Such a cute place! We went two nights in a row, during the off-season. We called to make reservations, and a person (not a computer) took the reservations. Service was very friendly. The food was fantastic, fresh and flavorful. Dessert was amazing, a perfect end to the meal. read more

I've been coming to peaks island for 25 years and I have never once been to any restaurant that continually gets worse to the point of food being inedible while they continue raising their prices. For the first time ever not a single person at our table had more than two bites of their food because of how bland and texturally dreadful everything was. I genuinely do not understand how that can happen, my best guess is they raise their prices to make up for the customers they lose for cutting costs in food quality instead of just improving the quality of their product. Either way, I've been coming here constantly for a quarter century and I can confidently say the food/prices have genuinely gone past the point of no return and I will NEVER be back. read more

The Cockeyed Gull is a treat for my wife and I when we're spending time on Peaks Island. We particularly love when we get the chance to sit on the deck and watch the sunset (truly isn't a better place to enjoy some light fare and a bottle of wine). The staff is friendly and the kitchen always whips up something fantastic! In particular the bulgogi wraps and bowl are to die for! The price is typically a bit higher than comparable food on the mainland but you have to factor in that this is a treat you're enjoying on an island and that comes with an acceptable cost premium, in my opinion! read more

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If you're an Islander(as I am) visiting, or coming over for the day, there is a new item...the seaweed salad. Wow!!! It is extraordinarily delicious and a must try!!! read more

Had a really nice dinner here and enjoyed all about it. Got a table without problem, which during busy Peaks Island summers is not always guaranteed. We shared a house salad which had an unexpected oriental dressing on it. Nice flavor we both enjoyed, just different than anticipated. Husband got the pork chop topped with bacon jam and it was beautifully finished. The potato pancake was a lovely accompaniment to the chop. I had the Bulgogi Bowl and enjoyed it. Would have benefited from a bit more spice, but nice flavors in the meal. Ambiance is great, price was just under $100 for the two with one beer. read more

Cockeyed Gull - Pork chop with potato pancake - Seafood Near Me - Peaks Island, Maine

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From the moment we walked in it was an issue of overloading the kitchen, mind you it only had 6 tables outside and the bar was open. We weren't in any hurry and sat at the bar. The bartender said he could only offer us beer and wine at the time because everyone outside wanted drinks. Then it was our turn to order and he said if anybody orders a drink more than three ingredients he would be pissed. Who does that? Negative environment and would not recommend this place Service sucked!! I'd say could give it a zero rating I would. read more

It's a small place and you really need a reservation, but the food is fabulous. The carrot cake is fantastic, and the Korean influences make it special. read more

Outstanding experience (thank you, Christian). Wonderful food, drink selection and service. Not to be missed. This was my first trip to Peak's island and I would comeback to spend time on the wonderful deck, watching the sunset with dear friends. read more

Just got back from dinner at the Cockeyed Gull. It really is a solid place to eat. First, the service. Jack waited on us tonight and he is one of the best waiters we have had in a long time. Very friendly, well-spoken and helpful. He looks just like a friend of ours and Jack even agreed to let us take a picture of him so we could send our friend. Very good server! We started out with a Caesar Salad. Very good. The dressing was light but tangy. The anchovies were plentiful. Good way to start! We both got the almond & parmesan crusted haddock. Let me tell you, this dish was great! I don't think I have ever had a fish with better breading. It retained its dryness and flavor - did not get oily or soak up the other flavors on the dish. Well done! Even the accompaniments (zucchini & broccoli) were nicely done. The whole dish was tied together with a nice miso sauce. Both of our plates were empty at the end of our meal. Cockeyed Gull has historically had some bad reviews over the years but I really think that is in the past. For the last several years, the food has been consistently good, the service has been consistently good and the dining experience has been very good. I now recommend the Cockeyed Gull as a very good place on Peaks Island! PS - if Jack is working, be sure to sit at his table! read more

Great food and staff! Ordered a scallop appetizer that was on the list of specials. It was delicious. Also ordered the Beef Bulgogi bowl, which was also wonderful. Good place for small groups. read more

