Highly recommend when in Maine! We stopped in as a last minute decision and one of our favorite spots we went to. The staff were very helpful figuring out what to order, there are so many choices so it was a little overwhelming! We loved if you wanted a lobster you could pick it out, many places we went didn't have that. Sitting right where boats were bringing in their catch was fun to watch and a nice casual environment! Have already let friends know this is a must stop on your next trip near Acadia! read more

Beal's Lobster Pier - Seafood Near Me - Southwest Harbor, Maine

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Nice location by the water and very friendly personnel ! Was blown away by the price though ! Soooo expensive. We had a lobster roll, fried lobster pieces and a lobster nachos. With 2 non alcoholic drinks that was $185.00 !!! Beware the MP tag ..... check !!!!! It was good but not worth the money !! read more

Beal's lobster pier was a huge hit on our trip to Maine. Right on the water, you walk up and order and they bring it to your table. The young man who took our order was very helpful and knowledgeable. Tables were spacious and overall atmosphere was laid back. I had the lemon butter lobster roll and my wife had the lobster ravioli. Both were delicious! Get yourself to Beal's!! read more

Beal's Lobster Pier - Outside - Seafood Near Me - Southwest Harbor, Maine

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Looking for a bite to eat within walking distance of my bed and breakfast, I found myself at Beal's lobster pier on a Monday night. The line was long, but it moved quickly and the service was fast and friendly. Since I had eaten a later lunch, I wasn't necessarily starving, but I did still want to enjoy some fresh lobster. I settled on the lobster bites which were deep-fried pieces of lobster, and a slice of blueberry cheesecake - because, when in Maine!! Talk about a decadent girl-dinner. The fried lobster bites were absolutely delicious and the accompanying dipping sauce was creamy and paired perfectly. The blueberry cheesecake had the perfect amount of blueberry while still maintaining the integrity of the cheesecake. Definitely one of my favorite dinners I had while visiting the area and would absolutely come back and visit Beal's lobster pier again. Bonus points for getting to enjoy a beautiful sunset on the pier while I had my meal. read more

Beal's Lobster Pier - Beautiful sunset from my table - Seafood Near Me - Southwest Harbor, Maine

Without a doubt, after visiting 8 different lobster roll spots up and down Maine - THE BEST ROLLS in the state. Absolutely incredibly views eating, quick service after you order at the counter. The lobster meat itself felt like it was caught 30 minutes prior the menu is a bit bigger than other spots they offer a lot of different sauces but I just went with the regular butter. It was so incredibly good. Perfect bun. Thick chunks of sweet lobster meat, a succulent claw. It was incredible. read more

Beal's Lobster Pier - Seafood Near Me - Southwest Harbor, Maine

We had lunch here yesterday and the food was so good we decided to come back for dinner tonight. We ordered a dozen oysters, lobster rolls, lobster Mac & cheese sandwhich, and a slice of blue berry pie. Everything was delicious! I also want to applaud the staff for the service, everyone was so nice and helpful! I highly recommend this spot! read more

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After looking at the options in and around the Bar harbor area, we saw great and consistent reviews (food and value) for Beals. We had already planned to be in Acadia National Park so this worked out well. Beals in located in the Southwest Harbor area of the park...not far from Bass Harbor and the Bass Harbor Lighthouse. We did stop by one our first day for mid-week dinner (late August) but there was a bit of a line so we delayed our visit for lunch the following the day. We arrived there around 12pm (They open at 11am) the following day and there were only a few people on line...which moves pretty fast by the way. There is a smaller parking lot with about 10 spaces immediately outside of Beals...but there is a larger area adjacent with spaces for another 20 vehicles. We did have to wait a few minutes before a space opened up despite the minimal crowd at Beals...I suspect parking during the peak (later in the afternoon/dinner) times is challenging and you may have to wait longer for space to become available. You wait on line and can view the clear and vast menu on the board. If you intend of having a fresh boiled lobster, a person there takes your order (the requested weight) and chooses a lobster from the tank right there. You then proceed to the register where you can add all of the other items including drinks. You pay and then make your way to your assigned table. (You can choose indoor/outdoor/shaded) We had a lobster (2lbs - ~$40), haddock and chips (~$24), shrimp and chips (~$24), corn, cornbread and chicken fingers (~$10). The food took about 20 minutes or so...which was great given that the food (and lobster) was made fresh to order. Everything was really good...everything! There is a small area where you can get utensils, condiments and take-home containers if desired. There is also a bar area where you can get additional drinks if desired. There are bathrooms in a separate small building just outside of Beals. Great views from the dock tables. All staff we encountered there were friendly and efficient. I did see what seemed to be management walking around checking to see if the patrons were okay at each table...which is always nice to see. I would highly recommend Beals to anyone in the Bar Harbor/Acadia looking for a seafood fix...great food at fair prices. read more

