Yessss. Left here stuffed. So was on my way up further into Maine when I got hungry, and stumbled upon this place. Tons of free parking. Great menu for everyones favorites in seafood. The lobster rolls was delicious, and huge! Spicy taters werent that spicy, but still good, just disappointed in the heat. The chicken was suprisingly really good. Inside they have soups to go. Indoor and outdoor seating. I left with leftovers and even got an extra lobster roll to go. They pile the meat on high! Friendly staff and they will give you a buzzer for when your food is ready. No table service, seat yourself. And seems they donate a lot to great causes Very nice place. Go, if you're hungry and was delicious food. You'll leave stuffed read more

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Good food, good ambiance, good service, amazing community members and proud to have them as a local business

The Red Barn is one of our family's favorite restaurants in Augusta. The seafood stew is my absolute favorite and my mom always loved the fried clams. The owner, Laura, is one of the most generous, caring and dedicated people I know. Absolutely worth a visit! read more

Best place around for not only exceptional food but for the personal attention you get from all the staff, when you come here you feel like your walking into your families home. read more

First stop for seafood on our tour of New England and glad we made the detour here. I really can't add much more than what has already been written previously. In addition to the food their milkshakes are delicious....try the black raspberry shake! They have both a decent size indoor and outdoor seating area. read more

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We were looking for a place to get good fried clams. On our way back to Boston from Downeast Maine. The whole belly clams lived up to our expectations. Service was very friendly. We would recommend this place. read more

Wow!! Thats the only word big enough to explain what I just experienced at Red Barn. I'm writing this review from the parking lot, it just couldn't wait. The food was so good and fresh, the stew.... amazing! I'm glad I got the bowl instead of the cup. I got the lobster roll. It was the perfect blend of lobster and mayo on a warm toasted bun. I'm so mad that my stomach betrayed me and got full. I can't wait until I'm back in the area. This will be my go to! read more

The Red Barn - 1/4 lb Fresh ME Lobster Roll and Laura 's Famous Seafood Stew - Seafood Near Me - Augusta, Maine

Just moved here from NH - this is by far the best place to get food. We go here once a week, the chicken fingers are addicting, fries always crispy. The bags have a cute saying on them from the owner - you can tell it's family owned and they care. Highly recommend going here if you are considering. The haddock was good too!! Breading is great. read more

Feels silly reviewing the Red Barn. Just go get a lobster roll and a bowl of stew and wonder. It's not lunch at the old Tsukiji market, but it's like that. Pick your own best seafood memory, and it's like that. read more

We were traveling through the area and found this cute little lunch spot. The weather was perfect so we enjoyed our lunch outside on a picnic table. The food was fantastic and the staff was warm and friendly! read more

Knowing that we had a big dinner scheduled for later we were looking for something not to heavy for lunch. A soup sounded good, and looking around the area no one seemed to offer soup. We decided to stop here for Laura's Seafood Stew. What am extraordinary dish! We each had a cup of the stew. The container was filled to the brim with big chunks of seafood, including a couple of pieces of lobster. All of the seafood was perfectly cooked, tender and delicious. A nice alternative to fried seafood! read more

It's a fun and charming place to stop. The breaded lobster is unique, but it ends up tasting mostly like fried breading. It is a generous portion of lobster. The stew was really good. The lobster roll was okay, but not the best that I've ever had. The chocolate milkshake was amazing! The staff is great. read more

The Red Barn - Fried lobster - Seafood Near Me - Augusta, Maine

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Came here after work and wasn't disappointed. You can choose to sit inside or outside and there is ample parking. I went for the lobster roll without mayo and it is an extra $1 per 1/4 lb of lobster roll. I had the plain lobster roll and it was filled with full claw meats. Very tasty and it fit nicely on the bun. The seafood stew was a little pricey at $7 a cup but it was worth it. I usually don't eat soup with a creamy base but the little cup was loaded with clam, scallops, and lobster meat. It even had a full claw on top. Portions vs price was reasonable. Definitely will return when I'm in the area again. read more

The Red Barn - Cup of seafood stew and plain 1/4 lb lobster roll. - Seafood Near Me - Augusta, Maine

