Coastal Prime

Coastal Prime sits right on the harbor at the Boothbay Harbor Oceanside Inn, where the menu leans hard into local seafood but doesn't forget the landlubbers. The dining room is upscale and put-together, the deck overlooks the water, and the staff treats you like you're the only table that night. Go for dinner when the light's good, or linger into the evening when the heaters kick in and the fog rolls across the water.

• Lobster ravioli ranks among best meals in Maine.
• Haddock with clams and house sauce is unforgettable.
• Staff goes above and beyond on every detail.
• Heated deck with harbor views works year-round.

The lobster ravioli is the standout, but don't sleep on the haddock with little neck clams and its exceptional sauce. Duck breast shows up on repeat visitor wish lists. If your date doesn't eat seafood, the chicken in vodka sauce clears the plate. Start with clam chowder or a blueberry salad. The paella is solid if you're feeding two. End with the skillet cookie if you can fit it.

Upscale and calm inside, with big harbor views through the windows. The outdoor deck is the draw, especially with heaters and blankets for cooler nights. Noise level stays low enough for conversation.

The team knows how to make you comfortable. Staff will grab propane heaters, throw blankets over your lap, and check in without hovering. The bar mixes Maine touches into cocktails (blueberry mojitos, kiwi drinks) that feel seasonal and right. This is where you bring an anniversary or mark a nice occasion, or just drive back a second time because you can't stop thinking about the lobster ravioli.

Guests rave about the staff's attention and the freshness of the seafood. The lobster ravioli gets the most love. One recent visitor called the bread muffins "the best thing I've ever had." People come back on subsequent trips to Boothbay Harbor just to eat here again. A few note that timing on side orders can slip during rushes, but the overall care and kindness from servers and management is consistent.