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Billy's Chowder House

216 Mile Rd, Wells, ME 04090-4129
207-646-7558
Ranked #13 of 44 restaurants in Wells
4.0 of 5 stars 277 Reviews
Cuisines: Seafood
Good for: Child-friendly, Bar Scene, Groups, Local cuisine
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Takeout, After-hours, Dessert
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Good for: Child-friendly, Bar Scene, Groups, Local cuisine
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Takeout, After-hours, Dessert
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Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, United States
Contributor
12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2012 NEW

We never miss having at least one meal here on our annual trip to Ogunquit. The seafood stew is absolutely world class! And besides, if it's good enough for George H. W. and Barbara Bush, it's good enough for us! Democrats are reportedly welcome too!

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Boston, Massachusetts
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4 reviews 4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2012 NEW

Billy's always gets at least one night if not two for dinners on my vacations. There food is always good, fresh and reasonably priced for the area. They are always busy so there is a wait. Worth the wait.

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Maine
Senior Reviewer
10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012 NEW

Good. Food . Casual summer place. Service was Ok. Great Location.

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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012 NEW

if you like eating and watching wild life billys is the place to go.they have many beers on tap .and very good service must try the bar area when dining for the best view of refuge

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Concord, New Hampshire
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Great seaffod and a unique location. Expect a wait.

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Winchester, New Hampshire
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4 reviews 4 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

Best around - good price - huge serving - also have really great mixed drinks

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Salem, MA
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012

We had a really nice time at Billy's. It was bright and clean, with a great view. The service was excellent and the food was quite good. I had grilled cheese and fries. The sandwich was perfect and the fries were good, though slightly over done. My husband got the fish and chips... the fish was some of the best... More

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Portland, Maine
1 review
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012

This is the first time in a decade that I have felt that it was necessary to write a restaurant review. First, my drink is always plain gin, to which I add my own ice. It was the smallest drink I have been served in 25 years. Second, we ordered seafood stuffed mushrooms-the filling was spoiled and we were scared... More

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Pembroke, MA
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

It was good, service excellent but for me nothing that would have me rushing back.

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Virginia Beach, Virginia
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38 reviews 38 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

Billy's Chowder House was a good stop. We were up in Maine for business and couldn't resist having lunch where "Lobsta" Rolls are famous. This little restaurat had a nice setup, friendly service, clean restrooms, and Very Good food. The prices were average. I would definately recommend this place to anyone.

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