Came in 30 minutes to close, restaurants close early here on Mondays and in off season. Make sure you check the hours for the restaurants close by. We were originally going to go to another restaurant, Bell Buoy or something or other and they were closed. Their loss! Came to Joseph's By the Sea and the staff were welcoming and hospitable. Sat upstairs outside and had the best dinner ever. Very happy with the bread basket for $4. Tasty and nice to nibble on with a delicious plain butter as well as an olive butter. Then ordered the large portion Caesar salad. Lovely, my boyfriend and I shared it. Ordered the lobster for market price. They were out of the 1 1/4 pound one, but had the 1 3/4 pound one which was a little more expensive, but worth it. It was fresh and quite far for the price at a restaurant. Boyfriend had the "Best of Both Worlds" (not pictured) he eats too fast! 4 ounce filet mignon and 4 ounces of lobster meat. Served with same sides that I had with the lobster dish. Also a chimichurri sauce. It really doesn't need it. Ask for it on the side if you're iffy about it. A great dessert menu, but we were full. I actually asked for more bread and the olive butter to go! Very clean restaurant. Another nice touch is the hand washing station near the bathroom. Thank you, JBTS. Our regards from Washington, DC. read more

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Listen... Joseph's by the Sea was AMAZING! From the Lobster Tacos with crispy wontons, to the Maison pasta loaded with shrimp, scallops, salmon, mussels, sun dried tomatoes, spinach and that garlic herb cream... WHEW! I ordered extra cream sauce. There was a decent amount of seafood too. Chef Dakota makes me want to hop in the car and take that two hour drive JUST for that pasta. It was THAT good! And listen, even the Caesar Salad was top tier. They did not come to play. My Hubby had the Fish & Chips and absolutely loved his meal too. The food was excellent, but the experience was just as good. Service was amazing, the bathrooms were clean, and the inside was CHIC, intimate and romantic. It was the perfect atmosphere for our restaurant date night. Joseph's has that elevated coastal feel without feeling stuffy, and you can tell they take the whole dining experience seriously. They've been serving Old Orchard Beach for decades and have a strong focus on fresh, locally sourced seafood. DO NOT have the disappointment of showing up without a table. MAKE A RESERVATION! Would I drive two hours again for that pasta? ABSOLUTELY. read more

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One of the nicest views I've ever experienced at a restaurant! The service was subpar and the food was terrible! Steak tips burned to a blackened crisp. Filet requested medium wasn't cooked at all. Burger gross. Caesar bland. Too bad, given that incredible view! read more

We stopped in for drinks and a snack. We went to the second floor bar which overlooks the patio and ocean. It's very beautiful but comfortable inside. All of the fryer items are gluten free so I was delighted to have calamari, and it was delicious. Even my regular gluten eating folks said it was the best they ever had! Crunchy and perfect, with delightful accouterments including fired capers and piquillo peppers. The cocktails were absolute perfection, the bartenders know their stuff and are very friendly. I would love to come back for a full diner sometime. read more

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Our first time here (visiting from NY) and was originally a little discouraged after a cold phone conversation with staff. We decided to still try walk-in availability and I'm glad we did. The food was really good and we were sat in the corner upstairs with the doors open. It was a beautiful night. Our waiter helped us make our choices and was really nice. Their steak with chimichurri was great. Highly recommend! read more

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Myself and family had a wonderful dinner here! The service was absolutely fabulous! Special shoutout to Kelsey, who was friendly, attentive, and made sure everything was perfect throughout our meal. We started with the fresh calamari appetizer, which was light, crispy, and so tasty, and the fresh pear salad was a refreshing, flavorful start. For my entrée, I had the stuffed lobster with scallops, and it was delish! The lobster was succulent, perfectly cooked, and truly a treat for dinner. It was served with fresh veggies and potatoes. My fiancé and future sister-in-law ordered the "Best of Both Worlds" which was steak and lobster; it was a nice combo, but they both agreed the steak was just okay and didn't really need the chimichurri sauce. My future brother-in-law really enjoyed his haddock entrée....he said it was fresh and well-prepared. We finished the meal by sharing desserts; cheesecake, key lime pie, and chocolate mousse cake, and every bite was yummy! All in all, a great and yummy meal by the water with fabulous service and fresh, delicious food. We'll definitely be back! read more

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The service wasn't bad, but you could tell that they didn't want to be there. The food was good, but not great. The price really didn't live up to the hype. We started with bread service and a salad both were good and then I had a filet which was undercooked but no biggie and she had the chicken breast that was ok. The views of the ocean are outstanding. read more

Joseph's By The Sea - The rooftop - New American Near Me - Old Orchard Beach, Maine

