Batson River Fish Camp — Restaurant in Southwest Harbor

Really wanted to love this place, because we live in Portland and love their other Batson River location, but we left feeling very “meh” after spending over $120 for 2 people.

Pros: The waterfront views are stunning, we walked in without a reservation at 7pm on a summer night and there was no wait. The staff were very friendly and helpful, and let us switch to a table right on the water when it became available. I got the burger and thought it was great!

Cons: My wife got a salad and added shrimp, and the portion was laughably tiny. It looked like a side salad, she got 3 pieces of shrimp, and it cost $25. We also ordered chicken wings as our starter, and they forgot to put the order in their system. Eventually they came out after we’d already finished our entrees, which we normally wouldn’t have wanted, but my wife was still starving after that salad so it all worked out.

There were lots of other hotel guests there with kids because this is the more casual and family-friendly dining option at the Claremont, and unfortunately it felt like chaos. We love kids, but there were at least 5 kids from 2-3 different parties who were running and screaming on the dock & beach below for the entire 1.5hrs we were there, so we didn’t get the serene waterfront vibes we were hoping for. Not the restaurant’s fault at all, just something to be aware of in case you’re looking for a romantic date night vibe.

It was a convenient option and the views were gorgeous, but I wouldn’t make the trip out here if you’re not staying in SW Harbor, especially because the parking is extremely limited. Go to the Claremont’s other restaurant,...

We used to consistently bring 5 - 8 people to Fish camp by boat twice a week. The portions were perfect and the atmosphere/view cannot be beat. Their peanut butter pie was by far the best we've ever had, but that got cut from the menu. Service has always been friendly and quick. This year (ordering the same meals we ordered last year) the portions have been cut in half, and the menu has decreased in options. It's still very good, but everyone left hungry. We have gone back only a few times this summer to see if any course corrections have been made from other similar reviews, but haven't noticed any changes. We're locals, and we love the atmosphere and setting of Fish camp, but they are missing out on a lot of business. Bring back peanut butter pie!! :o) -...

I find although the food is good the portions are pretty small. I ordered salad with lobster today and it was quite a small salad like a side salad. I asked for extra dressing because there was literally none on the salad. The side of dressing was so scant you should be embarrassed! We asked for more and were told they were afraid they would run out! Not acceptable you can do much better for what clientele you're catering to. C'mon Also the lobster rolls are inconsistent with portion and quality. The service has been very good and the view is breath taking but you can't ride the coattails of that with food not on par with the atmospheres...