Cockeyed Gull - Scallop appetizer - Seafood Near Me - Peaks Island, Maine

I haven't been here in years, but we stumbled in yesterday after drinking wine on a deck overlooking the ocean and it was heavenly. My companions had the almond crusted haddock and a meat bowl, I enjoyed the shrimp scampi. It was really very good, maybe a bit heavy with the sun-dried tomatoes but awesome. We washed it all down with a fabulous wine and chased our great lunch with a piece of homemade Boston Cream pie! I cannot wait to go back and try additional dishes. Our waiter, Jack, was wonderful, prices are very reasonable. read more

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Have to update my review for this spot after spending two nights on the island and eating here twice. The food was AWESOME this time. We have various dishes, with my wife having perfectly cooked salmon and on our final dinner there I had the Beef Bulgogi, which rocked, think Asian fusion. Additionally, the margarita was excellent. The service was great, very attentive, and the prices seemed much more reasonable this time around. I will 100% come back here read more

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Let me start off by saying that coming to Peaks Island during the off season was not the best idea. We didn't realize that the whole island was pretty much shut down, save for a few businesses that were open. The Cockeyed Gull being one of them. It was a particularly cold and blustery day on the island. Trying our hardest to find some respite from the cold, we walked into the grocery store that was next door and grabbed some coffees, not realizing this spot was open. They were cool about us bringing in our coffee. I love the view from here. Nice little space to keep warm while watching the winds out on the water. The waitress who served us was super nice. She knew we were sitting around to kill time so she was fine with us hanging out. We ordered the crab cakes as a starter. This was really good! Hubs got the clam chowder which he liked - I loved the shrimp tacos!! The shrimp were very fresh and plump. I got a Murphy's to drink while waiting around. We also managed to squeeze in dessert. The waitress recommended the carrot cake. It was super delicious!! This place definitely deserves 5 stars. read more

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This restaurant has terrible service and a very rude staff. We arrived and were greeted by a rude, incompetent, apathetic host. After limping down to the restaurant on a sprained knee, I asked for a table and he said he was "full" for the night, but when we looked inside there were over 10 completely empty tables inside and out. We asked why it was empty and he said oh they're coming in the next 30 minutes. Unless 100 people were about to show up, he was about to do no business tonight. The man didn't even offer takeout or for us to make a reservation for the next day. If I could give this dump 0 stars I would. Do yourself a favor and go to island lobster company instead, they had amazing food and service. Edit: you might want to take a look at the scathing reply the owner of this restaurant sent to me accusing me of being drunk. I don't even drink which is what makes this laughable, and he also called us loud and obnoxious when we didn't say anything rude to them at all. To try to discredit my review by saying oh I never ate there so it doesn't matter is one of the dumbest excuses I've ever heard. Service to me is just as important as the actual food in a dining experience. If he was as bold as he acts in private messages, he would have posted this reply for everyone to see. So I'll do him a favor and post it for him. read more

Cockeyed Gull - How Gary treats customers - Seafood Near Me - Peaks Island, Maine

Wonderful experience! Great menu. We got there at 4:15, sat on the deck and stayed for sundown by 5:45. The haddock and the lobster pasta both lived up to Yelper reviews. As did the carrot cake. Jake was amazing - funny and works hard to take care of everyone be it pre-ferry or those staying on island. We will be back tom read more

Cockeyed Gull - the sun setting over the water - Seafood Near Me - Peaks Island, Maine

Unaccommodating to simple requests, that we would have gladly paid extra for. We were told the chef "gets very mad." This was in response to asking for a side of avocado. Insane. Maybe they need a new chef or a less toxic work environment. read more

A small restaurant on Peaks Island! What a gem it is. The view that you get by seating outside on their patio over looking the island is breath taking. I wish I took pictures. But seating there on a nice summer day with a glass of wine and watching the sunset with your special someone nothing can beat that. Their food is so amazingly good and the lamb pops was awesome. I'm never a fan of lamb because it's usually too gamey for me but not here. You can't even taste it at all it melts right in your mouth. read more

Cockeyed Gull - Salmon over Roman lettuce salad - Seafood Near Me - Peaks Island, Maine