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The Red Barn is a central Maine institution, plain and simple. I've lost track of the number of times I've visited, but it is definitely well into the dozens by now. I typically opt for either a chicken basket, haddock basket, or shrimp basket, but it's all so delicious that I recommend going with a few other people so that you can sample many items from the menu! The portions are huge, and we typically end up with enough left over for a full second meal at home the next day! Oh, and the shakes... if you have room, those are outstanding as well. I recently discovered the seafood stew, and it has quickly become one of my guilty pleasures. Rich, buttery, and topped with a lobster claw - it is the ultimate in comfort food. The family meal is worth taking note of if you're looking for the best bang for your buck - for around $20, you get a meal that *easily* serves four people (2 pints of chicken, 2 large fries, 4 dinner rolls, 4 cole slaws, and a 2 liter of soda). This place can get busy, but it runs like a well-oiled machine (they are used to crowds!). And best of all, the service is always with a smile. The owner, Laura, is known for doing lot of great things for the Augusta community, and is very involved in the day-to-day operations of the restaurant - customer service is always a priority here. Whether you're a local or just in town for a visit, the Red Barn would be at the very top of the list of places I'd recommend in the Augusta area. read more

Five stars! When asked to judge restaurant, I think, for what they are, and the red barn is good classic Maine fried seafood, lobster rolls, and fantastic seafood stew! They are welcoming and friendly, place your order at the counter, have a seat at the picnic table seating, inside or out, and wait to hear your name called! The place was packed, and it seems like they always are. A must do destination when you're in the Augusta area. And did I mention that the seafood chowder was great? read more

Update from Jun 2019: Stopped in today and had a quick lunch. Had a cup of the Seafood Stew and a lobster roll. The Seafood Stew may be my favorite seafood soup around: chock full of lobster, fish, scallops and shrimp in a mil-based broth. Nothing else, no potatoes, celery or onions. Delicious. There are two size options for the lobster roll: 1/4 or 1/2 pound. I had the 1/4 lb with the 'clear meat' option -- no mayo. Melted butter is an option but not needed. I have posted a picture. One note: lots of customers today, no people of color. read more

The Red Barn - 1/4 pound Lobster roll ('clear meat' option) and small Seafood Stew. - Seafood Near Me - Augusta, Maine

Was a wee bit disappointed. I had high expectations here. The seafood chowder was a little watery and low in flavor. Needed salt. It was filled with seafood though. Lobster roll is all claw meat. I thought that was a good thing, but it was a little lackluster. Had to dip bread in the melted butter for some flavor. Lobster was way to cold also. Whole belly clams were tasty though a little heavier on the breading than usual. Nice portion and perfectly cooked. Fair priced and fast service. Place was clean and plenty of tables to eat at. Flowers were so beautiful outside. read more

The Red Barn - Small soup, lobster roll 1/4lb. Pint whole belly clams $52. - Seafood Near Me - Augusta, Maine

Amazing lobster roll and seafood stew. Line was long but wait was less than 10mins until we got food. Will definitely be coming back.

I have been going to this restaurant for years and the food and service is superb. It's been a family owned business for decades. They have a very diverse menu, but the mixed seafood basket was always my moms favorite. If you're in the area definitely stop in this place and don't forget to go to Facebook page to find out where their food trucks will be that week. read more

Ooops, got my Barn Doors mixed up. Steaks: Barn Door in San Antonio Lobster Roll: Barn Door in Augusta-- Can't say a bad word on either of them. Thank you Laura for reminding me which Barn Door is where read more

Always eat here when in Maine. Amazing seafood and fast, friendly service with lots of outside seating.

Best food around. Best people taking orders and passing them out. And the owner.... Want a place with good food and that supports the community come here... lots of seating and pet friendly... come enjoy and support read more

Found this spot while searching on google. Great find while driving to northern Maine. Ordered the 1/2 pound Lobster rolls and absolutely loved it. Husband had the fried scallops and said it was great too. So glad we stopped by to try it out. Lots of picnic tables out back with umbrellas. Casual spot with great food. read more

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Must-go, customer service is impeccable and the food is even better. They accommodate pets and their indoor and outdoor dining tables are extremely clean. The atmosphere is lively and fully of energy, as a passerby I wish I had something like this to go to frequently. Definitely a hidden gem. read more

The Red Barn - Food - Seafood Near Me - Augusta, Maine

Extremely friendly service, extremely. They do a really wonderful job here... Driving north... hungry, hungry, yelp app strikes again.... The onion rings were quite delicious also. Place is old school & legit. read more

Lobster rolls are wonderful. Great place to eat. Go several times a year. Whenever I'm in Maine. Laura, the owner, is usually there, and she adds a homey feel to the place. She's very nice. read more

