Kennebunk and Kennebunkport Restaurants
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1. Earth at Hidden Pond
$$$ | |Each and every meal feels like a special occasion at his splurge-worthy place, which offers thoughtful attention to flavor and texture and uses the freshest locally sourced ingredients. The seasonally inspired menu is always in flux, but you can be sure that even hard-core foodies will be delighted with this culinary experience.
354 Goose Rocks Rd., Kennebunkport, Maine, 04046, USA207-967–6550Known For
- Wood-fire surf-and-turf dishes
- Ingredients culled from its own garden
- Private dining sheds and cabanas for special occasions and groups
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2. Ocean
$$$ | |Large picture windows make this one of the best places in town to watch the sun set (or rise) over the Atlantic. The intimate dining space features a touch of seaside elegance coupled with captivating, original local art, and Maine seafood and other local ingredients are used in contemporary takes on classic dishes such as lobster Thermidor, foie gras, swordfish, and seafood velouté.
208 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport, Maine, 04046, USA855-346–5700Known For
- Equally perfect for a romantic evening or a gathering of friends
- Gracious, old-world service
- Ridiculously indulgent desserts that you may want to eat first
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Rate Includes: No lunch -
3. Old Vines Wine Bar
$$ | |Housed in a historic barn, this wine bar and its front patio get busy in summer, and for good reason: artisan cocktails and flavorful small plates are expertly made, and, as the name suggests, the wine list is stellar. Except for a six-week break in midwinter, it's open year-round and cozy on cold nights, too. Stop in for live music or book a small-group cocktail class.
173 Port Rd., Kennebunk, Maine, 04043, USA207-967–2310Known For
- Wine list featuring small vineyards and unique varietals
- Regular entertainment by Maine musicians
- Lively Yard Bar open outdoors in summer
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch. Closed for 6 wks in Feb. and Mar. -
4. Pier 77 Restaurant
$$ | |Here, phenomenal views share center stage with a sophisticated menu that emphasizes seafood. The ground-level restaurant's large windows overlook Cape Porpoise harbor, ensuring that every seat has a view of the water; tucked around the corner, the tiny but funky and fun Ramp Bar & Grill pays homage to a really good burger, fried seafood, and other pub-style classics; and, up a flight of stairs, Ramp Up offers crow's-nest harbor views and a place to wait for your table when lines to get in are long.
77 Pier Rd., Cape Porpoise, Maine, 04014, USA207-967–8500Known For
- Live music in summer
- Great spot for cocktails on the water while watching boats and sea life pass by
- A packed house almost every meal in the summer (reservations highly recommended)
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5. Rococo Ice Cream
$ | |Have an open mind and an adventurous palate when you walk inside this tiny shop as you won't find plain vanilla or chocolate on the menu. Rococo's has a rotating rooster of internationally inspired flavors that range from olive oil, rosemary, caramel, and pepitas to goat cheese, blackberry, and Chambord.
6 Spring St., Kennebunkport, Maine, 04046, USA207-835–1049Known For
- Ships ice cream around the country
- Unique ingredient combinations
- Maine whoopie-pie ice cream
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6. The Clam Shack
$$ | |For more than a half century, this shack has been known for speedy service and great takeout fare, like its traditional boiled lobster dinners and lobster rolls on freshly baked buns. Eat at one of several wooden picnic tables that overlook the Kennebunk River. There’s even a lemonade stand to complete the experience.
2 Western Ave., Kennebunk, Maine, 04043, USA207-967–3321Known For
- Ships lobster nationally
- Lobster rolls and fried clams
- Clam chowder
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7. The Tides Beach Club Restaurant
$$$ | |Maritime accents and a crisp color palette help to make this unfussy, beachside restaurant a good place to relax and enjoy a prebeach bite or a post-beach sit-down meal. The menu features lighter seafood fare and salads alongside heartier options, such as lobster rangoons, crispy fried-chicken sandwiches, and burgers.
930 Kings Hwy., Kennebunkport, Maine, 04046, USA207-967–3757Known For
- No dress code—think beach-hair-don't-care chic
- Delicious craft cocktails
- Exceptional service that isn't cloying
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8. Dock Square Coffee House
$ | |European-style coffee drinks, tea, pastries, smoothies, and other seasonal snacks are on the menu at this small café built over a tidal river in the midst of Dock Square. The coffee is sourced from Portland-based and nationally recognized Coffee By Design, one of the state's best.
18 Dock Sq., Kennebunkport, Maine, 04046, USA207-967–4422Known For
- Locally sourced coffee, pastries and breakfast sandwiches
- Quiet place to sit amid the bustle of Dock Square
- Central location
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Jan.–Mar. -
9. Mabel's Lobster Claw
$$$ | |Since the 1950s, this tiny spot on Ocean Avenue has been serving lunches and dinners featuring lobster (baked and in rolls), clam chowder, and other seafood, as well as homemade pies. The decor includes paneled walls, wooden booths, and autographed photos of various TV stars (and members of the Bush family), and there's outside seating.
124 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport, Maine, 04046, USA207-967–2562Known For
- Blueberry pie
- Lobster Savannah: split and filled with scallops and shrimp, and baked in a Newburg sauce
- Takeout window for food and ice cream
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Nov.–early Apr. -
10. The Boathouse Restaurant
$$$ | |You can't get more up-close and personal with Kennebunkport's harbor than at this stunning waterside restaurant and bar that serves dressed-up, contemporary takes on classic Maine fare, alongside staples such as perfectly shucked local oysters, lobster tacos, and hearty clam and corn chowder. The inside spaces are warm and welcoming, with a maritime theme that's not too over-the-top. The wraparound deck is one of the best spots in town to grab a cocktail and watch the sun set over the Kennebunk River.
21 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport, Maine, 04046, USA207-967–8225Known For
- Amazing waterside location
- Top-notch cocktails on the wraparound deck
- Great seafood
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11. The Burleigh
$$$ | |Nautical accents give this trendy restaurant a laid-back vibe that is the perfect transition from time spent out on the water (or at the beach) to a relaxed end-of-the-day meal. While fresh seafood plays a central role, you can't go wrong with one of the excellent burgers or pork chops paired with one of the many rotating local craft-beer choices.
1 Dock Sq., Kennebunkport, Maine, 04046, USA207-967–2621Known For
- Burleigh burger (prime beef patty, cheddar cheese, smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, hand-cut fries)
- Craft cocktails that will knock you off of your feet
- Excellent happy hour in the inn's Garden Social Club
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch. Closed Mon. and Tues.
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