The Top Seafood Shacks in Maine

1 of 6 Courtesy of Dudley's Refresher

Dudley’s Refresher, Castine  

This newcomer on the town dock has become an overnight hit with picky locals. 5 Sea St.; dudleysrefresher.com. 

2 of 6 © Deborah L. Gagnon

This roadside shack boasts that there’s one whole lobster  in each roll. 41 Water St.; 207-882-6128.  

3 of 6 © Shelley Bowen

Go for the scenic view of Portland Head Light, stay for the killer lobster rolls on  local buns. 1000 Shore Rd.; biteintomaine.com.  

4 of 6 © Daryl Getman

Built on a bridge; has the finest fried clams in Maine. The steamed lobster and lemonade are tops. 2 Western Ave.; theclamshack.net. 

Snag a table on the deck for sunset views. Check on the  wait via webcam before you  go. 50-70 Perkins Cove Rd.; barnbilly.com. 

Our favorite outlet-shopping respite—minutes from  Kittery. 16 Chauncey Creek Rd.; chaunceycreek.com.