves, so definitely be aware of your surroundings. Or it'll coy-tains for you, see? Coy-tains! *And--as if the above wasn't bad enough--they have the gall to charge you $20 for the pleasure of parking there. -_- Conclusion: Fun ocean adventure to see the puffins--but be prepared to crack open your wallet for this pleasure.

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    This is an excellent museum which highlights Bath's proud history of shipbuilding in Maine…read more Although the admission fee is high ($20 or $22), it helps to support the volunteers and activities of the museum. We only had 2 hours available, so we focused largely on the exhibits. The museum includes various buildings which highlight different aspect of shipbuilding from caulking, blacksmithing, and building skiffs (modern day boats used to travel on Maine's coastal waterways). We loved the exhibit on lobstering in Maine - with superb displays that showed why Maine's lobsters are prized worldwide (they have the best claw meat), and a colorful display of buoys and traps. Talking with volunteers about the art of woodcarving and building skiffs was very interesting. It was cool to see the flagpoles (representing the Wyoming schooner) and Bath Iron Works in the distance (a current shipyard for the U.S. Navy). Since we only had 2 hours available from 10am-12pm, we could not join the afternoon lighthouse cruises (which looked like fun). Overall, we enjoyed our visit to the Maine Maritime Museum! You'll learn a lot about Bath's proud history of shipbuilding and the tradition of lobstering in Maine.

    The Maine Maritime Museum is not only an excellent museum for highlighting the area's substantial…read morecontribution to maritime history, but their events are always first class. I have done cruises, taken classes, and attended dinners here, and each experience was such a treat! I know that I will NEVER again watch fireworks from shore when it was so much better to watch them from the water. I highly recommend becoming a Museum member, not just for the event discounts, but just to have access to the beautiful grounds. I have whiled away more than one afternoon, watching the beautiful Kennebec River and all the wildlife from the grassy shore. This Museum is so much more than a museum; it's a celebration of Bath's relationship with the sea. If I could give this more than 5 stars, I would!

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    Maine Maritime Museum - Our daily 1-hour cruises (mid-May-October) pass Bath Iron Works--a unique way to see America's Navy being built right from the water!

    Our daily 1-hour cruises (mid-May-October) pass Bath Iron Works--a unique way to see America's Navy being built right from the water!

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    Looking for nature on one of our daily cruises--rain or shine!

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