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You can never go wrong with Joseph's! The food is magnificent. From seafood to steak to handhelds, there is something tor everyone. The service is what you would expect from a higher end restaurant, but is not stuffy like some higher end restaurants. The servers are friendly and prompt but not invasive which is perfect for spending time with friends or family catching up on life and sharing a meal. The array of dining options is unreal. From their main dining room, which has spectacular views of the ocean, to their patio which is heated and perfect to catch the sunset; to the rooftop patio which is just a special treat, there is something for everyone: Joseph's is a special place that is such a vibrant part of the community. We love it there! read more

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I'm afraid to say it's overrated. The location is prime, the menu looked great, and the ratings were high, but we found it to be lackluster. We went on a Sunday night and were told that they were fully booked for the evening but could seat us at the bar upstairs. Walking to the bar, we noticed that tables were empty. Even after we finished dining, those tables were still empty. I think the hostess could've done a better job to just have seated us and let us know there was a time limit. Sitting at the bar, our server was very attentive at least, but I wasn't so impressed by the food. Mussels were TINY though they gave a good portion. Perhaps I ordered the wrong dish. The strawberry salad was good though. Seafood pasta had generous portions and variety of seafood, but it was too salty. Ambiance is nice and I can imagine that it would be cozy when the weather is great. read more

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One of the nicer restaurants in Old Orchard Beach with pleasant decor and beach side dining. We sat upstairs at the bar and the bartenders were great but the meal was a bit of a let down. Caesar salad was drowning in dressing and the fish and chips was basic. I'd try it again based on location and ambiance but order something else. read more

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slowest service ever! super loud atmosphere. do not, by any means order the lobster risotto! it was a bowl of slop with no lobster and some random slimy things that looked like shrimp shells. read more

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Had a wonderful meal here. Extremely friendly staff and the chefs were really on point with the food. Only four stars because the restaurant could really use some updating and cleaning. The windows had lots of fingerprints and just overall had a 1993 vibe. While that may not be a bad thing for some, in a part of the country where there are so many fantastic places to eat... Don't relax on the details. However the food and staff were amazing and that's what it's all about. Time for some tables and chairs so they're not leaning so much read more

Joseph's By The Sea - The classic main dish - New American Near Me - Old Orchard Beach, Maine

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Haven't been to many places in old orchard beach, I was recommended Joseph's by some friends, the setting was a little basic for me. The service was very attentive along with helpful when it came to the questions I was asking. One of those questions was if the lobster in the establishment was local and not Canadian, luckily the lobster is sourced locally . I ended up having a seafood pasta dish that was very fresh and delicious! The drinks were great I was a little disappointed in old orchard beach for having such a limited and not good tequila selection. I will definitely return to this establishment for a second go to see if it's consistently the same. I will add you can show up casual or dressed to impress all are welcome! read more

Joseph's By The Sea - Menu - New American Near Me - Old Orchard Beach, Maine

Great location! Food and service was good. We are from Kennebunk and thought this beach front restaurant is well worth the trip.

Given that it's Old Orchard Beach with few fine-dining options, Joseph's by the Sea will fill the bill. The food is mediocre, the staff is too overworked to be attentive, but the setting and ambience are first rate, with nice views of the beach and ocean. Parking is a perennial problem. read more

Had a party there it was such a wonderful experience I would recommend for a large party or intimate dinner for two

we go because the view is fantastic , unfortunately the food is mediocre but the calamari is excellent and the wait staff does well handling a lot of diners.There are bunnies on the lawn which are wonderful and very used to people and children love them. read more

In OOB for Memorial day weekend, and Josephs was our 1st stop for food! They were friendly and inviting! Place is fairly big with a nice heated ocean front deck! We were seated inside with a view of tve ocean! Beautiful ! Waitress was amazing! Prices decent! Husband had Seafood chowder - excellent Stuffed backed lobsters - excellent 2 bloody marys My choice Best of both 4 oz filet cooked perfect ! 4 oz steamed lobster perfect Mashed Asparagus Blueberry Vodka read more

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Pretty location but on the expensive side. Food was hit or miss. Service was good. I expected better for this place.

Great food, cocktails, servers and ambience. The views are excellent from patio. Small parking lot so plan accordingly. Been here few times and haven't been disappointed the fish is very fresh read more

Let's get to ambiance first. This place is fantastic! You have a choice for inside dining (only recommended for rain or cold weather, although it's beautiful inside too), outside patio, rooftop patio. All tables come with a view of the ocean. If it's a nice day, it doesn't get better than this! Service: Excellent. Food: There is an axiom that if the view is good, the food is bad. Not at this restaurant. My wife started with a cocktail and we ordered the $4.00 bread service. (Although the bread was fine, it's not really worth the extra $4. I'm sure this used to come free.) For a starter course, I got a cup of the Seafood Chowder. It looked kind of like mushroom soup and nothing much to look at, but when I tasted it, my mind was blown away. My God, it was good. The broth was lighter than clam chowder and unlike the more famous soup, it was infused with flavor. No lie, it was the best chowder I've ever had. It was packed with the right amount of seafood and I wish I had ordered a bowl, not just a cup. This was a 1000 out of 10. For an entree, I had the Pasta Maison ($34) with a generous portion of shrimp, scallops, salmon, mussels, sun dried tomato in a garlic-herb cream sauce over penne pasta. It satisfied my seafood cravings and was quite filling. My wife had the Chicken Piccata ($28) with lemons, capers in a white wine sauce. She doesn't often see this on the menu and was very happy with this version. She had a side salad which also was quite good. Our pre-tip total was just over $100, which was quite a fair place for what we ordered. read more

