Outstanding lobster rolls in addition to their lobster offerings. Their 1.25 lb lobster came out perfect. Abby was our server today. They have three seating options: inside (air conditioned) outside with a screened in porch, or outside with picnic table seating by the Union River. I like the River option on cooler days, but you can also see what the drought has really done to the water level. Tip: Their Lobster Pot Red Ale is a must try. read more

Union River Lobster Pot - Seafood Near Me - Ellsworth, Maine

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Apparently we got lucky and were seated right away though food took a long time to arrive anyway. Everyone at the table enjoyed their food whether it was lobster rolls, the lazy lobster dish or the steak tips with large chunks of meat. The baked stuffed haddock dish I got was okay. I didn't get much flavor from it. The garlicky mashed potatoes side was doing the heavier lifting on that front. It seems likely that I ordered the wrong thing. Service was just okay, with no apologies or acknowledgement for the long wait and a bit of time passed with empty cups before they offered drink refills as well. Ambiance is loud open restaurant style with live music in the patio and some lobster fishing related decor. Because the table enjoyed their food much more than I did, I would be disingenuous to rate it less than four but I was not impressed. One of our family members considers this place as their favorite lobster roll place so there's that. read more

Union River Lobster Pot - Baked Stuffed Haddock with Seafood Stuffing and Lobster Sauce - Seafood Near Me - Ellsworth, Maine

Lobster with a view! We came in and asked to be seated in one of their many outdoor tables by the river. The view from the restaurant is absolutely stunning, from the butterfly's to the ducks and everything in between! Now after about 20 minutes the food arrives! We had delicious lobster rolls, a lobster grilled cheese, and their crab pot! Everything was delicious and the service was wonderful. And just when you thought you were done we had a big slice of blueberry pie that was the best i've ever had! Overall this place was incredible and I would recommend to anyone in the area! read more

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Excellent lobster in a beautiful location on the Union River in Ellsworth, ME. Dennis provided great service. Wonderful views, food and service. read more

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We arrived right when they opened, and the place filled up quickly, but the service never missed a beat. I ordered the fish tacos, while my friend had the lobster cobb salad, and both were fresh, flavorful, and generously portioned. I didn't love the street corn but the dessert got me back on track. LOL. The blueberry pie disappeared so fast we didn't get a chance to snap a photo. Definitely worth a visit. read more

Union River Lobster Pot - Fish Tacos with Street Corn - Seafood Near Me - Ellsworth, Maine

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We found this establishment using Yelp, after exploring Acadia National Park. We were not disappointed. Great selection of seafood and excellent service. read more

This place is amazing. The food is fantastic. I'n happy I arrived early before it git really busy. The parking was packed by the time I left. read more

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We stopped in for lunch right as they opened. We shared crab cakes and fish tacos. The crab cakes were excellent. The fried haddock in the tacos was wonderful. The slaw in the tacos was too sweet, but maybe that's a regional thing. The service was excellent and fast. read more

The wait was worth it! Go there right now and eat lobster Mac n cheese. Seriously GO NOW.

Went here pretty late and the wait was still 45min-1hr. You can sit outside by the area that cooks the lobsters/crab etc. the cook outside was great and everyone was peacefully taking in the action and getting their pictures etc. Once sat inside the server was nice and prompt. We knew what we wanted because we looked while we waited. Things we ordered: clam chowder, lobster pot and crab pot. Clam chowder - this is the best clam Chowder I have ever had in my life. I still think about it. The most fresh and flavorful clam chowder ever. 5/5 stars Lobster pot - comes with steamers, corn and potatoes. It's what you expect. If you are expecting a west coast seafood boil that comes in a bag this is not it. It's simple and delicious Crab pot - 1 whole corn on the cob and a couple of potatoes and a couple of smaller clusters of crab. Again it's simple and delicious. I would come back here every single time to get the clam chowder. This place is a must for that alone. read more

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We shared an excellent and huge bowl of clam chowder. Husband ordered the stuffed Haddock w green beans & mashed potatoes and I the mussels and steamer clams combo. My husband's fish was very good, but the mashed potatoes were only lukewarm. The clams in my combo were excellent, but the mussels were very overcooked and tiny. 8 of the mussel shells were empty. I did find 4 of the mussels in the bottom of the pot, but that still left 4 empty. Service was very slow. Our waiter kept vanishing for extended periods of time. We did not get bread plates and finally I ended up asking another server for them. Ditto for our "to go" boxes. While I would not go out of my way to go back, if we were in the area again, I might give them another try. read more

This was our first time visiting Maine and the first place we stopped immediately after exiting the airport and it truly set the tone for our trip! My mom and I came for lunch because they have a cute little set up to enjoy "lobster on the lawn" while overlooking the river. We ordered a hot lobster roll with butter and a cold lobster roll with mayo; they were both fantastic. I could have sat there all day since there is ample seating so you don't feel rushed. We were even lucky enough to see a seal pop its head up! The service is friendly and quick so it's a perfect spot to just relax and enjoy a yummy lobster roll. Would definitely visit again and recommend to anyone planning a trip to Maine. read more