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beal's Lobster Pier was absolutely amazing! The lobster was so fresh -- literally came straight out of the water. Everything was organized perfectly, the staff was incredibly friendly, and there was no wait at all. Such a great local experience with delicious seafood and wonderful service. Beautiful view for sunset. Highly recommend if you're in the area! read more

Beal's Lobster Pier - Beal's lobster pier - Seafood Near Me - Southwest Harbor, Maine

Maine or Connecticut? Cold or warm? Mayo or butter? The answer is yes! I purchased a lobster roll pack (for 4) from Beal's Lobster Pier via Goldbelly. It came on my requested delivery date, still cold from ice packs, with soft rolls, a pack of lobster pieces, chips and mayo. We split the rolls and grilled them in butter, warmed up the lobster, then garnished with mayo. Delicious succulent and sweet lobster. Large pieces, no little tiny bits. Delicious! It felt like we were sitting on the pier in Southwest Harbor, feeling the saltwater breeze and hearing the creak of the moorings. Someday soon we'll take a trip to the East Coast and savor a lobster roll in person. 'Til then, this was an authentic and tasty way to experience it! read more

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Beal's was a very unique restaurant that I think is worth checking out if you're visiting MDI! I made a reservation in advance & received texts confirming we were still coming, however when we arrived the employee said they were understaffed by 15 for the night so that no one would be able to help us from the second floor upstairs area (where our table was). He offered us to sit in the main seating area which is picnic table style but couldn't guarantee we'd get a full table to ourselves (for 2 of us) but said we could still go to our table upstairs just that it'd be pretty empty. We decided to stick with the upstairs area & I personally liked that no one was up there I thought it was so cool that you could see the lobster right there as you ordered (you order at a counter then go to your table, something I didn't know before coming) and obviously it was all very fresh. I got the Impossible Burger & my boyfriend got a classic Maine style lobster roll (cold w/ mayo) since he had tried the warmed one the night prior. The food came out in about 10 minutes, the fries were very very good. My burger was decent, not knocking my socks out of the water but again that isn't what they're known for. My boyfriend said the lobster melted in his mouth and that they really packed the lobster in there, but that he preferred the warmed butter roll from the night prior. Just a preference thing! He did love their clam chowder, said it was sooooo good. Overall we enjoyed Beal's. It was super unique and a cool experience, and we'd recommend others come here and sit outside when it's a nice night as their decor and signs are very cool! read more

Beal's Lobster Pier - Impossible Burger w/ Sweet Potato Fries & Classic Maine Lobster Roll & Clam Chowder - Seafood Near Me - Southwest Harbor, Maine

This visit to Beal's was the culinary highlight of my trip the first week of October. The sweetest lobster I've ever had along with excellent steamer clams that were well prepared without a stitch of sand in them. I opted for the 1.5 lb lobster and added the Sternman, which included mussels or steamers, corn bread, a piece of corn and coleslaw. It was delicious. My husband does not eat seafood, so it is very important for us to find places that have landlubber options. He chose the mac & cheese, which is a very generous portion loaded with white cheddar cheese and bacon. He enjoyed it very much. Equally nice was the ambiance. While waiting for our food we were lucky enough to watch a fishing vessel pull up to the dock and off load to a waiting truck. Seafood can't get fresher than that. I would definitely visit again, if we are ever back in the area. Highly recommend! read more

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Very good but very expensive. Lobster was tasty but didn't love that when ordered whole, they pre-cut parts of it to make it easier to get to the meat but it made little pieces of shells that I had to pick out. You might be able opt out of getting it chopped up. The blueberry pie was insanely good. Definitely save room for that! The sides are pretty standard fare. I'd focus on the lobster and the dessert. read more

