Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.5 out of 5
Outstanding | 3336 reviews

What User doesn't like about Thistle Inn:
There was quite a bit of confusion regarding where we were seated. The staff informed us that reservations made through OpenTable can sometimes be inaccurate. Now, about the food: the scallops were gritty, and the haddock appeared to be served at room temperature, which wouldn’t surprise me, as it took 2.5 hours for us to receive just two meals and an appetizer. The crab cake was a standout and the highlight of the m... View all feedback. What User likes about Thistle Inn:
That was our favorite meal in Boothbay Harbor. The service was excellent, and the food was incredibly delicious. We had a wonderful evening. There were five of us, and we enjoyed the tuna, lamb chops, filet, crab cake, and chowder. View all feedback.

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Gastroranking-it
4.6 ★ from 50 reviews
AndoverDan
30.09.2024 - 05:13

We ate outside on the porch, which was very pleasant the inside is wood paneled and very dark. The scallop risotto with lemon and spinach was memorable. We coul...

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Susan
30.09.2024 - 05:13

Absolutely fantastic meal! The chef is a genius!!! The weight staff was fantastic. Could not have had a better experience at dinner tonight!

Mark
30.09.2024 - 05:13

We ate at the restaurant Chowder great Haddock very good Blueberry pie OMG good

Kelly
30.09.2024 - 05:13

We went for my birthday and it was just so special! A Haddock chowder was a special chicken full of fish! So tasty. I spurlged w laxy man lobster

Randy
30.09.2024 - 05:13

We had a lovely dinner on the patio at Thistle Inn Restaurant! We ordered the arugula salad and the chicken and shrimp alfredo, and both were incredible. This w...

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Restaurantji
4.3 ★ from 277 reviews
Jeffrey
07.09.2024 - 09:15

Great service and food. Nice atmosphere on the porch. Caesar salad, tuna appetizer, caprese salad and cioppino were all on point.

Eileen
07.09.2024 - 09:15

We used to come to the Thistle Inn for years. We saw its up and downs. With the new owner Jenny it is at its peak! The food is incredible! It is so good we’re h...

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Marianne
07.09.2024 - 09:15

Gorgeous place. Loved the outdoor patio! Impressive service throughout. Amy is a WONDERFUL, knowledgeable professional server! Was also greeted by Ida at the do...

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Jennifer
07.09.2024 - 09:15

The baked haddock was fantastic. I'm going to order it again before the end of my vacation.

J
07.09.2024 - 09:15

We went here for dinner and didn't stay at this hotel solid 4. Very friendly with excellent service.

Menu
4.0 ★ from 10 reviews

If you have not been here, go! eating is really fantastic, service is friendly, and the ambiente is as cozy as ever.

Very enjoyable dinner. Great food and great service! Would definitely return for another meal. The waitstaff were very attentive, but not rushing... We highly r...

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Everything was great. One party member has food allergies and they were very accommodating. Food was fantastic.

This visit was a big disappointment and after having visited every trip to Boothbay for years, I doubt I will go back. The service was slow and the food was so...

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Had one of the best meals of my life! Cozy, romantic, with friendly and efficient staff. The food choices were exceptional and reasonably priced. Highly recomme...

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Opentable
4.3 ★ from 17 reviews
RisaFoody
24.07.2023 - 12:27

If you haven't been here for a while, GO! Food truly is fantastic, service is friendly, and the ambiance is as cozy as ever.

StephenG
24.07.2023 - 12:27

Great meal. We thoroughly enjoyed the food. Attentive service. Friendly staff. Warm atmosphere. Great drinks and everything well priced.

OpenTable
24.07.2023 - 12:27

Stayed at the Inn. Made reservations 2 days prior the reservation wasnt honored we had dinner at another restaurant. Never got to try the food. Customer service...

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OpenTable
24.07.2023 - 12:27

An unsurprising menu. The food was middle of the road. The steak was overdone. It was serviceable, but far too expensive for what was provided.

Wonderful experience ! Cozy ambiance and professional , engaging service makes for a lovely dinner. The mussel appetizer special with coconut milk was heaven. S...

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Int Restaurants
4.6 ★ from 812 reviews

Thistle Inn is a great place to sit and have a great dinner and a honeymoon. I had many meals there. Everything is beyond and beyond the norm. My honeymoon was...

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So far our favorite place in Boothbay Harbor. The service was wonderful and the food was really something to write at home. Nathan had a perfect calfcake and I...

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My new favorite restaurant! Best crab cake I ever had! Everything on the menu is fantastic. Baked filled squid is a favorite and last night we had a red Snapper...

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Spent Sunday evening in The Pub Restaurant of this lovely Inn to say I enjoyed myself would be absolute huge understatement. The Ambiance was perfect the people...

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We can’t say enough about this place. The location is great, just on the edge of town. Short walk to the lovely stores and harbor. The food is excellent! The st...

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Yelp
4.5 ★ from 45 reviews
David
04.01.2024 - 19:33

I recently visited Booth Bay and stayed with some friends who spend their summers there. The ambiance of the restaurant was fantastic; we sat outside, and it wa...

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Renee
04.01.2024 - 19:33

I had never visited the Thistle Inn when it was under previous management, so I can’t compare it to before. However, I was thoroughly impressed with my experien...

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Berkeley
04.01.2024 - 19:33

Absolutely fantastic dinner! If you're looking to escape the tourist traps, this spot offers a true taste of local charm. The experience was phenomenal. We dine...

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Google
4.6 ★ from 450 reviews
Tripadvisor
4.4 ★ from 691 reviews
Menupix
4.6 ★ from 10 reviews
Gastroranking-us
4.6 ★ from 1034 reviews

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