My wife and I have driven by this location on many occasions during our travels to the various businesses in Augusta. We always wanted to try and it and one day we decided to. Parking is ample, but it's not clear from the outside that there is no place to sit inside to enjoy their food. It's a walk-in take-out only. They have a large selection of wine and locally brewed beers and a small menu with approximately 14-20 items on. Staff is young and friendly. There is no kitchen, but a small prep area with electric griddles. My wife ordered the lobster roll, which they were willing to swap the brioche hot dog bun for sour dough sliced bread. They carefully weigh out their lobster and lightly dress it with mayo prior to putting on the bread. My wife enjoyed it, but said it's not a lobster roll she would ever get from them again. I had the crab role which had plenty of shredded crab meat, but very light on the mayo and I felt underwhelmed. The place was worth trying, but not something I would go out of my way to purchase from again. You do get a bag of chips with your meal so there is a positive note. read more

Lighthouse Wine & Seafood - Crab roll - Seafood Markets Near Me - Manchester, Maine

Good service. Great lobster rolls and great variety of wines especially t yummy chocolate wine.

Seafood is fresh & clean. Tho there is an occasional dead lobster in the tank. Food prepartion is dull. Crab rolls & coleslaw lack flavor. So, I take take-out home & improve it. They insist that their chips are "free" so don't lower price if you don't want them.. But you get a 2nd pickle. read more

The staff were awesome. So friendly. The food was great. Had the steamed dinner with 1.5lb lobster... and a fantastic coffee porter. read more

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Got lobster rolls from here today. They were excellent. Highly recommend!

A gem of a store. Special, eclectic selection of good wine from all over the world, fresh seafood and frankly the best crab roll I have ever had ( sorry to Bodega Bay ) The wine tasting event that I recently went to was interesting, fun and comfortable. Thank you to the owner Nick read more

Was in Maine for a visit and randomly stopped in for a lobster roll. The two women working were very friendly and for a smaller building the shop was full of choices on the menu, large selection of wine and prepared foods. Sat outside with my pup, they brought out the food and a free hot dog for my dog. The lobster roll was stuffed full of lobster and tasted great, more lobster in the roll than I've had at other places. Highly recommend! read more

I have been shopping here for years and thought it was time to give it some praise. Outside of Portland it can be a challenge to find those specialty items and here is a treasure trove of great food and drink. In addition to a great wine and beer selection (and Coffee by Design beans) there is a nice cheese selection, prepared meals like lobster mac and cheese, salads, crab stuffed haddock, and smoked fishes. Some real unique treats are the smoked salmon on a stick and Dr. Dave's smoked cheese and olives. The owner and staff are friendly and will try to order things you want. I used them once for catering (ask for menu) and it was excellent. Glad they are here! read more

Lighthouse Wine & Seafood - Seafood Markets Near Me - Manchester, Maine

What a wonderful find! We had already tried 2 lobster rolls prior to ordering a roll here and hands down - this was the best!! Fresh, large chunks of lobster with just a small amount of mayo made this our favorite pick. We couldn't keep the chunks of lobster from falling off We also ordered their Cajun salmon salad that exploded with taste & we finished it off with mint gelato (made in Portland, ME) Their wine selection was amazing and their service was friendly! A must go-to if looking for "the best lobster roll". Will definitely come again! read more

Ate my first ever lobster roll here last week - blew my mind! I'm so happy my friend convinced me to get the biggest sandwich they had. Yummy chunks of lobster with just a touch of mayo (and I hate mayo - was not a problem, at all.) Served with chips and a pickle on a perfectly toasted bun. When you walk in to the right is a room full of lobster tanks, a case of fresh fish, clams, a seafoodie's delight. The counter/ordering area is small, and yes, expect a bit of a wait - everything is made to order, super fresh, but so worth it. While you wait you can browse the huge selection of wine, beer, Maine made jams, salsas, and other goodies. We ate outdoors on the umbrella'd picnic tables, a perfect summer day with one of the most delicious meals I've ever put to my lips. My buddie's veggie panini was pretty off the chain as well - sharp cheese, garlic mayo, portobello mushrooms, spinach, roasted red peppers, and lots more goodies piled high on toasty melty goodness. We were in hea-ven! read more

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Fun for what we needed. Lobster roll to go, good tender juicy lobster, with mayo. No fillers, no scallions, just hardcore meet on a great brioche bun that was perfect for the task. Also tried the fish tacos, freshly cooked, nicely dressed, good to go in just a few minutes. Friendly store, eclectically merchandised and decorated. NOT cheap! LOL, but for vacationing folks on the move, just what we needed. read more

