Mine Oyster

If you’re considering a Maine lobster bake for your wedding, stop searching and hire Ralph. Our wedding was held over Labor Day weekend at my father-in-law’s private residence in Maine, and Ralph and his team completely exceeded every expectation we had. Ralph, the owner of Mine Oyster in Boothbay Harbor, brought the same level of hospitality, quality, and professionalism to our wedding that has made his restaurant such a local favorite. From the very beginning, he was incredibly organized, professional, and accommodating. He handled everything—tables, chairs, linens, plates, glassware, silverware, appetizers, the full lobster bake, dessert, bar setup, staffing, and even setup and cleanup. What could have been an incredibly complicated event felt seamless from start to finish because of Ralph and his team. What impressed us most was that Ralph created an experience, not just a meal. He interacted with our guests, gave demonstrations, and made the lobster bake an engaging and memorable part of the celebration. The food was exceptional, and he worked closely with us to make sure every guest was taken care of, including those who didn’t eat lobster, vegetarians, and children. Everyone felt included, and every dish was prepared with the same care and attention to detail. As someone who grew up around the hospitality industry, I have very high standards when it comes to service and execution. Ralph is one of the most impressive professionals I have ever worked with. His attention to detail, calm demeanor, flexibility, and commitment to making our wedding special were evident in every aspect of the event. Perhaps the greatest gift Ralph gave us was peace of mind. On a day when we could have been managing countless details, he allowed us to simply be present and enjoy our wedding with our family and friends. Knowing that everything was being handled by someone we trusted made all the difference. His staff was equally fantastic. Every member of the team was professional, friendly, and hardworking. We especially adored Shaney, who was an absolute joy to have as part of our wedding day. She went above and beyond, and her warmth and energy left a lasting impression on us and our guests. Months later, people are still talking about the food, the lobster bake, and the incredible experience Ralph created. Hiring him was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. If you want authentic Maine hospitality, amazing food, flawless execution, and a truly unforgettable experience, Ralph and the team from Mine Oyster in Boothbay Harbor are the people to call. Thank you, Ralph and team, for helping make our wedding day absolutely unforgettable.

We cannot rave about Ralph and his team at Mine Oyster enough. Professional and trustworthy, while being so incredibly down to earth and creative. Ralph fielded all of our questions and ideas with ease and a level of knowledge that made all of our planning and day of execution comfortable, fun, and so unique to us. We got married on LDW at Glidden Point Oyster Farms, and started it off with our rehearsal and drinks at Mine Oyster; a quick pivot Ralph immediately came to the rescue with when our plan to do it outdoors was rained out! He even offered to hold the homemade desserts and wedding cake my family made, and his team prepped them for us so kindly on our big day like it was their own! We had a few sun showers (downpours!) throughout our wedding day, which Ralph and his team rolled with seamlessly and put a smile on our faces through it all; working through cocktail hour with waders and a wooden pipe out of the bed of an old pick up truck, Ralph's personal touch on the whole tuna carving station he set up for us during cocktail hour as a surprise to my husband and all our wedding guests! We ended the night at Mine Oyster for our after party, where the live music was blasting and the dancing was on. It was the best time, and felt like we were home. We loved him, the food, the catering materials and dinnerware he brings, the atmosphere of the restaurants, and his amazing team so much that we incorporated them into each day of our long weekend wedding. And our guests continuously tell us that the food was the best they've ever had at a wedding! We can't say thank you enough, we'd book again and again and again!