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    Red's Eats

    4.3 (1.5k reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Stacey B.

    Yep, you'll wait for these behemoth lobster rolls. And wait. And wait. It's about 90 mins from the corner to order window. You'll also make new friends with people in line around you. You'll all sing classic rock songs together and maybe dance a bit. And you'll definitely eat one of the finest overstuffed sweet juicy lobster rolls you can find on this earth. We had to eat some of the lobster with a fork before we could even pick it up. The drawn butter was warm and so good drizzled over that luscious lobster.

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    Erin S.

    A bit conflicted on what to rate this place. After a 1.5 hour wait, from getting in line to getting our food, I was ready to rip it to shreds. However, I have to say the lobster roll was really truly good. And after having a lobster roll across the street (we got one roll from each place so we could be fully informed), I have to say Red's was just better. It's all in the butter. The butter at Red's was poured from a kettle that had been warming on the stove. It was delicious. The roll was around $37 and very generously overflowing with lobster. We also got sweet potato fries ($6.95) and the blueberry cake (can't remember how much it was). The sweet potato fries were nothing special, but the icing/dip/whatever it was that they came with was amazing. The blueberry cake was dry and actually not good, maybe a step below average at best. There really is no reason for the line to take as long as it does. Maybe it's a sign that their menu is too big. They need to stick to the basics and nothing else. We went on a rainy and cold Thursday, 6/18/26. Upon getting in line, I thought it wasn't too long...it still took 1.5 hours to get through! Absurd. The wait should not be part of the attraction. It shouldn't be something they're proud of. Tighten up the menu, move in an assembly line, and prepare orders with a little more of a sense of urgency. If they can get it together, I would happily rate them 5 stars. TL/DR: Stick with what they're known for. Get the lobster roll. And that's it. Be prepared to wait for reasons still unknown.

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    Amy M.

    We waited over an hour to try the iconic lobster roll. While the amount of lobster was the most of any roll we had I found it a bit much. The rolls do not come with a side of anything. Two rolls, one lobster appetizer kabob and two drinks. Good but not worth the hype.

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    Sarah B.

    Delicious generous portion of lobster and great whoopie pie- I only took a star off for having to wait in line 1.5 hours to get it on a Tuesday

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    Lana K.

    Wow! First time having a lobster roll and it did not disappoint! The roll was stuffed to the brim and was so so good. I also got some fried scallops, onion rings (you have to get) and some sweet potato fries. I highly recommend you also try their blue cheese sauce and the maple aioli. Definitely worth the drive and the workers were so lovely!

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    R D.

    Update: Once again REDS won (again) #1 LOBSTER ROLL IN MAINE by DOWNEAST MAG. World famous Reds Eats Wiscasset, Maine on R1 by the bridge. The fans have voted! Congrats. Best people ever *hospitality*--in fact!Chef Shannon had won an award too. Even burgers are super spectacular for parties with diversified tastes. The Whoopi pies stick to your finger tips--that's the sign of Maine's original. Enjoy.

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    Adam H.

    Not worth the wait really. I'll lead with that. Dead ass serious about that!! If you read no more, listen! We waited 1 hour 50 mins in line. If it had been mind blowing that would have been cool. It wasn't great even, it was just ok. It is cool to say I've been here I suppose, but I have no intention of coming back. It's a roadside shack with a bunch of folklore tied to it. We saw it driving in, saw the crowds standing in line, and wondered WTF was going on. Later that day we met a man that said "we had to eat at Red's while we were here". He touted it as life changing. People really do love it though. The guy in front of me drove an hour to get there, to wait two hours in line, to drive back another hour home. That's insane. My three stars is a personal stand and a reminder to myself and is not necessarily the experience you may have. You may just love it and tell other unsuspecting victims. It's not a negative thing on them totally, it's just that I don't like people enough to stand around with strangers for hours, all who are slightly bitchy because the wait is so damn long. Seriously, the food is not bad. It's pretty good. It's just not hours of waiting good. I did think it was pretty bland. Just cold lobster meat and lukewarm butter to dip. Fried scallops were ok. Onion rings were good. Four stars no wait, maybe. There is a physiologic thing that happens at places like this that I visit, at least for me. You keep thinking, oh it's not going to take that long, but you are wrong. The line goes around where you sit to eat (if you are lucky to find a seat) so, as you wait in line to eat you can just watch people eating their meals. Then you sit down next to the other people that are also still bitchy about being in line. It's awkward really. "Stop looking at me Margaret and get your own damn lobster!" You better be ready to be outside if you come here. Thats where you will be for a while. I would recommend packing a lunch if you do. It would be cool if the seating and area were somehow partitioned as to not have hungry bitchy people watch you eat. Alas, I am just rambling now. Just a note.... State Line Lobster in Kittery has the best Lobster Roll I have ever had! This food did not hold a candle to them! '26 - 31

    Caroline B.