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Wonderful time at the Pot. I had the Haddock and my wife had scallops, perfectly made. Before our main meal we both enjoyed the raw oysters, salty and sweet all together! Service was quick and helpful, no waiting in line this day around 5pm. If we're ever in this area again we will absolutely return. Thanks for the wonderful time. read more

Beers while waiting outside... Split a 2 lb lobster with my wife & it was cooked perfectly... sweet, tender, & worth it. Lobster poutine was excellent & my son's lobster roll was packed with fresh lobster... chicken tenders kept our daughter happy. Relaxed atmosphere & definitely a place we'd come back to. read more

Went here during our recent trip to Acadia National Park in August 2025 wanting to eat some Maine lobster and other local cuisine. We waited about 30-40 minutes on a rainy evening. Was able to observe a lady cooking to order the lobsters while waiting for our table. The food was very good and the service was excellent. The restaurant was about average noise level and suitable for large groups. would recommend going to this lobster pound in Ellsworth. read more

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The food is always outstanding. Pleasant service. Been there several times and never been disappointed.

We hadn't tried this restaurant because the wait times during peak season have been challenging and they don't accommodate parties of 8 or more so that left it off the family gathering possibilities. We heard owners had changed but the menu touted well-loved "favorites." We arrived for a birthday dinner, just the two of us. Oysters are always a favorite, so we ordered a half dozen for $21. They were not labeled as being from a particular oyster bed and knowing where they are from is an important part of our experience. We shrugged that part of the experience off - and only cocktail sauce, no mignonette- and dug in. Although the oysters were served with a plate of ice underneath, no ice touched the oyster shells. And I so wished they were ice cold. These were lukewarm, air temp (no heat wave yet, thank goodness!) and they could not have been less appetizing due to the temp. For dinner I tried the surf and turf and my companion ordered a casserole style lobster, 5 oz of picked lobster served with a cracker crumb crust. The New York strip steak was cooked, as requested, medium rare. A stripe of gristle went the length of the entire cut, and the steak was unseasoned, tough, and nearly inedible. With my steak was a butterflied lobster tail with a full dark vein on top of half. There is no way anyone near that dish, from plate to service, missed seeing it. So I deveined my own lobster tail and enjoyed an otherwise perfectly cooked lobster tail. My dining partner's lobster dish, with the cracker crumb topping, looked dry as a bone and so heavily doused with paprika or other spice as to be inedible. She waded through half and found little lobster and we sifted through the remaining crumb for what should have been at least 3 oz more of lobster meet. Nope. Our server was another matter. He wasn't rude, but he never made eye contact and when we refused take out containers for what was clearly about half our meal, he avoided the obvious issues. Cashing out tableside with his handheld device should have felt easy and convenient but the automated tip options added an eye roll and some disgust to our already bad experience. Dining outdoors riverside? Lovely. The food, not so much. There are many outdoor venues and I encourage you to pass by this Ellsworth option. read more

Great food! The waitress taught us how to crack and eat the lobster meat. Nice atmosphere with music playing outside.

The food is amazing, very authentic Maine dinner. Our waitress, Shayna, was wonderful and had no problem with our requests.

Tourist trap food. We were tourists and got trapped. The lobster grilled cheese was embarrassing... literally 3-4 small pieces of lobster on white bread with Kraft American slices. I wish we had taken a picture: the cut line looked like a person smiling with front teeth missing. Huge holes of no lobster. Lots of flies in the restaurant didn't help. One of our party had a burger which was the best item ordered. Lunch for 4 was $150ish with tip. Real disappointment. Server was nice though! read more

First of all there open 5-8:30pm 7 days a week. Maps is wrong. The food is amazing and well worth the money. read more

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We stopped by for lunch, the restaurant wasn't open but the outdoor patio was! We grabbed a lobster roll and it was delicious! The staff was so nice! The food came quick and it was a lovely seating area overlooking the river! Beautiful view! Lovely staff and wonderful food! Thank you! read more

Union River Lobster Pot - Lobstahhhh rollllllll - Seafood Near Me - Ellsworth, Maine

This place is exactly what you're looking for in Maine. Its location right by the river and the laid back vibe make it a must stop - we stayed in Ellsworth so it was walking distance from our rental, but I would drive here. Wait for the table outside, its worth the wait. Kids will love this - they can play like kids should play - on the river, in the grass. Their kids menu is good too! Food: we loved the lobster stew - it's not super thick and the chunks of lobster are good. The haddock was the star for us - (we aren't lobster people so maybe that's why). The stuffed haddock is a great way to experience Maine seafood. The clam chowder lives up to the hype. Vegetarians? The eggplant is delicious and the stuffed mushrooms were so good. Definitely a great spot to soak up the beauty of summer in Maine! read more