Sitting with water as a view is one of my favorite thing in the world and I couldn't ask for a better sunset view. Plenty of mussels in a pound to split for 2 people. Service was fast and food served hot. Lobster rolls was good, wish the garlic butter would have came already in it so it had time to soak but it was good and kept the bread from getting soggy. Lobster stew is ok, not nearly as good as a lobster bisque. You won't be mad you came for the view alone but you can get better lobster rolls and prices at other places. read more

Beal's Lobster Pier - Front of the restaurant - Seafood Near Me - Southwest Harbor, Maine

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We enjoyed Beal's our last day on the island. It was by far the best we ate. The ambiance is wonderful. Very laid back and friendly staff. Our food was outstanding!! I had the lobster grilled cheese. Wow, unbelievably delicious with huge chunks of lobster and soft melted cheese. My husband had lobster linguine which also full of lobster pieces. We shared blueberry pie with a scoop of blueberry icecream. Both are made by locals ( which I love supporting), both excellent as well . To top the evening off, we were blessed with a beautiful sunset. read more

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Delicious lobster rolls with dockside seating in Southwest Harbor - great lunch stop after exploring Acadia National Park (recommend if you're visiting Bass Harbor Lighthouse). You order up at the counter and are assigned a table where food is brought out to you. We ordered the traditional (hot butter) and classic (chilled mayo) lobster rolls which came with a pickle and bag of local chips. The rolls are packed with lobster and the brioche bread is so buttery and delicious. I am excited to find out that they do nationwide shipping so that we can hopefully recreate these delicious lobster rolls at home! read more

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Return visit after about 5 years. Keeps getting better. First- don't worry about the line. you pick out your lobster and pay in advance. Served quickly to your sea side picnic table. Second- the lobster is perfectly cooked and cracked. Easy to eat! Third- have the onion rings. Service terrific. read more

Beal's Lobster Pier - Happy Ladies. - Seafood Near Me - Southwest Harbor, Maine

Blueberry pie is delicious with the homemade blueberry ice cream- only complaint is that the price is steep for the size truly. Service is fast and vibe is so cute on the water. Though its small its soo worth it to try tbh so dont skip it read more

Beal's Lobster Pier - Blueberry pie - Seafood Near Me - Southwest Harbor, Maine

Amazing food, super friendly staff. My mom and I came on vacation and drove quite a while to get here -- totally worth it! We got two different types of lobster rolls. They were reasonably priced and the outdoor seating is amazing. You can really feel the care and history in the atmosphere. read more

Pier to Peer Year-round working fishing pier located in Southwest Harbor that's been in operation since 1932. The Good: *Nationwide delivery of lobstah to your front door. *You're actually eating at a working lobster pier, so it's fun to sit back and watch the boys bring in their catch as you eat. *Superlative outdoor dining right on the water. *Fast casual order at the counter and then they bring it out to you. *Service was exceptional *Tons of local brews on-tap *The lobstah roll was spectacular and honestly it doesn't get any fresher than Beal's. You can see the freshly caught lobstah as you walk in. *Both sweet potato fries and the regular fries were handmade and delicious. *Blueberry pie was tasty and worth the calories. The Meh: *Seasonal business; usually beginning of May to late October but check first! The Ugly: *Parking is a real bitch here as previously mentioned this is a working harbor, it wasn't really designed to have a lot of cars parked there. Conclusion: We saved the best for last as this was the best lobstah roll we had on our trip and maybe the best ever??? read more

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We made a reservation for a group of 4. As soon as we walked up we realized making reservations was a great idea. This place is popular! We were greeted immediately. Our server introduced herself walked us to our table and introduced us to her husband who was also going to work with us. The view from our table was awesome. We started with a couple of blueberry martinis. Delicious! For our appetizer we ordered the lobster nachos. WOW!!! Big pieces of fresh lobster were scattered throughout the nachos. The portion was huge, but we still gobbled it all up because it was that good! With nachos we had oysters. So fresh and good! We then ordered different lobster rolls. We tried the standard, firecracker, and the honey butter. Each came with a bag of Maine made potato chips. The rolls were perfect! Even though we were all full we couldn't resist trying the homemade blueberry pie and blueberry ice cream. We split one order. The portion wasn't very big, but we didn't mind too much because we were all so full. (But for $9 a slice, the slice could have been a little bigger) We left so full and happy. Service, food, and ambiance were outstanding! read more

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Ended up here after realizing another lobster place was closed- but it did not disappoint. Stand in line to make your order and they sit you from there- which is interesting. They have a variety outside to order drinks while you wait. They have so many options- but we got their lobster rolls. I think I got the wrong sauce on mine, but it was actually pretty good! Lots of drink options. read more

This place has become much more popular. It the food is even better. And the service is great. A must visit while in Bar Harbor.

