Food is delicious! Small plates and larger prices but as expected on an island
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kyra Williams
A Must-Visit Island Gem**
We had the pleasure of visiting Crown Jewel, and the journey alone was worth it. Taking the ferry to a small island offered a refreshing escape, with beautiful views of the city from a different perspective. Once there, we were greeted by an absolutely adorable, vibrant spot that feels like a tropical getaway in the heart of New England.
What surprised us the most was that, unlike many “instagrammable” places, the food here is just as good as the atmosphere. Every dish was well-prepared, and the drinks were fantastic—perfect for the tropical vibe they’ve created. Whether you’re looking to relax or celebrate, Crown Jewel delivers.
One tip: make sure to book a reservation in advance and enjoy this island experience to the fullest. Highly recommended!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mer Feero
A cute little spot conveniently located near the ferry service at Diamond Cove. The mussels were delicious!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Reuben Middleton
This place has delicious food. However, you have to enter with the mindset that you are going to be spending a lot of money. The dishes are individually very well made but each one is the price of a normal meal and you will have to buy multiple. I would thoroughly recommend it if you have the money to spend. The waitstaff were very friendly and the food arrived promptly and was delicious. The tuna tartare was our favourite.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mandy Friday
Loved everything about this place! I went when visiting friends and can’t wait to go back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
EC Mak
Very hyped up place... not sure it lived up to the hype? More of a snack/appetizer place. Questionably worth the time and effort to visit for an actual meal, but aesthetically pleasing, with good vibes and delicious food!
TDLR- take a ferry, pay $100 per person, eat delicious snacks off paper plates, be just full enough to not be hungry, wait an hour for the ferry back to Portland.
--- The food itself was fantastic, but portions were very small- more like snacks for the price ($15-$35 for two-ish bites), which compared to any upscale restaurant in Portland feels like you're being scammed a little by thinking this would be a meal. I'm all for small portions and I think they can be done tastefully as many restaurants on the peninsula, but these portions were so small they felt disingenuous. I think it would be more accurate if this place was advertised as a snack bar or appetizer spot.
The food also came in plastic/single use bamboo plates and utensils, which made us feel like we're at a picnic spot- sure for the "environmental" piece of it, but wouldn't it make more sense to have real cutlery so you can actually use it over and over again? Not sure it made much sense from any standpoint, and took away from overall experience.
Ferry times are really awkward if you're going for dinner, which makes you either rush to finish your meal, wait an hour or two before eating or, an hour or two after eating. Fine in daylight because you can explore the island but less so in the dark. More of a nuisance, but would probably be worth it for the right restaurant.
It's a cool experience to catch the ferry for dinner and back, but not sure if I would go again, especially with all the good restaurants in Portland that is easier to access, with more elevated experiences for it's prices.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
EC Mac
Very hyped up place... not sure it lived up to the hype? More of a snack/appetizer place. Questionably worth the time and effort to visit for an actual meal, but aesthetically pleasing, with good vibes and delicious food!
TDLR- take a ferry, pay $100 per person, eat delicious snacks off paper plates, be just full enough to not be hungry, wait an hour for the ferry back to Portland.
--- The food itself was fantastic, but portions were very small- more like snacks for the price ($15-$35 for two-ish bites), which compared to any upscale restaurant in Portland feels like you're being scammed a little by thinking this would be a meal. I'm all for small portions and I think they can be done tastefully as many restaurants on the peninsula, but these portions were so small they felt disingenuous. I think it would be more accurate if this place was advertised as a snack bar or appetizer spot.
The food also came in plastic/single use bamboo plates and utensils, which made us feel like we're at a picnic spot- sure for the "environmental" piece of it, but wouldn't it make more sense to have real cutlery so you can actually use it over and over again? Not sure it made much sense from any standpoint, and took away from overall experience.
Ferry times are really awkward if you're going for dinner, which makes you either rush to finish your meal, wait an hour or two before eating or, an hour or two after eating. Fine in daylight because you can explore the island but less so in the dark. More of a nuisance, but would probably be worth it for the right restaurant.
It's a cool experience to catch the ferry for dinner and back, but not sure if I would go again, especially with all the good restaurants in Portland that is easier to access, with more elevated experiences for it's prices.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Jennifer Caroccio Maldonado
Cute space, love the aesthetics. Delicious food, everything was well cooked and seasoned. Definitely worth the boat ride! Not nursing friendly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Deviled Eggs
John W
This secret little restraunt is amazing. The staff are amazing, and they make the worlds best banana sundae. Highly Recommend.
Gabi Fink
The best place in the Island. Excellent food and service. Good music in a free and dinamico atmosphere. A must in GDI.
Outstanding food and drinks with fun atmosphere. Great excursion from
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Monique G
The whole experience was wonderful. Staff was very friendly and efficient, food was beautiful, and we had a great time.
Tony M.
I can't get over how good the food is here. I think about it weeks later. The drinks are outstanding, too. This might be the best restaurant I have ever been to in New England. It's a fun adventure if you're in Portland to hop on the ferry and visit. Make a reservation. It fills up quickly and constantly.
Kid-friendliness: Best chicken fingers I have ever eaten. My 9 year old talks about them at school when asked what she did over summer vacation.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Deviled Eggs
Juan Pablo Madrid
The restaurant is clean and visually pleasing. Very instagrammable. Unfortunately, the food is mediocre. I ordered a few plates and the only saving grace were the mussels. At least the ferry ride was nice, but just go to Peaks Island instead.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 4
Michael Snow
Went for shaved ice. Was disappointed they didn't have the flavors and toppings like in past years. It was still cool and refreshing.