Overpriced food, small portions and snarky service. If you are looking for better food, better service and more outdoor space I highly suggest eating at the Inn at Peaks which is just right up the road. A lobster roll is around 30 dollars which is way more than it should be. My friend and I split an order of shrimp tacos and scallops. I don't remember exact prices, but I do remember receiving tiny portions and spending way more than I should. With a glass of wine lunch came to around 40 PP, and we still left hungry. Service was incredibly slow, and it just seems like the type of spot where the staff does not feel the need to go out of their way for anyone. read more

Great stop for a nice cold beer. Always a great go to spot. Family owned and island proud! read more

Cockeyed Gull - Stop by for a pint or two and a tapa..crab cake was spot on! - Seafood Near Me - Peaks Island, Maine

Had a delightful dinner last night with my wife. We live on Peaks close to this restaurant, and meals here are always a treat. The owner is Korean, and the occasional Korean specialties on her menu are especially welcome. I can't remember a mediocre or bad meal here -- ever. Everything about our experience was great -- food, service, view, and more. It began to get a bit chilly sitting out on their perfect deck, but, how much can we ask for -- we're in Maine! Highly recommended! read more

Cockeyed Gull - Seafood Near Me - Peaks Island, Maine

We had a fantastic dinner at Cockeyed Gull for our anniversary! A good friend of mine is working there for the summer and when I was stumped on where to go for our anniversary, she suggested coming here. It's like a getaway except it's only a 20 - 25 min ferry ride from Portland! I called on Labor Day and snagged us a table for that evening at 6pm. I was told the dinner menu is much different from the lunch menu (which I've never had).We got a table for 6pm and took the 530pm ferry out of Portland. It was a lovely boat ride and the Cockeyed Gull is just steps away from the ferry dock, to the left. We got a spot on the deck (prime spot according to the wait staff!) in the corner. We watched the sun set and enjoyed some beer and wine. The dinner menu is Asian influenced. The owner and her son, who works there, have created a really unique fusion menu for guests! I overheard a couple of folks being worried it was too "spicy" for them because they're used to old school mashed potatoes. I however LOVED the menu. We started off with the lobster and edamame fritters with a spicy dipping sauce. Generous portions of lobster in these for just an app! They were very good and there were way more of them then we expected. For dinner I ordered the asian style lamb chops with bok choy, slaw and potato wedges. The wedges were browned perfectly on the outside and you could soak up the sauce with them. The lamb was cooked medium, just like I asked. Very tender. My husband ordered the hangar steak, medium with wasabi mashed potatoes, ginger pop-over (SO GOOD) and bok choy. The ginger pop-over had just enough ginger, not too much. We were too stuffed to get desert at the end but we we stayed just long enough to finish as the sun went down. We took the 7:45pm ferry back to Portland. It was a beautiful night! If we get more good weather this fall, I encourage Portlanders to take the ferry over to the Cockeyed Gull for dinner. Small town / island life just steps away from bustling Commercial Street! read more

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I almost never leave reviews. But this place is a hidden gem. From the service to (and especially so) the food. If you're visiting Portland, Maine, get on the boat to point island and get in this truly mom and pops shop. Jack was great, this man went to lengths to look up what the hell capers were for us when we could've just googled it. Oh and the steak? The scallops? You're gonna need a cigarette afterwards. This was amazing read more

We enjoyed the view on the deck and the service was great Now to the best part The food was excellent with the seafood chowder as a starter We all had entrees and they all were good Would recommend to anyone read more

What a perfect little place to grab lunch on the island. It opened at 3:30, so we ate a late lunch but the views were perfect and the place is too cute. Food was good - loved it . read more

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It's the only place open this time of year. After a great day of Yelp Help service we took a tour around the island. It was a great day. We worked hard today and made some new friends along the way. So having a beer was in demand and we had time before the ferry. So happy to see it was open. Good size place. Not sure about the food but for a quick beer it is fine. A bit pricey but nice place to connect with others. Easy access to the ferry too. read more

The individuals who work here are the sweetest and so welcoming - such great service. Great little deck overlooking the water and excellent food. The kind of place we head to Peaks Island just to go to dinner at and come back read more

