The Boathouse Bistro
"It overlooks a very active piece of water full of all kinds of boats," Linda Greenlaw says. Open year-round. DETAILS Boothbay Harbor; 207-633-7300.
Cod End
A wharfside restaurant and market. "Tenants Harbor isn't a place tourists find; it's more of a quiet, working harbor." Open from Memorial Day through September. DETAILS Tenants Harbor; 207-372-6782.
Cook's Lobster House
"Boats sell their lobsters right at the dock." Open year-round. DETAILS Bailey Island; 207-833-2818.
Trenton Bridge Lobster Pound
Popular with those traveling to Bar Harbor for vacation, as well as those heading home who want lobsters packed for travel. DETAILS Trenton; 207-667-2977.