We stayed at a B&B and the owners suggested two restaurants and in more conversation with them decided on this one. We were told they don't take reservations and it would be a 10 minute drive so we came here and there was a 20 minute wait, which was fine for the six of us. The restaurant is right on the harbor with a beautiful view of the boats and water, which added to the experience. My wife loved her beet salad and totally was a clean plater. I had fish tacos which were just okay, nothing special. Our friends thought their burgers were good and each couple only finished maybe half their fries. Megan M was a good server and appeared to have lots of tables to serve. We talked with locals who said they come here anywhere from monthly to quarterly so it's a well liked place. There's also a nice walk along the harbor while waiting for our table. read more

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Really cute place downtown on the water. We went mid October, so most the seasonal help was gone already, but the staff did great to still keep service awesome. The beet salad and mussels were delicious. The table next to us had the lobster and said it was great. And the blueberry margarita was a perfect toast to Maine. If there's a wait, there's plenty of shops to check out nearby to kill a bit of time. And the view is beautiful. read more

Peter Ott's on the Water - Beet salad - Seafood Near Me - Camden, Maine

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Seafood Dining on The Wharf *Ordered The Twin ($84) Whole Lobster with Caesar Salad +$8 & Russet Fries *A nice ROMANTIC and messy SHARE with my Husband *Served with Clarified Butter Told that they exclusively do not have Garlic Clarified Butter which was disappointing. *Beautiful scenery but Tables are too small for multiple plates. They also weren't flexible with seating. Was told by Hostess that she could not seat us in the shade. First time I have ever heard that. Blueberry Tini and Blueberry Margarita were well executed. Expensive but well executed. read more

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Delicious! The place was very busy, so we sat at the bar -- and I'm glad we did. I had the espresso martini and the blueberry lemon martini -- both absolutely delicious. The lobster corn chowder was loaded with huge chunks of lobster and full of flavor. The oysters were amazing, and the crab cakes were the best I've ever had -- perfectly crisp on the outside, tender inside, and packed with flavor. A truly memorable meal from start to finish. read more

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We visit every summer and Peter Ott's is on the current rotation. Love sitting on the waterfront and watching the boats. The blueberry margarita is delicious! A must try. Menu is limited. Everything we've tried over the years has been good. The blueberry tart was amazing!! Looking forward to next year. read more

Peter Ott's on the Water - Blueberry Tart - Seafood Near Me - Camden, Maine

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Service 10/10 Food 20/10 View/Ambiance 10/10 (Especially during the sunset) *This place is a must try . Great for a dinner date , night out , celebration , or just wanting good food and great quality . I would 10/10 recommend going here . inside & out is just beautiful . We are from out of state and will be returning!!!! * read more

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Been there often ... never disappointed, quality food, cocktails and their service is always spot on. read more

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cute waterfront gem right on the pier, offering both indoor and outdoor seating. We were able to walk in without a wait, which was a nice surprise. The menu is limited but offers a good mix of options. The mussels were a standout--tender and flavorful. We went with the cold lobster roll special; the portion was fair, but the flavor didn't quite stand out. Service was friendly and efficient. read more

Peter Ott's on the Water - Seafood Near Me - Camden, Maine

It is a beautiful location. And the bartenders were friendly. But... the lobster roll was a pretty darn slimy (not a good sign), the service was mediocre and there seemed to be little awareness of these issues among the staff. If you want ambiance go for it. read more

Peter Ott's on the Water - Lobster Roll - Seafood Near Me - Camden, Maine

We have somehow neglected this restaurant on numerous vacations to the immediate area so this year we did our best to make amends. The location overlooking the harbor is beautiful and service throughout our meal was grand. We started off by sharing a delicious goat cheese and beet salad that included house pickled beets and onion on a base of arugula topped with a balsamic and honey dressing. Each of us chose the seared salmon with maple chipotle glaze as our entree with accompanying sides of mashed potato and grilled summer squash. Perfectly prepared and delicious. read more

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This is a cool spot located on the river and the ambiance is wonderful. We wanted to sit outside but the temperature had dropped so we opted for inside seating. We also tried to get a reservation but they were full so we waited about 20 minutes for a table. It was somewhat confusing to figure out the exact location of this place and parking was minimal and not convenient. I suggest walking or taking an Uber if possible or going early. We waited a long time at the bar for a glass of wine and I wish they would have had another person to help in that area as many were waiting for their spirits. We ordered side salads that were delicious and fresh. I ordered the lobster chowder and this was satisfying and a good serving. I would have loved more lobster but it was fine. My sister ordered the dockside burger and she enjoyed it. It was cooked well and was a good serving. We enjoyed our meal and visit here. read more

