This Seafood Spot Was Named the 'Best Soup Restaurant' in Maine

We love our soups and chowders up here in Maine, and this popular, iconic restaurant was just named the best spot for soup in our state!

Listen, we get it—saying we ‘love’ soups and chowders here in Maine might actually be an understatement. Up here, they’re more than just food—they’re part of who we are.

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That said, how does one determine what makes one soup restaurant better than another? And what exactly are they looking at?

Food Network's list, ‘50 States of Soup: The Best Soup Restaurants in Every State,’ was curated by freelance writer Samantha Lande, who has a passion for exploring local flavors across the country. Lande highlighted one standout soup spot in each state based on flavor, uniqueness, and regional appeal.

So, with all of that in mind, which iconic coastal restaurant in our Pine Tree State was named the ‘best soup restaurant’ in Maine?

According to Food Network and their list highlighting ‘50 States of Soup: The Best Soup Restaurants in Every State,’ their pick for Maine is the Haddock Chowder at Dolphin Marina and Restaurant in Harpswell. Food Network had the following to say about their selection:

The views at Dolphin Marina should give a clue as to the specialty dishes on the menu. Open seasonally, the restaurant serves excellent seafood, including haddock chowder served in a dining area with views of Casco Bay.

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The Haddock Chowder at Dolphin Marina and Restaurant is said to be packed with generous chunks of local haddock, clams, potatoes, onions, and just the right amount of cream.

Food Network continues by saying that the bowl is served with a classic Maine favorite on the side—a warm blueberry muffin.

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And there you have it! The best soup—and—soup restaurant combination in Maine can be found at Dolphin Marina and Restaurant with their Haddock Chowder.

What are your thoughts on Food Network’s pick? Where’s your favorite place in Maine to grab haddock chowder? We’d love to hear from you! Feel free to join the conversation by messaging us on the app.

40 Maine Restaurants That are Worth a Long Drive to Get to

Thanks to our great listeners we were able to compile a list of many of Maine's great restaurants, cafes, pubs and bakeries that are worth a long drive to get to.

These great spots can be found across the state and waiting for you to give them a try.

How many have you been to?

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