Roadside market with snacks, decent freezer section and food for takeaway. We didn't order anything of the menu so I can't speak to how the fresh food is but a cute place to pop in for snacks! read more

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You want one of the best lobster rolls I have ever had, you need to go to this market. Fresh cut lobster in front of you mixed with fresh dill and mayonnaise and a zest of lemon over a hot toasted hotdog bun. It's worth the trip and it's worth the money. Pick up some wild flowers while you are at it. read more

Higgins Beach Market - Fresh flowers too. - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Scarborough, Maine

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Food is bomb, options for everyone (including gluten free and vegan), grab and head to the beach around the corner! read more

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The worst pizza ever, don't even waste your money! We had the same pizza (arugula prosciutto) 2 yrs ago before the pizza oven broke and it was good. Just had it again now that it's back on the menu and it was awful - stingy with the toppings and the prosciutto shown in photo was complete fat only in 2 of the pieces. Hardly any sauce and dry crust. Overall a bust! You're better off driving up to Oak Hill and going to Burano's! read more

Higgins Beach Market - Arugula prosciutto pizza - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Scarborough, Maine

Love this place. Loved it when it was the former place and when the new owners took over and renovated and revamped the menu a few years ago they made it even better while also keeping cost in line with what's delivered. Wanted to get that out of the way first. But the other day I had the fish sandwich. The sandwich itself was great and very creative (pepperoccinis, lettuce, tomato, and a great sauce which omitted any need for catching up). The was all fantastic. The fish filet though was extremely underwhelming and not what I expected at all for a place in Maine and owners that are well in-tuned with phenomenal seafood at their other establishments. The filet, which was more of a cutlet, maybe tilapia, left so much to be desired. Like the quality of their other products I expected a decent if not robust cut of haddock - like every other seafood restaurant in the are. This was not it and the fish was so disappointing (not just thin, but over-cooked/dry as well) that I'd go further than a recommendation not to order it - I think if they can't upgrade the fish it should just be taken off the menu. This review is intended only to steer people away from the fish sandwich! Other than this disappointment everything else at this place is worth the trip! read more

Unsafe: Found the finger of a black latex glove baked into the bread of my sandwich. Management only offered to refund the sandwich. Shame on them. read more

Higgins Beach Market - Latex glove baked into bread - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Scarborough, Maine

First off this is not a place to go to if you're hungry. The portion size is for Hobbits. The good news is that the quality ingredients used here create some legit sandwiches and pizza. The beer selection and wine are both great if you don't mind paying 25% more than Hannaford, which is just a skip through the Shire at 3 miles away. read more

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Ugh :( I hate to write this because I used to love coming here for our beach snacks and I was so excited about the new build- so happy for the owners. Waited 50 minutes for two cold (overpriced and mediocre) sandwiches today. The kitchen staff couldn't have moved slower if they tried. I get it's a fun summer gig for high schoolers but they need someone back there helping them to be efficient who knows how to work in a kitchen. Perhaps consider not accepting online orders at this time. Also, the old selection of market essentials was so much better. Don't think this will be a staple in our summer anymore read more

*sigh* I miss the old market. 5 years ago I could walk to the market and get a breakfast sandwich, coffee and a pastry for like $10. Now the breakfast sandwich alone costs $10?! TEN DOLLARS. For an english muffin sandwich with no, not a fresh egg, an egg patty. I understand you need to make money being a seasonal business but WOW. This place used to be GREAT. It was practically a grocery store with awesome merch, fresh produce, and really delicious made to order food. Ever since Big Tree Hospitality group took over this business back in 2021 it's been super disappointing. The food is straight up not good, and they're charging crazy prices. It's like they bought it, forgot about it, and hope their staff pulls it together. Maybe put out quality products and you won't have to worry about breaking even. Was hoping the new build would bring a better, new menu, but nope. Do better plz, you're letting down the Higgins Beach locals severely! A cup of soupy soft serve ice cream doesn't need to be $9! read more

This place used to be amazing for food, and the best lobster roll in Maine...but, no more. The lobster roll is overpriced and tiny; two bites of lobster on a small hot dog bun. ​The chicken fingers are odd bits of chicken in a weird "batter" of sorts - definitely not kid-friendly chicken fingers! Overpriced mediocre food. So sad because this place used to be so great! We won't be back. ​ read more

Great place to go for an after beach lunch. Has a variety of food, and also sells snacks for a side. Service was reasonable for the food, but wasn't super quick either. The ambience of the place is cute, although it only has 1 picnic table. I would come again read more

The food here is way better than you could really expect. Over the course of a week we tried most of the sandwiches. The fish sandwich, roast beef, breakfast sandwich and roast pork were all fantastic. Chicken cutlet was good. great place to stop if you're in the area read more

