Love Mae's! Food is always delicious and interesting, not the same ol' diner breakfasts. Healthy…read moreoptions, good coffee, friendly service, decadent baked goods. Really nice outdoor porch for nice weather, and - they take reservations. What more can you ask for?

Mae's Café has been around for many years with different owners. It always has such an inviting and…read morehomey feel. The dining areas are bright and welcoming. We went recently for breakfast. We were greeted by a friendly server The menu was diverse, and all the dishes seemed well curated. They serve local coffee! I had the generously portioned sweet potato and scrambled egg bowl. My husband ordered corned beef eggs Benedict with home fries. It was unfortunate that his home fries were cold and rather dried up. The server offered to bring out fresh home fries. then the front of the house manager brought our bill and discounted the tab greatly. He was very apologetic. We definitely would go back based on this customer service. Worth mentioning, there is a side entrance that is handicap accessible (the main entrance on Centre Street has steps leading up to it). But if one wanted to go to the bakery counter from that entrance, there are a few steps to get to that level.

Food and service were both amazing. My brother recommended Peppers. We were not disappointed. I…read morehave told some of my friends this is a "MUST" place to go. Will go back when I get back to Maine next year. They also had live music with was very cool.

We came in during dinner time with a large party. The restaurant wasn't overly busy, and the space…read morewas clean with really nice decor. The staff was top-notch--the hostess and our waitress were absolutely phenomenal and took great care of us. The live lobster tank was also a big hit with the kids! ​Unfortunately, the main reason we came--the seafood--was a huge disappointment across the board. The firecracker shrimp was actually very good, but that was the only high point. The calamari, clam strips, and fish and chips were all chewy, improperly fried, and lacked any crispiness. Multiple people in our party felt the exact same way about their meals. ​Given the price, the food quality just wasn't worth it. While the staff and atmosphere were fantastic, we won't be returning, and I wouldn't recommend it for a seafood dinner.

Best clam chowder I've ever had. Perfectly seasoned and lots of chopped clams. Great beer selection…read moreas well. Great view of the harbor.

I've been coming to this spot for the last 30 years - it changes hands, but I love the rooftop…read moredining area and bar - no matter what the restaurant is called, it's always worthy of a lunch visit. The views are phenomenal. Our food was great and the service was prompt - I had a procuttio and fig jam sandwich (really!) and my companions had fried haddock, fried scallops and an entree salad. We were all pleased!

This is where we celebrated the anniversary of our 20 year marriage, and it was AWESOME !!! We…read moredined on their rustic patio, complete with twinkle lights and trees. We started with onion soup, which was OUTSTANDING !! It wasn't too salty, which is often an issue but not here. The broth was a perfect blend of onion and beef flavoring, just enough cheese and croutons but not overpowering... it was divine. It might've been the best I've ever had. We also got bread service that offered lightly grilled French bread. I don't know what the deal was, but it was so unbelievably tasty, and it was so soft, too. I don't know if it was the texture or the bread flavor, but something was different... that made it so amazing. Better than usual. I wanted to eat more, but I knew I was already getting full, so we left most of it. Drat. For an entree, my husband got the Atlantic salmon in a lobster veloute with farfalle and ratatouille. I tasted it, and it was excellent. Such great flavors. I got the cioppino, which had scallops, shrimp, and haddock in a herb-infused tomato sauce. I was a little shocked because it was spicy... good flavor, but spicy, and I wasn't expecting that. I wish the waitress would've told me ahead of time, but she didn't. I ended up not eating most of it because it was a bit too much for my palate. I hate wasting food, but the truth is I wouldn't have finished it anyway. I was already full from the onion soup and 1 piece of bread. For our celebratory dinner, we also split a dessert. I had read this place is known for their blueberry pie, which we were very interested in getting. Soooooooooo glad we did because it was EXCELLENT... and yes, it was a la mode... with vanilla ice cream. There was some crystalized sugar topping on the crust, which really added to the awesomeness of this dessert. We hit pay-dirt here. This meal was the highlight of our trip to Boothbay Harbor. I hope we will be able to return to this lovely harbor town because we will make a beeline to dine at Thistle Inn again. Too bad we live so far away. This is a wonderful dining establishment, and they made our 20th anniversary even more memorable !!

