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The Boathouse Bistro Tapas Lounge & Restaurant

12 The By Way, Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538
(207) 633-0400
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Price range: ₹864 - ₹1,153
Cuisines: Bistro
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Bar Scene, Local cuisine, Outdoor seating, Special Occasion Dining, View
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Bar Scene, Local cuisine, Outdoor seating, Special Occasion Dining, View
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
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Bangor, Maine
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5 reviews 5 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

Go up to the highest deck, grab a Boothbay Punch, sit back and eat tapas all afternoon in the sun! Lobster risotto with asparagus was amazing and Mark loved the seafood stew -- like a cioppino -- Excellent! This was our third time there -- never a disappointment!!

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See 3 more reviews by Mary J for Boothbay Harbor
New England
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35 reviews 35 reviews
24 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW

... that you would find an outstanding tapas bar in Boothbay Harbor, ME??? It was off season, and a rainy Saturday night. We had been driving around to find a place that was open and just happened upon the Boathouse Bistro. It's fortunate that they serve small plates because we never could have decided from among the many tempting choices.... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 June 2013 via mobile

One of a few places where you are not pushed away in a corner with children...Mark, the owner welcomed us as a family with children and made us feel at home and in no rush to leave even though it was Saturday evening. The cocktails were naughty and the food delicious - small tasty tapas - great size portion (... More

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Saco, Maine
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12 reviews 12 reviews
10 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

Aleksandra was a wonderful server! Kudos to her for professionalism, friendliness, promptness, and attentiveness! We had a great meal, too! The appetizers of stuffed tomato and calamari with peanut sauce were excellent! The entrees of tender, peppercorn-encrusted hangar steak and grilled tuna with wasabi aioli and ginger were delectable! I would be remiss in not mentioning that the dirty martinis... More

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See 2 more reviews by Owlhead2 for Boothbay Harbor
Boston
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2013

We really enjoyed our meal and the atmosphere here. We had a party of 6 and we lucked out and all sat at the bar together since the other tables were all full. We sat on the 3rd floor deck and it was a beatiful night. We had a great bartender and all food was delish! Three out of the... More

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Redmond, Oregon
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54 restaurant reviews
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33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2013

We LOVE spanish tapas... real small bites that are tasty and authentically prepared. But something happened here... they liked the name but serve it in large portions that I guess the local clientelle demand..? The 'crispy" calamari was definitely not crispy and there was so much we couldnt eat it all. The sausage /mushroom / onion plate was simply that..big... More

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Lynn, Massachusetts
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7 restaurant reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

Interesting selections, choose a meal, a couple of tapas or more to share or a great burger. Dine up stairs or down, the wait staff is efficient and friendly. But don't look for a boiled lobster or steamers, there are other places for that.

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Cary, North Carolina
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2013

So many great items to choose from on the menu! We tried a ton of things and they were all good. Whatever you are in the mood for, they have it. The bartenders were very nice. Excellent place and a must try!

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See 2 more reviews by MelRose619 for Boothbay Harbor
Auburn, Alabama, United States
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5 restaurant reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 via mobile

We were walking around reading the menus of the restaurants around our hotel When We found this. My mom and I had the artisanal sausage, cheese boars and some wine. It was great and the atmosphere was great. For desert we had the creme brûlée, which was okay but not the greater. Overall I really enjoyed rtthe meal and it... More

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Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States
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6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

3 decks of dinner give you a wonderful view of the inner harbor in Boothbay. We make this one of our nights out when staying in Boothbay every summer. Great menu, great drinks, great view. They can seat large groups or an intimate dining experience. I would recommend trying reservations or getting their early. The summer months in Boothbay Harbor... More

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