"We visited on a Sunday evening around 5:45 and were seated immediately. Our drinks were delicious, and the food was outstanding. My fiancé ordered the Tuna Poke Bowl and said it was one of the best he has ever had. Our server was attentive and friendly, and the manager stopped by our table for a lovely conversation, which made the experience even more enjoyable. The live music was an added bonus and created a wonderful atmosphere. We will definitely be back and highly recommend this restaurant!" read more

We had dinner here tonight after many years of visiting Maine. This year our dinner at Hooks was incredible, and the Maine (haha get it) reason was our server Kenny. Kenny was attentive, friendly, and incredibly knowledgeable. Our party of 10 was very well taken care of. He made our whole night and we will most definitely be coming back to see Kenny next year! Also the food was very delicious and he made sure every order was exactly what we wanted. Thank you Kenny!! read more

Good, service, vibe all excellent. Had fish burrito and rice and beans. Also tacos with shrimp. All fresh and delicious. Nice fresh Lost Leaf lager. Also very good margarita. Service outstanding-- Hannah. read more

Came here on the last day of the season because everything was 50% off. It was a great experience. All the food was delicious, as were the drinks. We even ordered some drinks to go and cake! The food was also super delicious, but I do wish my tuna bowl had a bit more flavor. I got bored with it after a bit. However, everything else was amazing. Keep in mind that the entire restaurant is basically outside so it can get chilly depending on the night. They do have heaters though! Staff was amazing as well! I'll be back next season :) read more

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Last stop on our tour de Maine. We stayed in Ogunquit our last night and after hitting the beach, we grabbed late night eats on the patio at Hooks. It was a busy Sunday night, the restaurant was pretty full, but we were seated right away. We had a hard time deciding, but didn't want anything too heavy. I opted for tacos. Our server said 2 was the sweet spot, so that's what I ordered. One fish and one shrimp. She gave us a pro-tip, order the guacamole side, as it was a very generous portion (and she convinced hubs to get the side of chips with his meal - well played). My tacos were underwhelming. I ordered them street taco style, and they were minimal at best. My BFF ordered the beef & shrimp, and I missed out on the picked onions & other fillings. Hubs ordered a salad bowl, and the portion was generous, very filling, he only ate half. The side of chips helped us devour our sides of guacamole. The guac was good, but could have used more kick and a bit of salt (which was not on the table, and we didn't bother asking for). We enjoyed our meal and the laid-back casual atmosphere. We'd visit again if ever in the area, and we do hope to come back, as we fell in love with Ogunquit. read more

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Recently was in the Maine coastal area and ate at Hook's Chill & Grille which is very much up my alley... FRESH food and ingredients, very outdoors laid back Caribbean vibe. I was happy with the menu selections and grabbed myself a salmon bowl, while the person I was with grabbed a shrimp bowl! Very delicious and super fresh quality!! This is another place you might not stop if you didn't know it was there. It blends into the attached surf shop to its front so it's a hidden gem for sure!! They close this weekend for the season, so try them out if you're around until the 14th!! The coast and lakes region is closing... it's October!!! Our server was such a nice guy, very laid back but attentive!!! Definitely like this spot with a healthy approach to great tastes!! read more

Hooks Chill & Grille - Mexican Near Me - Ogunquit, Maine

Lovely indoor-outdoor bar and grill, tons of seating in open air, covered patio area. Beautiful set up for lunch in a chill environment. Bar staff was extremely friendly, fun, and knowledgeable about the menu. Ask for Marcie, she's the best! Menu is a lovely selection of local fare and cooked to perfection. I ordered the Ahi tuna, pineapple salsa and guacamole. Tuna was beautifully blackened, lovely medium rare inside and packed with spice! The pineapple salsa was fresh, crispy, with bright flavors. The guac was chunky, delicious and could easily be eaten alone. Talk about a fantastic trio for lunch. Swing by, snag a chair at the bar and get ready for some delicious food. read more