    Very delicious lobster rolls and overflowing with lobster! The service is great, they understand how long their line gets and even offered umbrellas and fried shrimp while we were in line, and then after you order they bring the food to you and check on you frequently. The atmosphere is a classic food stand, with ample seating and a vintage touch. Waited 90 minutes in July for their food and although I'm still debating if it was worth it the food was incredible nonetheless

    Mike K.

    Huge lobster rolls, piled high with sweet meat. $38 market price. We had a lot of lobster on the trip so we wanted to try something else. We tried the crab roll and some fried whole belly clams. The crab roll was quite a disappointment when it came to size compared to the lobster roll. Granted it was cheaper at $23 but I figured same size. The clams were pretty good. Fresh. We ordered a 1:/ pint for $14.50. They were battered and it was advertised that way but I prefer breaded vs battered. Checked this famous place off the list. If I returned I'd probably just go for the lobster roll which is the specialty. It was a 45 min wait.

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    Teresa M.

    Note: CASH (or check) ONLY (atm on site) $89 for 2 Lobster Roll +1lb of meat Side Sea Scallops (4 huge one) 2 Whoopie Pies (1 chocolate, 1 pumpkin maple) We stopped in around 1pm, about a week before the last day of the season. We were served around 230pm. They were out of several things, but still had a lot of options. As we were planning to get clams, which were sold out, we opted for a side of sea scallops & I may never order clams again. They are THAT good. Staff were as friendly as ever & I love that they incorporate things from other local business - like the rolls/bread, butter & whoopie pies. There are benches built in around the deck. As the line gets long, it's no doubt helpful. Waits vary but can reach the 3hr mark. I feel like that is partly staff controlling the flow, as seating is available only after ordering. Once you order, off to the deck & they bring your food out. Delivery was pretty quick & there was ample butter, as well as a bag for leftovers, & hand wipes. Everything was delish - and, given current market prices, not crazy expensive. Especially since we bought 10 lobsters at the lobster pound for just shy of $200 2 days later & I'd say it took roughly 2 to get the same amount of meat. While the world knows that Red's is recognized with many awards as the best lobster roll... we now know that they also have the best seafood scallops! Dip them in butter and thank me later!

    Here we are!!

    Got there about 1 pm. Line was 2 blocks long. Took an hour and a half to order but it WAS WORTH THE WAIT!! We had the lobster rolls with butter and blueberry cake. Enjoyed them in the shaded patio. Didn't think I could eat all that lobster but I did! Best ever!!

    Onion rings battered & very good
    Marc L.

    OMG not 5*s I give them 20*'s This is the most incredible lobster shack anywhere in the United States. Yes the lines are long, sometimes 2-3 hours before it's your turn to order your meal. Today I ordered an appetizer lobster pop. It was ok nothing to write home about but I also ordered scallops , onion rings, lobster roll, excellent iced tea & excellent iced coffee. We picked an outside table & waited for our order to be delivered. It only took 10-15 minutes to have our order delivered. Red's doesn't weigh their lobster all they do is pile it on so high you can't see the buttered grilled hotdog roll. Served with a side of hot butter to dip or pour on the lobster. I couldn't finish my roll so I took home some leftover lobster that I weighed at home. It weighed 4.7 oz more than what a normal lobster roll weighs regularly. I can safely say there was around 16z of fresh tender lobster meat. No chewiness incurred. Look closely at the pictures & start making plans to visit Red's Eats in Wiscasset Maine. We chose to go visit when they 1st opened on May 6th so the line we stood in was only 10-12 people deep. We will go back in October before they close for the season. This will be the most impressive lobster shack you'll ever experience. Make plans & drive there soon.

    Lobster Roll with butter
    Nicole V.

    This was our first ever lobster roll and crab roll in the state of Maine and boy did we make the right decision. There are really only 3 negative things about this shop and those are the parking, the waiting/line, and it being cash only. If the wait wasn't so long I think I would give it 5 stars even with those other 2 but we waiting 2.5 hours in line. With those things aside the food itself was delicious. We got the lobster roll with butter, crab roll, and onion rings. Lobster roll was packed with lobster! It taste fresh and just a 10/10 with the butter! Crab roll was also a 10/10 and packed with crab. It was fresh, rich, and delicious. Onion rings were a 5/5. Great batter/coating and fried to perfection. If you have the time please stop here! We would definitely come back.