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A truly sad visit. We've come to Camden for a week every fall for 5 years and always have a few lunches at Peter Ott's - lobster corn chowder and the lobster roll are always staples. Not sure if there's a new chef or the restaurant is cutting costs, but the quality has nosedived this year. The chowder looks nothing like it used to (as in the pics here) - potatoes were all a weird old brown all the way through, lobster was less generous and the texture didn't taste as fresh, and the broth was red like too many tomatoes or spices were added to mask the other ingredients. The lobster roll was similarly underwhelming. Fries were great, but that was it. Heartbroken if this is the new standard - used to be a favorite destination. read more

Located right on the waterfront in downtown historic Camden, Peter Ott's is a casual eatery offering up local seafood and cuisine (with a great view). We arrived at around 6:15 and there was a wait to be seated outdoors and a short line to wait in for indoor seating. Our waitress was very friendly but seemed a bit overworked so her visits to our table to check-in were a bit infrequent. We went with the Lobster BLT and Lobster Alfredo per our server's advice and both were good. My sister enjoyed the BLT and the alfredo was good (and locally made) but other than the texture which gives it away, you wouldn't know you were eating lobster so I would probably save my money and just order the chicken alfredo if I ever make my way back. It's location and ambiance gave off tourist vibes (I didn't gather that a lot of locals were dining around us) so take that for what you will but it does offer diners a central location, waterfront views, and locally sourced food. read more

Peter Ott's on the Water - Seafood Near Me - Camden, Maine

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Recommended by a friend and our host at Whitehall Inn. So good!! Delicious lobster roll and clam chowder! Our southern waitress from NC was wonderful. And the view to the harbor was delightful. read more

Peter Ott's on the Water - Seafood Near Me - Camden, Maine

Incredible restaurant. Me and my fiancée stopped in on our way back from Bar Harbor. BEST MUSSELS. Quick and friendly staff. Amazing views. 10/10 recommend. read more

Lovely view of the waterfront and boats during your dining experience. Our dinner was well cooked and served quickly. We were able to be seated immediately because we were ok with eating inside. They seated us right by the window with a great view. Paloma was refreshing with a lovely candied grapefruit garnish. read more

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Came here for lunch based on Yelp recommendations. It is below the Grand Harbor Inn, right on the water. They had a seasonal Maine blueberry margarita that several at the table imbibed in. Very blueberry ish. I had a local beer. It was good. We ordered 2 lobster roils and a burger. The lobster rolls were small but well done. The market price was $35. The lemon aioli on the lobster was very nice. The sweet potatoe fries were amazing. The regular fries were good as well. Saw people eating the fish tacos, the beet salad and whole steamed lobsters as well. There is pay parking just outside. Would definitely go back here again. read more

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Decent eats in Camden. Service was great. Ambiance was ok, thought it would be fancier for some reason.

Casual restaurant in Camden offering scenic water views , outdoor seating & extensive menu. Pet friendly with outdoor patio seating . We ordered the lobster blt and the lobster Alfredo . Both were good , nothing was amazing but probably a good lobster bet if you are craving lobster . I would consider Peter Otts a tourist spot so I would say the flavor and quality of the lobster is on par with it being a tourist spot . It's not amazing but it's decent . Our server was efficient and we enjoyed the beautiful views . read more

Peter Ott's on the Water - Seafood Near Me - Camden, Maine

Crab cake/Oysters were great. Burger was great. Patio ambience was very nice. Giving 3 stars because you should not have a veggie burger on the menu at such a restaurant if it is going to be a bland, frozen patty. So disappointing! read more

Food was very good to say the least. We enjoyed the atmosphere and the views of the harbor while eating. The place was clean and we received food very quickly. My only complaint is how slow our waitress was...waited 10 minutes for just menus and waited another 15 to get my change. Other than that i recommend. read more

Peter Ott's on the Water - Seafood Near Me - Camden, Maine

They were able to accommodate my large group on short notice (we called about an hour ahead of time) which was great. I got the fish and chips. The breading was very tender/delicate. If you like that in your fried fish, then this was pretty good. If you are looking for a thicker, more substantial breading, this may not be for you. The vegetable side, which was string beans, was also good other than they didn't trim the ends of all the beans read more

We arrived and there was a short wait. So we sat at the bar and we're going to order a drink. The bartender immediately gave me a menu, and then never ignored me and my wife. I waited patiently for 15 minutes and he was just typing stuff on his computer and rarely taking orders or making drinks. Our table was ready before I could order a simple beer. Our waitress showed about the same amount of interest in us. I would say during our entire meal she checked in maybe twice. I had to flag her down several times. An average beer order took at least 15 minutes. The prices are extremely high for the quality and the lack of interest from the staff. read more

Amazing food with tables on the dock to enjoy the views . Another great place to eat in Camden

One of the best meals we had in Maine. Great bloody Mary's too! We didn't eat anything we didn't absolutely love.

