We picked this place on a whim while in the area. There were thunderstorms in the area and it started pouring while we were ordering from the takeout window. The young employees were so nice and said we could wait inside for our order. The restaurant was busy inside for Father's Day. There is a firepit and a lot of nice outdoor seating but it was all wet, so they said feel free to take our food to the outdoor bar which had nice plastic sides to protect from the weather. All the staff was so helpful, and it was a great place to ride out the storm. The food was excellent, too. My husband had baked stuffed haddock with rice pilaf and baked potato. I had fried clam strips, corn on the cob, and sweet potato fries. read more

Excellent. The food is top-notch. Everything is excellent. This trip we had the muscles appetizer and split the prime rib. The muscles were perfect pump and perfectly cooked. I couldn't believe we were ordering prime rib, and seafood house, then I tasted the prime rib and it was excellent excellent. I'm very fussy with my prime rib and it passed the test. The drinks are great, the service is great. read more

Mike's Clam Shack - Seafood Near Me - Wells, Maine

The lighting was comically poor -- the dining room so dim I had to use my phone flashlight to read the menu, turning dinner into an impromptu archaeology dig. The haddock fish & chips was the highlight of disappointment. It screamed "frozen fish soaked in water" from the first bite: the fillet fell apart like wet tissue the second I touched it, the batter was soggy and greasy rather than crisp, and the whole thing tasted like regret with a side of freezer burn. The chips were forgettable, and the portions were surprisingly skimpy for the price. read more

Mike's Clam Shack - Fish and chips - Seafood Near Me - Wells, Maine

So mid and over priced. Never have been to a place that doesn't serve fries with a lobster roll. $30 for a lobster roll- fine price extra $3 for fries. Clam chowder was one of the worst I have ever had. Coconut shrimp was delicious, so severely overpriced- $17 for 6 pieces. Paid $60 for 3 things, not including the $17 drink. Place gives stingy, tourist trap will not be back. read more

Mike's Clam Shack - Seafood Near Me - Wells, Maine

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We've always enjoyed the food and service here . Prices are fair . I only wish they would bring back the Mike's Clams in a can for purchase . We always left with some . read more

Tried this snd we were pleased with everything. French onion soup and clam chowder were great. I had the special fried fish and onion rings. We'll be back. Service was good, our server got seated a bunch of tables at the same time so took a while to get a refill of my water. read more

Early dinner during the week. Was seated right away in one of the booths. Server came quick. Menu looks like it was updated, decided to have the seafood scampi. Entrees came very quick which delighted us. Guess we got on just in time as the dinner rush started after we came in. Scampi packed a little bit of flavor, but was OK. read more

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The cheapskate of an owner needs to fix the AC. It was so hot in there we couldn't even eat our dinners.

We've eaten here many times and have found that this year it was disappointing. It was cold inside. Service was good, food was hot but meh. Prices have really gone up. 2 people one with clam strip side order and the other a clam strip roll, sweet potato fries and one coffee was $50 before tip read more

I'll be blunt, it's an overpriced "Tourist Trap". 30 bucks for a diminutive size lobster roll. Breading on fried items was blah. $11.95 for a fried zucchini appetizer is a bad joke. 80 bucks for a lunch which still left us hungry is extremely disappointing. I recommend the Maine Diner if you are wanting to stop in Wells for a good meal. Not much more to say. read more

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We spent a week in Maine, and Mikes Clam Shack was our favorite restaurant!! Sheri was the most amazing server, so professional, friendly, and efficient! Best seafood chowder ever, and the $1 (each) shrimp cocktail was delicious! We really enjoyed the huge Greek salad with fresh haddock, as well as the perfect broiled scallops. Highly recommend this fantastic restaurant. read more

Great chowder. Haddock sandwich huge and fresh. Staff friendly. Go to place is bar when we visit

I would actually rate it 4.5 We were in mood to only have lobster today! The lobster roll was amazing! We had it warm with butter. We also had 1 1/8 lobster ( our first time trying to cut it on our own and it was a success! ) and lobster stew had generous amount on lobster in it. Happy we chose this place, our sever was amazing too. Our first day of vacation started on a great note! read more

