Maine’s Most Adorable Restaurant: A Culinary Gem in Camden’s Waterfront

Located in the heart of Midcoast Maine, Camden is idyllic in every way. The village is filled with charming mom-and-pop shops and restaurants. Beautiful old houses, many of which are bed and breakfasts, can be found throughout the town. The coastline is serene, especially with the number of sailboats in and around the bay. Plus, Camden Hills State Park is just around the corner, home to the iconic Mount Battie.

What’s not to love about this picturesque, perfect Maine town? It’s no surprise, then, that Camden is home to a restaurant receiving significant national attention.

Maine's Most Adorable Small-Town Restaurant

The popular culinary site LoveFood released an article featuring adorable restaurants in small towns across America. In fact, the site selected one from each state, and Maine's representative is the beautiful Peter Ott's on the Water, located in Camden.

Located right on Bayview Landing, Peter Ott's has been a favorite among both locals and tourists for quite some time. Current chef and owner Peter Mason-Peters purchased Peter Ott's in 2006 and has been serving the town some seriously delicious dishes ever since.

Peter Ott's on the Water Has Something for Everyone

The seasonal restaurant features classic Maine seaside fare like chowders, local catch, and shellfish. But unlike many seafood joints, Peter Ott's also offers a wide variety of land-lover options, including delicious steaks, burgers, wings, and pasta.

Peter Ott's on the Water is truly for everyone. It’s a family-friendly spot, offering plenty of options for kids. It's the perfect place for the entire family to enjoy the sights and sounds of the waterfront while savoring delicious local fare.

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But don't just take my word for it. Here is a little of why LoveFood selected Peter Ott's as Maine's most adorable small-town restaurant.

the venue has a panoramic view and serves seafood and burgers. Customers regularly talk about the New England clam chowder, how fresh and delicious the oysters are, and say the lobster roll is the best they’ve eaten.

Obviously, you're doing something right if people are claiming you have the best lobster roll. Talk about serious bragging rights, especially in Maine.

Besides the lobster roll, there's also a lobster BLT. I feel like that's a cheat code. I can't even imagine how popular that is.

Congratulations to the good folks at Peter Ott's on the Water! It’s always wonderful to see a small Maine business continue to thrive. I’m sure Peter and the crew are gearing up for what promises to be another stellar season in 2025.