Service is great food is wonderful. We had the seafood boil, jambalaya, and a chicken salad. This…read moreplace is amazing and their prices are very reasonable. I highly recommend you try them if you get the chance.

Yesterday was the first visit here for my family and me and I think likely our last. I will firstly…read moresay that some of my party had very high expectations because they love New Orleans so much. For them it definitely did not compare and was just okay. I will say it is a tough comparison. It is a large restaurant with plenty of tables/booths and does have some decor to give you seafood and Cajun vibes while also feeling like a chain restaurant. Staff was friendly enough with no huge complaints, getting a water did take awhile when my wife asked for one. They do have a large menu and especially a large amount of options for seafood eaters. I had fried catfish which was solid overall while my wife had a chicken po' boy. She was disappointed and would prefer getting a po' boy elsewhere. Overall if you wanted some Cajun seafood or a seafood boil this could be the spot for you. If you are looking for this style specifically it may be your best option if you didn't want to go closer to NOLA. If you want seafood in general I think you can do better. I have had much worse food and experiences but don't see a reason to return again.

My husband got the debris and I got a muffaletta. Both were absolutely scrumptious. The bread for…read moremy muffaletta was perfectly soft inside--just like what I get when in New Orleans. I think it was the owner who brings out the sandwiches and checks on each dine in customer to see how everything is tasting. The people were great and the food was phenomenal! My leftover muffaletta was even better a day later. I don't eat pickles but my husband said their pickles were amazing! A must do for a cool corner sandwich shop in Portland!

Here with my so for dinner. His treat! Decor here is festive with colored lights and exposed brick…read more Signage is visible from road, good amount of parking. Read the reviews for the "Dirt Bird" and on first approach the chicken is indeed dry however when in combination with the other ingredients that just melts away to a delicious sandwich. Highly recommend. Service is great!! Personal register is the owner!! He saw me taking pictures of the menu and grabbed me a paper one for taking with. So nice. I really enjoy it when owners are boots in the ground helping get their food out.

Good and accommodating staff Great food and wine…read moreselection. Hard to get a reservation, so plan ahead.

We had reservations and we were seated quickly upon arrival. The restaurant was busy on a Saturday…read morenight. It has a rustic feel and was a little loud making it hard to hear conversation at the table. We ordered the Grilled Octopus. I thought the balance was off. The octopus was tender but the snap peas were a little too bitter with the char of the grilled octopus. Our entrees were delicious. We ordered the Sole Francaise and the Yellowfin Tuna. Both had great balance of flavors and textures.

Super fun restaurant that touts the best lobster rolls in Portland. Has a fun vibe. Has a cute…read morelittle souvenir shop where you can get some swag. We each got a lobster roll with a side of fries and potato salad. Both sides were excellent! The mayo sides were amazing. Garlic and jalapeño were the winners. Highly recommend. Can be a little long of a wait but they have txt message alert system.

3 different sized lobster rolls based on how much lobster meat you are craving! (2oz, 4oz, 7oz!…read more$19, $34, $57 today, 7/21/26) Solid lobster roll, after having lobster for the past 4 days of our Maine vacation! According my Mainer hubby, this was the best one of the several we've had--buttered and toasted brioche bun, very fresh lobster meat. We tried the mayo-lime sauce, as hubby did not want a "naked" lobsta roll. If you like your lobster rolls classic (light mayo, maybe a squeeze of lemon), this sauce works perfectly! Potato salad was also very much on point. If the wait to sit down and dine in is too long for your liking, they do have a to-go menu (which is what we did today) . Quick and easy, with very friendly service! Do note that their to-go menu is a shorter version of their dine-in menu, as the food is coming from different kitchens! There is also outdoor seating, which is basically 2 curbside parking spots blocked off for picnic tables. Very nice to enjoy the weather if it is pleasant outside.

What a find! Tired of spending so much money for parking at the pier, we found this restaurant.(it…read morehas a free parking lot!)The food was delicious! We had the octopus, which was cooked perfectly and the seafood paella which was delicious!! The server was so lovely. Highly recommend.

Spot-on paella - my comparison is with paella I enjoyed in Barcelona and Paella Seafood is…read moreexcellent in the match-up. I had the organic chicken with paella because I do not care for calamari or octopus. FYI: Dahlia (sorry if I misspelled) is so kind & efficient - she says they can make the dishes without anything you do not want. I still opted for the chicken though I can envision a return visit for paella with some of the other seafood choices. Great visit and Delicious food! Interior is no-frills and very clean & spacious.