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    Simply the best lobstah roll...EVER, ANYWHERE!! The freshest and sweetest, and simply lobstah with some melted buttah. Nothing will compare!

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    How much is their lobster roll?

    Expensive. Mine was between $32-34.

    Do they take reservations?

    They don't take reservations.

    Can you order online?

    No. But if they did, there would be an equally long line to pick up!

    How do make the batter for the fried zucchini?

    Flour and water with a little salt

    Is this the place that Andrew Zimmern visited on Delicious Destinations?

    yes

    Are lobster rolls traditionally filled with chilled lobster or warm lobster? I love them and I introduced my Mom today to them but at a different restaurant. Figured I'd ask here because Red's is the best?

    Lobster is chilled. Served with small tubs of delicious sweet melted butter. I can't stress enough- the lobster is perfectly cooked. I don't understand how the claws remain so tender.

    How long does the line typically take?

    We waited an hour and we weren't even at the back of the line. WORTH THE WAIT!! Best lobster roll and scallops!!!

    Is I the lobster roll warm or cold? Would it be good later?

    It is cold. It's excellent. I can't imagine why it wouldn't be good later.

    How much is a lobster roll this week?

    $30 and worth every penny

    How much is a lobster roll this season?

    $36 this week

    How much is the lobster roll this week?

    $24

    Does Red's take cards or just cash?

    Cash only. There is an ATM just outside if needed.

    Will they be open in October?

    I believe they're closed after Labor Day.

    Is there an option to have the lobster roll without mayo? And does the same go for the crab roll?…

    Yes, it is served with Kate's Maine butter that is churned daily, or you can have mayonnaise if you prefer.

    How much is the lobster roll?

    $26 as of the other day Worth it

    How far up rthe coast is it. Past Portland?

    About an hour - but I'd drive twice as far for the lobster roll. It is that good

    Are the lobster rolls served hot or cold?

    With hot drawn butter! They're fantastic!

    When is the best time to go (meaning the shortest wait)?

    Evening I believe. We went on a cloudy evening only because our planned late afternoon arrival was hampered by major traffic. Arrived around 7:30 and the wait was maybe 30 mins. We joined in line at the ice cream stand around the corner.

    Will Red's still be open the week after Labor Day?

    Yes! I believe that Red's is open from mid-April through Columbus Day weekend (early October). Call to check at (207) 882-6128 or email info@redseatsmaine.com.

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    looking for food we happened on this farm stand. It was a pleasant surprise! very sweet. bought…read moresome nice dish towels and returned a few days later to get some frozen soups. So delicious! and great as were staying in a nearby arbnb/camp with only a hot plate/microwave and paninni machine it was raining so grilled cheese and butternut squash soup so good! later the roasted tomato soup with some added fish made a delicious chowder,a light dinner with salad. There were homemade cookies and some other sweets & vintage dishes. unfortunately they had run out of eggs& clam chowder. it was a nice way to have a light meals in our camp. definitly worth a stop

    From the owner: Two sisters ~ Deborah & Johanna ~ opened this charming little farmstand together in the Summer of…read more2020 • Our soups, chowders and turkey pot pies are made from scratch and then frozen for you to take home to thaw and enjoy or to keep on hand for another day when you don’t want to cook • Soup selection includes gluten-free options, dairy-free options and vegan options • Delicious cookies • Fresh eggs daily from our free ranging happy hens • Fresh produce and flowers available in season from our decades old gardens and local farms • Fresh pies available daily from Memorial Day through to the Fall • Vintage china, glassware, collectibles and What Nots • The farmhouse at Sunset Hill Farm was built in 1742 and at one time was a dairy farm. Now it is home to a variety of farm animals, some who have been rescued, and they all are living out their lives surrounded by love and beautiful sunsets • Feel to sit by our little pond near the farmstand. From May to October it’s busy with frogs, turtles, salamanders, birds, and dragonflies, etc. Our 28 year old horse, Rusty, is in the field across the street, and Blossom the Scottish Highland cow lives with our 3 goats across the field in behind the farmstand. • Pollyanna the goose and Nellie the duck are always walking around with their flock of hen friends in tow, they are guaranteed to make you smile. • We are often referred to as “The Cutest Little Farmstand In Maine” • We are on the Honor System, cash & checks only are accepted.

