best resteraunt in oob, great food and view. staff really nice and view unforgettable. will…read moredefinitley come back just for another lobster roll

Went for dinner,wasn't expecting much after reading reviews. Boy were we surprised! We started with…read moremussels which were delicious, used all the bread to finish the brother. We moved onto the lobster stew & steamed lobsters , the stew had a delicious flavor and lots of huge pieces of lobster meat. The lobsters were perfectly cooked. To top it all off we had the best waitress and service was great.

Such a fun spot in OOB. You can literally sit on the beach and drink. They have live music most…read moredays and it's so fun. They are open till 6 or 7 most days. They do have a snack shack but that also closes early around 6. Overall a fun place to go in the summer!

Typical bar food.. had chicken nuggets there were just okay.. have had better…read more The music was fantastic and that is why we came anyway to see Kris Hype Bar was okay.. to pricey for me even if it's on the beach 16 for a drink and I wait staff

Big Daddys on Old Orchard Beach did not disappoint. I started with the crab cakes and a house…read moresalad. Those crab cakes were all crab, no filler, just the way they should be. For my entree, I had the glazed salmon with coconut curry. The salmon was cooked perfectly, and the coconut curry was rich and flavorful. I am a coconut curry lover through and through, and the only thing that would have taken it over the top for me would be a little ginger and a touch of scotch bonnet for that gentle kick. The service was outstanding. Marissa was incredible, attentive, friendly, and full of great recommendations. I will definitely be back when I visit next summer. Just a heads up, they do not take reservations and the place is small, so be prepared for a bit of a wait. It is worth it.

Between my in-laws and my partner and I, we've probably eaten here over a dozen times over the last…read morefew years. Big Daddy's has THE BEST mussels in southern Maine. Specifically, their spicy mussels. Their seafood is locally sourced, fresh, and the sauce is out of this world flavorful, creamy, and the perfect broth for the tender tender mussels. I've given myself heartburn a couple times housing these spicy mussels with their delicious spicy margaritas and it has been worth it everytime. I will come back for these mussels as long as they serve them and I have a mouth for eating them.

There's something telling about a place the moment you walk in, and here, it isn't subtle. You're…read moremet with the lingering scent of beer soaked into the floor from nights that were clearly busier than anyone could properly manage. Now, most people would interpret that as neglect. But that's not quite right. It's evidence. Evidence that this is a place that has been tested, repeatedly, and continues to operate under pressure. And strangely enough, that inspires a certain confidence. You know, almost immediately, the drinks are going to be done properly. I ordered something simple. chicken fingers with buffalo sauce and bleu cheese. Nothing remarkable, and that's precisely the point. They weren't trying to reinvent anything. They were just... competent. And competence, especially in an environment that borders on chaos, is not trivial. It's reliability. It's order, holding its ground. The service reflected that same tension. Reese, the bartender, was clearly under strain. busy to the point where most people would start to fracture, but she didn't. She held the line. And if you've spent enough time in this industry, you know that's not easy to do. There's something almost admirable about watching someone maintain composure when everything around them is loud, demanding, and slightly out of control. And that's really the essence of the place. It's loud... almost aggressively so. Packed. Borderline unruly. At one point, there was a couple engaged in what was clearly a volatile argument... infidelity, perhaps? but the noise swallowed the details. It didn't matter. The specifics were irrelevant. What you were witnessing was raw human behavior, unfiltered, playing out in real time. And oddly enough, it fit perfectly. This is not a place for quiet reflection or carefully structured conversation. It's a place where order and chaos collide and neither one fully wins. But if you're the kind of person who can tolerate that, or even enjoy it... there's something undeniably compelling about it. If you want quiet, look elsewhere. But if you're willing to step into something louder, messier, and far more alive, then this place offers exactly that. It's not refined. It's not restrained. It's something closer to a modern day bacchanal. And for better or worse, that's the point.

The waitstaff there are incredibly rude. Every time I go in there it's like they want to make sure…read moreyou leave as miserable as them.

Why doesn't Yelp allow for 6 stars? INCREDIBLE Cocktail bar worth the trip. No, I don't care if a…read moretrip would require you to drive 2 hours-- it's worth it. Aren't you listening? :-) Super list of craft cocktails, and an incredible Peruvian chef making some of the tastiest dishes this side of the Andes. Go here, order lots of tasty drinks and dishes, engage in some witty banter with Jonathan at the bar, and wonder (like I do) why you don't come here weekly. This is easily one of the best date night locations (and cocktail bars) in a 200 mile radius-- and yes, I know Portland is in that range. *wink*

Overrated imo. Ate there with another couple and had a bunch of tapas and cocktails. Left the…read moredinner not particularly full or satisfied. Too much vegetarian type fare which I'm fine with but the stuff with meat left much to be desired imo. Not worth the price point and portion size imo.