Laura and her staff are the best of the best in a small family restaurant that does everything right!! Food is hot and plentiful and I make sure to head there whenever I get "home". Keep on giving and caring Laura. You and your team are rock stars!! read more

This restaurant has been a staple of my entire life in Maine and I'm 41 years old. Not only is the food the absolutely best around. It's also everyone is treated like family there. Laura and the entire staff go out of their way to help everyone in this community and beyond. Need proof Google JC Giroux Augusta, Maine. That's my son and there's a news center Maine piece of what she did for him when I had nothing and I will be FOREVER grateful read more

Thank you Yelp for directing me to this little hidden gem! We were on our way from DC to ME and started getting the lobster craving around Augusta, and The Red Barn popped up on Yelp. It's nothing fancy, they're very military-centric (including a 10% military discount) and, most importantly, the food was delicious! My BF and I split the "crustacean elation", which is the foot-long lobster roll that comes with a massive side of fries. After eating all that sweet meat I had zero space left for them, however. We sat outside on the pup-friendly patio on a chilly evening to devour our roll. So good. Do yourself a favor and stop here! You won't regret it. The roll is all we got, but their other seafood platters were huge portions and also looked really good. read more

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My friends and I stopped here for our first meal in Maine and absolutely loved it. The close-knit staff was extremely kind and helped us with some recommendations. We got the haddock and shrimp baskets and thoroughly enjoyed it. For the price, you get a ton of food. We only finished half of each and had a meal for later. I also got a homemade whoopie pie for the road, and it was delicious! read more

The Red Barn - The haddock basket (and yes, it lasts two meals!) - Seafood Near Me - Augusta, Maine

This place is great. I had a lobster roll, which was a little pricey, $17 for a small sandwich. However, it was very good. I normally don't like lobster, but I loved this sandwich. The staff members were super friendly, & we received our sandwich within 5-7 minutes of ordering. I would definitely return. Plus the place had so much character to it. read more

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THE LOCATION & THE ATMOSPHERE Somewhere approximately a third of the way from Portland to Bar Harbor is the friendly town of Augusta where the town folk are generous in hospitality as well as oozing in down East charm. Often seen as a must-visit destination, The Red Barn is the casual little eatery that "could" thanks to the hardworking determination and beautiful soul of owner, Laura Benedict, along with the warmth from her dedicated team of friends and family including her beloved brother, Pete. THE PARKING As ample as Laura's heart is for people, so is the large private lot parking adjacent to this relaxing and cozy diner-like restaurant. When we arrived at lunchtime, the lot appeared full. However, with satisfied diners leaving, we quickly found a spot not far from the clean and well-maintained front entrance of the building. THE FOOD If not for the immense distance across the US separating The Red Barn from us, hubby and I might be eating here more often than we ought. In this case, thank goodness it's the continent that's wide! ---1/2 lb. Lobster Roll $19.95--- Packed full of freshness, the toothsome tender chunks of pure sweet lobster meat comes heaped onto a soft, fluffy bread bun like found treasure bursting from the sea. That first bite is bound to make your eyes roll into the back of your head, but like all yummy deliciousness, you find yourself not being able to resist another decadent nibble. The lobster meat is so fresh, I swear one of the de-shelled claws may have snapped at me. ---Cup of Seafood Stew $5.95--- Brimming with depth, flavor and texture is Laura's special recipe of love and devotion. The broth is rich, but not in a heavy sort of way, while the perfectly cooked mixture of savory fresh haddock, shrimp, scallops and lobster fill your tummy with hearty heavenly goodness. ---Snack Size Mixed Seafood $11.75 + substitute Onion Rings $0.75--- Like all deep fried food, the batter is just as important as the freshness of the oil in addition to what's being fried. The delicateness of the crispy, golden batter lightly enrobing the generous portion of fresh caught haddock, shrimp, clams and scallops definitely deserves recognition.....and so does the clean taste of the frier oil. For an up-charge of $0.75 more, we opted for the house made onion rings instead of the crinkle cut fries included with every order. THE BOTTOM LINE Our visit to The Red Barn is hands down the best meal and memory throughout our repeated adventures in New England. Mahalo and a hui hou, Laura and friends! Love and hugs till we meet again! read more

