Maine is known for some pretty iconic things, like having just as many moose up north as we have people, or a sweet taste of a blueberry pie, but nothing is more important to the state than the lobster. This delicious red shellfish is like a beloved state mascot just begging to be eaten. The hidden gem known as Shaw’s in New Harbor, Maine, has been serving up fresh lobsters for years. If you haven’t been then it’s time to find your way to this seafood place and see what all the hype is about.

Shaw’s Fish and Lobster Wharf is an active and working fishing harbor bringing in fresh hauls every day.

Shaw’s The seafood is fresh from the sea to your plate and you can taste the difference. Watch the workers pull the catch of the day, or just meander around the docks among the lobster traps and buoys.

The view is incredible from the restaurant.

Shaw’s Take a deep breath of the salty ocean air and slow things down a little bit. The view of the water or the picturesque lobster boats bobbing in the sea are classic Maine backdrops.

The restaurant itself is a little unassuming, you might just pass it if you don’t know what you are looking for.

Shaw’s The large sign will help let you know you are in the right place but other than that the entire restaurant looks just like a working fishing wharf. We like to think of it as a little local secret and keep it all to ourselves.

Head on down the boardwalk and up the stairs and it will start to feel like more of a classic Maine, seafood restaurant.

Shaw’s Picnic tables with happy families crunching into lobsters and the hustle and bustle of the kitchen workers can be heard inside. Place your order and find a seat to take in the incredible view.

The menu has standard offerings that Maine residents have grown accustomed to. Fine and freshly caught lobster, clams, haddock, or clam chowder, are all options and you honestly can’t go wrong with any of them.

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The wide selection of delicious lobster options is not the only thing Shaw’s is cooking up. You can also order from the grill a nice juicy steak, or have some shrimp fried up and piled high on your plate.

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The food is as good as the views from the working wharf of Shaw’s in New Harbor, Maine. Reasonable prices, freshly caught lobsters, and a great backdrop all make this a must-see location for any sea-loving landlubber. For operating hours and more please visit the Shaw’s Fish and Lobster Wharf website. 

Shaw’s

The seafood is fresh from the sea to your plate and you can taste the difference. Watch the workers pull the catch of the day, or just meander around the docks among the lobster traps and buoys.

Take a deep breath of the salty ocean air and slow things down a little bit. The view of the water or the picturesque lobster boats bobbing in the sea are classic Maine backdrops.

The large sign will help let you know you are in the right place but other than that the entire restaurant looks just like a working fishing wharf. We like to think of it as a little local secret and keep it all to ourselves.

Picnic tables with happy families crunching into lobsters and the hustle and bustle of the kitchen workers can be heard inside. Place your order and find a seat to take in the incredible view.

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On your way from a satisfying meal stop by one of the coolest general stores around with a great long history and some interesting surprises inside.

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Address: Shaw’s Fish & Lobster Wharf, 129 ME-32 Suite A, New Harbor, ME 04554, USA