Yesterday I was so excited to tell you about our trip to Boothbay Harbor, that I forgot to tell you about Bet’s Fish Fry!
Bet’s Fish Fry is actually a few miles up the road just off the town square {town squares, with their nice open green spaces are a big deal here in New England}.
Our neighbors had told us about Bet’s last winter, but since it’s only open seasonally {like many shops and eateries here in Maine} we had to time our visit just right so we could check it out.
A couple things about Bet’s Fish Fry:
- They are only open seasonally
- They are only open from 11am to 2 pm {Tuesday – Saturday}
- They get their fish delivered daily, so they often sell out early
- They only have THREE things on the menu; a bowl of fish, a fish sandwich and fries
- No drinks, no sides, nothing else 🙂
- The line moves quick
- Their fish was HANDS DOWN the best we’ve ever had!!!
And, there’s always “free” lemonade tomorrow. 🙂
And while there are a bunch of picnic tables on the side of Bet’s where you can sit down and eat your lunch, there are also several picnic tables along the town square where you can go for a bit for privacy, check out a cool gazebo and watch the world go by.
Boothbay and Boothbay Harbor, I am in love. And as for Bet’s Fish Fry… We both gave the place a 10 out of 10. It was THAT GOOD! The portions were huge, the batter was light and the lemon dill sauce was outstanding.
Bet’s Fish Fry in Boothbay, it’s just another reason to visit Maine. 🙂
Have a great weekend everyone,
~Mavis
Bet’s Fish Fry
Rte 27- off the town square
Boothbay, ME 04537
Cindy says
Now that’s a piece of haddock!
Y says
Loving the artwork! The fish & fries look pretty amazing too.
Stacie says
That looks really good! Kinda strange they don’t sell anything to drink with their meals; I think they’re missing out on an opportunity there.
Bet says
Soda machine is out back!!
Laura says
Reminds me of the “boat” fioshand chips spot in Astoria, Oregon. Long lines and great fish. You could get canned or bottled drinks there, self-serve. Yummy.
HollyG says
We love that place – – also Tuna Grizzly in Seaside
KATHY HORT says
Yes!! The Bowpicker! The best fish and chips I’ve ever had.
Shannon says
I was thinking the same thing! The Bowpicker. Although they have canned sodas in a kiddie pool full of ice at the end of the line 🙂
Jules says
I love that they only offer 3 items!! Often, too many choices is so overwhelming.
Mavis Butterfield says
I love that there are only 3 choices too! 🙂
Karen says
Who is Bet? The prices seem high to me or is that normal for such great-looking fried fish?
Wendy says
She is a local; I graduated high school with her oldest of three daughters…wonderful family and that is a WHOLE haddock filet…more than enough for one person!!!
Ashley Bananas says
Narrow menus mean they excel at what they have. Love it!
Eagerbeaver says
Anyone know when she will still be open at the end of September 2022?
Cathy says
When is Bet’s last day for the 2024 season? I don’t want to miss it!!