2025-12-25T00:00:00.000Z

Roof top is the best spot in the area for a drink with a view. Food is good, yes it's expensive but you are paying for the location. I do wish the menu had some more seafood options given the locale, but what they do have they prepare well. Service is good. Parking can be a challenge.

2025-11-07T00:00:00.000Z

Myself and family had a wonderful dinner here! The service was absolutely fabulous! Special shoutout to Kelsey, who was friendly, attentive, and made sure everything was perfect throughout our meal. We started with the fresh calamari appetizer, which was light, crispy, and so tasty, and the fresh pear salad was a refreshing, flavorful start. For my entrée, I had the stuffed lobster with scallops, and it was delish! The lobster was succulent, perfectly cooked, and truly a treat for dinner. It was served with fresh veggies and potatoes. My fiancé and future sister-in-law ordered the "Best of Both Worlds" which was steak and lobster; it was a nice combo, but they both agreed the steak was just okay and didn't really need the chimichurri sauce. My future brother-in-law really enjoyed his haddock entrée....he said it was fresh and well-prepared. We finished the meal by sharing desserts; cheesecake, key lime pie, and chocolate mousse cake, and every bite was yummy! All in all, a great and yummy meal by the water with fabulous service and fresh, delicious food. We'll definitely be back!

2025-11-05T00:00:00.000Z

Had a wonderful meal here. Extremely friendly staff and the chefs were really on point with the food. Only four stars because the restaurant could really use some updating and cleaning. The windows had lots of fingerprints and just overall had a 1993 vibe. While that may not be a bad thing for some, in a part of the country where there are so many fantastic places to eat... Don't relax on the details. However the food and staff were amazing and that's what it's all about. Time for some tables and chairs so they're not leaning so much

2025-10-27T00:00:00.000Z

Had a party there it was such a wonderful experience I would recommend for a large party or intimate dinner for two

2025-10-11T00:00:00.000Z

Everything we ate was so delicious! We are gluten free, dairy free and almond free. We started with the Fall Cider Sangria, which was really refreshing, and we each had a salad and GF Fish/Chips and GF Grilled Salmon. The braised red cabbage so good and savory, we never had that before! The menu had several items that were labeled GF or that could be made GF. We don't eat out a lot and we are traveling so this was a such a great find for us. Dorothy helped us order and did a great job answering our questions. Thank you for a special meal!

2025-09-16T00:00:00.000Z

You can never go wrong with Joseph's! The food is magnificent. From seafood to steak to handhelds, there is something tor everyone. The service is what you would expect from a higher end restaurant, but is not stuffy like some higher end restaurants. The servers are friendly and prompt but not invasive which is perfect for spending time with friends or family catching up on life and sharing a meal. The array of dining options is unreal. From their main dining room, which has spectacular views of the ocean, to their patio which is heated and perfect to catch the sunset; to the rooftop patio which is just a special treat, there is something for everyone: Joseph's is a special place that is such a vibrant part of the community. We love it there!

2025-09-01T00:00:00.000Z

We sat on the patio and watched the bunnies play on the grass. The service was top notch and the food was delicious, fresh and beautifully served. After dinner we went up to the top deck for an after dinner beverage. The views are incredible. We will go again!

2025-08-31T00:00:00.000Z

The service wasn't bad, but you could tell that they didn't want to be there. The food was good, but not great. The price really didn't live up to the hype. We started with bread service and a salad both were good and then I had a filet which was undercooked but no biggie and she had the chicken breast that was ok. The views of the ocean are outstanding.

2025-08-24T00:00:00.000Z

We made reservations for outside it looks out at the ocean great view. It was busy had a little wait for our first drinks but the service was great our waitress was amazing. All the food we had was delicious definitely the nicest place in town

2025-08-24T00:00:00.000Z

The Food was Absolutely Delicious, it was hot when we got and the presentation was on point!!! The service was perfect, she was attentive but not annoying. The restaurant itself was beautiful and had a wonderful atmosphere and very romantic. which was perfect because my girlfriend and I were celebrating our engagement. She had the fish and chips and I had the grilled Atlantic Salmon and we highly recommend both!! it was an all around wonderful dining experience and I will most definitely eat here again. I highly recommend if you really want to eat there that you make a reservation we did and it was well worth it.

