Navtejinder Singh
The food here is DELICIOUS!!! One of the best views in Peaks Island off the outdoor balcony deck. We ordered the cucumber salad, the salmon and the scallops. For dessert the carrot cake – which you could taste it wasnt store bought, but rather made with love – and chocolate balls. Everything was amazing, but especially the scallops. Our server was also very kind and friendly. Don’t let the lack of curb appeal fool you, this is a must stop hidden gem.
PS: I noticed you guys only respond (hilariously) to the negative reviews (I hope to receive a comment from THE Cockeyed Gull Restaurant)
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Arguably the most upscale restaurant on the island. It is rather small so depending on when you go it may be difficult to get a table. As with all the other places on the island, it is subject to having low stock or availability of various foods, which was the case for us. There was a large group eating dinner at the same time and they were out of the steak, haddock and lobster when we went to order. My wife was very impressed with her scallop scampi and the server was pleasant and prompt.
Check with the restaurant on the night you want to eat as hours of operation seem to vary online versus in reality.
… moreKendra Young
I, a solo diner made my way across the Atlantic to try a Halibut (Pistachio and Wasabi Pea encrusted topped with a Jalapeno Beurre Blanc and Asian Pear and Jicama Slaw, over rice) I have been hearing about. I was able to snag the last of the oh so popular dish. Presentation, Beautiful. This dish was so well executed I felt like Maneet Chauhan as a judge on Chopped explaining all the depths of flavor this dish had. It was nothing I have ever tasted before. This family owned and operated restaurant takes pride in what they provide for the locals and island visitors. Come out and enjoy a distinctive dining experience unique to the area that has a kitchen crafted with true culinary expertise.
… moreGabrielle Plaia
I do not typically write reviews on Google, but our experience at the Cockeyed Gull was so exceptional that I had to let everyone know! We had an amazing experience at the cockeyed gull on Saturday, July 13th. Trust me when I say I have not had a seafood meal this delicious since our trip to Sicily. Spontaneously, we decided to visit Peak Island on our trip to Maine.
The frogs decorated around the restaurant were absolutely adorable. We loved the meditating frog outside of their beautiful pollinator and vegetable garden surrounding the property.
We made a reservation for 7:45, and they kindly seated us 20 minutes early. Our server Christian was highly attentive throughout the entirety of our dining experience. He always made sure that we were taken care of and our water was full. He spoke highly about the restaurant as well as our choices for food. We started with the little neck clams cooked in what was possibly the best broth we’ve ever tasted. We did not leave a single drop. Our minds were blown instantly. My main course was a linguine with cilantro butter sea scallops, and my husband chose the wasabi pea encrusted halibut. Both were to die for. The breading was the perfect amount on the halibut and it stayed on perfectly.
We were full from the appetizer and entrees but we were curious about the carrot cake. Christian insisted that we should not miss trying it and that it was the best carrot cake he has ever had. After trying the decadent cake, we agreed. The three layer carrot cake was out of this world. No carrot cake we’ve ever had could compare.
The view of the sunset over Portland’s skyline was picture perfect. We couldn’t believe that we had never heard of this place!
To top it off, we left our credit card at the restaurant and they kindly offered to mail it back! Needless to say, this restaurant will be a staple in our itinerary each time we have friends and family come to visit Portland. We would give it a 10/5 if we could!
… moreAmy Hofmann
This little diamond in the ruff is everything I love about Maine! Vacationing with family and they brought me to the island for this wonderful little ocean front cafe! I cannot wait to go back! Everything about this place was wonderful. We were there in the off season so crowd control was awesome! The view was still stunning and the folks that work here are wonderful! Food was great! We ordered so many different foods and all of them were excellent!
… moreChristiana D’Arceuil
My husband came to this place already and he said it was nice so i decided to come this time and I Loved it. The Waitress was so nice, the food was Amazing! The ambiance was Fantastic! I would definitely go back whenever im in Maine again. I had the Smoked Salmon with capers and the sesame seed crust salmon with wasabi sauce and seaweed salad and roasted veggies and it was Amazing!
… moreZommy NL
We had lunch here and the view is amazing. The food was even better. We had 2 of the daily specials and both were excellent. Potato cakes and crab cakes were nice and crispy and the Caesar salad with Cajun salmon was awesome.
… moreTaylor Flowe
This little restaurant is EVERYTHING. So cute, SO delicious, such friendly staff and good service, and of course the location is spectacular. We were in the island late after most tourists had left & we enjoyed watching the locals come and go and banter with the staff here. We went with the shrimp Caesar salad and beef bulging in bowl and had no regrets.
… moreCarly Jae
On our first trip to Portland my husband and I decided to hop the ferry to Peaks island for dinner at The Cockeyed Gull, on the glowing recommendation of our Airbnb host. We’re SO glad we did! The food was AMAZING! The views were divine and the service was unmatched. I highly recommend the salmon! 10/10! We can’t wait until our next trip to Portland to come back for another delicious meal.
… moreDena Lunn
As of right now this place is open 7 days a week. It is absolutely fabulous! We got to watch the Sunset on the Patio while enjoying eachother, drinks and delicious food. For Appetizers we ordered the seaweed salad and the shrimp special. The Shrimp were plump with a very subtle crunch which was smothered in a decadent cream sauce. For dinner Fiance got the Shrimp Scampi, and I the Tuna Special both generous portions and cooked perfectly. We live in Portland and it was a great nightly adventure with fabulous food and service, we look forward to becoming regulars here!
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