Ezra was a very friendly server. Great meal and location. Fun to watch boats coming in and going out

View was astonishing. The lobster Alfredo was a hit among our group. The blueberry margarita was fabulous, the perfect punch of tang. Bella, our server, provided a wonderful dinner service and local recommendations. read more

Peter Ott's on the Water - Blueberry Margarita - Seafood Near Me - Camden, Maine

A place we've always looked to go to, but never pursue till this year. Nice view looking at the harbor service was very attentive. We had a mussels, wedge salad and blueberry margaritas. I must say everything was to our liking! Worth a visit! read more

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We stopped in on a very busy night and scored a spot at the bar. We had a wonderful evening of great food with a lively atmosphere. We had drinks, the burger, and the beet salad. Everything was delicious! read more

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Based on reviews and looking at the menu we ventured in. Our waitress was covering several tables but always with a smile and efficiency. Our food was incredible including dessert. Definitely a place to go back to. read more

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Loved the outdoor seating. Amazing views, great food, and the outdoor seating was dog friendly. I really enjoyed their blueberry margarita.

Great location with inside and outside seating. The corn and lobster stew was one of the best dishes I've ever had. The rest of the meal was good, but the lobster/corn stew stood out. Good servers. Usually a 40 minute wait to get a table at prime time. read more

Great haddock sandwich . Crispy delicious russet fries. Hardly anyone there at noon on a Thursday.

We were seated and served quickly. Decor is a fresh and breezy vibe! Comfortable and not pretentious! Drinks were very good. Blueberry Margarita is a must try! We had the mussels appetizer! It was delicious with A sumptuous sauce and lovely bread to dip into the sauce. Please try their Lobster BLT!! Jessie our server was attentive and efficient! She was delightful to work with!! Our group of 10 was well cared for! Great food read more

Wonderful restaurant in Camden on the water facing the dock and boats. There's both indoor and outside seating. We sat outside at lunch. We had a lobster roll and a Caesar salad with chicken. Everything was fresh and tasty. They have a large beer, wine, and specialty drink menu. Go enjoy a great meal. read more

I ordered lobster rolls for pickup. They were about middle of the pack in terms of price at $36 (I have seen $45 and $25). We thought they we good but not unique or noticeably better than others. Can't comment on ambience or service but it looked very nice inside. read more

This was a great spot to enjoy in the summertime. I came with my family at four and mid July and we loved the use of the water and the food was very good. They even accommodated a lobster roll with butter instead of the traditional lobster. Right outside of the restaurant they offer boat tours, so attracted a lot of people and made for nice viewing. My kids got cheese quesadillas and fish tacos and decided that should definitely be rated 5/5. Camden is cute but it reminds us of other New England villages on the water and we wouldn't necessarily come back Camden - there are many other places to explore. read more

My family and I tried Peter Ott's when visiting Camden recently, and it was really great! The restaurant is located right on the waterfront, so the view is incredible. The food was also super good. I've seen some other reviews that thought it wasn't all that great, but everything we ordered was tasty and fresh. We were traveling with our dog, and we were able to sit outside with him, which was also a positive. The only downside might be that they don't take reservations, so you may have to wait a bit, especially if you want a table outside. (I think we went on a Sunday around 5:30 and waited about a half hour for an outdoor table. There was a shorter wait for indoor/bar seating.) read more

We have eaten at Peter Ott's a few times in the past two years. Food has been excellent both times. The most recent visit, I had the haddock sandwich. It was hot, fresh, and delicious! Service was great. The restaurant is very clean and has a great view of the harbor. A must visit if you're in the area. read more

Progressive dinner over to Peter Ott's! Appetizers ordered were more oysters and clam chowder! Oysters were fresh and tasty, smaller than the last ones we had but over all very good. Fresh clam chowder was great! Broth not to heavy with fresh clams and potatoes that were both very tender. Entrees includes lobster BLT and fried haddock 8oz portion with sweet potato fries. Lobster BLT - very nice roll it was on. Baked fresh. Lobster meat was plentiful and tasty. Fresh tomatoes paired with big strips of bacon. I mean you can't go wrong with any of that... Fried haddock- haddock was cooked perfectly and very flakey. Had a great taste to it. The tarter sauce went well as the condiment. Sweet potato fries were amazing! I asked for a little honey to dip them in and bam they were even better. read more

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