Close Harbour Seafood

Name: Close Harbour Seafood
Address: 959 Meriden-Waterbury Tpke, Plantsville, CT, United States, 06479
Telephone: (860) 621-7334
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.5

4.5

111 Reviews

$30 and under

Seafood

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Close Harbour Seafood in Plantsville is a true gem with its stylishly modern, yet comfortable and relaxing interior. Aside from the fact that it offers an amazing selection of appetizing menu options, it also features incredibly friendly service. Close Harbour Seafood makes it a point to welcome diners of any age, so bring your entire family for a worthy and unforgettable meal. Seating available out doors only.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Seafood
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(860) 621-7334
Website
https://closeharbourseafood.com?y_source=1_NTA1MTcxNjMtODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Chef Dave DiBiase

Location
959 Meriden-Waterbury Tpke, Plantsville, CT 06479
Neighborhood
Southington
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Classic Caesar$10.00
crispy romaine, parmesan, herb crouton
Fried Goat Cheese Salad$13.00
Mixed greens, granny smith apples, pecans, citrus vinaigrette
House Salad$8.00
mixed greens, cucumbers, red onion, cherry tomato, house vinaigrette
Side House Salad$4.00
Mixed greens, cucumbers, red onion, cherry tomato house vinaigrette
Chopped Signature Salad$14.00
Side Caesar$6.00
Side Signature$7.00

APPS

1 EA Clams Casino$2.50
1 Ea coconut shrimp$3.60
1 EA Oyster Rock$4.00
1 EA Shrimp$3.00
Bam Bam Shrimp$11.00
Baby fried shrimp, sweet chili sriracha
Beet App$10.00
Honey goat cheese, crumbled pistachio, balsamic glaze, micro lettuce
Clams Fra Diavolo$18.00
Fra Diavolo (spicy red sauce), with fried long hots
Clams White Wine$18.00
white wine, lemon, butter, garlic & shallot
Lob Mac Skillet$20.00
Fresh picked lobster, blend of cheddar, swiss & havarti topped with corn bread crumb
Lobster potato$12.00
Mussels Fra Diavolo$14.00
Fra Diavolo, (spicy red sauce), with fried long hots
Mussels White Wine$14.00
white wine, lemon, butter, garlic & shallot
Nicks Calamari$14.00
fried eggplant, topped with breaded calamari, and finished with capers, sweet Italian peppers, and a white wine, lemon butter sauce, parmesan cheese
Poutine$20.00
Sampler$20.00
Clams casino, oyster Rockefeller, shrimp cocktail, & fried calamari
Shrimp Cocktail$14.00
Steamers$24.00
Freshly steamed with clam broth and butter
Stuffed Clam$4.00
Ahi Tuna Lettuce Wraps$16.00
Ahi Tuna, julienned vegetables, Thai chili soy sauce

ROLLS & SANDWICHES

Cali Wrap$13.00
Fried Cod, lettuce' tomato, bacon, avocado, lemon mayo
Captains Roll$28.00
combination of our famous lobster roll & jumbo lump crab
Chicken Tacos$12.00
Fried chicken, lettuce, tomato, white cheddar, ranchero sauce, grilled corn tortilla
Clam Strip roll$13.00
Crab Roll$30.00
chunky jumbo lump crab, poached in butter, served on a toasted New England roll, and lemon wedge
Fish Sandwich$13.00
lightly battered fried cod, arugula, red onion, house made tartar sauce
Lobster Roll$26.00
Fresh steamed, picked and butter poached Maine lobster, served on a toasted New England roll, and lemon wedge
Philly Melt$13.00
Shaved Swordfish, caramelized onion, mushrooms, American cheese, horseradish mayo, toasted ciabatta
Salmon Wrap$13.00
Grilled salmon, red onion, arugula, Dijon spread, lemon mayo
Sword Fish Tacos$18.00
blackened swordfish, cilantro slaw, chipotle aioli, tortilla crisps
Tuna Melt$12.00
house poached tuna salad, celery, red onion, American cheese, baby arugula
Shrimp Cocktail Wrap$15.00

BILL'S FRIED SEAFOOD

Bay Scallops$15.00
Calamari$17.00
Clam Strips$17.00
Combo Platter$32.00
Fried Fish$18.00
Fried Shrimp$18.00
Oysters$28.00
Sea Scallops$30.00
Whole Belly's$32.00