2025-08-20T00:00:00.000Z

Absolutely the very best food and service in all of Old Orchard Beach!! if your in the area you must go there! best lobster roll ever and the bake haddock is excellent!!

2025-08-14T00:00:00.000Z

We stayed in OOB for 4 nights recently and based on recommendations we tried Joseph's. We were totally impressed with Food and Service we received at the Outdoor Patio Views of the Saco Bay were breathtaking! As a result we booked another dinner on our last night there

2025-08-10T00:00:00.000Z

Joseph’s by the Sea is a treat from start to finish. The ocean view alone is worth the visit, but the food makes it unforgettable—fresh, perfectly cooked, and full of flavor. The lobster was the best I’ve had in ages. Staff are warm and attentive without hovering, and the whole place feels welcoming and relaxed. Can’t wait to come back!

2025-08-08T00:00:00.000Z

Great spot for dinner, lots of ocean views available bars, upstairs and downstairs. Our server did an excellent job. My fish and chips was delicious. Gluten-free with a cornbread crust. My wife's salmon was also delicious again gluten-free, the only thing that it wasn't really hot when it arrived.

2025-08-02T00:00:00.000Z

Amazing food and attentive wait staff! We loved our dinner here! The lobster sauté was incredible and it had so much lobster in it! The ocean views were spectacular. We went on the early side and got a parking spot in the small parking lot.

2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Haven't been to many places in old orchard beach, I was recommended Joseph's by some friends, the setting was a little basic for me. The service was very attentive along with helpful when it came to the questions I was asking. One of those questions was if the lobster in the establishment was local and not Canadian, luckily the lobster is sourced locally . I ended up having a seafood pasta dish that was very fresh and delicious! The drinks were great I was a little disappointed in old orchard beach for having such a limited and not good tequila selection. I will definitely return to this establishment for a second go to see if it's consistently the same. I will add you can show up casual or dressed to impress all are welcome!

2025-07-27T00:00:00.000Z

Couldn't have asked for a better experience. The scenic roof deck was the perfect spot for a romantic date and proposal (she said yes!) on a summer evening. Our server Madison was incredible with her service and assistance in presenting a glass of champagne with the ring in it. We'll definitely be back, quite possibly for the wedding itself next year!

2025-07-20T00:00:00.000Z

Our go to place when in OBB. Service and food is always top notch. A gem of a restaurant with a great view. Can't ask for more in a beach town.

2025-07-12T00:00:00.000Z

My wife and I celebrated our 20th wedding anniversary on July 7th with an amazing dinner experience at Joseph's By The Sea. Our party consisted of 14 family members in total. We had 2 tables of 7 on the roof with a spectacular view of the ocean. Our tables were well spaced out from other guests, allowing everyone to enjoy their visit. The weather was outstanding but there is overheard protection for the high top tables just in case. Our server's name was Carolyn. She could not have provided better service. Carolyn welcomed our party immediately with a warm smile and was super attentive to all of our needs throughout our stay. Her service is a blueprint that all in the service industry should follow. Simply incredible - we are very much appreciative that her efforts contributed to a memorable & wonderful evening. The food was outstanding - worth every penny!!! Every member in our dinner party enjoyed themselves, including our grandchildren. I would highly recommend that everyone makes Joseph's By The Sea part of their trip when visiting Old Orchard Beach.

2025-07-01T00:00:00.000Z

Loved this restaurant, we had an outside patio table & the view was fab. The service was excellent & Dirithy our waitress was lovely funny & attentive. The food was amazing for me I had the seafood chowder ( best ever) and the seafood pasta, massive portions& very tasty. My husband had the lobster tacos & sauté lobster pasta & both were nice, hoping to go back & try something different as the menu was nice & varied.