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The food was amazing!, the service was fast, the ambiance was nice and calm. Me and my family had the fish and chips it was amazing! fish was hot and cooked perfectly and the fries were amazing. read more

Service was terrific. Hot Lobster rolls with butter were a good size and very fresh and delicious. I loved the cole slaw and my husband said the clam chowder was amazing. We had dessert which was something we don't always do but it was well worth the splurge, my lemon meringue pie and hubby's chocolate cream pie were the best we have had in a very very long time. read more

Mike's Clam Shack - Seafood Near Me - Wells, Maine

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Great huge space Good service as we had a large party Prices better than most places with a nice portion Clams were delicious ! read more

The menu options were great and the waitress was friendly and attentive. The meals tonight were a bit off compared to previous visits. One was the turkey dinner which came with mashed potato's and coleslaw. Both the turkey and stuffing was extremely dry with the dark turkey being crunchy. My haddock nugget basket with sweet potato fries were cooked to perfection. The nuggets were light and moist and the sweet potato fries were perfectly crisp too. We had an appetizer of zucchini sticks, which were extremely good but the "sticks" could have been sliced a little thinner. Overall we'll still be coming back because the service and great and the food is mostly consistent read more

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Very disappointing experience. After a day at the beach, I was so looking forward to some steamers. Mike's apparently has a fish market next door and reviews seemed mainly favorable, so we gave it a try. My husband ordered potato skins, that he said were fine, but nothing to brag about. I ordered New England clam chowder to go along with my steamers. The chowder wasn't bad but should have been hotter. The major issue was the steamers. I don't think they were even rinsed before they were prepared. We are not talking sand. They were loaded with mud. When I mentioned it to the waiter he said "oh, they must have forgot to wash them today" and that if I had let him know sooner he could have brought me another cup of broth to rinse them in. So gross. read more

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We liked Mike's Clam Shack a lot. Be aware that they have two different sizes of clam rolls: 1) Regular size is 3 1/2 ounces. 2) Large size is 7 ounces and it is a great buy if you are hungry. read more

The food was delicious! We got the halfsies. Clam strips and haddock nuggets with 2 sides. One order would have fed two of us. And the $1 shrimp cocktail. They were huge And the service was great too. read more

I was on vacation and went here for dinner with my daughter and granddaughters . They split the twin lobster platter The fish chowder was delicious and we also had the lobster roll . The frozen drinks were excellent as well . It was a very large restaurant friendly and efficient. A definite go to .. Enjoy Chris m read more

We went around 6pm on a Tuesday- it was very busy but only waited 10 minutes for a party of seven! Our server was very friendly and the food and drinks came out exceptionally fast which was great because we had little kids in our party! The Twin Lobster Dinner which I ordered seemed like a deal for the price but some of the other items were more expensive than they probably should have been. The three kids split the adult chicken finger dinner which was $26. Most of the kids meals were around $15 so be prepared for that! We had a great experience and will definitely be back! read more

Mike's Clam Shack - Twin Lobster Dinner - Seafood Near Me - Wells, Maine

Food and the service is on point. It is a must stop when you are in Wells Maine . Don't forget to get your chowder kits to go. read more

Underrated spot. We got clam bellies, jumbo lobster roll, and sides. Service was outstanding and super quick, anticipated our needs perfectly. Everything was really tasty and fresh, breading was perfect. Seriously, no complaints. For a typical sports bar vibe, you really can't do much better. Love it. read more

Mike's Clam Shack - Jumbo Lobster Roll Sandwich - Seafood Near Me - Wells, Maine

Excellent food!! Wonderful atmosphere! Friendly staff! Cute gift shop!!!!1 I highly recommend read more

Mike's Clam Shack - Loaded Buffalo nachos - Seafood Near Me - Wells, Maine

We love this place! It gets very busy in the summertime so as locals we tend to visit just in spring, fall, winter. They do close for 6 weeks starting in February. The medium onion rings is easily enough for 4 people. The chicken tenders are some of the best I've ever had- definitely made in-house and not frozen. Baked haddock and scallops were delicious and cooked perfect. Not pictured but I've had before- fantastic potato skins and fried shrimp. I'm not huge on shrimp but I LOVE their shrimp. Both the dining room and bar are very large and accommodating. Lots of tvs for sports in the bar as well as a cozy fireplace and popcorn machine. The staff are always very friendly. read more