BURGERS

Harbour Burger$15.00
American cheese, hickory smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato, red onion

LUNCH ENTREE

1/2lb Steamed Lobster$42.00
Comes with choice of 2 sides, butter & lemon
1/4lb Steamed Lobster$32.00
Comes with choice of 2 sides, butter & lemon
Baked Cod$20.00
Ritz cracker crumb topping, chef's choice starch and vegetable
Shrimp Scampi$20.00
Garlic, shallot, roasted red tomato, capers, lemon & linguini
Stuffed Shrimp$20.00
Two of our stuffed shrimp served with chef's choice of starch and vegetable

LUNCH SPECIAL

Lunch Special is available Tuesday - Friday 11:30 -4pm Changes weekly

Lunch Special$20.00

RAW BAR

1 EA Clam$2.25
1 EA Oyster$3.50
1/2 lB Snow Crab$14.00
12 Clams$27.00
12 Oysters$42.00
6 Clams$13.50
6 Oysters$21.00
Pound Snow crab$25.00
Shrimp Cocktail$14.00
6 piece with lemon and cocktail sauce
TOWER 2-4$70.00
Oysters, clams, shrimp cocktail, snow crab, calamari salad, seaweed salad
TOWER 4-6$120.00
Oysters, clams, shrimp cocktail, snow crab, calamari salad, seaweed salad

SIDES

Beet Salad$4.00
Chickpea Salad$4.00
Cole Slaw$3.00
Fingerling Potatoes$4.00
French Fries$4.00
Old Bay Fries$3.00
Onion Rings$4.00
Parm Truffle Fries$4.00
Side Mixed Veg$4.00
Side Salad$4.00
Sweet Pot. Fries$4.00
Side Caesar$6.00

What 111 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.5

4.5 based on all time ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.2Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