Higgins Beach Market has changed owners over the years and this past august we decided to try takeout for dinner on the beach. The fam went with a variety of options: I had the hot dog basket that came with fries that overall was very good and well cooked, fries weren't crispy, but they tasted almost hand-cut and I got a ton of them. We also tried their pizza-pepperoni that was about the size of a medium pizza when compared elsewhere size wise and were pleasantly surprised by how good it was- thin crispy crust and nice flavor. My wife had the Falafel sandwich which came on a baguette and said it was good, but a tad hard on the bread and she wished it had some Greek Tzatziki sauce which often comes with falafel. The smoked turkey sandwich was ok and came with a chili crisp mayo that was too hot for someone who doesn't do well with spicy and the crispy chicken bite basket was average. Beer local and craft selection was good and the owner there recommended a limited DIPA release we ended up trying. One thing I would appreciate they do in the future is provide prices on beer and what not- between two 4 packs it ran us over $37! (you are paying for convenience here but still, a decent markup compared to other prices locally for the same beer). Food was ready when promised for pickup on time and order came out as described. All in all we'll be back. read more

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First the good news: Ingredients / overall quality is good. HB Market definitely offers better quality food than you would expect from a beach shack type place. Not-so-good news: 1) Portion size: Very small portions , especially considering an Italian Sandwich will set you back $18!!! First off, no sandwich should ever cost $18 in life. That just shouldn't be a thing. However, if you are going to charge $18 for a sandwich, that ought to be a large sandwich. At Higgins Beach Market, it is not. Still costs $18 though. 2) Consistency: Maybe this is because there are a bunch of (super-friendly / well-meaning) teenagers staffing the place, but your order can be wildly different one day to the next depending who makes it. One day, plenty of olives, next day NO Olives -- cross your fingers! : ) Bottom Line: Good spot for a one-off, but until the sandwiches get less expensive or bigger / more consistent, will have to take my regular business elsewhere read more

Higgins Beach Market makes great breakfast and lunch sandwiches whether you're coming back from a morning surf or want a break for lunch. Their bread is excellent and the staff friendly. They have a wide selection of drinks and beer available too. Their sandwiches could be a bit larger, but for many they are likely just right. read more

The very best - and consistently good - fresh coffee in the area - better than Starbucks (which I actually like a lot). Also, it is OPEN! The Yelp notice that it's closed is incorrect as of this date (June 1, 2023). read more

I didn't buy anything here because I was hoping to try a lobster roll, but at market price of 24$ I wasn't really into it. They have a separate counter for food and another window on the side for ice cream and a few picnic tables. The shop part is super cute, it's got a little bit of everything and the owners and people that work there were really nice and friendly. I would have tried something if I hadn't been so keen on seafood. read more

Have gone here an embarrassing amount of times since they opened for the season. Everything we've had has been amazing (breakfast lunch and dinner) and we will keep coming back! Personal favorites are the potato head breakfast sandwich (on a croissant!), pork sandwich, fish tacos, and pepperoni pizza. The hours must be hard to staff but are so appreciated as everywhere else seems to be closed on Monday and Tuesday, and love the great selection of beer. It was great before Big Tree took over but now I think even better- so cool to have such great food options in a beach market atmosphere. Wish they could be open year round but I imagine it'd get a little cold. read more

Stopped in for the first time today and grabbed two orders of Fish Tacos. A pair of soft tortilla tacos with fried haddock, slaw, avocado, tomatoes and cilantro... Absolutely delicious!! A nice selection of eats, beer and wine & they do breakfast sandwiches and burritos too! We will be back!! read more

I am so happy to be back in Maine this summer and enjoying the beaches close to my summer home! Higgins Market is a gem! Not only are the lobster rolls delicious but the desserts are creative and amazing. Also nice is having a market that has all kinds of provisions. The Maine-made items they sell are unique. It's great that the new owners have stayed true to the neighborhood legacy of the market's origin's. read more

Small but special The Higgins Beach Market is a tiny place not far from Higgins Beach. In the past lots of beaches had quaint and incredibly useful and fun places like this but they are quickly fading into the past and are becoming memories. Fortunately Higgins Beach Market seems to be doing quite well and all the local people as well as the tourists flock to this place during the summer months. Not hard to see why it is so popular. They manage to cram all sorts of groceries, fresh veggies and fruits, junk food, booze, ice cream and all sorts of other stuff into this relatively tiny place, They even have pizza, lobster rolls and humongous sandwiches. A wonderful little market where you can get stuff to feed you belly, load up on the beach necessities as well as buy cool and crummy t-shirts and tacky Maine souvenirs. You can even catch up on the local gossip and talk to some very friendly and genuine people. Not many places like this are still around. And that is such a shame. read more

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I am so glad we stopped for lunch before heading to the beach! I got the fish tacos and they were delicious! Perfect for a nice light lunch. I will say it is a little pricey but nothing too expensive. Definitely stop here if you are on your way to Higgins beach! read more

My family was visiting the region and found this place on the Toast app. My companion ordered the grilled cheese and fries while I order the chicken bites and fries. OMG, the fries are awesome as is the chili ranch sauce (love the kick it has). It was ready right when we pulled up and tasted very fresh. Loved the convenience and speed of service as well as the food. read more

Love this place. I am only here a couple times of the year, but always look forward to sandwiches and pizza. It is awesome to spend the day chilling at one of the best beaches anywhere on the planet and then only have to take a 5 minute walk to pick up some great food. Sean is an old school proprietor who talks to his customers, and keeps the place humming at the same time. One of the best things about this business is that although there is a captive audience, Sean treats everyone like he wants their business. Also, they have a killer falafel wrap that I can't even find in Metrowest Boston. Portions are huge: Value = customers = a great spot! read more

