6/24/26 A mixed experience- the counter was busy even at 11,…read morewith tourists who couldn't decide. As a result the uni I received was swimming in brine; I would have preferred the straight-up uni I had before. I got two vegetarian dishes- both were disappointing: the seaweed salad was crunchy, flavorless and the Maine seaweed in vinegar was slimy and otherwise flavorless. I ordered these for Steff- I'm afraid she and other vegetarians would be disappointed. The whole dish of salmon roe on the other hand was fantastic- I was careful not to leave a single egg- so fresh, so sweet- better than the Osetra and Beluga caviar I have had in Manhattan. Robert Deniro, whose diet I have read about consists mainly of caviar, would love this. It would take little effort to come up with more vegetarian dishes.

This place is truly an experience. The first thing you'll notice is the fishy smell when you walk…read morealong the dock, but don't let that discourage you. It eventually dissipates once you get inside and further on the dock. There was plenty of signage, so it was easy to find where to go. The seafood is incredibly fresh and offered at amazing prices. You place your order downstairs, then head upstairs to a simple break room-style dining area to enjoy your meal. It's completely self-service, but I actually loved the concept. Guests bus their own tables, wash their dishes, and help keep the space clean, which adds to the unique charm. They also provide complimentary tea and water, and there are microwaves available if you want to warm up your rice. If you're looking for a no-frills spot with fresh seafood and great value, this is definitely worth the visit.

We got Cod here for dinner this weekend. The fish was most definitely previously frozen and not…read morefresh. It smelled bad. We had to throw it out. I won't be coming back here. I'll stick to Harbor fish market instead.

This is my favorite place to buy fish or seafood. They have a nice selection of fresh produce, beer…read morewine and other things to complement or complete your meal for one stop shopping. I swear the food is better here than even other places on the wharf. Ifyou want fresh, I'd recommend you buy it here!

This is such a beautiful eatery and market. This was our third visit, and it certainly won't be our…read morelast. We came for the oysters, and they were outstanding--five varieties served with three different vinaigrettes, all incredibly fresh and delicious. We also ordered the salmon chowder, which was one of the best chowders we've had in a long time. The salmon was exceptionally fresh and really made the dish. One of my all-time favorites here is the crab and cheese melt. The combination of sweet crab, rich cheese, and buttery toasted bread is absolutely irresistible. The service is consistently top-notch, making every visit a pleasure. This place continues to be one of our favorite stops.

We were on our way to the lighthouse and looking for a place to stop for lunch when we found this…read morespot on Yelp. Based on the reviews, we decided to give it a try, and it definitely lived up to the hype. It's a small, charming place that combines a seafood market with a restaurant and bar. We were seated right away, and the service was friendly and attentive throughout our visit. The lobster roll was outstanding, packed with tender, fresh lobster claw meat and lightly dressed with just the right amount of mayonnaise. They also offered a great selection of fresh oysters and other seafood, all of which looked excellent. If you're in the area and craving fresh seafood, I would definitely recommend stopping by.

This place came recommended by multiple people, and now that I've been, I can really see why this…read moreis a must-visit in Portland. Once you are seated, you're handed a paper menu on which you mark your selections, then bring that marked-up menu to the counter, where you order and get a number. Food is brought up to you, and you can order subsequent rounds of food by crossing out previous orders and marking up the menu anew. I would highly recommend multiple rounds of oysters -- the first to try one of each and figure out which varieties you prefer, the second to get more of the ones you like, and the last to go all in on your favorite. They've got a varied selection that will suit various tastes, whether you favor a large creamy oyster, a small briny guy, or somewhere in between. All from Maine, which made me feel better about having oysters in a non-ber month. The oysters here are top notch, and the shuckers are, too. Not a single speck of shell in there! I love oysters, and this was my paradise. The non oyster items are also worth trying, so if you have a friend who isn't into oysters, there's something here for them, too. The smoked fish dip and french onion dip are awesome, and the chips they get from another local producer are fantastic. Whether you're a beer lover, a wine person, or a cocktailer, they've got something for you here. Any of those could be the perfect company for your favorite oyster, or you could go for their cucumber mint lemonade slushy, which is insanely refreshing and a great palate cleanser between oysters. Service is efficient, welcoming, and friendly. I think anyone from an oyster novice to an aficionado would feel right at home here. If I didn't live on the opposite side of the country, I'd be here all the time. Unfortunately for me, I'm relegated to pining for these oysters from a distance. If you live nearby, take advantage of your proximity and eat some oysters for me.