Food was to die for! Seafood was extremely very fresh and cooked well. It's a typical Maine lobster restaurant, beachy vibe. Service was okay however waitress did not offer refills on drinks. And i realized she was busy but still. read more

Really great ambience! Service was prompt and food was great! Sitting out by the river was the perfect setting in a warm afternoon. First time trying the lobster roll and we split traditional and hot! read more

Went for the riverside lunch on the lawn. Very cute, good selection. Really good lobster rolls, great chowder. Hubby had the hot dog...yum. Great French fries and blueberry pie. Lemonade not made with lemons....so not great. Otherwise very good food and a nice view. read more

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Loved the outdoor picnic-table seating option overlooking the river. Food and service were excellent - would highly recommend.

Oh my gosh where do I begin?? Hands down the best lobster I've ever had. The wait was around 2 hours when we got here but so worth the wait. We found out we were there on their last night open for the season and they were running a lobster special, so we were super fortunate. Everything was amazing and I also had to try the blueberry pie. To. Die. For. If we ever get up this way again, definitely stopping here!! read more

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We are lobster lovers, and my wife's family is from Maine. This place is a jewel. The lobster pot with 1lb of clams, the corn, and the red potato all boiled together in salt water is finger licking good. The best special in the menu! Make sure you walk to the lady cooking the lobsters in the patio and ask her about setting the timers and her techniques for pairing each lobster with each table. Amazing system! read more

The food and service were amazing! Plenty of seating and great views. Fast service so don't worry if theres a wait. We came from Ohio to find the best lobster dish and this was IT! read more

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We arrived around 4:20. They open at four. The covered patio was nearly full. They also have tables outside. We sat inside as it was a bit humid. Our server was Jen. They have 2 Jen's. Ours was the shorter one. She was fantastic. Very efficient!! We ordered a bowl of lobster stew to share. Neither of us had ever had it before. It was one of the best things we've ever tasted!! OMG! Order it!! We weren't super hungry, so we shared that and a Lobster Pie. We each got a house salad. The Lobster Pie was also delicious!! I would suggest ordering that on a different day than the Lobster Stew as both are SUPER rich and heavy. But SO good. A bit of a timing issue with the kitchen. Our salads were served first, ice cold and great. But we weren't even halfway finished with them before the steaming bowl of stew arrived. Then the same with the entree before we'd even made a dent in the pie. They were pretty empty inside with 3-4 servers most standing around, but that changed fast near 5 pm. They got swamped on a Wednesday night. The poor timing from the kitchen aside, it was a delightful experience with AMAZING food! Generous chucks of lobster in everything. Our stew had at least 3 full claws and knuckle meat in one bowl. Wow! read more

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This place was highly recommended and I'm not sure why. My wife enjoyed the stuffed Haddock but the green beans were bland. I had the surf and turf (10oz sirloin and 8oz lobster tail.) neither of which were seasoned at all. $85 with tip was a bit much for disappointment. read more

What a unique spot to find in Ellsworth. Touristy but don't well. Nice lawn next to river to wait for table. Lobster is great, so many menu options! read more

Beautiful location on the Union River and wonderful food authentic to the area. The clam chowder was very good as was the blueberry pie. Baked haddock was good but I wish I'd ordered a lobster dish. Lines are long and they close for the season soon. read more

Union River Lobster Pot - Baked Stuffed Haddock with Seafood Stuffing and Lobster Sauce - Seafood Near Me - Ellsworth, Maine

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Being a visitor my waitress was very friendly and patient to explain the menu to me, staff was overall very welcoming, menu vast with selection and the food definitely hit the spot! 5/5! read more

Union River Lobster Pot - Lobster with salad and Cole slaw sides - Seafood Near Me - Ellsworth, Maine

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great everything - view, staff, food, the best on a beautiful flowing river. no reservations so get there early on a nice day!

This was a fun, friendly, and relaxing experience. My partner and I stopped here on vacation and it was our first restaurant visit in Maine. The prices were good and the food was great. I would totally recommend the restaurant. read more

When the locals refer it, you know it has to be good. Having nothing else to compare to since it was our first night in Maine...we had no idea what a gem this was. Fabulous lobster and service! read more

Union River Lobster Pot - Dinner - Seafood Near Me - Ellsworth, Maine

This was a whole vibe. Beautiful yard for a waiting area with an outdoor bar. Service was super fast! The fried claims were the best I've ever had. They were thick, but didn't feel heavy with grease. The baked stuffed haddock was good. Although the stuffing was good, the haddock was outstanding. read more

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Hands down best meal in Maine so far after 5 days visiting around Bar Harbor and eating lobster every day. All of the food is fresh and service is amazing. The lobster pot is right outside the restaurant, so you can see that the lobster is alive until ordered. I would definitely come back! read more

Union River Lobster Pot - Lazy Lobster - Seafood Near Me - Ellsworth, Maine

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