Carriage House Restaurant
A Boothbay Harbor gem offering a unique dining experience with a fun atmosphere, exceptional food quality, and attentive service.
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Carriage House Restaurant
Highlights
Must-see attractions
A Boothbay Harbor gem offering a unique dining experience with a fun atmosphere, exceptional food quality, and attentive service.
Try Daily Specials
Check out the daily specials to sample seasonal menu items for a unique culinary experience.
Cocktail Recommendation
Order the Perch Island Painkillah cocktail for a well-crafted and memorable drink.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
American
Price
Mid-range
Phone
(207) 633-6025
Address
388 Ocean Point Rd, East Boothbay, ME 04544, USA
Website
eatcarriagehouse.com/Highlights
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Unique Coastal Character
This isn't your typical stuffy coastal restaurant; it boasts a fun, down-to-earth vibe with plenty of character.
Award-Winning Chef's Flavors
Chef Kelly Farrin, a local award-winner, masters unique, balanced, and seasonal flavor pairings.
Generous Portions & Fresh Seafood
Enjoy plentiful servings of delicious seafood like crab cakes and fresh whole lobsters.
Plans like a pro.
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Try Daily Specials
Check out the daily specials to sample seasonal menu items for a unique culinary experience.
Cocktail Recommendation
Order the Perch Island Painkillah cocktail for a well-crafted and memorable drink.
Make Reservations
Consider booking in advance for special occasions or during busy times to ensure a table.
Seating Preferences
When reserving, inquire about indoor seating if you prefer it over outdoor dining.
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Try Daily Specials
Check out the daily specials to sample seasonal menu items for a unique culinary experience.
Cocktail Recommendation
Order the Perch Island Painkillah cocktail for a well-crafted and memorable drink.
Make Reservations
Consider booking in advance for special occasions or during busy times to ensure a table.
Seating Preferences
When reserving, inquire about indoor seating if you prefer it over outdoor dining.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Carriage House Restaurant receives praise for its attentive and friendly service, unique atmosphere, and generous portions, with many highlighting the fresh seafood and award-winning chef's creations. However, some recent reviews mention a decline in food quality and rising prices, with specific complaints about blandness and overcooked items.
"I had the pleasure of photographing a wedding at The Carriage House this fall and WOW, it was such a great experience. The ambiance is fun and down to earth. Definitely not a stuffy, boring coastal restaurant. This place has plenty of character! If you want a unique venue that will still provide you with a professional, efficient, and friendly experience you can't go wrong with The Carriage House."
Andrew Hager
"We came out to dinner this evening and what a great choice. I thought I knew what I wanted because I have been craving fresh fish and was going to simply get the Fish & Chips until they read the specials and then I couldn't decide!! I ended up going with the Fried Scallop basket. Delicious lightly battered crispy scallops that I could taste 🤤 w/ hand cut french fries. We also got the crab cakes, they were plentiful and fresh.... the aioli elevated the flavor. I was very impressed with the GRILLED Romaine Caesar w/ homemade dressing (I don't find it often) 🔥 I left full but didn't skip out on dessert for later 😜 couldn't resist trying cherry-raspberry pie service was great they were prompt accommodating and very friendly, we will definitely be back"
Jillian Dunn
"Found this restaurant on Google maps while visiting Ocean point. My decision to dine here was a good one. My food was delicious. The staff were friendly and nice. I was one of the first customers as I arrived quite early. The atmosphere of the restaurant was calm and pleasant. The food was also a pleasant surprise with its excellent taste. Highly recommended!"
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Frequently Asked Questions
It offers a fun, down-to-earth ambiance and unique character, setting it apart from typical coastal restaurants.
Yes, it's recommended to make reservations in advance for special occasions or busy periods.
Yes, the restaurant can accommodate dietary needs like celiac disease.
Popular dishes include surf and turf, crab cakes, ribs, steak, fish and chips, and fresh whole lobsters.
The restaurant offers outdoor seating, and you can request it when making reservations.
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Insider Tips for Visiting the Boothbay Peninsula
For sandwich connoisseurs, stop in at the Carriage House Restaurant for the best fish sandwich in the region. Haddock blackened with chef-owner Kelly Patrick Farrin’s own spice blend is served with pickled red onion and the chef’s special sauce. “Whatever you order, he is a master at unique, balanced, seasonal flavor pairings,” says Betts.
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A few friends and I celebrated with a brunch at the Carriage House on Feb. 12. It was a blast, the food was great, the bloody marys and mimosas were ridiculous, and our stomachs hurt when we left. As much from the laughter as the copious amounts of food.
Our Top 5 Dinner Spots in Boothbay
Farm-to-table food, big portions, and something on the menu for everyone!. Chef Kelly Farrin is a lifelong local, with lots of awards for his fantastic food!
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