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Posted in Maine Dining May 29, 2019 by Catherine Armstrong

This Floating Restaurant In Maine Is Such A Unique Place To Dine

When you’re looking for a truly unique dining experience, you can’t beat a restaurant with an incredible view. If it’s a water view you crave, head to Dimillo’s on the Water in Portland. This classic floating restaurant offers delicious seafood and stunning views of the harbor.

Welcome to Dimillo's on the Water! This beautiful restaurant is located on a boat that was once used as a car ferry between Delaware and New Jersey. Tony DiMillo brought it to Long Wharf in 1982, and it's been serving as an amazing restaurant ever since.

DiMillo's is one of the largest floating restaurant in the country. She's 206 feet long, weighs 701 tons, and seats more than 600 guests.

You'll enjoy beautiful harbor views in the dining rooms on the first and second decks.

The three outside decks offer incredible views as well. When the weather's chilly, heaters will keep you toasty warm while you dine.

Watch the boats coming in and out of the harbor while you enjoy your meal, and breathe in that fresh ocean air.

The food is just as amazing as the view. If you're dining for lunch, you'll enjoy delicious sandwiches and seafood entrees.

Seafood is the specialty here, so you'll want to start your dinner with a jumbo shrimp cocktail, steamed Maine clams, or bowl of clam chowder.

The lobster is a local favorite at DiMillo's, and you'll definitely want to sink your teeth into a baked lobster stuffed with crab meat.

If you'd prefer beef, you'll find several steaks to choose from on the menu, like tender filet mignon, Black Angus sirloin, or the roast prime rib.

The dessert menu will definitely tempt your tastebuds. The Chef's Choice is a scrumptious cheesecake - a different flavor every day.

DiMillo's on the Water is the perfect place to celebrate a special occasion. It's open Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

If you’d like to see the full menu, visit the restaurant’s website, and make sure to follow its Facebook page to see the latest specials. If you’d like to visit another restaurant with a great view, check out this one that’s just steps away from a little-known waterfall.

Catherine Armstrong

Writer, editor and researcher with a passion for exploring new places. Catherine loves local bookstores, independent films, and spending time with her family, including Gus the golden retriever, who is a very good boy.