They have nice selection of to go food, wine, beer, cheeze, etc. Their website has an online ordering system for the pick up. After you order food to go online, it suggests the time you can pick up your order. Well, that has not been working well. I ordered food online and arrived to pick it up slightly after the pick up time, however, they have not even looked at my order when I arrived! So I ended up waiting the whole time when they started preparing the food and finished making it. Then what is the point of having online system?? This happened twice in a row so I suspect this was not an isolated incidence. If you ordered food online and really would like to pick your food up when you arrive, I recommend to call them as well! read more

Super big lobster roll on a fresh buttery bun with a crisp pickle on the side. Been awhile since I've had one that taste as fresh as this one they're building here in Manchester, so I'll be coming back here soon enough. read more

Lighthouse Wine & Seafood - Large Lobster Roll - Seafood Markets Near Me - Manchester, Maine

Best lobster roll I've had in the past couple of years. I live in southern Maine right on the ocean and this place is they way to go.

Lobster rolls are great and conveniently priced! The blue berry cheesecake was amazing and they have great wine and beer selections! Will be coming back again! read more

Had a fantastic experience with Lighthouse last weekend! I visit this area of Maine quite often with my fiance and his family but have never before gotten seafood from Lighthouse. A few days before we wanted to get our seafood, I called and spoke to the owner Nick who gave me all the info I needed about pricing and pickup. We ordered 9 lobsters of varying sizes (which he put aside for us) and steamers as well. We also opted to have them steam the seafood for us before pickup. Pickup was seamless and the food was cooked PERFECTLY! Lobsters were all in a plastic bag and then a paper bag so they stayed hot until we were ready to eat. Seriously the most delicious lobster. Will definitely be back! read more

Good lobster roll but a bit disappointing in the lack of Mayo. Great customer service but I'm not sure the best lobster roll is here in Augusta Maine read more

For what this place is it couldn't be any better. 1) It's a wine and beer store with a remarkable selection, particularly given the location (Manchester, Maine). Among the beer selection of note was a Dogfish Head 120 Minute IPA (15-20% APV!) and the Portland Maine based Allagash breweries Saison (A reasonable attempt at a Belgian Ale). They have a lot more... I'll be back to try some and will likely take a few interesting bottles away with me when I leave Maine. 2) It's a lunch place specializing in fresh seafood. They have dozens of live Maine lobsters in tanks waiting to be steamed, as well as clams, oysters and other shell creatures. One of my companions had a fresh steamed Lobster for a third of what it would have cost in a local, admittedly overpriced, restaurant. They also have a variety of fresh fish (I had a haddock sandwich which was really nice.) The menu isn't extensive but everything is fresh and well prepared. 3) It's a seafood market. The locals all seem to come in here for bags of shellfish and fresh lobsters. As I said at the start, for what it is it doesn't get any better. Great selection of fresh stuff, super friendly service, nice country vibe, even picnic tables with big umbrellas outside. Go here if you are in Augusta or Manchester. read more

Lighthouse Wine & Seafood - Delicious beer. - Seafood Markets Near Me - Manchester, Maine

Our new favorite stop on our way to the cabin! You can get frozen ready-to-eat meals, wine, fresh seafood, and a fresh baguette! The cheese counter is full of interesting, local items, there is an amazing selection of wines arranged by country, and there is an extensive take-out menu if your just need a sandwich to tide you over! Prices are reasonable and the staff is so nice. Worth the stop, easy to get to right off 95! read more

Lighthouse Wine & Seafood - Seafood Markets Near Me - Manchester, Maine

In my honest opinion, best lobster roll in the Augusta area! I've tried them at nearly every establishment in the area (including Red Barn) due to the fact that I travel in from out of state for work. The owners are also so incredibly friendly. Separately, they accept credit cards very easily and have a pretty solid selection of wines, local beers, chocolates, and more. A+ from me. read more

Best lobster roll in Augusta and you will pay accordingly. Great bakery and hard to find alcohol selection too. read more

Little place, excellent beer, wine and fresh seafood selection. Picked up some craft beer at a good price, then had an awesome bacon wrapped scallop roll! Seafood stew was prepared to order and delicious. Good food takes time, so either call ahead or be ready to wait for a while. Lots of live lobster and clams, steamed while you wait. Some outdoor seating, good for August in Maine. read more

I have not dined here, but stopped in to shop. This place is fantastic. -Fresh seafood -Knowledgeable and friendly staff -Local products A+++ all around. read more

I'd give it 5 stars, but I want their attention. Lobster roll was delish. And they were nice enough to walk it outside for me even though this isn't a full service place by any means. Willing to overlook the missing pickle my buddy got and I didn't, but I really hope they expand their soft beverage selection. I understand they want to be a step above Coke and Pepsi selections, but the beverage choices are pretty limited even for the adventurous, it'd be torture on certain friends and family. read more