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As a longtime Ocean Park resident, we've eaten here many times, but our most recent visit with our family of eight was disappointing. Our waitress wasn't rude, but she was clearly rushed and a bit brusque. My main complaint, however, was the $36 salmon fillet I ordered. It was the thin tail-end piece of the fillet with very little actual fish on it, and in my opinion, it never should have left the kitchen, especially at that price. I chose not to complain at the time because we were with a large group and I didn't want to disrupt dinner. What surprised me even more was when our server cleared the table and asked if I wanted to take home the few scraps of fish that were difficult to remove from the skin at the tail end. I wish I had taken a photo because it would have made the problem immediately clear. For $36, I expected a properly portioned piece of salmon, not the leftover end of a fillet. The view here is wonderful, but a great location shouldn't be an excuse to let food quality or service slip, especially at these prices. read more

Beautiful restaurant in walking distance of the fun and adventure of Old Orchard Beach. Wonderful service and super yummy food! read more

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Incredible service, delicious food, breathtaking views... what else can you ask for? We visited Joseph's By The Sea recently to celebrate a birthday, and were completely blown away by the restaurant. The atmosphere was cozy, romantic, and inviting. We were fortunate to get a table by their windows with ocean views. As we sipped on our red wine, we watched the waves gracefully crash against the shore, creating an idyllic backdrop. The menu was extensive. We had the calamari and mussels as an appetizer, and the calamari was simply the best calamari I've ever had. The mussels were good, too. My partner had the sirloin steak and it was HUGE and delicious, but the true star of the evening was the pasta maison, a divine mix of pasta with shrimp, scallops, salmon, mussels, and an assortment of veggies. I cannot stress enough how much I recommend this dish. We finished our dinner with the blueberry cheesecake, which was also to die for. As mentioned earlier, the service was great. Our friendly server made us feel very welcomed. Truly cannot wait to return. read more

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Great view, friendly service, and wonderful dining atmosphere. I haven't tried the food yet but the sangria is refreshing. Cheers! read more

Joseph's By The Sea - Sangria - New American Near Me - Old Orchard Beach, Maine

This is a wonderful place to come for a date night or celebration, the view is just gorgeous! They have a fairly decent menu size (some places are so small, others have too large of a menu) and they serve you delicious Rosemary focaccia bread when you sit down. I ordered the fish and chips, which had a unique crunchy batter but was very delicious! The fish and chips come with ranch dusted fries, but I requested the truffle fries with aioli. Highly recommend those! read more

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Me, Foo, was in OOB for the weekend and made reservations through my motel's concierge at what Foo likes, a ritzy place. "Ni hao, Foo want ritzy dinner." "Ok then sir, it's gotta be Joseph's by the Sea!" So, Foo bowed to the crossed keys of the best motel and smiled. When Foo arrived at Joseph's the hostess was so pleasant and the bartender said, "Hi Foo, I'm new here but know you from Raffles in Singapore!" "Xie, xie!" said Foo to the new bartender. Foo was brought to a wonderful table on the terrace and the view was magnificent. Foo ordered cocktails, bisque and a burger. So delish!! "Foo, would you like dessert?" asked Patti my server. "No thank you, just the check, and Foo will leave you a great huge stack of grat!" me, who is Foo excitedly exclaimed. Patty then said, "Isn't Joseph's sublime?" "Yes, Patty, Joseph's is sublime, simply sublime. It's no wonder that other restaurants in Old Orchard Beach are jealous." read more

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Great restaurant for a nice dinner. They seated us promptly and had pretty good service for how busy they were. As you can see in the pic, we got a beautiful view of the water so I suggest asking to sit by the window! All I got was the steamed lobster so it is pretty hard to mess up but it was great :) read more

Joseph's By The Sea - Patio at sunset - New American Near Me - Old Orchard Beach, Maine

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We made reservations for outside it looks out at the ocean great view. It was busy had a little wait for our first drinks but the service was great our waitress was amazing. All the food we had was delicious definitely the nicest place in town read more

Really lovely selections. You need reservations. We got a seat at the bar upstairs but otherwise reservations. My cream sauce was delicious but the temperature of my ravioli was too cool. Only critique. Bread service a must. The lobster wontons are good and the truffle fries are nice. read more

