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It was a lovely drive along the coast…
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And though I would have loved to stop and snap some photos, the husband was hungry… so you’ll have to make do with a few quick shots from the car.
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Here’s the famous Cribstone Bridge.
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And as you’ve probably guessed, lobster reigns supreme.
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This was our destination, Cooks Lobster and Ale House.
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A local landmark built in 1955 on a long spit of land with panoramic water views. Popular with locals and tourists alike (although we locals don’t appreciate the tourist prices) it’s a no fuss, traditionally rustic waterfront restaurant.
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But what it lacks in decor? It makes up in scenic vistas. The view from our table was pretty sweet.
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The cocktails are potent.
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And two Cosmopolitans were all I could handle if I wanted to remain upright.
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Pardon the fuzzy pic, it was taken through a screen.
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The food is simple but delicious. Caesar salad (with the most amazing homemade herb butter croutons evah!) for me, a tasty French onion soup for my other half.
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Perfectly cooked lightly battered fried sea scallops for me….
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And lazy lobster for my rat bastard husband who ate it in front of me without feeling the least bit guilty. (I came up allergic 7 years ago and can no longer consume the delicious crustaceans without becoming seriously ill. 😩)
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Dessert? Of course it was blueberry pie. And as we waddled out to the car… we stopped for a moment to take in the beauty.
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And realized the husband might have backed up a bit too far upon arrival.
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Maine rocks. They’re unforgiving little devils.
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River's world..... 
Beautiful stunning pics 😍😍
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Thanks. It’s a beautiful spot….
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Blueberry: The queen of pies.
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In Maine, the blueberry is king.
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Wonderful photos. The food looks delicious. Sorry about the rocks.
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No damage done, thankfully. But it made a fun picture…
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Can we go? I promise not to wear a bib. Because I will eat lobster. I don’t like scallops unless you can convince me otherwise…..
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Don’t. Like. Scallops? You may not be allowed over the Maine border…
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Tell me you’ve thought about this.
Will someone in Wisconsin actually KNOW how to fix scallops?
Seriously?
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Well, I know how to make lasagna and I’m not from Italy.
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I’m glad y’all got out from Casa River for a nice rendezvous out and about. I love scallops, and lobster but those Cosmos look delish!
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I love a good Cosmo and these were killer potent.
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Just curious—do you drive???
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Of course.
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We had lobster for Tess’ birthday. Had to take out a mortgage on the house but what the hell.
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You only live once.
Nice to see you stranger!
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Forgive me for this comment, but it’s coming from a lifelong non-coast dweller: I adore scallops but have never ever seen them battered! I didn’t know that was a thing!
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Fried scallops are a staple up here. Lightly coated in flour is how I do it, but lots of places use crumbs. Dip in a touch of tartar or garlic aioli? Heaven.
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I’ve never been to Maine, but that is EXACTLY what I picture the quintessential Maine restaurant to look like.
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It’s funny, in some of the most expensive waterfront areas? The restaurants are basically electrified shacks.
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That food and those views = WOW!
As a 20+ year vegetarian, I’m not always wowed by food shots, but everything you ordered looked great . . . including the lazy lobster. 😀
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Like I said, it’s simple but delicious.
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Everything looks lovely. I wish I was there. ❤️
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