Called and spoke to Emily who said they had 1.25 LB lobsters but were running low. I said I would get my order together and called back about 30 minutes later. Spoke to a man and I told him I would like to reserve 7- 1.25 LB lobsters and he said ok, I told him I would be there in about 40 minutes. When I got there the man behind the counter said they only had 1 LB lobsters, I said that I called and was told there were 1.25 lobsters "saved" for me. I was flat out told "we just tell people we have what they are asking for".. Very poor business. I am not a million $$ customer but I will never return due to the misleading info the business gave me. read more

What I love about the Lighthouse is the wide variety of items they have- I enjoy browsing the many unique products that they have found from all over the world- and especially those from Maine. I am a big fan of their haddock sandwich- never breaded fish- and it's topped with their freshly made tartar sauce. They know just how to fix it! They keep adding delicious items to their offerings- always homemade soups, hummus, salads, sandwiches, in addition to their selection of beer, wine, lobster, fish, and even beef (and that only scratches the surface). It's a very unique kind of shop- always a pleasure to shop there. One of my favorites in the area! Friendly, personal attention every time as well-I love it! read more

Love this place! They have a large, diverse selection of wine and beer with a friendly, knowledgable available to help you with your decision making! I was so happy when I called to place an order for a party I was hosting and they had The Oyster, a sustainably-grown Sauvignon Blanc, because so many of my friends are vegan and this is the only wine they will drink! Besides the awesome drink selection, they also have fresh seafood and bakery goods to indulge in as well! It really doesn't get much better than that. read more

Lighthouse Wine & Seafood - The Oyster is a delicious, sustainably-grown, vegan, Sauvignon Blanc that helps fun the restoration of our oyster reefs! - Seafood Markets Near Me - Manchester, Maine

Honestly very disappointed with the deceiving sign out front that says $6.99/lb. This is not true because for a pound and a half lobster it was $15. My family is upset because we ordered them over the phone and they didnt mention that only the 1 lb lobsters are $6.99 smh. Service was very good though only reason I didn't give one star. read more

New owner is a scammer. I had lobsters shipped and he gave me a price of 163.** total price. Never heard back and charged my credit card 208.00. And said that it's bcz the prices of lobster went up since the time of the estimate. HE was the one that drug his feet on shipping the lobsters bcz he claimed he was so busy. He only gave me 20.00 back! We go there all the time when we are here in vacation for 2 weeks and spend thousands of dollars here every year. We will NEVER be back here! read more

I may be biased, but I love this place. Highly recommend the fish tacos or haddock sandwiches. Their lobster rolls focus on what's truly important -- the fresh Maine lobster meat. Nick, the owner, drives two hours to the Maine shore to personally meet with the lobstermen. They genuinely have wines from all around the globe and do an amazing job supporting local breweries and small businesses in Maine. On top of this, the Lighthouse hosts monthly wine tasting seminars (FOR FREE) run by experts from all over the world and they always have delicious cakes and baked goods, made in their kitchen on-site. Can't say enough about this place, and their hard-working staff. read more

Such a large selection of beers and wines. You can mix and match a six-pack of beer (not super affordable to do it that way, but you get a custom selection which can be really fun). Many delicious foods offered here, from lobster and other seafood to baked goods and fancy cheeses. Desserts too, like Guinness cupcakes (I know, right??) and fruity scones. Nom nom nom!!! read more

Not the place it once was, new owner not nice to deal with. To many places in Augusta to get wine cheese and seafood to deal with the unfriendly owner. read more

I also had my first ever lobster roll at the Lighthouse. I've always been afraid of just how much mayo would be In the mix. When I found out they mix everything on the spot, I was on my way to a delicious experience. It was sooooo good! Quite happy to have stumbled upon the lighthouse. read more

Disappointing. Lobster meat and Mayonnaise on a decent roll.... No celery, onions, and no seasonings. Born and raised in Maine. I know what a lobster roll should taste like. Over priced. Excellent wine selection. read more

We love this place! They have a good selection of wines and a variety of craft beers. Plus they will order by request! We've bought seafood and other foods here as well, and everything has been great. read more

The best lobster roll around. Great wines at great prices. Their seafood is always fresh. I am always welcomed and the family is very special. read more

Careful... I've shopped here for several years... but just recently was charged $55 per pound for "Clear" / Fresh Lobster meat. The other providers in the area were at $40 to $42 per pound. The meat WAS NOT fresh! it had been packed and frozen prior to my purchase. I would not normally write a poor review for a small local business but after I called to pass on my dis-pleasure (not looking for anything in return) and was in my opinion passed off... read more