111 Reviews

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CathyS
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a treat when dining at Close Harbor. The staff is amazing and the food is plentiful and well priced. Kudos to Lisa and the entire team!
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great dinner & atmosphere! Always great service. For some reason through Open Table we've had trouble the last 2 times after getting confirmation, but they've made sure we were taken care of regardless. Thank you!!!
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panchofv
New York Area
36 reviews
vip
5.0
36 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Had the Bang Bang shrimp tacos and fried flounder plate. Both were properly done and the onion rings were excellent as were the fries. We eat there 2-3 times a month for the well priced lunch specials.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
First time dining here and was very impressed with the service, especially in these post-covid days. The staff was bustling to provide the very best to every diner. No one was kept waiting for anything. Our waitress was great, very personable and provided great menu recommendations when asked. Our drinks came promptly, and our food came out fast and, best of all, piping hot! The food was well-prepared, very fresh and tasty. No complaints at all.
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Dinnerout2
Greater Boston
46 reviews
vip
5.0
46 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Dinner was delightful. Waitress was awesome and food was good.
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ParisToo
Denver
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on October 30, 2022
overall4food3service4ambience4
My steamers were outstanding, but my husband said his steamed mussels were small and dry, and the broth was bland.
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was our anniversary and we had the lobsters. Great night. Thank you.
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was great and the service was excellent.
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Fussy
New York Area
23 reviews
vip
4.0
23 reviews
Dined on October 12, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience3
Food was good, as usual. Table for 2 was inadequate. Not enough room for two with food, bread plate, bucket for lobster shells, glasses, etc. we the corn bread was delicious but the other bread, still in the oven, never appeared. Told the women about our concerns but they were never addressed. Will return but probably not for dinner.
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Turbo
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went to celebrate a work anniversary. But really, we would go there anyways. The food is consistently excellent, the staff is always friendly and attentive. The prices are reasonable.
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panchofv
New York Area
36 reviews
vip
5.0
36 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Lobster shrimp salad roles were excellent and reasonably priced.
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JennV
New York Area
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 28, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience5
Waitress was fantastic. We asked to stagger our food and other servers kept bringing our stuff out early but our waitress made sure to send everything back until we were ready for it !
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CTRiverLover
New York Area
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Close Harbor is located in Southington, CT quite far from Long Island Sound but the Seafood is excellent. They have indoor and outdoor dining with great service and reasonable prices for fresh seafood. We have tried the seafood pie, jambalaya, flounder and sea scallops. The meals and service have always been good and consistent.
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Rebekah
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was amazing! The drinks were priced super fairly and the food portions are huge. I think everyone had something to take home with. The owner was so nice and the restaurant was so clean. The dinner special was grilled salmon over Dijonaise orzo with onions and bacon and it was fantastic.
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panchofv
New York Area
36 reviews
vip
5.0
36 reviews
Dined on August 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food is always well prepared. Weekly lunch specials are diverse, a deal, and delicious. Today was shrimp parmigiana as was excellent. Visit ever other week or so. One of our go to places.
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JohnM
New York Area
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience3
Very Crowded on the Friday eve we dined there, which probably explains the very slow service - our waitress seemed a little overwhelmed by her multiple tables, so I don't particularly blame her for the slow service. Food was good, no complaints there. I'd go back but not on a Friday night!
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was delicious and our server was outstanding!
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Jim2
New York Area
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on July 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Very accommodating and attentive staff. Good food and plenty of it.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on July 13, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Had the grilled swordfish, best I ever had!
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KevinM
New York Area
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on July 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great fresh seafood. Nice menu with something for everyone. Had the raw oysters lobster bisque and swordfish tacos. All delicious. Good assortment of drinks beer and wine. Nice outdoor area for dinning. I’ve been here in the past when it was primarily a seafood store. I has changed dramatically and is now a great restaurant and bar. They still have a seafood counter if your looking to take some home
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RobertP
New York Area
16 reviews
vip
3.0
16 reviews
Dined on July 8, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience3
Very underwhelming. My shrimp scampi was tasteless with no hint of garlic, lemon, butter or white wine. I should have stayed home and made it myself. We won’t be back.
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alaska
New York Area
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on July 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
This is my favorite seafood restaurant. Fish is always fresh and service is always with a smile. Was there for lunch with friends and we were not rushed to make room for anyone. We ate on the outside patio and it was very comfortable. Highly recommend!
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jmgrafstein
New York Area
32 reviews
vip
5.0
32 reviews
Dined on July 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
A very nice restaurant with a spacious outdoor covered patio attached to a fish market. The flounder with arugula salad and beet goat cheese salad we’re both outstanding.
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RickL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We arrived a little early for our reservations and were seated right away. The whole dinner experience was wonderful with great food, drink and an awesome waitress that took care of our every need. Big thumbs up!
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KellyL
New York Area
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on July 2, 2022
overall3food4service3ambience4
It took a while to get a seat outside and the reservations were backed up. Food came out quickly and was good though somewhat pricey.
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leamon65
New York Area
10 reviews
3.0
10 reviews
Dined on June 29, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience3
Food was just ok and lobster roll was way overpriced.
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Dean
New York Area
36 reviews
vip
4.0
36 reviews
Dined on June 26, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience3
Food was great as always server seemed to be rushed. Server did not offer coffee or dessert and gave us the check.
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Suez
New York Area
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service was excellent and loved sitting on the patio. Fried clams were so good. Everything tastes so fresh. I had a white sangria and it was so good.
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BarbaraO
Greater Boston
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience1
We ate in the Dining Room. It was so cold from the air conditioning that we didn’t finish our meal. We asked to pack it up to go. We only saw our waitress Once and then when we asked for the check. She had way too many tables to be effective. Used to love coming here but this experience was less than adequate and we won’t be back. The very pretty hostess was the most efficient and organized person we ever met. Our Order was wrong. She not only had it fixed very quickly but followed up to make sure we were satisfied . Petite, very pretty young lady with dark hair. The other young lady outside who showed us to our table really has zero personality and should NOT be the first person you interact with on arrival!
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CherylM
Atlantic City
36 reviews
vip
5.0
36 reviews
Dined on June 4, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
We enjoyed a delicious sampler appetizer which included clam casino, oyster, shrimp cocktail, and calamari. It was cooked perfectly. We each enjoyed the pick 3 seafood combo which came with coleslaw and a choice of potato or salad side. The breading was light and crispy, which let the taste of the fresh seafood shine. Our seafood selection was a generous portion. This is a must try seafood restaurant.
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CarolynZ
Greater Boston
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 2, 2022
overall3food2service3ambience3
We had reservations but had to wait a bit still even though many tables were vacant outside. The food was mediocre at best. The calamari appetizer was greasy and just warm. I ordered the seafood pie which was the contents in an over floured bland sauce with a stale puff pastry placed on top, Two of us at the table ordered this. My friend who ordered the tuna bowl was satisfied and thought her meal was good . I am now nclined to return
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on May 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was awesome and some great cocktail choices. Service was also great, highly recommend.
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Dagatas
Greater Boston
34 reviews
vip
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on May 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had the lobster poutine, lobster Mac and cheese and chopped salad. All were wonderful, the salad is amazing, not sure what they are using for dressing but it’s excellent!
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Garrett
Greater Boston
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on May 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love sitting outside and eating fresh oysters. 😋
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LionBill
Greater Boston
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 12, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience3
I would definitely go back again. I think the 3 $ rating is not accurate. I think it should be more like 2 $ based on the menu prices. They seen quite fair. Our waitress was very attentive to our needs and very helpful explaining various items on the menu. When you drive up to the building it doesn't look like much but looks are deceiving.
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JoAnnV
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We have been there several times and enjoy our meals each time. Great place for seafood.
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Joyce
New York Area
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very good seafood and especially good caesar salad
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DebP
Greater Boston
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, great service!
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CherylM
Atlantic City
36 reviews
vip
5.0
36 reviews
Dined on April 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
We had the most delicious seafood meal on Good Friday. The fish and chips were excellent, crispy on the outside of the fish very moist inside great value for the price. The batter was excellent on the fried fish combo the rest of us ordered....light & crispy which inhanced the flavor of the seafood. We had an excellent waitress friendly & attentive. I would recommend a visit for great seafood.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Birthday Waitresses were very friendly and efficient
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959 Meriden-Waterbury Tpke, Plantsville, CT 06479

