Review Karen's Hideaway - Boothbay

Husband and I finally returned to Booth Bay, Me after probably 5 years, I must say when you snooze, you loose! I love this area and it didn’t take long to realize it. Won’t happen again! I do remember eating at Karen’s Hideaway and upon arriving at our Campground, we made a bee line the next day for an early dinner. Karen and her husband are the most nicest and kind people!! Hub and I both got large Lobster Rolls, each one with 1/2 pound of meat nestled in a buttered, toasted hot dog bun. Hub had his with light mayo, I had mine naked with drawn butter. We both had her delicious potato salad made with bacon and cheese. Very good hot fries as well. That Lobster was so perfectly cooked and so tender. We both were in Hog Heaven!! We had very little conversation because are mouths were full of lobster goodness. It was fantastic! We got a tour of the live Lobster tanks, Karen’s husband Garry even posed with two lobsters for me, he has the great gift of gab, lucky me! Other than Lobster and Crab rolls, you can get Hamburgers and Hot dogs and dinners. A great road side place to eat, many picnic tables with umbrellas to eat your food. Save yourself the aggravation of going downtown trying to find a parking spot, just pull up and plenty of parking and enjoy the fresh air and a Delish, fresh Lobster or Crab roll. Must try Karen’s, Debbie and Bob, Mich 🦞🦀🌭🍔

The best cheeseburger in Maine! The lobster roll was great with a side of potato salad… and those fries! We showed up 10 minutes before closing (we didn’t notice) and they were still so nice!

Friendly little lobster shack on the side of the road that offers non-seafood options for those in the group that aren't interested in lobster, scallops, clams, fish and other tasty goodies. We got the fried seafood combo, and it was huge!!! We left way too full, but also very happy. Highly recommended!

Fish was very tasty and fried perfectly. Lady helping was very nice. Only wished they made their own tartar sauce.

The fish is fresh and tasty. Yes this is not your sanitized chain, rather a quaint roadside establishment. I suspect most will pass this place and miss something probably more authentic to mid-coast Maine. Yes, I am not a fan of the cars flying by, the food makes up for it.

This is the place to scratch your lobster itch. True, you can't drive through Midcoast Maine without tripping over dozens of these shacks, but if you find yourself on Rt 27 near Boothbay Harbor, skip everyone else and come here. A quick 10 minute drive from more popular spots in town, you'll avoid the long lines at other places and get (in my opinion) a superior lobster roll. Friendly folks, and it feels like you're just hanging out in Karen's back yard. Get a live lobster packed to go next door. 100% Maine.

Our first lobster rolls in Maine and we were not disappointed. Lots of meat, great toasted bun and served with a pineapple coleslaw that was great. Also got the French fries which were nice And hot. Great overall experience.

Great seafood, great service and atmosphere is picnic tables. Many do take out. Can also get lobsters and have them cooked. Been going here for many many years.

Amazing food! Fresh, hot, and large amount. You must try the homemade coleslaw! Added bonus...they cook in Canola oil.

The haddock sandwich was ridiculously big! Delicious too. If you're in Boothbay, do yourself a favor and stop.

The place is a nice little hideaway, with GREAT customer service. She was SUPER nice, its not a cheap food place, but the atmosphere, service, and food are worth the extra few bucks. Great menu selection. ill go there again and again everytime I'm in the area. Id love to have a place like this closer to home.

love!!! hidden gem. family run. loved the food. if youre lucky & theyre not too busy you might get some homemade chips... if youre lucky and you will be very.

The owners are wonderful. She catches her own crab daily. The lobster and crab rolls were absolutely delicious and reasonably priced. This is a must stop and try.

Love love love this place, the ladies who run this little place are so very sweet and generous. The food is delicious and big for the price. Don’t let looks deceive you because this place is a little gem.

Great roadside stand. Lobster rolls were perfect/ classic. Picnic tables outside. The staff was very accommodating to a special request to have the meat and rolls separate for eating at a later date. Prices were good. We have returned many times.

Very nice little place to get lobster rolls and woopie pies, friendly people working at the food shack and lobster shop. Prices seemed comparable for the area, they only accept cash and check and there was an ATM in the lobster shop.

Worth the stop. Great prices and excellent quality. Do not change a thing. Almost afraid to post a review. I kind of want it to be a secret but I also want her and her family to thrive. Get the haddock club sandwich and the naked lobster roll.

We stopped in today and ordered 3 hot dogs, Brian's hamburger sub, chicken fingers and a haddock sandwich. The prices are very good! The women who cooked our meal were extremely friendly, they even gave my 2 kids some juices to go with their dogs! My fish sandwich cost 7$ and it was a whole fish fillet!! My mind was completely blown!!

Excellent lobster roll -- one of the best I've had. Others we me that the blobster roll (lobster roll w bacon) abc the crab roll. All were delicious. We'll be back. Don't miss the fantastic spot!!

I don't stop for food very often but I had to try this place out!! I only had a bacon cheeseburger but it was awesome 6oz Burger you get a choice of cheese and chips and amazing coleslaw for only $7 you can't go wrong for that area!!

I'm from Texas and have never had a lobster roll in my life. I looked up this place because it was close to hotel. The people were so friendly and helpful and even though we could hardly understand each other due to me speaking Texan and them speaking Yankee, they seemed to have fun helping this Texan experience the Maine staple. I highly recommend it!

The best crabmeat rolls and luv the pineapple coleslaw

It's exceptional, best lobster roll in Maine, and best crab roll, fresh picked every day. Great job

We tried two different lobster rolls in the area and were not impressed. Then we went to Karen's Hideway and found the best lobster rolls in the area.

We stopped for a "snack" and ended up still being too full for dinner! Excellent food and great people!!!

Awesome lobster rolls and super friendly people! Best we have had. We will go back! Looked like some other great options on the menu too!

The best lobster roll you'll find in a 50 mile radius!!!

You get your money's worth. Highly recommended!