We had to wait 2.5 hours in line but I must admit it was worth the wait. It was the best lobster roll I have ever eaten. Tons of lobster on roll and oh so sweet.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Linda Scrivner
After seeing this place on a food network show, we decided to stop at it on our way for a vacation at Bar Harbor. I read lots of reviews and many people said it wasn't worth the wait or it wasn't better than what you can get at lots of other locations. We decided to give it a try anyway. I have to say we weren't disappointed. The lobster rolls were amazing. They had so much lobster in them and were really tender and sweet. Food wise we were really happy. The downside was that we waited in line for two hours. Our timing wasn't great as a tour bus had just got there and unloaded right before us. Had we known the line would move so slowly, we probably wouldn't have waited since the temperature outside was in the mid 40s; which we also didn't dress for. There is some outdoor seating but after a two hour wait in what felt like freezing temps, we decided to eat in our car. 😂 All in all, we would go back if we head that direction again, because it was that good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kristin Zdanczewicz
Best Lobster Roll in the area. Hands down
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tina Meyers
Took 2 hours to get through the line
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
Nichoel Watson
Took forever to order. Food was not great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 1
Cher Bare
The service is above and beyond. Food is great. The seating is outside only. No restrooms.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Red's Lobster Roll
Niki Thurman
Words cannot describe how excited I was to come back here. I’ve been dreaming of this place since I ate here 8 years ago. I made plans around visiting Reds and double checked the times they were open, both on google and on their website. I drove from Bar Harbor on my way back to Boston and when I pulled up they were closed. I get things happen but just update your hours. So sad.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 1
Teresa Morgan
Note: CASH (or check) ONLY (atm on site)
$89 for 2 Big Ole Lobster Roll piled high w/+1lb of meat Side Sea Scallops (4 huge one) 2 Whoopie Pies (1 chocolate, 1 pumpkin maple)
We stopped in around 1pm, about a week before the last day of the season. We were served at our table around 230pm.
They were out of several things, but still had a lot of options. As we were planning to get clams, which were sold out, we opted for a side of sea scallops & I may never order clams again. They are THAT good.
Staff were as friendly as ever & I love that they incorporate things from other local business - like the rolls/bread, butter & whoopie pies.
There are benches built in around the deck. As the line gets long, it's no doubt helpful. Waits vary but can reach the 3hr mark. I feel like that is partly staff controlling the flow, as seating is available only after ordering. Once you order, off to the deck & they bring your food out. Delivery was pretty quick & there was ample butter, as well as a bag for leftovers, & hand wipes.
Everything was delish and, given current market prices, not crazy expensive. Especially since we bought 10 lobsters at the lobster pound for just shy of $200 2 days later & I'd say it took roughly 2 to get the same amount of meat.
While the world knows that Red's is recognized with many awards as the best lobster roll... we now know that they also have the best seafood scallops! Dip them in butter and thank me later!
The big question is, of course, is it worth the wait when there are lobster shacks all around, including across the street. The truthful answer is maybe... the roll is iconic, thou you could buy 2 elsewhere & double up your meat, the scallops are unique and crave worthy, the service friendly & cheerful. I'd say, if you have the time, try it for yourself and you decide!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kim Henderson
Why would anyone leave and drive almost an hour from Portland for a lobster roll when they are everywhere in Portland??? Because there is really only one lobster roll and it is at Red’s! Worth the drive every time. The service is superior & the lobster so fresh it is mind blowing. Don’t like lobster? Try their hotdogs or burgers or their chicken sandwich. All are tasty and value for your money. Worth the wait in line or get there around 10:30am to be first in line. Bring cash since they are cash only. Will be back and back and back time and time again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
June Kelly
I have always skipped Lobster Rolls. Too expensive for what you get. Well our son took us to Red’s Eats and wow. The LR was fantastic. I might have liked it warm but still delicious. The service was A 1. Very friendly. Next time we come to Maine heading for Red’s Eats.
We didn’t get to try Red’s Eats because the line was incredibly long both times we stopped by — easily over an hour wait. I’ve heard great things about their lobster rolls, and I know Phil visited and enjoyed it, but honestly, I’m not sure the food is worth such a long line.
If you’re in the area, I’d recommend going across the street instead. The other seafood spot offers similar menu items and has a much nicer seating area without the long wait. The whole area around Red’s is very crowded, the streets are narrow, and parking is limited — you’ll likely need to walk quite a distance.
Overall, it’s not worth the visit in my opinion, especially if you’re just passing through. There are plenty of great seafood places in Maine without the hassle.
Greg Dunko
Almost a 90 minute wait, yet worth it. Rarely does the food meet the hype, but Reds lobster roll exceeded all expectations. Absolutely amazing!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Daniel Sensenig
Yes it is $36 for a lobster roll but SOOOOOO worth it!!!!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nina Francis
The best lobster roll ever! Huge amount of lobster. The warm butter was exceptional. Staff is very courteous. It was an awesome experience.
