We hired Foster's Clambake and Catering for our wedding reception and rehearsal dinner and could not have been happier with the food, the service, and the experience! Roxanne, Michelle, and their crew are an absolute dream to work with. They were helpful and responsive in every step of the process, from selecting menu items to accomodating dietary restrictions to their impeccable and professional presentation. Their culinary creations are delicious and their menu options are expansive. With Foster's, we were able to stay comfortably within our budget without having to restrict our choices. We selected family-style presentation for our reception and the portions were more than generous. Our guests have not stopped raving about the food since the wedding. Foster's is incredible and we cannot recommend them enthusiastically enough! read more

So, I guess instead of being a "restaurant", this is more of an event space. Came here with 40ish other folks we were traveling through the area with. I ordered their lobster and it was GREAT! No specialty cocktails to speak of, but they had a moderately well stocked bar. Service was good, though it took longer to get our meals than I was expecting. They do what they do well. read more

Foster's Clambakes and Catering - Caterers Near Me - York, Maine

Great venue, good food. Long upholding the important tradition of a Maine Lobetser/Clambake.

Not familiar with the restaurant, Fosters Event Planning Coordinator assisted me with my family reunion planning for quantities, offering suggestions and the food was delicious and carefully packaged for pickup. Thanks again! read more

4 of us came here for my wife's birthday. First I have to say that the staff was amazing and George made a special effort for my wife's birthday. The place itself is amazing. Both indoor and outdoor seating and they can accommodate large groups. They did have a tour bus there while we were there. The food was amazing. The clam chowder was excellent, very fresh and the clams were tender. The steamer clams and mussels were great. My wife doesn't care for clams so more for me!! The lobster was the freshest and best tasting lobster I ever had. Had a whole lobster the night before in Portsmouth, NH. No comparison. If you want the legit clambake experience, this is must do. read more

I went to the clambake today with a large group. It was good, not the best clambake I have been to, but good. The room was festive and the service was great. read more

The food was great and the customer service is perfect during COVID. They not only sanitize thoroughly but take the importance of social distancing seriously. Tables are well spaced out and there is tons of room throughout to ensure no one is too close even when eating. The lobster roll is yummy and I highly suggest the corn bread and the coleslaw is also delicious. This restaurant is very child friendly which is a plus for families with young kids. And yes they have hot dogs for picky eaters. read more

We wanted a fun and casual wedding and that's what we got! Garrison and Beth were so easy and flexible to work with and made sure everything ran smoothly. You don't need a wedding planner with these two! The food was absolutely delicious and it was so fun to have the crowd spill out to the outdoor space. Would not have changed a single thing as everything was perfect. Our guests are still raving and many people told me it was the best wedding they had ever been to. I'd give them 100 stars if I could. Thanks so much! read more

Being a New Englander I am very fussy about my seafood being cooked just right.Fosters Lobster Bake was excellent and done to perfection.The staff worked hard to make sure everyone was well taken care of . read more

We recently hosted a rehearsal dinner for our Son's wedding. Since the vast majority of the guest were not from Maine I wanted to give them a classic shore dinner experience. Fosters delivered! Food, service and importantly the coordination of everything before through completion was smooth and perfect! read more

Foster's catered a family dinner at a house we rented in Nubble. They served smoked chicken with a delicious homeade bbq sauce (exquisite). They also delivered a tasty arugula and watermelon salad. There was homeade mac and cheese that was perfect for people who don't necessarily care for complicated food (I ate a lot of it) and then there were the steamers that were insanely perfect. Just tasty and hot and fresh. Finally, let's talk about the clam chowder. To me, the best clam chowder I've ever had in my entire life and clam chowder is my favorite soup. Everyone agreed the clam chowder was the best they've ever had. We think that when we do this again in 2 years, we might just do all clam chowder :) That being said, the chicken was probably some of the best smoked pulled chicken I've ever had. I can't believe the amount of flavor in it. Clearly from all of the reviews this place has been a hit for a long time. We'll be back. read more

