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    Red Sky

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    526 reviews
    #2 of 14 Restaurants in Southwest Harbor
    $$$$, American, Seafood, Vegetarian Friendly
    14 Clark Point Rd, Southwest Harbor, Mount Desert Island, ME 04679-4410
    +1 207-244-0476
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    4.5 526 reviews
    #2 of 14 Restaurants in Southwest Harbor, Maine
    Certificate of Excellence2015 - 2018 Winner
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    14 Clark Point Rd, Southwest Harbor, Mount Desert Island, ME 04679-4410
    Website
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    +1 207-244-0476

    Menu

    SOUP​
    $10.00
    Lobster Chowder with Halibut Stock, Lobster Meat, Red Potatoes and Bacon
    $7.00
    Wild Mushroom with Crispy Shallots
    APPETIZERS​
    $11.00
    Roast Quail with A Raspberry Balsamic Glaze with Wild Rice
    $9.00
    House-Made Duck and Pork Sausage with A Cranberry Pear Relish and Spicy Whole Grain Beer Mustard
    $7.00
    Chicken Liver Pate with Lemon Zest and Apple Brandy, with Sweet Red Onion Jam
    $8.00
    Crispy Polenta Layered with Shiitake and Crimini Mushrooms and Sauteed Beet Greens Finished with A Balsamic Reduction and Parmigiano-Reggiano
    $10.00
    Mussels Steamed in White Wine with Dijon, Fresh Fennel, Garlic and Shallot
    $8.00
    Maine Shrimp Sauteed with Tamari, Orange, Balsamic and Aleppo Pepper, Over A House-Made Puff Pastry Shell
    $8.00
    Salmon Smoked Over Applewood, Served with Goat and Cream Cheese Caper Spread, Red Onion and House-Made Sesame Wheat Crackers
    SALADS​
    $12.00
    Apple Smoked Duck Breast with Sun Dried Cherries and Tomatoes, Parmigianoreggiano and Fresh Picked Micro Greens
    $13.00
    Fresh Crabmeat in A Citrus Riesling Dressing with Grapefruit Supremes and Local Bibb Lettuce
    $7.00
    Micro Greens From Deer Meadow with A Lemon Shallot Vinaigrette
    $9.00
    Deer Meadow Mixed Greens with Maytag Blue, Caramelized Pears and Balsamic Vinaigrette
    MAIN COURSES​
    $29.00
    Lobster and Risotto, with the Meat of A Whole Lobster Sauteed with Sherry, Mushrooms and Local Asparagus
    $25.00
    Grilled Scallops with A Mild Chile Molasses Glaze, Black Beans and Rice and Red Cabbage Slaw
    $28.00
    Fresh Local Halibut Pan Browned, Finished in The Oven and Served with Spanish Salad of Cherry Tomato, Cucumber and Red Onion in A Red Wine Vinaigrette
    $25.00
    Crab Cakes Made with Fresh Local Peekytoe Crabmeat, Pan Browned and Served with A Roasted Garlic and Caper Aioli
    $30.00
    New York Strip Sirloin Grilled and Topped with An Olive Oil Bearnaise, Served Over Red Wine Caramelized Onions
    $26.00
    Pan-Roasted Breast of Duck with A Port Wine Demi-Glace and Rhubarb Raspberry Compote
    $19.00
    Roasted Half Chicken From Sunset Acres Farm, Basmati Rice with Bacon, Almonds and Cranberry Sauce, Over Greens
    $23.00
    Baby Back Ribs Slowly Braised, Then Finished on The Grill with A Maple Glaze
    $20.00
    House-Made Tagliatelle Pasta with Roasted Squash and Radish, Sauteed Mushrooms and A Maple Almond Cream Sauce
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    PRICE RANGE
    $22 - $33
    Special Diets
    Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options, Vegan Options
    Meals
    Dinner
    CUISINES
    American, Seafood
    FEATURES
    Seating, Waitstaff, Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Reservations, Accepts Credit Cards
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    Reviewed November 13, 2018
    Gourmet enjoyment!