We had to wait 2.5 hours in line but I must admit it was worth the wait. It was the best lobster roll I have ever eaten. Tons of lobster on roll and oh so sweet.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
After seeing this place on a food network show, we decided to stop at it on our way for a vacation at Bar Harbor. I read lots of reviews and many people said it wasn't worth the wait or it wasn't better than what you can get at lots of other locations. We decided to give it a try anyway.
I have to say we weren't disappointed. The lobster rolls were amazing. They had so much lobster in them and were really tender and sweet. Food wise we were really happy.
The downside was that we waited in line for two hours. Our timing wasn't great as a tour bus had just got there and unloaded right before us. Had we known the line would move so slowly, we probably wouldn't have waited since the temperature outside was in the mid 40s; which we also didn't dress for.
There is some outdoor seating but after a two hour wait in what felt like freezing temps, we decided to eat in our car. 😂
All in all, we would go back if we head that direction again, because it was that good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best Lobster Roll in the area. Hands down
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Took 2 hours to get through the line
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
Took forever to order. Food was not great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 1
The service is above and beyond. Food is great. The seating is outside only. No restrooms.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Red's Lobster Roll
Words cannot describe how excited I was to come back here. I’ve been dreaming of this place since I ate here 8 years ago. I made plans around visiting Reds and double checked the times they were open, both on google and on their website. I drove from Bar Harbor on my way back to Boston and when I pulled up they were closed. I get things happen but just update your hours. So sad.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 1
Note: CASH (or check) ONLY (atm on site)
$89 for 2
Big Ole Lobster Roll piled high w/+1lb of meat
Side Sea Scallops (4 huge one)
2 Whoopie Pies (1 chocolate, 1 pumpkin maple)
We stopped in around 1pm, about a week before the last day of the season. We were served at our table around 230pm.
They were out of several things, but still had a lot of options. As we were planning to get clams, which were sold out, we opted for a side of sea scallops & I may never order clams again. They are THAT good.
Staff were as friendly as ever & I love that they incorporate things from other local business - like the rolls/bread, butter & whoopie pies.
There are benches built in around the deck. As the line gets long, it's no doubt helpful. Waits vary but can reach the 3hr mark. I feel like that is partly staff controlling the flow, as seating is available only after ordering. Once you order, off to the deck & they bring your food out. Delivery was pretty quick & there was ample butter, as well as a bag for leftovers, & hand wipes.
Everything was delish and, given current market prices, not crazy expensive. Especially since we bought 10 lobsters at the lobster pound for just shy of $200 2 days later & I'd say it took roughly 2 to get the same amount of meat.
While the world knows that Red's is recognized with many awards as the best lobster roll... we now know that they also have the best seafood scallops! Dip them in butter and thank me later!
The big question is, of course, is it worth the wait when there are lobster shacks all around, including across the street. The truthful answer is maybe... the roll is iconic, thou you could buy 2 elsewhere & double up your meat, the scallops are unique and crave worthy, the service friendly & cheerful. I'd say, if you have the time, try it for yourself and you decide!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Why would anyone leave and drive almost an hour from Portland for a lobster roll when they are everywhere in Portland??? Because there is really only one lobster roll and it is at Red’s! Worth the drive every time. The service is superior & the lobster so fresh it is mind blowing. Don’t like lobster? Try their hotdogs or burgers or their chicken sandwich. All are tasty and value for your money. Worth the wait in line or get there around 10:30am to be first in line. Bring cash since they are cash only. Will be back and back and back time and time again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I have always skipped Lobster Rolls. Too expensive for what you get. Well our son took us to Red’s Eats and wow. The LR was fantastic. I might have liked it warm but still delicious. The service was A 1. Very friendly. Next time we come to Maine heading for Red’s Eats.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
It takes forever to get food here.
We didn’t get to try Red’s Eats because the line was incredibly long both times we stopped by — easily over an hour wait. I’ve heard great things about their lobster rolls, and I know Phil visited and enjoyed it, but honestly, I’m not sure the food is worth such a long line.
If you’re in the area, I’d recommend going across the street instead. The other seafood spot offers similar menu items and has a much nicer seating area without the long wait. The whole area around Red’s is very crowded, the streets are narrow, and parking is limited — you’ll likely need to walk quite a distance.
Overall, it’s not worth the visit in my opinion, especially if you’re just passing through. There are plenty of great seafood places in Maine without the hassle.
Almost a 90 minute wait, yet worth it. Rarely does the food meet the hype, but Reds lobster roll exceeded all expectations. Absolutely amazing!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Yes it is $36 for a lobster roll but SOOOOOO worth it!!!!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The best lobster roll ever! Huge amount of lobster. The warm butter was exceptional. Staff is very courteous. It was an awesome experience.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
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