Dennis and I attended a birthday party for our friend Priscilla's 80th Birthday. Foster's Clambake was hired to cater the meal for about 50 friends and family members. We had a wonderful meal of clam chowder, mussels and steamers, lobster with drawn butter, corn on the cob, boiled red potatoes and onions, rolls, and blueberry cake. The caterer sent 3 young women who did a fantastic job setting up, serving and cleaning up. Everyone ate well and had a wonderful time at the party. read more

I spent the week in York Harbor with my family (of 20!) and we had two dinners catered by Fosters. They were both fantastic. One night we ordered barbecue and assorted salads and everything was outstanding...ribs, brisket and barbecue chicken. The barbecue sauce is definitely homemade and classic. Then we ordered the clam bake for 20 people, steamers, chowder, lobster...everything was expertly packaged and served piping hot. This is a meal I will never forget. In addition to exceptional food, the staff was so lovely to work with. I can't wait to go back. read more

I came in 4 times this Fall with our foliage bus tour group and each time our group enjoyed the experience. From the DJing of Layton, to the tremendous service by their attentive staff, this Maine experience was a real treat for our tour guests. Nothing says Maine more than a lobster dinner! We hope to return next year for another season of great meals and entertainment! Special thanks to the crew last night for our final group of the season: Layton, Lisa, Jenna, Max, Hayden, Sam and Katie! read more

Foster's Clambakes and Catering - Caravan Tour Fall Foliage group on October 29, 2016. - Caterers Near Me - York, Maine

Came here on a Business Trip Outing Clambakes are us! So... great. Fresh seafood, HOT! Well cooked, super seasonal and delicious! So great. Loved every second of being here. Nice waitstaff. Yummy steamed Lobbies (lobster's). read more

Every year I attend the volunteer brunch for York Hospital volunteers at Foster's. And every year for the past five years the food has been excellent, the atmosphere is amazing, the staff are friendly and fun and I always have a great time. I look forward to this event every year - good food, good times, and a chance to social with my fellow volunteers! read more

My wife, kids and I stopped in here one night since covid19 had started. I'm not sure of the history of this restaurant. But if they were only doing large functions before covid19 and now they are doing restaurant style service due to no more large events because of covid19. I must say another success story of how local businesses are adapting and surviving due to covid19!!! Our hats off to you and your staff what a great experience! You guys are doing great and please keep it up!! From the two awesome women working the counter to the young bus boy that caters to your every need. We had two BBQ rib and chicken meals. They were perfect and we had two cups of the BEST clam chowder I have had in my 20 plus years on the east coast. Thank you so very much and we will be back forsure!!!!! read more

So....who had the BEST lobster roll in the world today? Oh yeah, that's right--me!! My son and I decided to try and find a place on our way back to upstate New York after staying near Portland Maine and we stumbled on Fosters after trying to deal with all the mayhem close to the shore. What to love: cleaning protocols during covid 19. The fact that every staff member was wearing a mask. Outdoor dining tables set up with umbrellas over them to prevent the hot sun from being too intense. And I bet now you're wondering hey but what about the lobster roll? First let me say that I've never considered myself a lobster roll expert. But lately it's been the itch that I'm scratching. We determined that we were going to try and find the most delicious lobster roll on our way out of Maine, and we did find it. After humming down a cold and tasteless lobster roll in the heart of Portland the other night, we stopped at Fosters hoping for more. We perked up as soon as we saw the options--a traditional Mayo based lobster roll OR a brown butter and chive lobster roll. First of all, a rhetorical question: is there such a thing as too much butter? My answer would be most of the time, no. And as regards the browned butter lobster roll at Foster's, it was stupendous! The roll itself was lovely, warm, and toasted perfectly. It had a slight sweetness to it and had an excellent texture--not too dry, not too doughy. But the lobstah--woo hoo! Dripping with the nuttiness of browned butter, spiked with snippets of green chives, and a pile of cooked-just-right lobster meat, including one whole shelled claw sitting on top. I usually try to leave some of my meal behind just so I don't overeat, but this time I ate the whole thing! I will say that I left the homemade potato chips behind. A little too thick, and a little too much oil, but who cares with a lobster roll that officially ended our vacation with a five-star review? There was also a lovely fresh kale and broccoli slaw that came with the meal. it was light and crunchy, a little bit sweet and tangy and just right to go along with the meal and cut the richness. I think we managed to hit the timing of our meal just right because we did not have to wait for a table or for our meal, but once business picks up after the covid-19 crisis eases, watch out! I can't imagine it's normally easy to get a table at this place. But even if you had to wait, it would be worth it! Say it after me: browned butter and chive lobster roll. Doesn't get any better than that. read more

