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Down East Magazine

" The Dip Net in Port Clyde takes the lobster shack to a new level. The Dip Net is the next generation of lobster shack, the sort of takeout eatery where you can get calamari with tomato chipotle and lightly friend oysters in a ginger shallot sauce.... It's a real find for anyone who appreciates seafood prepared with a bit of creativity."

Emeril Lagasse, emerils.com

"The Dip Net, a small waterside eatery, features a boullaibaisse that includes lobster, clams, shrimp and crab in a luscious broth tinged with saffron.... It was a perfect meal to enjoy on a cool evening watching the lobster boats coming into port."

The Free Press

"Blue Lobster in a Blue Bathtub: visitors to the Dip Net Restaurant on the Dock in Port Clyde head straight to the blue-painted clawfoot bathtub that serves as the establishment's lobster tank to see the rare blue lobster currently in residence."

Maine Lobster Direct

"Our Favorite Places: We decided to have lunch at the Dip Net Restaurant... What we found was that every dish is prepared from scratch and served by some of the nicest waitstaff around. This coupled with the spectacular natural setting made for a memorable meal. We all had the seafood chowder and fried oyster sandwich which were both amazing!"