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The Cockatoo Portuguese Restaurant

Goose Cove Road, (Goose Cove Lodge), Deer Isle, ME 04627
207 348 2300
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Ranked #3 of 6 restaurants in Deer Isle
Cuisines: Portuguese
Dining options: Reservations
Most recent review
- 26 Sep 2012
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Dining options: Reservations
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24 reviews from our community

33% Recommend
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2 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 September 2012

Despite mixed reviews we gave it a try. The signature paella was only palatable because of the lobster on top (don't serve me gulf shrimp on Deer Isle!). My husband's Portuguese steak paled in comparison to others we've had. The fried cod balls set us up to expect more: quite good.

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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 September 2012

A beautiful spot, but the food and service are barely OK. Go for lunch, when you can really appreciate the location.

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Atlanta, Georgia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 August 2012

The view is amazing and the food is great also, prepared with much TLC this is a place to put on your list when visiting Deer Isle.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 August 2012

I've been going to this restaurant for over ten years, before they even moved to their current location. I've always loved everything I've eaten here, although I've found the portions to be quite large. The location is incredible, especially if you are there during sunset. The cod balls are better than any I had while in Portugal for three months.... More

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New York City, New York
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 August 2012

We were visiting Deer Isle and looked for a restaurant. Although other reviews said the service was bad, we decided to try it anywa, in part because it was a scenic view on the water. it took an hour and a quarter for our food to come although two of us had a salad, and one a brochettes of beef... More

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Worcester, Massachusetts
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14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 July 2012

I am shocked to see the negative reviews here, as the four times that we have eaten at the Cockatoo have all been extremely pleasant experiences. We have been here for twice for dinner and twice for brunch, and we have never had any complaints about the food or the service. The only warning that I would give is that... More

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Ipswich, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 June 2012

This place is a pleasant surprize tucked into the woods of Deer Isle. We were a group of 10 women and accommodated with ease with delicious authentic Portuguese meals.

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Foxboro
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 June 2012

We discovered the Cockatoo because of a couple from California who rented our Summer cottage on Deer Isle. They LOVED the Cockatoo and we read about their experience in our guest book. They found the food outstanding, the restaurant warm and comfortable and the water view wonderful. Lastly they loved Susan the Owner/Chef for her warm welcome in the dining... More

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Deer Isle, Maine
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 January 2012

the worst visit ever have been trying many times to find a good meal here,staff is from mars,maybe lithuania,they know nothing have never been instructed how to serve etc. the food takes hours to get the drinks are also always really slow and hard to get any service.The owner is clueless and over the top with her own ego flapping... More

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Cleveland
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 December 2011

We really enjoyed this restaurant! We arrived at sunset, and the view was spectacular. I would suggest going a bit before dark, to fully experience the expansive view. The only complaint was we were seated for about 20 minutes before wait staff came to our table. But all in all, a memorable meal!

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