Great atmosphere. Food is way overpriced for what it is. Overall good experience the food is a little to be desired but I guess you're paying for the atmosphere read more

I didn't think I liked lobster rolls. It turns out I just hadn't had a good one. We were staying down the road from this place while in Acadia and we wanted sandwiches to take hiking with us, so we had the great idea to see if they could put the meat on the side and let us construct the sandwiches the next day on a hike. It was phenomenal. Somewhat obviously, the mayo-based sandwiches, which are supposed to be served cold were better than the lemon-butter ones which were supposed to be hot, but it was all fantastic. The wait to order was longer than I'd wish, but not the end of the world. The sandwiches were good enough that we came back to eat dinner the next day and also got some to go for our way back the airport. We wound up eating more than 3 lbs of lobster over 3 meals in a 48-hour period and probably being a bit burnt out of lobster, but I now know what a real lobster rolls should be. Just a note on price, the prices are high, but I also think it's pretty much the going price for good lobster. read more

Beal's Lobster Pier - Eating a Beal's lobster rolls at the top of the Beehive. You can ask them to put the meat on the side and easily save it for the next day. - Seafood Near Me - Southwest Harbor, Maine

Saw good reviews online for this so decided to check it out with friends. Walk up to counter to pick out your lobster and any other items, then you can get seated inside or outdoors. I got a 1.6 lb lobster which was definitely a good sized lobster. Lobster was super fresh, however the crab roll was sub par and was cold and stringy. Mussels and clams were both good though. Blueberry pie was also solid at the end! read more

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The smartest thing we did was getting there just as they open, on a weekday. My husband loved his lobster roll. I felt that the lobster was a bit too chewy for me. Additionally, the lobster is far more expensive than other restaurants. Two lobster rolls and a beer almost 100 bucks. Cute bartender Dan! read more

Beal's Lobster Pier - Seafood Near Me - Southwest Harbor, Maine

We came to Beal's Lobster once they opened at 11am because there is limited parking. This is the first place we tried a warm lobster Roll on our Acadia trip, and we were able to be seated with a pier view. There was a light breeze and sunny, so it was pleasant eating outside. Lemon Butter Jumbo (6oz - $44.99) Lobster Roll was delicious. Be aware the butter will cause the roll to be soggy, but it wass still so good! Pan seared scallop appetizer ($18.99) was a small portion and tasted just okay. Onion rings (Small - $5.99) were big, but were overly crisped and dry. Corn bread ($2.99) was quite dry. Overall, come for the lobster and the view. Staff was friendly. read more

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The saving grace was the drink. The cocktail was great. $69 for a garlic lovers lobster roll, an appetizer of firecracker shrimp and the drink- not horrible, but you expect good food. Ok... so you expect to spend money ordering lobster, but the photo shows the size of the plate for $13 worth of firecracker shrimp. I got 7 plain shrimp not tossed and served with cocktail sauce. When I asked about the order, they said that this is not the side of shrimp ($7), but that it's the firecracker. Apparently... firecracker sauce is $5 more for the same size not tossed. Ok... then the lobster roll. Idk if this too was messed up, but there was zero garlic taste. The lobster was so bland... I had to ask for a side of garlic butter. I see other pictures where the lobster looks so buttery and delicious. Maybe it was a bad day, but I've had better lobster from the Maine food truck in.... Colorado. I think I was supposed to get a corn... not sure, but did not get that either. read more

Beal's Lobster Pier - The size of the appetizer shrimp. - Seafood Near Me - Southwest Harbor, Maine