Additional information

Neighborhood
Southington
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:00 pm
Cuisines
Seafood
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Chef Dave DiBiase
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://closeharbourseafood.com?y_source=1_NTA1MTcxNjMtODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=/
Phone number
(860) 621-7334

Close Harbour Seafood

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Additional information

Lobster Roll

Jambalaya

Grilled Swordfish

SOUPS

Combo Chowder$7.00

Lobster Bisque$9.00

New England Chowder$7.00

Rhode Island Chowder (GF)$7.00

SALADS

Classic Caesar$10.00

Fried Goat Cheese Salad$13.00

House Salad$8.00

Side House Salad$4.00

Chopped Signature Salad$14.00

Side Caesar$6.00

Side Signature$7.00

APPS

1 EA Clams Casino$2.50

1 Ea coconut shrimp$3.60

1 EA Oyster Rock$4.00

1 EA Shrimp$3.00

Bam Bam Shrimp$11.00

Beet App$10.00

Clams Fra Diavolo$18.00

Clams White Wine$18.00

Lob Mac Skillet$20.00

Lobster potato$12.00

Mussels Fra Diavolo$14.00

Mussels White Wine$14.00

Nicks Calamari$14.00

Poutine$20.00

Sampler$20.00

Shrimp Cocktail$14.00

Steamers$24.00

Stuffed Clam$4.00

Ahi Tuna Lettuce Wraps$16.00

ROLLS & SANDWICHES

Cali Wrap$13.00

Captains Roll$28.00

Chicken Tacos$12.00

Clam Strip roll$13.00

Crab Roll$30.00

Fish Sandwich$13.00

Lobster Roll$26.00

Philly Melt$13.00

Salmon Wrap$13.00

Sword Fish Tacos$18.00

Tuna Melt$12.00

Shrimp Cocktail Wrap$15.00

BILL'S FRIED SEAFOOD

Bay Scallops$15.00

Calamari$17.00

Clam Strips$17.00

Combo Platter$32.00

Fried Fish$18.00

Fried Shrimp$18.00

Oysters$28.00

Sea Scallops$30.00

Whole Belly's$32.00

BURGERS

Harbour Burger$15.00

LUNCH ENTREE

1/2lb Steamed Lobster$42.00

1/4lb Steamed Lobster$32.00

Baked Cod$20.00

Shrimp Scampi$20.00

Stuffed Shrimp$20.00

LUNCH SPECIAL

Lunch Special$20.00

RAW BAR

1 EA Clam$2.25

1 EA Oyster$3.50

1/2 lB Snow Crab$14.00

12 Clams$27.00

12 Oysters$42.00

6 Clams$13.50