Cliff House - Terrace

4.7

50 Reviews

$50 and over

Seafood

Great for scenic views
Great for outdoor dining
Good for special occasions

Join us on The Terrace for fresh tastes and refreshing sips under the sun. There is no better way to enjoy the bounties of our Maine waters than while taking in unparalleled views of the great Atlantic. Relax, soak in the salt air, and enjoy small plates, a creative raw bar menu, rotating daily Maines, seasonal cocktails, local brews, and perfectly paired wines. Open seasonally, The Terrace is a fully outdoor dining experience offering traditional and innovative seafood dishes. Reservations are required by calling 207-361-6277.*

*Please note that reservations for The Terrace are weather dependent and do not guarantee a table indoors elsewhere at Cliff House Maine in the event of inclement weather.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Seafood, Shellfish, Farm-to-table
Hours of operation
Daily 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Daily 5:00 pm–7:30 pm
Phone number
(207) 361-6277
Website
https://www.cliffhousemaine.com/dining/the-terrace
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
591 Shore Rd, York, ME 03902-7349
Neighborhood
Cape Neddick
Parking details
None
Additional
Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View

What 50 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.9Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Maine
Best Ambiance
Maine
Great for brunch
Maine
Kid-friendly
Maine
Great for outdoor dining
Maine
Great for scenic views
Maine
Seafood
Greater Portland
Best Ambiance
Greater Portland
Healthy
Greater Portland
Great for outdoor dining
Greater Portland
Romantic
Greater Portland
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Cliff House - Terrace offers "excellent food, service, and a beautiful view" of the Atlantic Ocean, creating a perfect setting for special occasions. The ambiance is cozy with overhead heaters, and the seafood dishes receive high praise. While some find prices steep, the "outstanding service" and breathtaking scenery make it worth visiting.

50 Reviews

S
Susan
Nashville
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on October 5, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The Terrace at Cliff House has a beautiful view out to the ocean which makes it a great place for date night or just a quiet dinner. Our server was very nice but the overall feeling of our dinner was there was a lot going on the night we ate there. I believe they was a wedding happening in the background which may have created a staff shortage situation.
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Vince
Naples
31 reviews
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on October 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
While the food was outstanding, the warmth and attentiveness of the staff and service was remarkable. Thanks to Paul for a nice Birthday lunch.
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Katy
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful view, delicious food, excellent service.
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JaneE
Jacksonville
33 reviews
2.0
33 reviews
Dined on September 27, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
What a huge disappointment!!! Buyer be ware! Had a reservation to celebrate a 60th and 92nd birthday. Needless to say the waiter acknowledged that we were there for a birthday celebration, but that was it. Our male waiter was one of the worst waiter’s we have ever experienced. Needless to say, for a highly regarded restaurant, he was an extreme disappointment. We were completely ignored. Appetizer of lobster and corn chowder was amazing! The fruit gazpacho was spicy. We would have sent it back, but again our waiter was no where to be found! The main course- the lobster roll and truffle fries were great! The salmon was overcooked. Again, waiter was no where to be found. I had the cod with mussels (6), clams (2) and an about 24 fingerling potatoes!!! What a HUGE disappointment!!! Again, I would have sent it back but our “waiter” was no where to be found!!! No one ever checked on us to see if we needed anything! Dessert- no mention of the birthday celebration, so our birthday guests ordered blueberry ice cream 😫 ONCE we were able to get the check, our tip was minimal. We always tip extremely well, but not today! Once we left, I went to the hotel desk and asked for the Terrace Restaurant manager, we were told that she was “unavailable!” Please rethink this restaurant. Brenda the hostess and waitress seemed to have her act together, but no promises you will have her as your server. Unfortunately, we will never return! Please rethink this restaurant!
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Christy
New York City
136 reviews
vip
4.0
136 reviews
Dined on September 12, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Food and ambiance were great but prices are very high. Service was a bit stiff for the casual terrace area.
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Thomas
Cleveland
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on September 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Worth the drive from York, ME or wherever you are. The view is breath taking and the Terrace has a full view of the ocean. We had the warm lobster roll and the was to die for and our waiter was OUTSTANDING.
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Puthiery
Atlanta Metro
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful ambiance and view. Our two small kids loved it.
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Maryann
New York City
9 reviews
vip
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on August 22, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and the service were excellent--and you cannot beat the view! Wish they had a better selection of wine.
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Tony
Greater Boston
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Overall very enjoyable experience; we had never previously eaten on the Terrace. Food & waitstaff were excellent! Would highly recommend.
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Jed
New York City
16 reviews
3.0
16 reviews
Dined on August 16, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Over priced. Nice view. Below average quality of food.
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Cliff House - Terrace is rated 4.7 stars by 50 OpenTable diners.

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591 Shore Rd, York, ME 03902-7349

Additional information

Neighborhood
Cape Neddick
Hours of operation
Daily 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Daily 5:00 pm–7:30 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Seafood, Shellfish, Farm-to-table
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Additional
Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View

Website
https://www.cliffhousemaine.com/dining/the-terrace
Phone number
(207) 361-6277

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