Food is delicious! Small plates and larger prices but as expected on an island
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A Must-Visit Island Gem**
We had the pleasure of visiting Crown Jewel, and the journey alone was worth it. Taking the ferry to a small island offered a refreshing escape, with beautiful views of the city from a different perspective. Once there, we were greeted by an absolutely adorable, vibrant spot that feels like a tropical getaway in the heart of New England.
What surprised us the most was that, unlike many “instagrammable” places, the food here is just as good as the atmosphere. Every dish was well-prepared, and the drinks were fantastic—perfect for the tropical vibe they’ve created. Whether you’re looking to relax or celebrate, Crown Jewel delivers.
One tip: make sure to book a reservation in advance and enjoy this island experience to the fullest. Highly recommended!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A cute little spot conveniently located near the ferry service at Diamond Cove. The mussels were delicious!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place has delicious food. However, you have to enter with the mindset that you are going to be spending a lot of money. The dishes are individually very well made but each one is the price of a normal meal and you will have to buy multiple. I would thoroughly recommend it if you have the money to spend. The waitstaff were very friendly and the food arrived promptly and was delicious. The tuna tartare was our favourite.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Loved everything about this place! I went when visiting friends and can’t wait to go back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very hyped up place... not sure it lived up to the hype? More of a snack/appetizer place. Questionably worth the time and effort to visit for an actual meal, but aesthetically pleasing, with good vibes and delicious food!
TDLR- take a ferry, pay $100 per person, eat delicious snacks off paper plates, be just full enough to not be hungry, wait an hour for the ferry back to Portland.
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The food itself was fantastic, but portions were very small- more like snacks for the price ($15-$35 for two-ish bites), which compared to any upscale restaurant in Portland feels like you're being scammed a little by thinking this would be a meal. I'm all for small portions and I think they can be done tastefully as many restaurants on the peninsula, but these portions were so small they felt disingenuous. I think it would be more accurate if this place was advertised as a snack bar or appetizer spot.
The food also came in plastic/single use bamboo plates and utensils, which made us feel like we're at a picnic spot- sure for the "environmental" piece of it, but wouldn't it make more sense to have real cutlery so you can actually use it over and over again? Not sure it made much sense from any standpoint, and took away from overall experience.
Ferry times are really awkward if you're going for dinner, which makes you either rush to finish your meal, wait an hour or two before eating or, an hour or two after eating. Fine in daylight because you can explore the island but less so in the dark. More of a nuisance, but would probably be worth it for the right restaurant.
It's a cool experience to catch the ferry for dinner and back, but not sure if I would go again, especially with all the good restaurants in Portland that is easier to access, with more elevated experiences for it's prices.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Very hyped up place... not sure it lived up to the hype? More of a snack/appetizer place. Questionably worth the time and effort to visit for an actual meal, but aesthetically pleasing, with good vibes and delicious food!
TDLR- take a ferry, pay $100 per person, eat delicious snacks off paper plates, be just full enough to not be hungry, wait an hour for the ferry back to Portland.
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The food itself was fantastic, but portions were very small- more like snacks for the price ($15-$35 for two-ish bites), which compared to any upscale restaurant in Portland feels like you're being scammed a little by thinking this would be a meal. I'm all for small portions and I think they can be done tastefully as many restaurants on the peninsula, but these portions were so small they felt disingenuous. I think it would be more accurate if this place was advertised as a snack bar or appetizer spot.
The food also came in plastic/single use bamboo plates and utensils, which made us feel like we're at a picnic spot- sure for the "environmental" piece of it, but wouldn't it make more sense to have real cutlery so you can actually use it over and over again? Not sure it made much sense from any standpoint, and took away from overall experience.
Ferry times are really awkward if you're going for dinner, which makes you either rush to finish your meal, wait an hour or two before eating or, an hour or two after eating. Fine in daylight because you can explore the island but less so in the dark. More of a nuisance, but would probably be worth it for the right restaurant.
It's a cool experience to catch the ferry for dinner and back, but not sure if I would go again, especially with all the good restaurants in Portland that is easier to access, with more elevated experiences for it's prices.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Cute space, love the aesthetics. Delicious food, everything was well cooked and seasoned. Definitely worth the boat ride! Not nursing friendly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Deviled Eggs
This secret little restraunt is amazing. The staff are amazing, and they make the worlds best banana sundae. Highly Recommend.
The best place in the Island. Excellent food and service. Good music in a free and dinamico atmosphere. A must in GDI.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Outstanding food and drinks with fun atmosphere. Great excursion from
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The whole experience was wonderful. Staff was very friendly and efficient, food was beautiful, and we had a great time.
I can't get over how good the food is here. I think about it weeks later. The drinks are outstanding, too. This might be the best restaurant I have ever been to in New England. It's a fun adventure if you're in Portland to hop on the ferry and visit. Make a reservation. It fills up quickly and constantly.
Kid-friendliness: Best chicken fingers I have ever eaten. My 9 year old talks about them at school when asked what she did over summer vacation.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Deviled Eggs
The restaurant is clean and visually pleasing. Very instagrammable. Unfortunately, the food is mediocre. I ordered a few plates and the only saving grace were the mussels. At least the ferry ride was nice, but just go to Peaks Island instead.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 4
Went for shaved ice. Was disappointed they didn't have the flavors and toppings like in past years. It was still cool and refreshing.
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