90% of the stars are for the prime location on the pier. Standard fare, a little pricey, but if you…read morewant waterfront dining, this is a great spot. They offer live music and it's perfect for watching Thursday fireworks. I've been to this places many times over the years. They have indoor seating but outdoor on the deck is definitely best if you're here for the beach + sun vibes! I've had their lobster alfredo as well as a lobster dinner, and they have a full bar available. Cocktails are tasty/sweet but probably on the weaker side, and definitely overpriced. Service is pretty standard - assuming a lot of seasonal staff just back for the peak months. I went most recently over the 4th of July weekend and enjoyed another evening on the pier with my sister. Even though there is room for improvement, it's still one of our classics! @azfitfoodfun

Don't. Just don't…read more 10 ladies out for a night on the town. Came at 6 well before restaurant was busy. 6 orders came out wrong, over/under cooked and/or with wrong sides. Chicken wings- dry and overcooked Strip steak, took 3 tries for med rare and came out nearly raw. 1/2 Chicken- rubbery and undercooked Alfredo - sauce broken (cheese curdled, butter separated), chicken fry/inedible. Expresso martini- gross. Ordered without milk but it still separated. Mashed Potatoes- COLD! On every plate. Management came by after seeing all the meals sent back. Said he'd "take care of us"...half hour later we were still waiting for checks. They took ALL the steaks off the bill; the rest of us got no concessions except we all got a round of green tea shots (retail $100) Waitress was new but lovely; we wish the kitchen backed her up. Manager was understanding and sympathetic; rough time in the kitchen.

The food was terrific, Gary is an amazing chef. Very friendly staff, particularly Nick, our…read moreserver, was above and beyond making sure we were right at home and checked in frequently. It's always great to see Beth's friendly face to greet us as well. We were also greeted by Trent that is another upbeat considerate person that was also very attentive to our needs.

Fun, upbeat, great cocktails and food. We were able to sit on the patio on an unusually warm…read moreFriday. It was a welcome treat after an unusually long ride. The server was a delight and they managed to make a simple burger taste special.

Foo was in Old Orchard Beach for a convention and was staying at the ritziest place in town. Being…read moreFoo, I knew that dinner plans were in the works! I spoke with the front desk and inquired about dining options. "Where does one go in OOB for some classic sit down seafood fare?" I asked. "Well Foo, I'd say the Bell Buoy up the street is your best bet." So, I went up the big main drag and there was a little time capsule of a restaurant. I was greeted so nicely by a very lovely tattooed lady. "The hotel called ahead, you must be Foo, follow me to our best table!" She was so nice to sit Foo in grand style. "So Foo, what'll be sweetie pie?" "I'll have a cup of bisque to start with some stuffed mushrooms. Then the lazy man stuffed lobster with baked and slaw. I'll have the grapefruit pudding for dessert and whiskey sour to start, chop, chop, you vivacious tattooed expertly skilled foodie personality!" said me, Foo! "Ah, Foo, I bet you say that to all the ladies! I'll get your order going and grab that cocktail for ya!" "Xie, xie!" said Foo. I love with big heart the Bell Buoy!

Brand new summer, but I love this restaurant and come back repeatedly every year. The asparagus…read more Tart is amazing, appetizers, and entrées. They have the best meal deals around. The Staff is extremely friendly and if you are lucky enough to get Tracy, you've hit the lottery of waitresses, her mom is the one that bakes the asparagus tarts fresh every day and when they're gone, that's it for that day. My daughter had the steamers which were a huge pile of large steamers with a salad and a cup of French onion soup. I myself had the fresh shelled lobster appetizer. This is a whole lobster, lazy man style with hot butter. My husband had the 12 ounce sirloin steak with baked potato. For drinks, my daughter had a lemon drop martini and my husband got a bucket of beers. There are four beers in a bucket. This is a great value because if you don't finish them, they give you tokens to use for your next visit. So you can use them at any time through the season. I suggest if you have the opportunity to visit this restaurant, I would definitely take advantage of it and you can always tell Tracy that Debby sent you. I hope you enjoy this as much as we did and we do frequent here often.