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Been coming to Wells-Ogunquit area for a few years and keep trying new places to eat and always saw Mikes Clam Shack parking lot full of cars so decided to try it. Wife and I will do one fried clam dinner a year and so we both went for the clam/scallops dish. Both were the best we have had in a long time. Not overfried, clean batter, and very fresh tasting. The clams tasted like steamers freshly battered, and the scallops had no chemichal flavors, slightly opaque in the center. Onion rings were also good in place of fries at no extra cost. I 'm an old Mainiac and appreciate good seafood ! read more

We were a Party of 12. Server Jade was great! Very attentive. Food was enjoyed by all. Will definitely be back.

Once again Mikes has proven that it is the place to go for a great lunch. Great food with wonderful service . From stir fry to fish dinners and tasty desserts you can't miss. Prices are pretty average for the area with plenty of parking. Located right on RT 1. We love Miles when we are in the area. read more

I know it's a seafood place......but I have had the Best Baby back Rack of Ribs and Chicken Parmigiani bar none. Kudos to the Chef's ! Never had a bad meal at Mike's and Family priced. Should be a Wells staple if you're staying here. They also mix a good drink for adults! read more

I wanted to like it for the hype everyone gives it but it's just expensive food for low quality food. The drinks are amazing and made well by the bar tender and the service is always amazing. They keep their restaurant very clean. If it was cheaper then maybe I'd like it more. read more

Honestly, a let down. A huge let down. Now, let me start by saying my server, Moriah (according to the receipt), was nothing short of ideal. Extremely polite, the perfect blend of friendly and accommodating, and an invaluable asset to a southerner like myself trying to navigate the menu. However, when I arrived I was told the wait time was expected to be 5-10 minutes. This surprised me because the parking lot was so full I had to park a half block away. Whatever, 5-10 minutes gave me a chance to browse the gift shop. I took my time and after deciding upon a black "Mike's" shirt I sat down expecting my buzzer to go off at any time. It didn't. Thirty minutes after sat down and roughly 45 minutes after I arrived I was finally seated...in an almost empty dining area. All this time waiting and for what??? At this point in the night I'm starving and would've already had time to drive somewhere else and finish a meal before returning to my hotel. But, I was hyped up! This place was the talk of the town (as far as Google goes) and I was already invested. After careful deliberation over a fresh, steaming, hot cup of coffee, I decided (with the help of Moriah) on the Broiled Seafood Sampler and a cup of Seafood Chowder. The sampler consisted of haddock, two stuffed shrimp, and scallops all broiled, supposedly, to perfection. For the sides I chose the daily vegetable which turned out to be squash and zucchini and an order of the loaded mashed potatoes. But, before I feasted on the Maine course, I needed an appetizer to quiet my rumbling stomach. For that I chose the Seafood Stuffed Mushrooms. Order complete. The stuffed mushrooms arrived very quickly and were honestly one of the most delectable looking appetizers I'd ever laid eyes on. Stuffed tall and full, crispy and baked to golden perfection. Let me tell ya, they tasted as good as they looked. If I had know how my main entree was going to turn out I'd have just ordered a fed servings of these instead. They were exceptionally tasty and for once in my life I waited until my food was good and chewed up before swallowing, savoring every bite. Next up, the seafood chowda. The menu advertised a blend of lobstah, fish, and shrimp and it didn't lie. Immediately I was turned off. You could see the grease bubbles floating all over the top and in the saucer beneath the bowl. It appeared to be almost as thin and transparent as the Atlantic Ocean from which it's ingredients were caught. Still, I rowed on. It tasted about the way it looked; sure you could taste the fish and even the shrimp, but other than that it was a bland bowl of disappointment that even salt, pepper, and oyster crackers couldn't save. Finally, after a glass of water to wash away the taste of sadness left behind by the chowda, my entree arrived. Glistening with a slight crust around the edges, the presentation was very misleading in regard to what the actual food tasted like. Broiled haddock, scallops, and two stuffed shrimp. Should be a winning combo, right? Not in this case. With the exception of the stuffed shrimp (which were on par with the aforementioned stuffed mushrooms), the food was bland and unseasoned apart from the watery butter bath in which it sat. I tried to muscle through it, but I just couldn't. I rarely leave a plate unfinished and always use a take out box if I do, not in this case. Besides the fact that no one likes reheated seafood, this wasn't worth saving. Worth mentioning though, the loaded mashed potatoes were as good as any I'd get in the South. Pure mashed perfection with gooey cheese and fresh bacon crumbles. Paired with the stuffed mushrooms, the potatoes could have been a meal all on their own. Needless to say I asked for my ticket, paid my bill, and left quite disappointed. As I looked out upon the overly filled parking lot I could only think of a few things about my latest dining experience: why did I wait so long to be seated an empty dining area, how does this place have such rave reviews, and should I go back to order more of the stuffed mushrooms? Questions I may never know the answers to. So, if you do end up stopping in after reading this review, skip anything broiled and ask for Moriah. read more

