Thurston's is known as a must-visit destination for waterfront dining on the coast of Maine. This longtime family-run restaurant pairs fresh local lobster and other favorite menu items, with the salty air and colorful views of the working harbor, capturing the unmistakable character of the Maine coast.
Thurston's is known as a must-visit destination for waterfront dining on the coast of Maine. This longtime family-run restaurant pairs fresh local lobster and other favorite menu items, with the salty air and colorful views of the working harbor, capturing the unmistakable character of the Maine coast. Since 1946, local fishermen have delivered their daily catch to the wharves, providing a steady supply of fresh lobster and seafood. Added in 1993, the restaurant welcomes generations of residents and visitors and is now poised for its next chapter. The seasonal restaurant seats 178 guests across several indoor and outdoor dining areas, including a newer, intimate post and beam constructed bar area accented by a large stone fireplace, each offering picturesque harbor views. Mariners, welcomed by the colorful yellow awning landmark can take full advantage of their expansive dock space, making the journey a part of the experience. A warm, casual atmosphere combined with the downhome friendly local service, makes guests feel at home while complimenting this unparalleled quintessential Downeast experience. This prime offering sitting on over 600 ft of prime waterfront, includes the restaurant and commercial lobster pound business, commercial wharves, a fuel dock, 200 plus feet of deep-water float space, another 200 plus feet of dinghy/shallow draft float space, parking, an office with a two-bedroom employee apartment above and all of the furniture and equipment that pertain to the operation of the business.