    The food and service were outstanding at Red Sky. The seafood dishes were cooked to perfection and the recommendation for wine was spot on.

    Date of visit: September 2018
    Thank DoranAR
    Reviewed November 5, 2018
    Among the best restaurants on MDI

    We had not eaten at Red Sky for a couple of years, and were delighted to find it as good as we remembered. The room is cheery and bedecked with wonderful local artwork. The menu is varied, with something for even the fussiest eaters. Our...More

    Date of visit: October 2018
    Thank bea0101
    Reviewed November 4, 2018
    Fantastic Service, Average food

    We had heard very positive things about Red Skye, so were looking forward to our meal there. Both the service and atmosphere were excellent. But the food, while certainly acceptable, was less than we had hoped for.

    Date of visit: August 2018
    Thank MBA60302
    Reviewed October 31, 2018
    Always delivers!

    For about 5 or 6 years now we have been going to Red Sky when we go to Southwest Harbor on our annual trip. It is warm and welcoming and the food is always top notch. The sole I had this trip melted in my...More

    Date of visit: October 2018
    Thank pzyme
    Reviewed October 19, 2018
    Enjoyable Meal in Southwest Harbor

    Great to have a small fine dining restaurant in the small village of Southwest Harbor.Dined there recently solo and was treated very well. Service was good and the place is always busy. Do not go without reservations you may wait a long time.I had the...More

    Date of visit: October 2018
    Thank catskillperson
    Reviewed October 16, 2018
    Excellent Dining in Southwest Harbor

    Accidentlally stumbled on Red Sky while looking online for a place for dinner. Would could not have found a better restaurant. The Food, service and ambiance was perfect. There was nothing we would have changed about the experience we had at Red Sky. We only...More

    Date of visit: October 2018
    Thank GrandTour736951
    Reviewed October 13, 2018
    Best dinner in Southwest Harbor

    We made a last minute reservation for dinner at THE RED SKY and had a terrific dinner. Luckily there was room for us at a table near the bar. The food was delicious and the next time I'm in town I'll make a reservation in...More

    Date of visit: September 2018
    Thank Diane R
    Reviewed October 5, 2018 via mobile
    Unfortunately the best choice in town

    Friendly but disorganized, the kitchen scores more misses than hits. If you choose wisely you may end up with a mildly palatable meal, but chances are slim. Tasteless salad drowned in an overly sweet balsamic preceded a waterlogged sole ruined by a fussy sauce, blandly...More

    Date of visit: October 2018
    Thank Widelytraveled
    Elizabeth L, Owner at Red Sky, responded to this reviewResponded October 6, 2018

    So sorry you didn't enjoy you experience with us. I wish I had known while you were in the restaurant so we could have done something to make you happy. We are very shorthanded hence 'disorganized'. We are not short of staff by choice. There...More

    Reviewed October 3, 2018
    May be the best in Southwest Harbour

    Tried the risotto, cooked to perfection, with a medium size lobster at a reasonable price. Bartender an expert in fixing drinks and recommending local beer. Make reservation early, otherwise you may be eating at the bar. Owner cooks, wife at reception. Few tables, but then...More

    Date of visit: October 2018
    Thank Letsgoblues1
    Reviewed October 2, 2018
    Very well prepared meals with excellent waitstaff.

    Comfortable atmosphere appealing mostly to adults, many of which were older. The owners clearly are mindful of high standards, excellent meals, and proper servicing at the table. What a refreshing experience. We ate on a Thursday night and found the restaurant full. Several interesting choices...More

    Date of visit: September 2018
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    July 22, 2017|
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    Response from Jaclyn W | Reviewed this property |
    I would call and ask most restaurants allow it but charge a cork fee that can vary so best to ask ahead of time.
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    July 26, 2015|
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    Check their web site redskyrestaurant
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