They advertise happy hour from 5-6 in Google search. Then…read moreon another add it advertises 4-5. Bartender should look for another job where you don't have to be friendly to customers.

I can't believe I just tried OystHers for the first time. It is the absolutely most perfect oyster…read morebar. It has all the credentials for perfection...outdoor seating overlooking a body of water...in this case the beautiful Kennebec River, including a spectacular view of the big bridge over it. Watching boats go by, and people walking in the walking path to get to the park right next door...perfect for people and dog watching. Plus, OysHers allows well behaved dogs at the outdoor seating area. The menu includes MANY varieties of sparking wines, including a mimosa flight, and all local oysters, all sourced from women-owned oyster farmers, plus they have their own oyster farm as well. The menu does include a few non-seafood items, such as the classic Maine red hot dog. The menu also includes some caviar in case there is a need for a special occasion caviar celebration. There are a variety of seating options outside and inside. There are firepit tables with Adirondack chairs, regular tables and chairs, picnic tables, and high top tables. There is a beautiful display of the days oyster selection inside on ice. The ordering process is simple...order what you want at the register, tell them where you're seated (we were are fire pit #2) and they bring your order to you. You can start a tab or pay as you go. Each table has a little sign that says what the table name/number is. We went on a Wednesday afternoon so we did not try the fire pit. It is a great reason to go back. We tried the mimosa flight (orange, grapefruit, cranberry, and lemon) and a flight of oysters (4 different varieties). I couldn't tell you which one was best...they were all perfect. I especially loved how expertly they were shucked and cut loose. Every oyster slid out of its shell without any resistance and each oyster had all of its liquor. They were perfectly clean and chilled and served with lemon, a cocktail sauce and a delicious mignonette. My friend also tried a local canned cocktail, Dasch seltzer, that was excellent...not too sweet, lots of blueberry flavor. I can't wait to go back!

I have been here twice in the past week and will continue to visit as often as I can. The oysters…read moreare so good. So fresh, very clean, delicious. The Crabster sliders were excellent and the chicken salad (ordered on a roll instead of sliders) was plentiful and very tasty. Great cocktail, mocktail, and wine selection. We got to sit on the back patio and enjoy the river view. Well behaved dogs are welcome on the patio. Orders go in at the bar and servers deliver to the table. Polite, smiling, friendly service. Not a ton of parking immediately in front but it's super easy to walk from the many municipal parking areas downtown. Highly recommend for anyone in the area looking for a comfortable and delicious spot for a bite and a beverage.

Oysters were fresh and delicious. Great sushi and tuna. Service was at a relaxing. Pet friendly…read more Good view of harbor.

What' a fabulous location and delightful atmosphere. The restaurant has amazing views down the…read moreharbor both inside and outside on the deck. I had the opportunity to meet the owner and enjoy some of his personal recommendations on the menu. Over 3 meals there, we tried the fresh lobster, clam chowder and sushi. Everything was exceptional, including the service from our wait staff and bartenders. They also feature an extensive live music schedule for the summer and great local brew selection. Highly recommend Mine Oyster!

All the food was cooked perfectly. Ali did a great job five stars all around. I sat at the bar…read morewhere I'm quite comfortable.

Excellent service & view! Clam chowder and bacon wrapped scallops were awesome! Followed up with a…read morelobster roll with fries!! Ample, easy parking. Will definitely stop n again!

Delicious food and drinks! The service was friendly and the place has great ambience. Our vegan…read morefriends loved their salads. You can enjoy the outside seating area after your visit.

Fabulous views from dining room…read more We ordered blackened haddock with sweet potatoes and feta cheese croquettes. ..and baby spinach. Forgot to take a picture because I got too busy eating.and it was so so good. We also had lobster roll which had lot of meat.