The Whale's Rib Tavern - Deer Isle

Well priced for really high quality, delicious food that's sourced locally, the waitress was more relaxed and friendly which made everyone feel right at home, and they have the best French Onion Soup I've ever had in my life, hands down.

I can't review the food cuz I can't make a reservation. Called, got told by answering machine to use online system. Tried, couldn't get in. Told the friend we want to eat with. She tried, couldn't get in either.

Dinner was delicious and was definitely professional-chef prepared. Dessert was a flop, but who can afford a full-time pastry chef on a small island? Definitely go for the main course and ambiance. We will definitely be back!

Lovely Maine classics plus some unexpected surprises! I started with a virgin Raspberry Lemon tequila smash craft cocktail. We shared delicious Pastrami seasoned smoked salmon Bao Buns with seafood salad. My husband had his favorite Halibut over pea risotto and I had the Pork ribs with Cole slaw and french fries. The ribs fell right off of the bone.I had eaten nothing but seafood for two weeks and felt the need for meat. :

Everyone else sitting in the beer garden had food but we were told that food couldn't be ordered to take out to the picnic tables. Confusing staff rules. A wood fired pizza oven was available at the library across the street. Great location.