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Coastal Prime

4.5 156 reviews 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM 35 Atlantic Ave, Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538, United States

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Coastal Prime, located on the picturesque waterfront of Boothbay Harbor, ME, is earning accolades for its exceptional dining experience. Patrons rave about the restaurant's warm service and stunning views, which provide the perfect backdrop for any occasion. Lianna Kim highlighted the restaurant's remarkable attention to detail, noting the care given to her family, including her toddler. The lobster, deemed the freshest in Maine, and the impeccably crafted sushi roll emphasize the restaurant’s dedication to quality.

The menu at Coastal Prime boasts a delightful array of harbor classics and innovative dishes, expertly prepared and beautifully presented. Janet M commemorates her recent visits, expressing admiration for the variety and execution of each offering. Visitors also appreciate thoughtful touches like outdoor blankets and heaters, enhancing comfort while savoring delectable dishes like lobster ravioli and clam chowder.

The romantic atmosphere is also noteworthy, making it a perfect spot for special occasions; sunnyday202's anniversary dinner solidified this sentiment. Whether you’re a seafood enthusiast or have different culinary preferences, Coastal Prime guarantees a memorable meal that invites guests to return again and again. With a combination of stunning views, excellent service, and remarkable dishes, it's clear why Coastal Prime stands out as a premier dining destination in Maine.

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Amenities & More

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Coastal Prime before visiting.

Reviews for Coastal Prime

4.5
156 reviews
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Review highlights

Based on 156 reviews

Coastal Prime consistently receives praise for its exceptional dining experience, marked by attentive and personalized service. Reviewers highlight the staff’s dedication, including thoughtful gestures such as assisting with outdoor seating comfort and proactive customer care. The restaurant’s waterfront location offers a picturesque and serene atmosphere, enhancing the overall appeal. Food quality is a standout feature, with frequent comments on the freshness of seafood, particularly lobster and sushi, as well as a diverse menu that accommodates various preferences beyond seafood. Presentation and preparation are noted for their meticulous attention to detail, elevating classic dishes with unique and flavorful twists. While prices align with expectations for a premium dining venue, guests appreciate the value provided through the combination of setting, service, and culinary excellence. Overall, Coastal Prime is recognized for delivering a refined yet welcoming coastal dining experience that appeals to both locals and visitors alike.

Lianna Kim
Jul 11, 2025

Excellent experience here! The manager met us in the parking lot! (I’m called to ensure I was parking at the right place). Needless to say, service was wonderful. They were great with my toddler too. The food was awesome! Freshest lobster we had in Maine. Sashimi was great and had the best, clean sushi roll I’ve ever had (which is saying a lot). Lovely place on the water, quiet enough to have an easy conversation but not too quiet that my toddler stood out. Thank you for a wonderful, memorable food experience on our trip!

janet M
Jun 29, 2025

Last night was our second time in as many weeks to experience this restaurant under its new management. The venue offers the best dining view of Boothbay Harbor and the menu and service equal the view. The menu has a wonderful variety of harbor classics and unique dishes, meticulously prepared and presented, from amuse-bouche to dessert. The service team is welcoming and well-trained. Truly wonderful.

Brandon Osborne
Jun 17, 2025

On vacation from AZ and absolutely loved this place. Prices are as expected as I’m sure many look at but the service and food was amazing. The added blankets for anyone sitting outside was a great plus too.

sunnyday202
May 31, 2025

My husband and I went here for our anniversary and were not disappointed. I was surprised my husband suggested this place where he doesn’t like seafood but there was plenty on the menu for him to choose. I started with a blueberry salad and got the haddock with little neck clams for my main meal. The sauce was to die for! I would put that on everything. Hubby got the chicken and pasta in vodka sauce and cleaned his plate. The atmosphere was very romantic and they seated us near a window so we could look out at the harbor. My only complaint is I didn’t save enough room for dessert, the skillet cookie sounded amazing.

Erin McKee
May 29, 2025

I can’t say enough good things! Emre (the sweetest man! got us multiple propane tanks for the heaters and got us a dessert!) the host/ manager, Samantha our server and Alyssa, another server who helped get our drinks started, were all top notch, professional and kind! They seated us outside with two warmers, blankets and continued to check on us throughout our meal to make sure we were ok! The Lobster was fresh and delicious, the lobster ravioli was perfect and the clam chowder was to die for. The bread muffins were also the best thing I’ve ever had (not kidding) Shoutout to the bar team as well my kiwi cocktail was perfect for the occasion! Will be back next time we are in town!

Kyung Kim
Apr 18, 2025

Wife and I came with 20 month old toddler. The experience we had with the restaurant was amazing. We were late, no problem, didn’t know where to park, manager came out to parking lot to guide us. Wait staff was pro. We order sushi and whole lobster (why not we’re in Maine). Sushi was fresh as you can get, lobster was warm tasty with butter and mashed potatoes. We are bless to be able to travel a lot and have to say, this was one of the best experience we had since our daughter came to the world like F5 tornado.

Peter Newton
Apr 08, 2025

What an amazing spot and experience! We had dinner here on a Friday night a few weeks ago. The food (shared seafood paella entree), service and ambience were outstanding. The dining room and huge, horseshoe bar totally soak in the Boothbay Harbor scene. You can tell the outside deck will be a go-to spot in the Summer and Fall. I've already recommended this place to several people, both Maine residents and from away.

Matthew Borrelli (Matt's Backyard Projects)
Mar 22, 2025

Fine dining, very attentive staff. Best to have a reservation. We had the calamari, crab cake lobster bocatini, and the swordfish. All of our food was very good. We were not rushed and were able to enjoy our food and delicious drinks by the water!

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Address
35 Atlantic Ave, Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538, United States
Price range
$50–100
Category
Restaurants

Opening hours

  • Monday 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
  • Tuesday (Today) 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
  • Wednesday 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
  • Thursday 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
  • Friday 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
  • Saturday 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
  • Sunday 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

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