Kaler's Restaurant
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A popular rustic spot with a nautical theme & family atmosphere for lobster & seafood by the harbor.
attractions: Cap'n Fish's Cruises, Cabbage Island Clambakes, Barrett's Park, Sherman's Maine Coast Book Shop Boothbay Harbor, Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, Boothbay Region Art Foundation, Harbor House Inn, Boothbay Harbor Footbridge, Ed Brown’s Wharfside Gallery, Oasis Day Spa, restaurants: Boothbay Lobster Wharf, Boathouse Bistro Tapas Bar & Restaurant, McSeagull’s Restaurant, Mine Oyster, Ports of Italy, Boothbay Harbor, Tugboat Restaurant, Thistle Inn Restaurant, HarborSide 1901Bar and Grill, Brady's, Red Cup Coffeehouse
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Description
A popular rustic spot with a nautical theme & family atmosphere for lobster & seafood by the harbor.
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This is a great choice of the many options in the area. If you like spicy, don't miss the spicy lobster soup!!! The short wait in line, down the stairs that come off the street, is worth it as you will quickly find yourself at a table either inside or out on their deck overlooking the bay. HOT TIP: There is ONE table down the dock ramp that is available for restaurant patrons. Most people don't realize you can actually sit there, but it is part of the restaurant. You may even witness an employee coming down to check their floating lobster bins (see pic) to decide the fate of who gets to move on to the lobster pot today. Lol. It's an awesome experience to feel the slight motion of the water as you sit at your picnic table on the bay. The food is good. My wife's sandwich was a little dry but I enjoyed my mixed basket of fried shrimp and oysters. After you order your food step to the right to grab any alcoholic beverages you want from the bar as you order them separate. Their deck is covered so you'll be protected from the sun. There is a menu posted at the top of the stairs but I have also attached pictures of the full menu here. There is two hour free street parking just outside the restaurant if you can find a spot. Please LIKE if you find this review helpful. Enjoy your day in Boothbay.
Shawn GillisShawn Gillis
130
Right on the water in Boothbay harbor in the center of town. This is a casual place with a bar, inside and outside seating. Menu includes burger, wraps, lobster rolls, ribs, chicken, hotdogs, fried seafood, baked seafood, lobster pie, steamed lobster, chowder, salads, steaks, dogs... Something for everyone. We sat outside to enjoy the beautiful autumn afternoon. I ordered the mussel appetizer steamed in white wine and garlic. There were 4 dozen mussels included. See photo. Delicous. Used all the bread to soak up the sauce. Cheap!!! This could have been shared with a full table of guests. Our server was friendly and helpful. She helped guide our choices of local craft beer and food order. We had potato skins topped with fresh lobster and fish tacos. We could barely waddle out. Highly recommended. Famy friendly. The also have happy hours.
Val HavillVal Havill
10
Kaler's is always on my list of stops in Boothbay Harbor. Why? Because of its super-fresh seafood that comes straight from their dock and into their kitchens. It was also the first place where I ever saw and then enjoyed Shipyard's Pumpkin ale (this was years ago; now Shipyard is readily available in many places on the northern part of the east coast). After many years and trips, Kaler's still delivers great seafood with great beers and drinks at affordable prices and surrounds its patrons in a homey, tavern-like feel. This might also be one of the furthest places in thw US to offer Kona beer (from Hawaii!) on tap. Oh, expect to see football or baseball any time on TV at the bar.
Gigi NicholsGigi Nichols
00
Great food and atmosphere. My kind of place. You order at the counter and pick up your food when they call your number. It’s not fancy at all. Prices are really good compared to other places. We weren’t looking for anything fancy and this was just right. We are outside on the deck, probably about 8 tables out there. There is seating inside. The town itself was not busy at all, so we didn’t wait to order. I would imagine, when the harbor area is busy this place would be as well. If you’re looking for fancy, skip this place. If you just want good, reasonable priced food, Kaler’s is your place!
Kelley DavenportKelley Davenport
10
During COVID-19 they have indoor dining, but no table service. The staff is friendly and efficient. You order from a laminated menu which is also up on the screens mounted on the wall. Yes to lobster rolls & lobster dinner on the menu. They serve it in a meal dish, along with crackers. Nice view of the water inside or out. Few outdoor tables. DO NOT PARK IN THE LOT NEXT DOOR- it's $40.00 because it's a private lot. Be prepared to park far away and walk to the restaurant. I was here in late September and I can't imagine the parking and traffic during the summer.
Kari WendelKari Wendel
30
8/13/21 A 50:50 experience. Ordered 2 onion rings. They were cold so I’m is not made to order. They did replace and were good. Now the haddock sandwich was horrible. First the fish was very very thin obviously used the tail. Then over cooked. Disappointed that when I told the front desk, she offered my money back which I refused and said just wanted you to know so you can address. Then she THREW it into the garbage…. No comment to the cook or to show him the degree of a terrible sandwich.
Jeffrey BeaulieuJeffrey Beaulieu
20
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Cap'n Fish's Cruises
Cabbage Island Clambakes
Barrett's Park
Sherman's Maine Coast Book Shop Boothbay Harbor
Opera House at Boothbay Harbor
Boothbay Region Art Foundation
Harbor House Inn
Boothbay Harbor Footbridge
Ed Brown’s Wharfside Gallery
Oasis Day Spa

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