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    Bite Into Maine

    4.7(1.1k reviews)
    37.8 mi
    $$$

    This was my first lobster roll spot when landing in Portland, Maine, and it was definitely my…read morefavorite! The location is right by the Portland Head Light, so if you're done exploring, perfect spot to enjoy some lunch. I ordered the Maine Style lobster roll and thought it was amazing! The texture of the lobster was so soft and tender, which is different than lobster rolls I've had in the past. I also enjoyed their side of potato chips. They have many picnic tables near the food truck where you can enjoy the water and lighthouse views, except beware of the wasps! Was surprised how many wasps are around the city.

    Bite Into Maine's Fort Williams Park food truck is in a great spot, close to prime parking if you…read morecan get it. My husband and I went on Labor Day weekend. The weather was a little chilly and rainy, so the line for food was pretty short and moved pretty quickly. The best part about this experience was being able to sit at a picnic bench and look out at the stunning views while enjoying the lobster (although there were some very interested bees we had to deal with). The workers were also very pleasant. I want to note first that I'm pretty sure it was slightly more expensive than the other rolls we ate this whole weekend looking at ounces, but I personally still think it's worth it to try for some of the unique flavors. On the positive, I got the curry lobster roll (4.5 ounce size) and really enjoyed it. Good, solid lobster (not the best I've ever had but no real complaints), and the sauce was awesome with some lemon added on top. You get a little side of chips, those were fine but I didn't need them. My husband got a Connecticut lobster roll (6 ounces). This should be nice and warm all around. At the window they gave him the roll and asked if he wanted the butter on it and poured for him. Very unfortunately this roll was cold all around -- cold lobster, cold butter, and my husband said it was quite unpleasant to eat as a result and he couldn't finish the roll. Afterward, we looked up reviews and noticed that others had a similar experience. Just a bummer to advertise warm buttered and serve it cold consistently. All in all, I would give this a 4 and my husband would give it a 1, so we rested on a 3 because I did really enjoy mine. As mentioned above, I'd definitely recommend trying for the more unique flavors, but for a more classic roll I'd suggest elsewhere.

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    4.5(122 reviews)
    10.7 mi
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    We were walking around town and I remember seeing this place on the map. So we decided to at least…read moreget a visual of this place as it had positive reviews on Yelp - avg rating of 4.5 It was still fairly early, however we could see the line was forming. We decided to give it a chance, since most of the people there seemed to be local or at least seasonal locals. Given this was just a "snack" for us, we decided on a hotdog, cheeseburger and shared some fries. The ordering process can get a little chaotic, as there is a lot of conversation at the grill with orders being placed and prepared and people chatting in line. We placed our order and were given a number and you could stay at the window (which gets really crowded) or you can have a seat at the picnic table. I decided to wait near the window while I took pictures for Yelp. From what I could hear the prices of the seafood options are "high" although I didn't think it was unreasonable given how fresh the seafood is. We didn't even get seafood and really enjoyed our food. Very fresh and didn't have old grill flavor. We would definitely return if in the area, I would love to try the haddock if we had more time.

    Love this place!!! Drove by and had to stop. Super clean and inviting. Great out door seating and…read moreview of the bay. Total neighborhood feel. The guy who made our food was friendly, helpful and totally cool with us being there 5 mins before they closed. We had a lobster roll and a clam strip basket. Full of lobster! Huge strips! Totally worth the price. A must go.

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    Sprague's Lobster - Sprague's Lobster

    Sprague's Lobster

    4.1(341 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    It was a perfect day and I had the perfect lobster roll. A ton of lobster, four claws were found…read moreand quickly devoured. Melted butter was poured over the top and went everywhere, sopped up and consumed with great delight. The atmosphere was cheery and lovely, with quite a few people enjoying their own rolls. There was a mixture of languages and everyone had smiles. Service was quick, friendly and efficient.

    We stopped by on Thursday, 6/18/26, at 4:15 pm. There was no line to order and we only waited a few…read moreminutes for our food (a full hour and fifteen minutes less than we waited at the place across the street). A lot of reviews are from people who came here because they didn't want to wait in the long line for the place across the street and they said the lobster roll here was good. We wanted our review to be fully informed, so we got a lobster roll here and we also got one from the place across the street. While the line across the street is absurdly and unnecessarily long, we've determined now that that place is famous for a reason. Prices are the same, high $30s. The actual lobster was fine at Sprague's, comparable to the place across the street. The butter though was not even a competition. I don't know how they do it, but the butter from the place across the street was just so much better. Sprague's butter just did nothing for the lobster roll. It was clear and just looked like clarified butter. Do with this information what you will.

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