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If you are visiting Maine and find yourself in Augusta, this is the one place you should eat in the whole city. After driving many hours one day (as it is when you have family spread out in Maine and all towns are an hour away... *cries*), we found ourselves hungry and lazy at 7pm. My fiancée found this restaurant on multiple sites to fantastic reviews and so he decided he was willing to put pants back on to try the seafood stew. Let me tell you, I lay in my underwear and did not move the whole half hour he was gone UNTIL he walked in and the soup sang and then, well... You know how in cartoons, the boy gets a whiff of someone's perfume and suddenly he's lifted into the air, oblivious? It's like suddenly I was off the bed and on the table and I don't even know how I got there. We got a pint. We should have gotten more. It's called a "stew" but really it should be called a mixed seafood salad perfectly simmered in a rich, buttery sauce because it was pretty much. All. Seafood. Perfectly cooked lobster, baby shrimp, clams and sweet and tender scallops. We agreed it was maybe the best we've ever had. We also decided to have a whoopie pie and it tasted like a brownie cake, overflowing with cream, delicious. It was so good that we decided early-road-trip-back-to-Boston be damned, we would have it for breakfast. We made plans the night before. We were going to get the mixed fried seafood and a frappe and the foot-long lobster roll and more stew - a pint even. Each! According to Yelp they opened at 9am so we rolled right on up and... Closed. Words can not express how sad we were as it was our last day and there would be no more chances to return for a long time. So FYI, they are closed Mondays which is sad. Trust their website and not Yelp before it dashes your dreams. read more

Delicious lobster roll. I opted for the clear meat (not sure why it's a dollar more with less things in it, but I digress) without lettuce (don't taint my lobster meat!). Decent pricing ($14.95 for clear meat, $13.95 regular) for 1/4 lb lobster roll. At first it looks small, but wow was it filled with meat! Needed a fork because the chunks of deliciousness were falling out! They used the right bun grilled and buttered, which made me happy as a native Mainer. I would go again, definitely! read more

The Red Barn - Clear meat lobster roll, a little melted butter, and no lettuce. Perfection! $14.95 - Seafood Near Me - Augusta, Maine

THE BEST! We came as they were closing (it's 6:00 not 8:00 as it says on Yelp) and Ryan was so kind and accommodating and helped us to grab a quick lobster roll and seafood stew even though we just missed the order window. Thanks to Sue for facilitating. We really appreciate the good Maine hospitality. The great service was only surpassed by the amazing lobster. We will certainly be back. read more

I visited The Red Barn today after being told by multiple people to give it a try. I couldn't be happier with the food or the service. Both were phenomenal. We got the Chicken Basket, Fried Mushrooms and a Black Raspberry shake. First off, the black raspberry shake is to DIE for. It's absolutely fantastic, and I think we all know how everything else was- WONDERFUL. I will absolutely be back. Huge portions for great prices. read more

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Having had some of the best of New England and Nova Scotia's seafood, my standards might be a little high compared to others. I tried this place based on the high yelp reviews. Ordered a bowl of seafood stew. Nice light broth, but it was a little too oily/buttery IMO. Very nice ratio of seafood to broth ratio. But I only had one piece of lobster claw meat in my bowl. That's really lame. The rest was mostly fish and shrimp. At $9 per bowl, this was very disappointing. Maybe I was just unlucky. I left about half the soup uneaten. What a shame. Ordered appetizer clams. Only $4!!!! Lightly battered and well seasoned. Clams tastes very fresh and delicate. Not over fried. Awesome deal. Cole slaw. Good. Very solid. Good flavor. Home made muffin. Ordered one. Not the best muffin I've had. I'd rather put this money towards more lobster or dessert. read more

Good 1/2 lb lobster roll although I would've preferred less bread. Probably could've gone without the seafood stew, felt like the haddock and lobster was overcooked. But the scallops were nice. The clam strips were fresh and were a great price for the portion. Wish I had tried the bellies as well. Best fried clams I had in Maine. Would come here again in the future if I was in the Augusta area. read more

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I have traveled to Augusta a few times and after my first visit here I make it a point to go back when I visit. The food is great! I always get the seafood stew which is amazing! I am from Florida but have never seen so much seafood in a stew or chowder before! I have also had the clam strips which were great! For a special treat try the whoopie pie for dessert! The restaurant itself is counter service with limited seating inside. However, if it is a nice day there are plenty of tables outside as well. The staff is friendly and get the food out quick! read more

The Red Barn - Seafood Stew - Seafood Near Me - Augusta, Maine

One of my best dining experiences while in the New England. The seafood stew was excellent and the lobster roll was out of this world delicious. The atmosphere is friendly, social, and comfortable. The staff are very friendly and sincere. Will definitely come here again next time I find myself anywhere near Augusta, Maine. read more