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Great spot for dinner, lots of ocean views available bars, upstairs and downstairs. Our server did an excellent job. My fish and chips was delicious. Gluten-free with a cornbread crust. My wife's salmon was also delicious again gluten-free, the only thing that it wasn't really hot when it arrived. read more

Joseph's By The Sea - Salmon - New American Near Me - Old Orchard Beach, Maine

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This was our first time at Joseph's and we sort of stumbled upon it. What a find!!! Staff super friendly and informative. We were sat upstairs, the staff and bartender worked together for a great experience. There is outdoor seating which I assume will be amazing in the summer. Drinks and food are top class and delicious! Can't wait to come back. read more

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We really enjoyed our brunch at Joseph's. I had the mimosa flight and the stuffed French toast and my husband had the spicy Bloody Mary and the Irish Benedict. Everything was delicious, and our server was top notch. We will be back! read more

Joseph's By The Sea - Mimosa flight - New American Near Me - Old Orchard Beach, Maine

We stayed in OOB for 4 nights recently and based on recommendations we tried Joseph's. We were totally impressed with Food and Service we received at the Outdoor Patio Views of the Saco Bay were breathtaking! As a result we booked another dinner on our last night there read more

We sat on the patio and watched the bunnies play on the grass. The service was top notch and the food was delicious, fresh and beautifully served. After dinner we went up to the top deck for an after dinner beverage. The views are incredible. We will go again! read more

Absolutely the very best food and service in all of Old Orchard Beach!! if your in the area you must go there! best lobster roll ever and the bake haddock is excellent!! read more

Joseph's By The Sea - Baked stuffed haddock!! - New American Near Me - Old Orchard Beach, Maine

I recently made reservations at Joseph's by the Sea in Old Orchard Beach for a special event, and I must say, it was an exceptional experience from start to finish. The reservation process was smooth and the staff was incredibly accommodating and friendly. Our party decided to try a variety of dishes, and we were not disappointed. We ordered the Beach Burger and the chicken sandwich, both accompanied by truffle fries. The Beach Burger was a culinary delight, featuring a perfectly cooked patty that was juicy and flavorful. The beef was tender, and each bite was bursting with rich, savory goodness. Topped with fresh ingredients and a delicious sauce, the Beach Burger was a highlight of our meal. The chicken sandwich was equally impressive. The chicken was cooked to perfection - crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The sauce that accompanied the sandwich was extraordinary, adding a perfect balance of flavors that elevated the dish to another level. The real standout for us, however, was the truffle fries. They were simply exquisite - perfectly crisp, seasoned just right, and the truffle flavor was both subtle and sophisticated. It's rare to find fries that leave such a lasting impression, but these certainly did. In addition to the fantastic food, we also enjoyed their mixed drinks, which were fabulous. Each drink was expertly crafted, offering a delightful mix of flavors that perfectly complemented our meal. The bartenders clearly take pride in their work, and it shows in the quality of their cocktails. We couldn't resist trying the desserts, and they did not disappoint. We ordered the Key Lime pie and the vanilla cheesecake. The Key Lime pie was topped with an exquisite cream that was light and perfectly balanced the tartness of the pie. The mixed berry coulis served with the cheesecake was the best coulis I've ever tried, adding a burst of fruity sweetness that made each bite heavenly. The ambiance at Joseph's by the Sea is unmatched. We were seated on the second floor, right by the window, which offered breathtaking views of the ocean. Dining with such a picturesque backdrop added an extra layer of magic to our evening. I highly recommend Joseph's by the Sea for anyone looking for a top-notch dining experience in Old Orchard Beach. Whether it's for a special occasion or a casual meal, this place will not disappoint. The combination of excellent food, attentive service, and stunning views makes it a must-visit. read more

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We went there Saturday night for dinner had 545 reservations and got right in. We were greeted by our waitress and my wife ordered white wine and I stuck w water. My wife had the butternut squash soup and it was awesome!!I ordered and large garden salad with Beef tips and it was amazing. My wife went off the board and got a lobster roll it was ok with French fries . Service was great and the food was good , my wife ordered a piece of pumpkin cheesecake and it was awesome. Place is so nice and fresh inside Thanks Barbara and Scott read more

Joseph's By The Sea - Steak Tips Salad - New American Near Me - Old Orchard Beach, Maine

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Roof top is the best spot in the area for a drink with a view. Food is good, yes it's expensive but you are paying for the location. I do wish the menu had some more seafood options given the locale, but what they do have they prepare well. Service is good. Parking can be a challenge. read more

Great Food, Service and view from the rooftop deck while dining. Reservations recommended. read more

Joseph's By The Sea - Blackened Salmon - New American Near Me - Old Orchard Beach, Maine

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