If you're looking for the best lobster roll and cheeseburger, look no further than Beal's. During a recent trip with friends, we were growing tired of the same food options at different restaurants. Thankfully, the owner of our inn recommended Beal's--and it was easily the best suggestion we've had in a long time. The lobster roll, served with butter only, was hands-down the best we've had out of the 14 we tried on this trip. The freshness and flavor were unmatched. On top of that, I ordered a cheeseburger topped with lobster meat, and it was, without a doubt, the best cheeseburger I've ever tasted. Though Beal's is a bit off the beaten path and can get crowded quickly, it's well worth the trip. Take the time to go--you won't be disappointed. read more

Beal's Lobster Pier - Beals take on surf and turf. - Seafood Near Me - Southwest Harbor, Maine

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Very good, great spot, fresh, tasty Nice sunset while eating. Def more elaborate menu than most of the lobsta competitors read more

Beal's Lobster Pier - Seafood Near Me - Southwest Harbor, Maine

We really enjoyed our meal and the view was amazing at sunset. We were in town celebrating my husband's birthday and a local friend recommended Beal's. We had a whole lobster with corn on the cob and cornbread. We also ordered the blackened seared scallops, which were perfectly cooked and delicious. It's a bit pricey but so is everything else in the area. read more

I loved this place! The menu is extensive and it's run like a well oiled machine. The atmosphere is fun and there are employees everywhere. You place your order, pay and then they tell you what table to go to and then your food is brought to you. I ordered the lobster ravioli and my husband ordered a lobster roll and we shared. The ravioli was spectacular! I really didn't want to share but I had promised I would. Tons of lobster and the flavor was great. I enjoyed the lobster roll as well, as it was yummy goodness. Would highly recommend coming here!! read more

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Lobster rolls just with butter and warm with fries and a soda set the start for summer. The drive beautiful to as well as the service excellent. read more

Most of the Food sides (fries, onion rings, pickle chips were cold. Not a warm ambiance. Felt like a dining hall. Service was pleasant but stiff. read more

Beal's never disappoints. With a great location right on the water next to the Coast Guard station, you can choose to have your picnic style lunch or dinner at the outside picnic tables in front, or if there are only 1 or 2 of you (hint hint) at a high top on the pier in the back. Stand in line and order at the counter, get your number, grab a table, and your food comes out promptly. This is not fine dining! It's a really big lobster shack - an experience all it's own. Great selection on the menu - including grilled options in addition to the standard fried seafood. Pick your lobster from the tanks right in front of you as you order- priced by the lb, at $20/lb- and they steam it fresh for you. For the faint of heart or unfamiliar with cleaning a lobster, both lobster and crab rolls are good. I had the blackened fish burger and a side of grilled shrimp with coleslaw on my last visit and all were super fresh, excellent, and reasonably priced. Dont forget to check the local papers for a 10% off coupon. read more

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Sold out of a lot of stuff bc end of season! But fast, friendly service & great lobster! Sangria was great! read more

Beal's Lobster Pier - Fall Red Sangria - Seafood Near Me - Southwest Harbor, Maine

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Wonderful sunset. Friendly staff. Great food. The best we had in the area. Nachos to die for!! Dog friendly even in the covered area with heat source!! Will travel back just to eat here! read more

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We found this sort of by mistake! We were on the west side of Acadia, visiting the Bass Harbor Light House. Made a quick search on Yelp for water front restaurants and Beal's came up. You order at the counter, then they give you a table number. You pick up your drinks from the bar and head to your table. Service and staff was great! I'm not a huge seafood lover, so I had the kids grilled cheese - so big and lots of fries. I couldn't finish it all. My husband had the lobster roll and said it was very good! It's a little pricey here but worth it. read more

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My 1st meal last weekend on a solo trip to Acadia with my pup landed us at Beal's! What a great choice. Outdoor, beautiful weather and, what else, lobster! My lobster roll (the reg size) was plentiful and the roll was perfectly toasted. My only complaint was that my onion rings were a little overdone and semi warm. I ate them anyway and I know how delicious they would have been if they were hot! A great beverage selection but I had to go with my summer favorite- Blueberry Ale. The staff was aweome and friendly and the wait wasn't horrible for a very busy weekend on the island. Would definitely return & recommend to friends. read more

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Perfect lobster spot. Best steamers I ever had I think. Try the Lobster Mary only $4 for a couple sweet claws... Service was a bit slow and long lines on a Wednesday at noon .. but not so bad. Price was good. Parking was difficult. If you don't get lucky with a spot right there it's a 15 minute walk... read more

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