Foster's Clambakes and Catering - A close up of the delectable Browned Butter n' Chive Lobster Roll--,yumadelic! - Caterers Near Me - York, Maine

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We had our wedding rehearsal dinner at Fosters. We aren't from the area, and were not familiar with the place ahead of time. Everything was perfect. Devon was so accommodating. She made sure everything was perfect, from set-up to timing, food and bar. There's plenty of parking. The venue is rustic, clean and spacious. I highly recommend Fosters Clambakes and Catering. read more

Thank you so much @FostersClambake for being integral to the success of our event. We had never done an event of this size before and your staff was so helpful and accommodating from the beginning stages of planning. The venue is beautiful just by itself, but the little touches you helped with and the delicious food really made it such a special night. We are so grateful for your partnership with us and look forward to our next event with you! Sincerely, The Thrive New England Team read more

We were on the way to Acadia and stopped here for a late evening meal. We were lucky enough to be the only ones there so naturally the service was excellent - a young man was so helpful and even offered to break up the lobster for us. The lobster roll was the best we've ever had and I've had hundreds from all over the country and specifically NY which is the undisputed mecca of food. The green & grains bowl was heavenly. This place was so good we came back on the way home as well. Highly recommend it. read more

Foster's Clambakes and Catering - Best lobster roll & greens and grains bowl - Caterers Near Me - York, Maine

We were beyond pleased having Foster's cater our daughters wedding. They were so helpful, courteous, and the food was amazing! I highly recommend them for a clam bake at your place ! Thank you so much for helping our day be so special!! Tufts family, Massachusetts read more

My first time here and it was delicious! The lobster was cooked perfectly and the staff was incredibly nice! Can't wait to go back. read more

Foster's Clambakes and Catering - Caterers Near Me - York, Maine

Had some clams steamers and of course lobster I've enjoy the clams steamers very much. John had Lobster roll it was very good..the lady that help us with our order explain the menus to us..she was very nice and make the expirience special... read more

Ok so just to start off I was expecting more right off the bat as I had checked out their website prior to making a reservation for their clambake for my party of five. When I called for the reservation the person who I spoke to said that I didn't need to make the reservation until the day before. Well, thinking to myself now that I am on the phone with you let's just do it now. Well, she had other ideas and told me to call back the day before. Why the total blow off about the reservation. Be a good student and take the reservation, OMG.......really. So I have to make 2 calls to make my reservation. This should have been a red flag. But being a nice guy I did as she told me to do and called again the day before. That call went much better then the first and she actually took my reservation. However Fosters doesn't offer to pay ahead for the clambake. So here we are moving to the day of the reservation. I meet my party at the restaurant and enter the building, it was a bit confusing as there was no greeter/hostess at the entrance of the clambake. Many young teenagers running around cleaning and moving tables around. After a minuet or two one of the waitstaff greeted us and told us were our reservation was seated, and explained where the drink stations and bar were located. She came back a few minuets later and asked us to pay for the clambake at the bar, seemed strange to me to pay in advance......another red flag?. we asked about the bill breakdown as we weren't sure about the tip, the waitress had no idea and said she would ask, came back with a price plus a "administrative fee" so I was thinking to myself what in the world is that??? she later came back with a different answer that made more sense. can you say, knowledge is key? not impressed with waitstaff knowledge. Oh and did I mention the entertainment as a one man band singing a mixed bag of nursery rhymes? oh my, as an entertainment professional I was laughing in my seat. But i guess the entertainment wasn't for the general public but for a private party in the rear. They should have moved the speakers in that direction as It was a bit loud torwars our table and it made conversation a bit hard. Next the atmosphere, nice, somewhat clean, but very much a paper plate place, so be prepared. Way too hot, many fans about but really, invest in Air conditioning, its well worth the price and will take the humidity out of the place as it was very noticeable. The drink station, small, no ice when we got there for out drinks, but it was brought out later, but melted very quickly in the small cups they offered. Another suggestion, replace the cups with something bigger and add a ice machine at the drink station. All sodas were at the cash bar, so be prepared for that. Dinner, very typical for a clambake. Lobster a bit small for the price. Corn should have been shucked, as it was grilled and required shucking after the fact, bring your toothpicks....lol asked for additional rolls and got "hard as rock" overcooked rolls with desert 20 minuets late. Note to Fosters, don't serve hard as rock rolls. Desert rocked, very good, could have had more. Waitress overcompensated by visiting our table very often, and even offered additional chowder, thanks for that. Overall, had better for less elsewhere. Will not be returning. read more