Hooks Chill & Grille - Indoor dining room - Mexican Near Me - Ogunquit, Maine

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Went again for our annual trip. Loved it as usual! Menu was a little different but we loved the changes. Vibe was great as always. Seated a table of us 6 people, in no time. We shopped next door until they texted me. Service was super as always. read more

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Biggest heads up, servings are massive! I went with a buddy. We got a nacho appetizer. That would have filled both of us. Then we each got a meal, which both would have filled both of us. Drinks were great, rum bucket was awesome. Prices were a little expensive, but considering portion size and location, probably actually a steal. Workers were awesome. Food was awesome. Other customers were awesome. HIGHLY recommend. read more

Great ambiance and service! The chips and queso are the best. This is a new favorite for us.

I can't believe I haven't reviewed Hooks! I've been here quite a few times with family. This is predominately an outdoor venue with the bar giving it a ceiling and half indoor. Hmm did I explain that correctly... I guess you just have to check it out. Some of the tables will accommodate larger group maybe 6 and then some smaller too. Certain days of week they have music too. DH and I ordered Build your own Trio $16 appetizer which is nacho chips and a choice of 3 cups of dips. We got roasted corn, salsa and guacamole. It was so good. Then I had Quesadilla with chicken, peppers, onions & cheese and it was grilled which made it very Yummy. $15 DH had Mojo Pork Sandwich pulled pork topped with slaw and pickled onion. Served on bun $12 2 Happy Hour Margarita's $5 each and Harpoon rec league beer $6 Next door to this restaurant (I think it's part of it) is a great clothing store has summer shirts, sandals summer clothing so before you leave check it out! read more

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Great crowd at night. Sat outside and enjoyed drinks and conversations with locals and people on vacation as well! Great watering hole.

I ate at this restaurant on 14SEP2024 at approximately 12:00 noon. The restaurant looked interesting. It's more of outside dining on a rustic porch which can be enclosed during inclement weather. I ordered 2 soft shell ground beef tacos with ginger slaw and my friend ordered a ground beef burrito with rice and other fixings. The food was presentable, HOWEVER the ground beef lacked basic spice. I mean one of those packets of Ortega dry taco seasoning for ground beef from a supermarket would have made an immense improvement. If they did add any sort of seasoning to the ground beef it was negligible to my palate. The ginger slaw, where's the ginger! I couldn't taste a hint of ginger in the slaw. That was a major disappointment as I was anticipating a version of slaw I've never tasted. Would I frequent this restaurant again? Only if I could bring my own Ortega taco seasoning packet. This establishment is more of a boozer crowd sitting at the bar. Very few patrons sitting at the tables enjoying a lackluster meal. Major Disappointment! read more

Have driven by this place so many times. Finally stopped in for a drink prior to a lobster pound dinner. Loved the vibe and the servers. Saw some food being served and everything looked great. Will definitely be back before the season ends for the full experience. A little slice of the tropics in coastal Maine where you don't have to break the bank to enjoy. read more

We had a really good meal - excellent service, fun atmosphere, and great food. My wife had the tuna poke bowl, which she loved. The tuna was sliced extremely thin, and all the elements really worked together - a sample confirmed! My daughter had the salmon Cesar salad. I don't like cooked salmon (I WISH I did) but it looked delicious. I had the shrimp burrito bowl with pineapple salsa and ginger slaw. Really outstanding - well seasoned, and the sweetness of the pineapple played nicely with the slight bite of the slaw. Overall, well done - we would go again! read more

The food was delicious, the waiter was attentive and checked in on us frequently. The ambiance was wonderful and there was no crazy wait like we had encountered at places surrounding this one. The drinks were wonderful and not too pricey in comparison to other places! Definitely our favorite food place from our vacation and definitely will come back next time we're in Maine! read more

