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    The Pickled Wrinkle

    4.3 (236 reviews)
    ModeratePubs, Burgers, Pizza
    Open 12:00 pm - 8:00 PM

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    THE PICKLED WRINKLE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Live music
    Good for kids

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    Drea H.

    Let's begin with the ambiance! Schoodic peninsula is gorgeous, we rented hybrid electric bikes and ended at the Pickled wrinkle, which was suggested to us from a local. The restaurant is tucked away from the main road and has plenty of seating inside and out. Nice little bar area decorated very nautical and cute. The star of the show was the blueberry margarita - WOW! That alone was 5 stars. The food was decent, we got a salad and some chicken tenders and then the Brussels sprouts. As you walk in, they note that it might take extra time to make your food because it's a small kitchen made to order but we were pleasantly surprised at how efficient they were! Our waitress was kind and helpful. If we were locals to this area definitely would be back!

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    Brad H.

    One of a kind establishment. Something that you really should try. We were here 8 years ago and are back since we were nearby. So the wrinkles are carnivorous sea snails. They are pickled. The story goes that years ago as the fishermen were starving during a bad fishing season..., the locals survived on pickled wrinkles. This is likely the only place on the planet that serves this unique delicacy. Don't miss the chance to try it. The crab cakes are delicious too. The place is rustic so the ambiance is pure Maine. Folks are friendly and helpful. One of the most unique places in Maine. The owner is Jesse and a nice guy. Tell him the Hobbs from SC sent you.

    Garlic and Parmesan haddock meal
    Stacey H.

    Just happened to end up in the parking lot of the Picked Wrinkle, so we decided to go in and eat. What a great choice! The food was delicious and the service was phenomenal! We love when we can go to a place to eat and talk to the locals and learn about the area. Leslie had some great recommendations for appetizers and meals and we greatly appreciated the great service and hospitality! We plan on going back during our stay.

    Blueberry margarita and beer
    Jessica Z.

    Everything was good. Margaritas and pizza were great. Pickled wrinkle is a must try and then never again.

    Geaghans Brown Ale- very good
    Whisper W.

    We stopped in hoping to get some seafood based on past yelp reviews and pictures. Their menu was definitely more Pub/American style as they mainly had pizza and burgers. They had a crab roll special and a crab cake special. We got the crab cakes. They were delicious but barely a small amount and was $27. We ended up down the road at Bunkers afterwards to actually get seafood and it was MUCH cheaper and very good. The local draft beer was good and they had a great selection . I would not go back if I came through town again unless I was looking for bar type food.

    Pickles
    Diane H.

    A regular stop on my way out of Schoodic Point. Never disappoints. Gave the $4 pickled wrinkle a try this time, a one and done for me! Left it in the napkin, but can say I tried it! The cheeseburger and cole slaw was delicious. Was kinda surprised we weren't asked how we wanted it cooked, but it came out medium well and I was ok with it! We skipped desserts and went to Ben & Me next door for ice cream

    Jennifer C.

    Amazing food. Amazing service. I'd drive back to eat here. Great selection of cider which is a bonus in my books. I had the black bean burger with the house salad. The blueberry balsamic was the bomb! I would go back for that alone. My son loved the crab cake sandwich. My BF loved his salad as well. Yes, we had a wrinkle. Yes, I would have more. Go there now!

    Fresh haddock fish & chips

    My friends and I have some favorite places. Today we went to Schoodic Point. We ate a late lunch at The Pickled Wrinkle. I had their fresh haddock fish & chips - it was excellent! The blueberry cosmo was good also. Service is always friendly. It is a pub with outside setting in the summer; loved the license plates in the bar.

    Black and blue salad
    Jae S.