Higgins beach market is so convenient with great coffee, breakfast sandwiches and lunch. I love their breakfast burrito. They even cute beach themed home decor and gifts. They no longer have a minimum spend on credit cards which is so much better if you're just running by for a drink or coffee. Definitely a must try if you're in the area! read more

The new owners have really improved this market!! Selection is fantastic - they sell tandem coffee, great variety of beer, wine, and their sandwiches are delicious. So happy they've revamped it! read more

This was a great spot to stop in and grab some sandwiches, snacks, and beer (good selection to choose from!) with a couple friends on our way to Cape Elizabeth. read more

Stop here by accident while on a bike ride. The owner and operator gave me travel advice that positively impacted my Maine vacation. The Higgins Beach Market embodies all of the good things a New Yorker expects when coming to Maine! read more

Love Sean so much. Great market, great food, huge selection and great prices. His lobster rolls are to die for and so much better than other tourist traps like Portland Lobster Company with like 3x the lobster meat at the same price. Great pizza, ice cream, lobster rolls, fresh produce, italian sandwiches and great market inventory with low prices. Totally my go to lunch and dinner place in all of Maine. Thanks Sean for all you do, really don't know what we'd do without you and the market! read more

We stopped in twice on our trip. Everyone was so friendly, the food was incredible (which I wasn't expecting). I wish that I had a place like this near home. read more

I want this spot to be better than it is, I'd also like it to be good as it was. The vibe of the food has gone though a pretentious upgrade. First up the chowder is good but... it comes with one cracker, not a classic bag of oyster crackers, also the clams are not chopped, they are full size. It makes for a chewy experience. But the flavors of the chowder are on point, I also appreciated it was a thinner fisherman style instead of a thick tourist spot style. The lobster roll had big chunks, but was overall small and lacking flavor. The burger was decent. The kids chicken chunks were gristly fried 'claws', this really needs to be improved, the kids want chicken tenders, not chicken toughs. The kids grilled cheese was short on cheese and long on crusty edges. It felt like an adult's grilled cheese, not gooey toasty 6 year olds dream. The fires were tasty, they got soggy on the ride home, putting them in a cup or something that allows the moisture to escape would help these transport better. I think the new owners have potential, the menu needs some refinement IMO. Also I'd like if they brought back the breakfast sandwiches that are ready to go. After a morning session and before work I just want to grab something and go, I don't have time to wait for an order to be made. read more

Best lobster roll in town! Friendly staff and owners, always aim to please. Also recommend the home made pizza and falafel wrap. Will definitely be back for beach season! read more

Higgins Beach Market - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Scarborough, Maine

I had a wonderful pizza with fresh peppers the other day. The owner was so nice, he brought us red pepper flakes when we asked and was just kind and genuine. The pizza was made-to-order, hot and so cheesy. Can't wait to return. read more

OK, I get it. It's a beach grab 'n' go kind of place. But, seriously, they sell the worst lobster roll in the State of Maine. They claim it's "fresh every morning", but I would bet that's a lie. The lobster meat is dry and tastelss. The dressing is bland. What could make it worse? I'll tell you--it's big. That means you get a lot of a bad thing! There is no excuse for serving anything like this. AVOID IT! The guy whom i assume is the owner is a real jerk, too. As I see it, if you don't like what you do, find something else. Frankly, at the prices they charge, he must surely be able to find SOME reason to enjoy his work. Instead, he is unaccommodating, nasty and abrupt. I now drive an extra three miles in order to avoid getting my lunch from this joint. read more

Amazing food and great service. Not just for a road side stop .... Legit great food prepared with love!!!

A great place to stop in after the beach or Just when you want a good lunch. Lots of great sandwich's and one of the best lobster rolls i have ever had. Worth making the trip to visit the market. read more

New owner has a bad attitude. Stopped in to grab a soda & sunscreen. $15. Was going to zip on the OneWheel to check the crowd at Higgins before heading to Scarborough. Owner told me no had to move now for lunch crowd. Didn't say anything else. Just booted me. Last owner was awesome. Too bad. Won't be wasting my money there again. read more

This market is amazing! It is the only market within walking distance to HIggins Beach. Suprisingly, I had the best lobster roll of my visit here. It was HUGE and fresh with big chunks of lobster and plenty of claw meat. It was about 4 times the size of the lobster roll I had at Twin Lights. It was so big that I had to save 1/2 for another meal (and that has never happened to me before with a lobster roll). They also have a nice selection of sandwiches (can't wait to try the falafal), local sodas, beer, wine, snacks, home made potato chips and bakery items. read more

SUPER cute market with pizza, sandwiches, lobster (call ahead so they can boil them for you), ice cream, beer, wine and cute Maine souvenirs! The owners are fantastic and always give my doggies treats when we go for our Higgins Beach walks! read more

Service was good. Surprised at price of lobster roll, over $26. Priced for the tourist not repeat business.