As a native land-locked girl planning a semi-destination East Coast themed wedding, I wanted to go all out and make sure our wedding was unforgettable and fun for everyone who made the trip. I won't go in to how many emails, phone calls and visits our venue search included, but I will say that I was SO relieved in SO many ways to finally find Foster's. The staff was fun and receptive from the very start. My husband and I still lived in Minnesota at the time of planning which could have made it difficult to plan but Foster's was accommodating every step of the way. Beth was amazing and thought of EVERYTHING. The day of the wedding went very smooth and I could tell that the staff at Foster's knew what they were doing and took great care in making our guests comfortable and happy. Beth did a wonderful job with the decorations, too, and showed her creativity and ingenuity. Now for the most important part: The food. From the first hors d'oeuvre passed my way (a steak skewer) to the last red potato (not to forget the oh-so-sweet corn on the cob and the lobster itself), I was one very happy bride! The food was delicious and cooked to perfection! Thanks all for making my wedding day one my husband and I will never forget! See you for our one year anniversary! read more

Fosters feels like an old time clam stand on steroids. Big barn f a place with a straight forward menu. After spending WAY too much time in traffic on a desperate attempt to get to the beach, we wanted some lunch. Lo and behold, there is Fosters. Chowder: quite good....rich and satisfying but ended up nibbling on bits o' grit. Fried clam roll: Fresh, succulent and delicious. Unfortunately, as opposed to some establishments of this ilk, I thought they were pretty skimpy on the clams. My partner declared Foster's cole slaw to be among the best he had ever had. This from a man having grown up eating loads of cabbage. I also liked their chunky tartar sauce...heavy on the pickles. So, I've knocked a star off for the mere scattering of oysters...still good food and worth of a downeast nosh. read more

We had our wedding reception at Foster's. Beth Wilson was amazing, as was all of the staff. Our event was seemless, the food fantastic and it made our wedding day so memorable to us and our guests. We hope to have an anniversary party with them one day! Our guests are still raving about the clam chowder and the vegetarian options. The lobster was incredible. We have a lot of love for Foster's. read more

I consider myself a fried clam and lobster roll expert and these were the BEST fried clams and lobster rolls I have EVER had. The woman helping us was so patient and kind, we had my 20 month old, 9 year old, and 95 year old grandmother with us. I'd drive back to Maine from NYC just to go here again! read more

We were here for a wedding rehearsal dinner and it was AMAZING. They start out with Clam chowder which was unbelievable. Next is some steamers, the mussels were good, but many of the clams were not opened. DO NOT eat the unopened clams. They will make you sick and I know someone who was sick from them. It is not Fosters Fault though :) The main meal was a full lobster, potatoes, corn (husk still on which is the best way) and a baked onion. Overall fantastic especially for the event. The bartender was great and we had a wonderful meal. read more

We always make it a point to go here everytime we're in Maine. They really know their seafood! The lobster rolls are overflowing with ONLY fresh lobster, the salmon sandwich is cooked just right with a hint of spice, steamers are awesome...you won't be disappointed! read more

We had our rehearsal dinner at Foster's in September 2015 and it was a big let down. When we arrived there weren't any employees helping organize guests and I had to hunt someone down to ask where to sit. Our table was near the bar and one of the other groups just hung around at the bar drinking all night, eventually getting very drunk and loud and literally screaming at each other. At that point there was hardly anyone left that worked at the restaurant and certainly nobody to tell them to quiet down. The food was good but inconsistent. Some people had huge lobsters, I ended up with a fairly small portion. Although we wanted our guests to have a casual and area-appropriate meal Foster's was a little too extreme. Other venues in the area may have been a better fit. read more

