Customer Reviews & Chef Testimonials

I bought oysters, lobster meat, uni and caviar. They were all well packed, super fresh and delicious! The prices were excellent as well. I will definitely order from them again! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Five stars for this company! This was our second order and will not be our last. Our seafood arrived in excellent condition and the quality was incredible. The oysters were fresh and delicious and the jumbo scallops were beyond compare, better than a filet mignon! We cannot wait to order again. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"We recently moved from Maine to No. California and were really missing lobster and fresh seafood from home. We ordered lobster and scallops from SoPo Seafood and was shocked honestly at how fresh right outta of the ocean fresh it was!! Ordering was so easy and the customer service was amazing. Couldn’t believe how fast it arrived." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"I live in Las Vegas and it's very hard to get good seafood here. I ordered 25 lbs of haddock. It arrived on time and was very fresh. I have the best fish anywhere in Vegas. Will be ordering much more." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"Excellent service and excellent quality...I ordered sushi quality salmon and sushi quality day scallops .. the salmon arrived fresh with excellent flavor and the day scallops were sweet and delicious.....I will use SoPo again and again...." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"This is the 3rd time I have ordered seafood via overnight delivery from these guys and every experience has been fantastic. The quality of the seafood is very impressive." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Oh my gosh - this winter has brought us about 5 deliveries of oysters - such wonderful indulgence. PERFECT oysters. Merritt Island and Recompense Cove are the BEST! arrived on time, cold, held for days in the refrig. On the half-shell and in oyster po' boys...as good as it gets! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"SoPo seafood delivered as advertised. I bought 12# of day boat scallops that were perfect. Having been raised in Maine I really missed the great seafood. Now I can get my fix without leaving North Carolina.
These folks know their seafood and I highly recommend them. Nice people" ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"“The most delicious scallops we ever had!” This is what my husband’s parents said about the gift we gave them for Christmas. We sent scallops and salmon to them in Northern Vermont. The packaging was exceptional and they raved about the taste of both the scallops and salmon. We are going to order for ourselves! Such a wonderful experience. Thank you SoPo Seafood!" ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

I go out of my way to visit SoPo because they go out of there way to always ensure that the experience is perfect. Not only fresh seafood, a huge variety of caviar and oysters but always smiley people who seem to truly enjoy their jobs. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Found this gem as we were looking for a good seafood place to eat during our visit (specifically oysters for my husband lol). Overall, was very impressed by the cozy vibe and interior of this place. They have their place broken out so that you can either buy seafood and various items like furikake flakes, goodies (tees, sweaters, etc.) and a section for dining in. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Seafood at its very freshest. Friendly atmosphere. I'm a weekly customer. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

As an ex chef and oyster seafood lover I feel this place is the "Jewel of Portland "
I've now gone 7 times!
Sweet simple unpretentious and super fresh quality. Great selection, perfect oysters and very fair good bar! Caviar and oysters yum , blinis too! Excellent lobster roll, great chowder. Super crab claws and Mustard dip. The ability to buy at their market and take home anything is brilliant. We bring home gifts to those we love. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Fantastic, fresh seafood!! Caviar, crudo spoons, oysters, plenty of smoked fish. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Wonderful across the board. Top of the line food, service, and atmosphere. The entire staff brims with a positive energy that makes you feel warm and welcome the instant you walk in. Our server was kind and attentive, and we appreciated the clever way they labeled our multiple oyster plates, making ordering encores of our favorites that much easier. Between the aforementioned fresh oysters and the melt-in-your-mouth lobster rolls, my husband and I left very happy. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The food here is unreal. One of the better lobster rolls I've had and the service was awesome. Our waitress had so much knowledge and was so pleasant. This place is a must. My only wish is that I could try everything. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

My brothers and I shared an absolute seafood feast at SoPo, and we couldn't of been happier with the experience.

Trout Roll, Lobster Roll, Steamed Mussels, Smoked Seafood Plate, Oysters, Jonah Claws haha... All Excellent! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

I have been working with Matt (Founder of SoPo) for the past 12 years. He was my sales rep when I was the sashimi chef at Uni in Boston and continued providing top quality seafood and service when I opened Central Provisions and Tipo Restaurant in Portland, Maine. He is one of the top seafood providers I have had the pleasure of working with. - Owner & Chef of Central Provisions & Tipo Restaurant, Portland, ME

I've been working with Matt (Founder of SoPo) for many years and to me what sets him apart is how well he reacts to fix problems when things don't go according to plan.  Whether I forget to order or there was problem on his end, I always feel Matt goes the extra mile to make sure I am taken care of. - Chef & Owner of Back Bay Grill, Portland, ME

Matt (Founder of SoPo Seafood) has been one of my most trusted vendors! He always made himself available to help me make the magic happen. My favorite thing about having him as a rep was his knowledge and understanding of the seafood he was selling. His cheerful attitude and excitement for his job made him a great pleasure to work with! - Chef Heather Neri

The past 10 years working with Matt Brown (Founder of SoPo Seafood) has been an absolute pleasure. His knowledge and passion for what he represents with the seafood he sells is a step above. The drive to learn more in the fish world is what sets him apart from everyone else. His familiarity with the product is unmatched by most. He’s always exceeded expectations and readily available with any questions or inquiries. - Executive Chef of the Union Bluff Hotel, York, ME

Matt (Founder of SoPo Seafood) has been the ultimate professional for the past 10 years of my career. He's become more than just a rep. He's a friend that I can trust when I need seafood sourced quickly. - Executive Chef & Partner of UNI Boston, Boston, MA

It's been a real pleasure working with Matt and Lucas (Founder's of SoPo Seafood) over the years. They're a pair of well-informed, easy going guys who really know their fish. I look forward to great things from Sopo! - Owner & Chef of Eventide Oyster Company & Hugo's, Portland, ME

I have been doing business with Matt Brown for over ten years. The seafood business is all about relationships. Matt has earned my trust over the years by providing the most pristine product coupled with excellent service. I trust his judgement with all things seafood. - Executive Chef of Earth at Hidden Pond, Kennebunkport, ME

I have had the pleasure to work with Luke Myers and Matt Brown for the last 15 years. Their professionalism and friendly charm made it easy to trust and work with each and every day.They were always available with solutions to opportunities as well as introductions to modern products of the highest quality.Their knowledge and passion for the industry is infectious. - Executive Chef of Stein Eriksen Lodge, Park City, UT

I have purchased fish with Matt Brown (Founder of SoPo) as my guide and salesperson for many years and his experience and honesty have always yielded the choice for the best product for my restaurant.I trust Matt to purchase the freshest seasonally available fish that Maine or anywhere has to offer for the most discerning chefs and restaurant owners. - Owner & Chef of the Purple House, North Yarmouth, ME

Private chefs, like their clients, have special needs and Matt Brown (Founder of SoPo) has always been willing and able to cater to mine. - International Private Chef