Reds Eats
Seafood
41 Water St, Wiscasset, ME 04578
OUR SCORE
Accolades
- Featured in Food & Wine Magazine as one of America’s Best Lobster Rolls (2013)
- Recognized in "Serious Eats" as a top destination for lobster rolls (2017)
- Voted "Best Lobster Roll" in Maine by Yankee Magazine (2021)
- Included in USA Today's list for 10 Best Lobster Shacks in Maine
- Awarded the Certificate of Excellence by TripAdvisor (Multiple years)
Restaurant Summary
Red's Eats in Portland, Maine, stands out as a gem in the city's vibrant culinary landscape, offering an authentic taste of New England's iconic seafood. With its unassuming charm and casual atmosphere, Red's Eats instantly makes you feel like part of the local fabric, where the focus is solely on the quality of the fare rather than the frills of fine dining.
As a beacon for both seafood enthusiasts and curious foodies, this eatery has built a reputation for serving up some of the freshest and most generously portioned dishes. Chief among them is their legendary lobster roll, which is the star of the menu. Lobster lovers rejoice as succulent chunks of fresh, sweet Maine lobster are heaped into a buttery, toasted roll, with the meat sourced from the cold Atlantic waters. The simplicity of this dish allows the natural flavors to shine through, with just a touch of mayo or a drizzle of melted butter as optional enhancements.
But the culinary delights at Red's Eats don't end with the lobster roll. Their menu boasts a variety of other seafood staples, including fried clams that are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, showcasing the perfect balance of texture and taste. The haddock sandwich presents another local favorite, with flaky white fish that's lightly breaded and fried to golden perfection, nestled between fresh slices of bread.
For those preferring turf to surf, the restaurant also serves up a selection of non-seafood items such as their mouthwatering cheeseburger, a hearty option for those in search of some classic American comfort food. And let’s not forget about the sides - from golden, crispy fries to the traditional New England clam chowder, each dish complements the main event and rounds out a satisfying meal.
Red's Eats is more than just a restaurant; it's a quintessential Maine experience that embraces the simplicity of seaside dining while delivering unforgettable flavors that keep locals and tourists coming back for more.
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