Coveside Restaurant & Marina

4.3 ( 190 reviews )
Checking... 11:30 AM - 4:00 PM See Hours
98 Coveside Rd, South Bristol, ME 04568, United States
+1 207-644-8282

Coveside Restaurant & Marina in South Bristol, ME, is a seafood lover's paradise, delivering both stunning views and exceptional culinary delights. Diners rave about the ambiance, with many highlighting the cheerful vibe that enhances the dining experience.

Standout dishes include the chorizo mussels served with crusty bread, which complement the rich flavors beautifully. The stuffed halibut, accompanied by lobster claw-loaded mashed potatoes, has been described as "amazing." Customers also praise the Thai-inspired seafood stew, perfectly cooked fish like haddock piccata, and generous portions of shrimp over linguine. One patron, Miriam Martzolf, declared the crab roll as the best she’s ever tasted, featuring nearly pure crab on a substantial 10-inch roll.

Though some patrons have encountered longer wait times during busy periods, many feel the end result is worth it. A picturesque harbor setting enhances the whole experience, making Coveside a must-visit for those seeking a memorable seafood dinner at a reasonable price. With a menu that highlights freshness and flavor, Coveside Restaurant & Marina is indeed a gem on Maine’s coast.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
    • No delivery
  • Highlights
    • Has live music
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves brunch
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has gender-neutral toilets
    • Has toilet
    • Has Wi-Fi
    • Free Wi-Fi
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
  • Planning
    • Reservations required
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed

Reviews For Coveside Restaurant & Marina

Owen
Jun 26,2025
What views! The whole place has amazing views. Great happy vibe. Chorizo mussels great with nice crusty bread. Had the stuffed halibut and it was amazing with a side of mashed potatoes loaded with lobster claws! Thai inspired seafood stew was amazing and all the fish was perfectly cooked. Haddock piccata excellent and shrimp over linguine excellent too. One of the best seafood dinners I’ve had at this price point.
Coral Ouellette
Jun 16,2025
A great restaurant. But we hit on a busy day and had to wait 1.5 hours for the food. It was worth the wait. A beautiful little harbor.
Miriam Martzolf
Jun 2,2025
The best crab roll I have ever eaten. It was on a 10-inch roll and almost 100% pure crab. My husband had the grilled haddock sandwich and it had more fish on it than he could even eat even though it was delicious. The atmosphere is amazing and the service was outstanding.
Connie Ducaine
Jun 1,2025
Food and view were fantastic. Shrimp cocktail was huge.
h8yners
Jun 1,2025
Enjoyed a wonderful lunch outdoors. Comfortable dining with beautiful views. Fried shrimp and fried scallops had a light crunchy breading and lightly fried... simply delicious!
Jed Struckus
May 14,2025
There is no possible way that our dinner at the Coveside could have been improved. A fog had slowly settled onto Christmas Cove as we arrived. Beautiful. We had an inside table overlooking the harbor. The wait staff were warm, friendly, efficient and attentive. We started with a dozen Pemiquid Oysters on the half-shell. There is no way they could have been fresher and more succulent. We shared a bowl of Haddock Chowder. Sublime. The fish tender and not overcooked, the potatoes in that perfect spot between firm and soft, the chowder based with strong hints of butter and sherry. We split two orders of the Lobster Roll and the Lobster BLT. The lobster was tender and flavorful, and cooked to perfection. And WHOEVER came up with the idea of a Lobster BLT should be sainted! I mean...lobster, smoked bacon, lettuce and tomato with a light dressing of mayonaise on a perfectly grilled and butter sourdough???? YUM... And to round out a perfect meal; a chocolate torte that was rich and moist and CHOCOLATE. Not excessively sweet, and just right. This place was seafood heaven on earth. Totally worth the drive down.
eits rits
May 9,2025
Initially, I want to say , "Let's keep this a secret", but that would be wrong. Love Coveside. I took my father there for lunch, and it couldn't have been better. There was not even a twinge of attitude when I asked if my dog could accompany us on the porch. The hostess was kind, our server was pleasant, and the food and drinks were delicious. Beautiful spot by land or sea!
Shana Simonson
Apr 7,2025
The salads are so good! The beef is ground locally. The bacon jam is amazing and the desserts are homemade. The strawberry rhubarb was delicious! Beautiful view, affordable prices.

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