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Mike's is a solid go to place for us for dinner. In spite of the parking lot looking packed, (which it is), the restaurant is large enough to accommodate a lot of people. The food is good and the menu is large enough to satisfy most tastes, even if seafood isn't your favorite. service has always been prompt, friendly and fast, even in the summer when it's busiest read more

When I get into Maine, it's nothing but fish. Stopped here for takeout and got some clam chowder and clam and scallop basket. Seafood quality was good but the cook, not so much. The chowder was full of clams but not of flavor. Mostly potato but not much else that I could discern. Clams were tasty, scallops sweet but the need to poke some holes in the take out containers to vent the steam because they got quite soggy in the short ride of less than a mile. Fries ok Cole slaw tasteless read more

Mike's Clam Shack - Clams and scallops - Seafood Near Me - Wells, Maine

Our favorite place for fried seafood was closed, si we decided to give Mike's a try. The location on US 1 was convenient, if not charming. It's a lot bigger than it looks from the outside. The dining rooms were spacious. Out waitress was really nice and had a great sense of humor. The food was outstanding. The combination seafood platter was big enough to serve two. All of the fish was delicious and perfectly cooked. The onion rings and French fries were delicious. We shared a 3 scoop hot fudge sundae for dessert, in the interests of research. Prices were really reasonable. If you don't mind the location, this place really delivers. read more

Mike's Clam Shack - Hot fudge sundae - Seafood Near Me - Wells, Maine

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Sea food is always delicious, Would love to give this restaurant a 5 star review, however service needs work. Waitstaff , slow and not very friendly . Also, they claim to offer veterans a 10% discount, the 10% is off one item. Our bill was over $100 , discount was $$3.20 . Insulting read more

Clam plate disappointing. All dough. Small portion . Bette to go to Farnham's in Essex ma.

Love this place! Don't be intimidated when you see the amount of cars parked outside - I have never had to wait in line, but I typically sit in the bar, which is full of tables. I started with a blueberry mule - I believe that was made with local Maine liquor - very tasty! For our meals, we all ordered the haddock sandwich. I got mine broiled, while my friends got theirs fried. I have noticed that at most seafood places, for some reason, broiled/baked is typically more expensive, so it was nice to have broiled as an option for the sandwich for the same price as fried. The broiled piece of fish did look a bit smaller than the fried piece, but still a generous portion nonetheless. Very high quality piece of fish - the price was $12, plus an additional $2 for a side. For my side, I got the mashed potatoes, which were good, but nothing special. My friend got the fries, which tasted very similar to Mcdonalds fries to me (not saying that's a bad thing!) Service was very good - our waitress made sure out drinks were full, despite the volume of people inside. TVs in the bar are HUGE and are great for watching a sports game. There's even a cute little gift shop on the way out. Only complaint is that it is a little pricey compared to local restaurants. A drink that is $10 there would be significantly cheaper down the road. read more

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The food is ok. Not great but not bad. First time there we had an awesome server who was professional and fast. The second time, with a party of five adults andtwo kids, we had one of the most hostile servers I have ever encountered. She threw the plates at us. Just put a negative vibe on the evening. Wont be returning soon. read more

Amazing Wednesday night special: 2 lobsters for $35, same as their fish market next door.