Portland: Old Port Seafood Lovers Tour
Savor a Maine seafood luncheon and learn about Portland’s iconic working waterfront with a knowledgeable local guide.
What to order at Boone's Fish House + Oyster Room
- Must order
- The Maine lobster roll on a New England top-split bun, plus fish chowder.
- Signature dishes
- Lobster roll, Pan-roasted halibut, Fish chowder
- Editor tip
- Daily lunch and dinner; the deck fills early summer evenings.
CuisineNew England Seafood
Price$$$
Neighborhoodold-port
HoursMon-Thu 11:30-21:00, Fri-Sat 11:30-21:30, Sun 11:30-20:30
Phone(207) 774-5725
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Signature dishes: Lobster roll, Pan-roasted halibut, Fish chowder
Must order: The Maine lobster roll on a New England top-split bun, plus fish chowder.
Tip: Daily lunch and dinner; the deck fills early summer evenings.
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Location
Address: 6 Custom House Wharf, Portland, ME 04101
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