    Just ate here for lunch and it was a delightful surprise. The servers were very friendly and don't mind providing recommendations if asked. Since it's almost Halloween, they had fun Halloween decor inside and outside. They had a cute candy station by the front door and cobwebs, skeletons, and purple lights hanging inside. I ordered the Wisconsin cheese turds as an app owns they were perfectly fried and cheesy. Don't sleep on these curds. For my entree, I got the Nautical burger with fries. It came with 100% natural Maine beef, sharp cheddar, bbq sauce ( My fave) , and crispy bacon. It was a delicious bbq burger and did not disappoint. I would definitely order this again. My friend got the black and blue salad which was also delicious and highly recommended. They have a full bar so you can pick your alcoholic beverage of choice. I ordered a blueberry margarita which was refreshing and not overly sweet like other flavored margaritas I've had in the past. My friend got the blue Cosmo and she gave it an 8 out of 10. All in all, a good spot for lunch and a drink with Downeast local vibes.

    The water is served in a nice container (no its. Not vodka .

    This is a great gem in Birch Harbor, Maine! The food is delicious, the ambience is quaint, and the Service is exceptional (ask for my friend Lucy.

    Diet Coke and a local ale
    K R.

    Great place in Birch Harbor for lunch or dinner, or supper like we did! My friend has been stopping by regularly, but it was my first time. Lots of seating options, and friendly, prompt staff. We both opted for the bacon cheeseburger and a side of pickles. Curiosity had us inquiring about a quick appetizer as we were told there would be a little wait time. Pickled wrinkles was the suggestion, the name sake for the Restaurant. A local delicacy possibly, but oh my neither my friend nor I could eat them. It was a good thought, but no thanks. The food was delicious, as was my beer, a local draft.

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    2 years ago

    Good appetizers (we had the pretzel/cheese and the brussels) and the best blueberry cider (maniac blueberry cider)!!

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    2 years ago

    The food- crab cakes and garlic, Parm haddock were delicious. Service was attentive and friendly. Ambiance was casual and comfortable.

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    Best salad ever farm fresh like they picked it in the morning great crab on top great service!

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    3 years ago

    We had a drinks and pickled wrinkles. You have to ask for the pickled wrinkles and they were delicious! Bartender was awesome. Great place!

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    Outdoor seating available. Friendly service. Good craft beers and the pizza was awesome, had the carnivore.

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    If you're in need of an uncommonly great meal, superb selection of local brew, and even space to eat outdoors, it's the Pickled Wrinkle.

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    First and foremost, the two stars are for the waitress and bartender/waitress who clearly were…read moreoverburdened and still killing it. We ordered the baked lobster dinner and while decent in taste of haddock stuffing in the baked whole lobster and size of it, it took entirely too long (35 minutes) , not because the kitchen was heavy on orders and lean on staff, it was audibly clear that there was way too much fooling around going on and not enough cooking. I worked in the oil and gas industry so cursing starts to become white noise to me, however, I felt uncomfortable for the elderly patrons and children present with all the F-bombs that were being announced from the kitchen and launched at the waitress. Clearly it is a favorite with locals (as evidence in the bar area) and I can see why with how great the servers/bartender are but the wait compounded by the inedible sides (a canned green bean, frozen veg mix with peppers that was intensely bitter and mashed potatoes that were clearly sitting in a warmer for too long just isn't worth a second trip. It was Saturday and apparently besides the slim pickings, everyone rolls up the sidewalk by 7 or 8 respectively so we went there by default, not design.

    What a pleasant surprise! Place was jammed on a Thursday…read morenight at 715 and totally empty at 8:30. Big crowd slowed the service at first but the waitress apologized and made up for it with quick and pleasant service once she got to us. Food was really good. Crab Stew was the best crab soup we ever had; chock full with a ton af crab meat and a nice creamy, buttered broth. No potatoes. Lobster Risotto was baked in scallop shells topped with bread crumbs and was delicious. Regular menu included mussels as well as fried seafood and assorted burgers. A tall glass dessert case as you come in was very tempting but with soup, salad and Risotto we were filled to the gills. I wish we had the time to try it again this year.

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