I've been back a couple more times since a previous bad experience. The several experiences are still varied, but a recent trip was much better. I really enjoyed the food we had, and the server was much more hospitable than past experiences with others. I have updated to a higher star rating to reflect an rough average of the experiences, but the most recent trip was 4+ stars. Nice job y'all. I'll have to be back again. read more

We got wine and the seafood stew. The stew was good but not the best I've had. The atmosphere is very nice with a nice outdoor deck overlooking the water. read more

Cockeyed Gull - Seafood stew - Seafood Near Me - Peaks Island, Maine

Service was swift and kind. The "pink pasta" (creamy tomato basil sauce with Parmesan) was so good! So warm and soft! My new favorite comfort food. The view is incredible, and I'm already planning my next visit. read more

I'd say this place is pretty perfect for what it is. The service was fine, the view was gorgeous, the atmosphere was bright and friendly, and the food was outstanding and fresh. We both ordered the appetizer specials -- the butternut squash soup was perfectly spiced and creamy, and the green bean with feta and balsamic salad was super fresh and tasty. My husband had the fried calamari and I had the crab cakes...so lotsa fried food, but I was totally surprised by how light everything was. The calamari looked like it was fried in a tempura batter. Yum. My only complaint is that they had just one beer on tap -- Hoegaarden. I happen to like Hoegaarden, but was hoping to try a local brew like Shipyards or Allagash. Definitely stop by this place if you happen to venture out to this cute little island! read more

Cockeyed Gull - calamari and crabcakes - Seafood Near Me - Peaks Island, Maine

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Yep. The service is as bad as everyone reports. 6 people working but the bar tender is taking phone orders while leaving my half poured beer to sit while he recites a lengthy of cheese options. Definitely a stop of last resot read more

What a quaint adorable place the view is impeccable! Great variety of food menu! And beer! Will be back Thank you read more

Crab cakes were excellent, burger was good, side salad was refreshing. Sitting outdoors offers a "breeze that licks your lips" (as said by the stranger at the table next to us) and a view of Portland. It's spoiling to dine outdoors with the incoming sailboats and dogs jogging up and down the rocky beachfront. Be warned: the kayaks are will tempt you. They are in plain sight of the restaurant's view. read more

Cockeyed Gull - View from our table outside - Seafood Near Me - Peaks Island, Maine

Went to Peaks for the afternoon. Someone on the ferry over recommended we eat here. Great choice. We sat on the deck and enjoyed watching the activity on the water. Great food. Friendly staff. Reasonable prices. We will be back!! read more

Great service, great food and food presented very well. Service was fast and friendly. If you go, make sure you go for dinner to enjoy the sun setting over Portland. read more

Cockeyed Gull - View of Portland from Peaks Island - Seafood Near Me - Peaks Island, Maine

The shrimp tacos are the bomb!! Beautiful outdoor eating patio. Lobster roll was also good. read more

Cockeyed Gull - Great patio view - Seafood Near Me - Peaks Island, Maine

We only stopped in for a few cold beers. Did meet some locals sitting at the bar, which is always a treat. Bartender was the soft silent type, but we made the best of it. We did not eat here, although the back deck had a nice inviting breeze. Worth a squeak stop no doubt read more

Cockeyed Gull - Seafood Near Me - Peaks Island, Maine

Great food and great setting! One of our favorite spots to enjoy drinks and/or dinner on the deck and watch the sunset. You can't go wrong with any special or entree selection. The Dark & Stormy was particularly refreshing. read more

Talk about don't judge a book by it's cover. It looks like a little hole in the wall that I probably would not normally have noticed, until my husband saw that bomb ass garden is n the back. The kitchen can throw down. Everything on the drink menu seemed very carefully picked. I definitely dug the omage to the Korean owner, but it not necessarily having to take over the whole menu. We have been in Portland about 4 days now. This is hands down the best food we've had here yet. read more

We had dinner last week and it was fantastic. The smoked salmon appetizer was awesome and I had sesame crusted salmon that was one of the best salmon dinners that I've ever had at a restaurant. Fish and chips were totally enjoyed by my husband! We are looking forward to getting back there soon!!! Thank you! read more