5/29/26 A special note- a new dish added to the menu- the…read moreseafood cocktail- is a winner. This is the go-to dish for the partner who doesn't care for oysters- it it superlative, and I hope it remains on the offerings. The service today- especially fine. I have become, as the French would say, "an habitué"

4/5 Sashimi Platter -- Everything tasted fresh, salmon and scallop were our favorite! The tuna was…read moreunfortunately evenly chopped end pieces and we would have loved to see a variety of tuna in the platter. 5/5 Saltwater Uni -- one of the best uni I've had, definitely on the sweeter side! There is plenty of seating in the lunchroom upstairs with a microwave (would recommend getting rice to heat up), as well as coffee and tea to enjoy your meal! Would recommend stopping by here if you are in the Portland area!

Such a wonderful place to enjoy the freshest uni and at such a great price. We tried the uni, sweet…read moreshrimp, tuna, sashimi set and squid. The uni was amazing, the sweet shrimp was just ok, the tuna was pretty roughly chopped and had some muscle in them (would skip for the price), the sashimi set was good and so was the squid. Overall would return again and again for sure.

Amazing store. We popped in for some fish, but came away with wine, cheese, and some other goodies…read more They have specialty items that are not found anywhere in Portland. This was like being in a bigger city! The cheese bar was open, and we were served a few delicious cheeses with full explanations. We of course ended up buying cheese to go with the wine we were not planning on purchasing. Then I found the wine, wow, what a selection. These are not the supermarket wines, these are excellent selections made by people that know what they are buying. Something unique, delicious, and bold. I loved it. It was pricey, but the service was excellent (until we went to the fish counter - maybe a bad day?). But everyone else in the store was very helpful, kind, and were smiling. The prices were a bit high, but the location is pretty, well organized, clean, and again - very helpful staff.

Amazing selection of fresh fish, frozen specialty proteins (like way steak), huge wine selections…read moreand cheese. George and staff very pleasant and accommodating. A nice find. Will return.

During my 2-week tour of Maine, I binged on fish and chips at four restaurants…read more Unexpectedly, Docks won the competition for the best fish and chips. They had a perfectly cooked piece of haddock and they had the best fries. Nice ambiance, friendly server. This place is a winner.

Pick the two fried seafood plate with whole belly clams and scallops. Also got a pound of mains…read moresteamer clams in butter and broth. Sat outside. Service was a bit slow but I think that they were a little short staffed even though they werent that busy. Staff and owners were friendly and gave us some good recommendations for some local dive bars to try out in the Portland area. Food was fresh and very good. This is a local's place and not touristy at all. I was pleasant to sit outside and just pig out on some good seafood.

Flash Frozen Lobster Meat for Lobster Rolls. We ordered the kit for eight and were not…read moredisappointed. Tasty and Fresh. Well received by our Christmas guests. The only rub was ordering during the Holidays; Company went dark, no word on order, then after inquiring Company tried to reschedule my delivery for after Christmas until I complained that it was guaranteed delivery for Xmas Eve. No response from Company either way. Lobster arrived on time finally. Would have been nice to have had communication along the way so we didn't stress the day of what we were going to feed the folks.

I ordered the lobster rolls. The lobster had no taste, it was tough and rubbery. I am very…read moredisappointed. It was costly as well. The Lobster dust expires this month. Never again, Maine Lobster!