This was part of our tour package to Ogunquit. When we arrived we did not know what to expect. Place is impressive and that's where it ended. We were first served a clam chowder soup in a paper bowl, followed by the lobster dinner that was nothing to write home about. Not much meat in those claws or tail. This was followed by a blueberry coffee cake served in a paper box for the table. Not impressed with the food and I would not waste my money on this place as there are other great seafood restaurants in the area. We were very disappointed read more

A week ago today we had my daughter Jennifer's wedding here at Foster's, I have no words for how incredible everything was. I can't say enough about our wedding coordinator Garrison. She was so wonderful to us. She went above and beyond to work with us, especially with my daughter as they were planning all of this from out of state. We had to rearrange things a lot due to Covid etc. I also want to give a big thank-you to Beth as we had a last minute complication with my husbands suit, and and she was right there to help. Even our guests commented how friendly the staff was. The staff was very cautious, they were all wearing masks. They set the hall up so nice. The room looked beautiful. The appetizers were delicious, everyone commented on how good they were. The meal was wonderful also. The Blueberry crumb cake was delicious. It is such a great venue, loved the size of the room. We could spread out the tables, plenty of room for dancing, and for the band. I would highly recommend this venue. read more

This clambake isn't cheap, for being in Maine. The entertainment is a little hokey. The private parties are thrown off to the side where it is not easy to see the person entertaining. There are bus loads of seniors that pour in every day on tour. The food is good, although they don't offer seconds on their chowder, taters, corn or mussels anymore. read more

My husband and I used Foster's Clambakes and Catering for the venue and catering of our wedding. From the beginning, Kevin, the owner was supportive and very nice as we began our planning. Our planning was then placed in the hands of Beth, who literally was the most thoughtful, caring, and professional wedding planner we could have ever worked with. Beth took the time to meet with us numerous times to make sure everything was perfect, and her eye for detail was impeccable. Beth thinks of everything that you wouldn't even begin to think of when planning a wedding and she takes on all the stress. She ensures that she has the contact information to all the vendors that you are using and she is a true visionary. We ended up using the back pond at Foster's for the setting of our wedding and we got so many compliments on the backdrop, the food, and the service. My husband and I even have gone to a couple of clambakes after our wedding and you always leave stuffed, and the service is definitely something that Foster's relies on. Everyone feels like family and the staff incredibly caring and fun. I highly recommend Foster's, whether it's for a wedding, or just a night out. read more

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They no longer offer fried food. THUMBS DOWN. I didn't travel 1000 miles from Chicago for a salad.

My family comes here once a year and the food is great. Relaxed setting and big tasty lobster served with Cole slaw and corn. They also brought us complimentary dessert bread which was really tasty!! read more

Okay, so this review is a month overdue, sorry guys. I'll give you the summary first...Foster,s staff and management bent over backwards to make our rehearsal dinner the absolute best event, and they hit a homerun! The manager (Kevin) was a gracious host, who encouraged to use the newly built private room...it has its own attached stone patio with open fire pits, candles, and party lighting that made sitting outside a real pleasure even though there was a chill in the air. The cocktail hour and hors d'oeuvres were very nicely done, from the Antipasto to the Melted Brie Crostini w/ Pomegranate, Caramelized Onion & Toasted Pecans...all were very nicely prepared and presented. For dinner, the Lobster bake dinner was superb...even the locals were complimentary! But, most of all, a huge THANK YOU to Jenna, who was spectacular in working with us to make this such a special evening. Thanks also to Lisa, who was so easy to deal with in making the reservations and Kevin, who was just terrific in making us feel welcomed from the very start. For anyone hosting an event there, you should seriously consider the private room, even for the small room fee upcharge...it is much more intimate and special. You can still walk right around the corner from your private patio to watch the guys manning the lobster baking pit, which is always fun for guests. HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND FOSTERS!!! read more

Always amazing! Such a gem and the highlight of our Maine trips every year! Wouldn't miss it! Thank you!