Scales delivered one of the best meals I've had in Maine. We were seated right along the window…read morewith a perfect waterfront view of the boats and fishing gear on the wharf below. It gave the entire evening that authentic, working-harbor Portland feel while still feeling polished and comfortable. We started with a crisp, refreshing local Belgian wheat beer that was light, slightly citrusy, and an ideal match for the seafood-heavy meal ahead. For appetizers, the grilled octopus was excellent -- tender with a proper char, beautifully seasoned, and full of flavor. It came with pommes dauphine, pine nut and espelette vinaigrette, and garlic whip. There was a light touch of oiliness toward the end of the plate (typical with generous finishing oil), but it didn't detract from what was otherwise a very well-executed dish. The dozen raw oysters were exceptional. All three varieties were local Maine and served ice-cold: Fare Well (Newcastle), Nautical Sisters (Yarmouth), and Weskeag (South Thomaston). I had them with just the mignonette and was rewarded with clean, sweet, briny flavor. These were some of the freshest, highest-quality oysters I've had in Portland. The main courses were the real stars. The Stuffed Lobster Frites was outstanding. The lobster was sweet and perfectly cooked, the claws were pre-cracked for easy access, and the tail was cleanly split with a buttery, herby breadcrumb crust that added excellent crunch and texture. It was accompanied by scallop mousseline and dijonnaise. This is a premium dish, but the quality and generous portion made it feel worth it. Equally impressive was the seared scallops, served in a cast-iron skillet. The scallops had a beautiful golden crust and were cooked exactly right -- sweet and tender. They were paired with crisp corn, applewood-smoked bacon, kale, and roasted peppers in a light, well-balanced cream sauce. This dish avoided the common issue of being overly salty. Every bite offered a nice variety of textures and flavors, and the cast-iron kept everything hot throughout the course. It was precise, thoughtful cooking. We finished with the Chocolate Silk Pie*, which was rich, silky, and deeply satisfying with lovely hazelnut undertones and a crunchy chocolate-hazelnut topping. The presentation was beautiful, and it made for a perfect ending. Service was attentive and professional without feeling rushed or intrusive. The pacing between courses was ideal. Bottom line: If you're serious about high-quality Maine seafood, Scales is delivering at a very high level right now. The ingredients are pristine, the execution is precise, and the waterfront setting (especially from a window seat) adds real character. This was easily one of the best meals I've had in Portland. I'll definitely be back. Highly recommended for seafood enthusiasts, special occasions, or anyone who appreciates a restaurant that respects its local ingredients.

Scales was an incredible disappointment. I'd been looking forward to this experience for a few…read moremonths. Scales is lively and vibrant and the host staff was friendly. My server was nice enough, though a bit aloof. When I booked, there was only bar seating available, which is not my preference, but I was so excited to dine here that I did not care. I wish I had made a different decision. I found the cocktail list uninspiring, so I started with a lovely Albariño. I ordered the halibut ceviche, swordfish, and griddled brown bread. Being a Bay Stater, I was looking forward to the brown bread. It never arrived. No one noticed. My server did not say anything until the end, where I was offered a free coffee and ice cream/sorbet. Insulting does not begin to describe it. The halibut ceviche was delicious. It was briny and salt and tasted of the sea. I loved it. The swordfish was rich, heavy, and overcooked. I am always cooking heirloom beans, so maybe that is why I did not love the beans. I don't think I even ate half of my entree. At dessert, my server noted the missing bread and offered a sorbet or ice cream. However, he offered after I had ordered the strawberry cream puff, so it seemed like it was an option for that, not an in lieu of offer. It was not clear until the sorbet arrived along with my cream puff. The strawberries had no flavor. I took a few bites of dessert and was over the whole experience. My server did clearly offer a complimentary coffee though, which again, was insulting. From what I can tell, the kitchen never saw the mostly untouched food, due to my seat the bar. The server placed my dishes below the bar. However, he didn't ask any questions about why I didn't finish the dishes, so it must have been clear to him. I do wish the kitchen had been informed as well. I have never regretted a meal as much as the one I had at Scales. I was looking forward to a delicious dinner with a few glasses of wine. Instead, I left hungry and sad. Scales is a waste of time and money. It's a definite skip in Portland.

WOW. This lobster roll was incredible and with great views with the famous lighthouse. We got the…read moreMaine lobster roll 6oz since we were sharing and the clam chowder, also delicious. Quick and very nice service. They even gave treats to our dog.

Rating: 4.5 Came to…read moretry their lobster roll for dinner while visiting the portland head light as they have a shop located in the Fort Williams park. It's a small food truck located on the hill near the parking lot at the park. Parkings are available at the park itself. They offer few options for lobster rolls as well as other sandwiches like pulled pork and drinks as well as whoopie pie. We got 6oz maine style and wasabi mayo lobster rolls and blueberry soda and a whoopie pie. Lobster rolls were overflowing with lobster meat and paired with nicely buttered and toasted buns. They were both delicious but i actually liked the wasabi mayo version better personally.Blueberry soda was refreshing which is a brand i've had before from Maine that i like. Whoopie pie was pretty good even though i've never been that into them whenever i had them which is few. Service good and very quick. Our order came out within like 3 minutes. Overall the place was pretty good especially for touristic area like the Fort Williams park. It's be one of better lobster rolls we had in Maine. Price was pretty average for lobster rolls. Great place to stop by if you are in the portland head light/Fort Williams Park.