Stopped by Hooks to snag dinner and drinks last night - we were expecting a wait for a Saturday night and summertime. No problem at all, grabbed a beer at the bar (super friendly bartenders!) and waited no more then 20 minutes for a table. (The hostess told us closer to an hour, so pleasant surprise) Our waiter was pretty busy running in circles - but he was kind, patient when we asked questions and checked on us frequently! I snagged a taco salad with added chicken and it was delicious! Flavorful and loved the homemade Pico!! Do yourself a favor and stop by Hooks! It's a little tucked away, but the outdoor atmosphere is read more

Hooks Chill & Grille - Chicken taco salad. - Mexican Near Me - Ogunquit, Maine

Our waitress "Lucy" was a blessing. Helping recommend items to us. The drinks didn't disappoint. Food was outstanding. Street corn dip is a must have. The outside dining area is a fun place to chill and enjoy. Definitely a spot we will return to. Thank you all. read more

One of our favorite restaurants in the area! The food is always so incredibly fresh, and the service is friendly. price is really decent, and you can get small plates if you only want a bite. In the open air makes this even more special. Highly recommend! read more

Great place and outdoor dining! Very Caribbean feeling! My fav was sitting on the outdoor deck! So pretty! Drinks are great! I had the pineapple giant? Can't remember haha but it was good!! I shared a veggie taco which was VERY good! Lots of flavor, well done, and omg I want that corn salsa everyday!!! Very tasty! Service was also very good! Someone had warned us before we went to watch out for service, but I had no problems!! :)) read more

Our server was prompt and attentive through our entire dining experience. the bar was accommodating when asked about certain types of alcohol. The nachos were packed with flavor, not soggy, and there was plenty to go around. And while the seafood taco was a little runny, that didn't mean the flavor wasn't delicious! The street corn dip? Take my money. The blackened haddock sandwich? Melts in your mouth. Everything was so good we splurged for a round of desserts and I'm so glad we did. I'd go back for the bread pudding alone and would like to experience the live music. Until next time for sure!! read more

The food here was terrible, the waiter was new and it was obvious. The only saving grace was the manager was understanding and very nice. She asked us to try again but not sure we will be back. Update: received message from the business manager Thomas O whom said he remembered me. I never met this manager nor did I ever discuss anything with him that he notes in his response to me. read more

Eight of us came in for drinks and dinner, not one person was happy with the food quality, luke warm bowls, tasteless BBQ pork sandwiches. This was the second time we have tried the food, both times were awful. Stick to the drinks, served with a smile. read more

Food was great- we had street tacos (the special), lemon pepper haddock, and a taco salad and took leftover home. They were super busy so it was a little slow but the live music and ambiance made up for it. Bottomless chips aren't worth they money except as pico-transport deceive but the pico was great. read more

Not bad, but nothing special. Pretty basic food and not so great selection of drinks. Friendly crowd. Specials are ok.

Cute little tiki bar vibe with great drinks! Excellent service with a smile. I recommend the painkiller! If you are looking for some surf wear, they have a cute surf shop attached. read more

Great food and great vibe after a day on the beach, or any day! Fish tacos and awesome Pina colada. And happy hour live music!

Food here is incredible! We have been coming to Hooks for years and it never disappoints! The servers and staff are so kind and amazing at their jobs. The vibe is Cali/Baja which is a unique and fun theme in the quaint seaside town of Ogunquit. It is well worth the visit if you are staying in the area or just passing through. read more

Great food and music some nights. Checkout happy hour! Casual outdoor seating and some inside. Fun spot attached to a surf shop. read more

Hooks Chill & Grille - Hooks happy hour menu - daily from 4-6pm - Mexican Near Me - Ogunquit, Maine

I had planned my sons bachelor party in Ogunquit with 11 guys. Food, Drinks, Yoga, Surfing and SUP was all on the agenda. Hooks was where we all met and made it our place for the weekend. The food, staff and vibe were all great. We also took advantage of the lessons and rentals at Liquid Dreams. The team at Hooks and Liquid dreams made if a perfect weekend for us. They went way beyond to make it a memorable event for all. I highly suggest you stop in. Tom D read more

