Sprague’s Lobster is an enduring, family-owned seasonal lobster pound that delivers the quintessential Maine dining experience. Located right on the scenic Sheepscot River on Main Street Pier in Wiscasset, Maine, this beloved local staple boasts a relaxed, no-fuss atmosphere where guests order at the window and dine on a spacious waterfront deck. Known for its exceptionally generous portions of ultra-fresh seafood and warm hospitality, it has earned a stellar reputation as the perfect, line-skipping alternative for authentic coastal comfort food with unforgettable water views.
Large open-air patio/terrace with picnic tables and umbrellas directly overlooking the water
Parking
Onsite free parking lot, paid parking lot, free street parking, rear parking available
Payment Methods
Cash Only (Convenient ATM machine available on the premises)
Pet Policy
Dog-friendly location (Dogs allowed inside and outside; water bowls provided)
Amenities
Restroom, nearby local artisan and seasonal displays
Why Visit? Key Highlights
Overflowing Portions: The signature lobster rolls are famous for being stacked exceptionally high with large, sweet pieces of chilled tail and claw meat, served over a perfectly grilled, warm split-top roll.
Customized Flavor: Seafood items like the lobster rolls are served pristine and plain, allowing guests to drizzle their own melted drawn butter or mayonnaise provided on the side.
Skip the Long Lines: Positioned directly across the highway from other heavily marketed tourist traps, it offers a vastly quicker ordering process with minimal wait times for identical, top-tier fresh catches.
The Complete Lobster Dinner: A highly recommended value feast featuring a whole steamed lobster, a full pound of clean steamed clams, corn on the cob, fresh coleslaw, and a dinner roll.
Award-Winning Sides and Desserts: Beyond fresh seafood, visitors rave about the smooth, creamy Gifford’s ice cream milkshakes (especially the signature blueberry milkshake), bacon-free clam chowder, and hand-cut fries.
Incredible Waterfront Views: Offers a sprawling, fenced-in boardwalk deck environment where you can watch the river scenery and local bird life right from your picnic table.
Menu and Product Catalog
Seafood Specialties
Item Name
Description
Fresh Maine Lobster Roll
Large pieces of sweet lobster on a perfectly toasted roll with choice of mayo or butter on the side.
Fresh Maine Crabmeat Roll
Fresh, hand-picked sweet crab meat served on a toasted split roll.
Lobster Dinner
A classic feast including a 1 1/4 lb steamed lobster, 1 lb steamed clams, corn on the cob, coleslaw, and a dinner roll.
Twin Lobsters Dinner
A double portion of fresh steamed lobsters served with classic traditional sides.
Baked Haddock Sandwich
Fresh, delicate New England haddock baked to perfection and served on a sandwich bun.
Fried Haddock Sandwich
Crispy, golden-fried fresh haddock fillet served on a sandwich bun.
1 1/4 lb Lobster
Individual whole steamed Maine lobster served fresh with drawn butter.
1 lb Steamed Clams
A generous basket of clean, sweet steamed local soft-shell clams.
Steamed Mussels
Locally harvested fresh mussels steamed to order by the pound.
Seafood Baskets
Baskets are served with fresh cut french fries and coleslaw.
Item Name
Item Name
Clam Cake Basket
Fish and Chips
Burgers and Hot Dogs
Item Name
Description
Hamburger
Simple, classic grilled beef patty served on a soft bun.
Hamburger Royal
Grilled beef patty served with fresh lettuce, tomato, and mayo.
Bacon Hamburger
Classic grilled beef patty topped with crispy bacon.
Bacon Hamburger Royal
Grilled beef patty topped with crispy bacon, lettuce, tomato, and mayo.
Cheeseburger
Flame-grilled beef patty topped with melted cheese.
Cheeseburger Royal
Grilled cheeseburger served with fresh lettuce, tomato, and mayo.
Bacon Cheeseburger
Grilled beef patty topped with savory melted cheese and crispy bacon.
Bacon Cheeseburger Royal
Grilled beef patty topped with melted cheese, crispy bacon, lettuce, tomato, and mayo.
Hot Dog
Classic grilled premium hot dog served in a soft bun.
Cheese Dog
Grilled hot dog topped with rich melted cheese.
Kraut Dog
Grilled hot dog piled with savory sauerkraut.
Chili Dog
Grilled hot dog smothered in hearty chili.
Chili Cheese Dog
Grilled hot dog topped with a savory combination of chili and melted cheese.
Chowder and Sides
Item Name
Description
Homemade Seafood Chowder
A rich, flavorful, bacon-free authentic New England style clam chowder made fresh daily.
Fresh Cut French Fries
Hand-cut potatoes fried until perfectly golden brown and crispy.
Chili Cheese Fries
Large or small portion of fresh cut fries loaded with hearty chili and melted cheese.
Fried Green Beans
Crispy, golden-battered green beans fried to a perfect crunch.
Fresh, sweet local sweetcorn served hot with butter.
Cole Slaw
Crisp, refreshing house-made coleslaw dressing.
Kid’s Meals
Served with fresh cut french fries and juice.
Item Name
Item Name
Hot Dog Kid’s Meal
Grilled Cheese Kid’s Meal
Desserts and Treats
Item Name
Description
Gifford’s Ice Cream & Milkshakes
Premium creamy milkshakes and scoops available in Old Fashioned Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry, Maine Wild Blueberry, Black Raspberry, Camp Coffee, Mint Chocolate Chip, Fly Fishing Fudge, Moose Tracks, Maine Deer Tracks, and Chocolate Chip.
Hot Fudge Sundae
Rich vanilla ice cream topped with hot fudge, whipped cream, peanuts, and a cherry.
Hot Caramel Sundae
Creamy vanilla ice cream drizzled with warm caramel, whipped cream, peanuts, and a cherry.
Beverages
Item Name
Description
Capt’n Eli’s Soda
Traditional handcrafted New England sodas including Root Beer, Ginger Beer, Blueberry, Strawberry, and Cream Soda.
Big Train Blended Drinks
Blended frozen beverages served hot or iced, featuring Vanilla Bean, Coconut, Chocolate Peanut Butter, Coffee, Caramel Latte, Java Chip, Espresso, Mocha, Spiced Chai, and Vanilla Chai.
Cold Drinks
Selection of classic fountain and bottled drinks including Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Orange, Mt. Dew, Water, Milk, and Chocolate Milk.
House Brews
Freshly prepared Homemade Lemonade and Homemade Iced Tea.