Bottomless chips are a scam, Tostitos are better, and you have to pay for salsa and its the smallest amount possible. This is 100% NOT mexican food, just look at the menu everything is overpriced and no flavor. Taco meat made with 99 cent seasoning is better. DO NOT GET FISH TACOS! read more

Great place. Awesome people! Eveyone who works there is very cool, but Brianna is the best bartender in town! Much love! read more

Hooks Chill & Grille - Mexican Near Me - Ogunquit, Maine

We absolutely love this place - first went about 10 years ago when we spent a week in Maine that Summer and it never, ever disappoints. We visit every chance we get. The staff are lovely, warm, efficient and wonderful with kids (when we first dined here, our son was not yet 3 and everyone was so good with him). The food is delicious - oh my gosh, the nachos. Margaritas are refreshing and delightful. And the surf shop is awesome! Just an absolute gem and even the mere mention of the place makes us smile. read more

Hook is the perfect place to stop by for great drinks. This restaurant was located directly across from my hotel so of course I had to check it out. The whole restaurant is open and is great when it's warm outside. Menu is kind of simple but I had an amazing chicken quesadilla. My boyfriend had a chicken burrito which was good but kind of small. Drinks are amazing!! Can't wait to stop my again. read more

Super cute patio!! Restaurant is attached to a surf shop giving all the carribean vibes! Good happy hour and also some yummy cocktail options. Portions were pretty big too and highly recommend getting the bottomless chips with their salsa & guac it is very good! Great place to visit when you need a break from all the seafood!!! read more

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The four of us arrived at 12:30pm for a light lunch and drinks. The waitress was prompt at taking our order however after almost 2 hours, we finally were served our lunch. We spoke with Mat, the manager on duty about the service and he blamed the waitress which happened to be her 2nd day on the floor. Mat did agree to comp our Nachos but honestly we feel he could have comped the entire meal which totaled $125 after deducting the nachos. We found the management to be poor, our waitress was doing the best she could and was at the mercy of the slow kitchen Update to the managers response (give you a hint, you are closed for the season). Should have left this alone but your ego got the best of you so here I go! So here is my final: Long and short of it. SERVICE SUCKED! Food was JUST OKAY! .....and honestly, as you stated Mat, you don't remember the situation because it took almost 2 months to even acknowledge or respond which makes you not only a shitty manager but an idiot! REVIEW NOW MORE THAN DESERVED!!!! read more

We just love this place! As an annual tradition we start we the generously sized nachos and go from there. Happy hour margaritas are the perfect match. They were super generous and substituted in the street corn special as our side, yum! read more

We were going to eat and have drinks on the patio, but it wasn't dog friendly so we went on down the street and gave our money to another restaurant that welcomed our furry family member in their outdoor area (and we could have also eaten in their indoor bar area also). read more

Hooks is easily our favorite place to go in season! The food is always delicious, fresh, and consistent. The taco salad, fresh catch of the day (no matter which kind of fish), tuna skewers, ginger slaw, and nachos are among our favorites. The bartenders and servers are just the best! We happen to be locals, but, honestly, they treat everyone like locals. The vibe is cool, relaxed, and fun, often with live music! Hooks makes us feel like we are on vacation even though we are minutes from home. Keep up the great work, Hooks! read more

Beyond delicious !!!! I was introduced to Hooks years ago and the restaurant just keeps getting better!!!! Do not bother with all of those other tourist trap restaurants!!! Hooks has been consistent with their delicious food and outstanding service. The nachos are amazing, the ahi tuna and shrimp skewers are absolutely delicious, cooked to perfection, bursting with flavor. Oh and the prices ? Don't be fooled by their low prices, the food will not disappoint!!! The house margarita will more than satisfy you, as well as their other beverage choices. It is the most relaxing and friendly restaurant that I have ever been too !!! You can show up with shorts or your swimsuit with a coverup and relax and enjoy the atmosphere!!!! We always take friends and family there ... and they all rave about how yummy the food is and the friendly and spectacular staff are. Please give a try you will not be disappointed!!! read more