The Southern Coast Restaurants
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1. Batson River Fish Camp
$$ | |This outpost of the popular Batson River brewing and distilling company channels the feel of a trendy lakeside camp (think vintage thermoses and prize catches mounted on the walls) all year round. The menu includes standout cocktails, well-done bar fare, and beers brewed on-site, just behind Fish Camp. On the main road to Wells Beach and off busy Route 1, it's a welcome addition in a drive-through part of town.
73 Mile Rd., Wells, Maine, 04090, USA207-360–7255Known For
- Limited-edition brews
- Throwback camp decor
- Fun spot for a well-made cocktail after a day at the beach
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Rate Includes: Closed Wed. No lunch -
2. Bite Into Maine
$$ | |Hands down Maine's best lobster roll is found at this food truck that overlooks the idyllic Portland Head Light in Cape Elizabeth. Traditional rolls smothered in ungodly amounts of drawn butter are delicious, but you've also got the option to get out of the lobster comfort zone with rolls featuring flavors like wasabi, curry, and chipotle. There are vegetarian and nonseafood options on offer, too.
1000 Shore Rd., Cape Elizabeth, Maine, 04107, USA207-289–6142Known For
- Quick and informal spot for a bite
- Unbeatable view over the ocean
- Always fresh lobster
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed mid-Nov.–mid-Apr. -
3. Bitter End
$$ | |Pete and Kate Morency, the duo originally behind the ever-popular Pier 77 and the Ramp Bar and Grill in Kennebunkport, are also the masterminds behind this seafood spot, where Mediterranean and American classics are given brilliant, contemporary twists. The fabulous decor consists of an unlikely marriage of old-school American sports memorabilia and something that might be described as shabby ballroom chic—crystal chandeliers hang above old leather boxing gloves, and shiny trophies (including a 1961 Miss Universe cup) and black-and-white photos of sports icons line the bar.
2118 Post Rd., Wells, Maine, 04090, USA207-360–0904Known For
- Cuisine fusion and a rotating menu
- Outdoor seating area with firepit
- Superbly curated bevy of liquors
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Rate Includes: Closed Tues. -
4. Earth at Hidden Pond
$$$ | |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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5. Elda
$$$$ | |Award-winning chef Bowman Brown is behind this restaurant, situated in an old mill building—transformed with exquisite, Scandinavian-style decor—and offering just two tasting-menu seatings (at 5 and 8:30) a night. This is one of Maine's most highly regarded and splurge-worthy dining experiences, featuring meticulously prepared, seasonally inspired dishes, but if your budget is tight, note that the first-floor Jackrabbit Cafe serves small plates and pastries for a fraction of the tasting-menu price.
14 Main St., Maine, 04005, USA207-602–0359Known For
- Unhurried, indulgent dining (meals often last three hours)
- Focus on locally sourced ingredients
- Impeccable, modern-meets-original design, with an old vault serving as bar
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch. Closed Sun.–Tues. and for 2-wk break in spring, Reservations essential -
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6. Goldthwaite's Pool Lobster
$$ | |This classic spot has been a go-to in the seaside hamlet of Biddeford Pool for over 100 years. Now part general store, part takeout spot, it's a one-stop-shop for sunscreen, wine and beer, and locally made pies; the kitchen offers a bevy of Maine classics (including lobster dinners and fresh lobster rolls), sometimes with a twist (like haddock tacos with ginger-cucumber salsa or a blueberry cream cheese tart for dessert). Enjoy your meal at the picnic tables out back for unparalleled views of the sea and islands; just note that alcohol can't be consumed on the premises.
3 Lester B. Orcutt Blvd., Maine, 04006, USA207-284–5000Known For
- Award-winning clam chowder
- Decadent desserts made in-house
- Reasonable prices with million-dollar views
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: General store closed mid-Sept.–mid-May; restaurant closed Labor Day–early June -
7. Lil's
$ | |This Kittery Foreside café is named for the woman who worked the register at nearby Bob's Clam Hut for two decades, but you’ll find no shellfish here—just excellent pastries and breads, made on-site daily. Don't miss the top-notch old-fashioned crullers, and duck into the vault in back—filled with vintage records—while you're at it.
7 Wallingford Sq., Kittery, Maine, 03904, USA207-703–2800Known For
- A variety of excellent house-made crullers
- Lots of parking
- Chill spot to refuel between explorations
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No dinner -
8. Northern Union
$$ | |From the moment you walk into Northern Union you know you're going to be in very good hands. A genuine, welcoming staff and laid-back yet elegant design scheme put you in the mood for a slow, very memorable dinner of seasonally inspired small plates like braised pork belly or duck confit and rotating entrées like seared scallops and lobster fettuccine—all available with spot-on wine pairings that you won't find anywhere else in the area.
261 Shore Rd., Ogunquit, Maine, 03907, USA207-216–9639Known For
- Almost everything is made in-house
- Dishes that can easily be shared
- A terrific selection of cured meats and cheese boards with a local, seasonal bent
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch -
9. Ocean
$$$ | |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
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch -
10. Old Vines Wine Bar
$$ | |Housed in a historic barn, this wine bar and its front patio get busy in summer, and for good reason: artisan cocktails and flavorful small plates are expertly made, and, as the name suggests, the wine list is stellar. Except for a six-week break in midwinter, it's open year-round and cozy on cold nights, too. Stop in for live music or book a small-group cocktail class.
173 Port Rd., Kennebunk, Maine, 04043, USA207-967–2310Known For
- Wine list featuring small vineyards and unique varietals
- Regular entertainment by Maine musicians
- Lively Yard Bar open outdoors in summer
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch. Closed for 6 wks in Feb. and Mar. -
11. Palace Diner
$$ | |Everything about this diner, set in an old-fashioned train car just off Main Street, is retro except the food. Hop on a stool at the counter (that's all there is), enjoy the Motown tunes, and tuck into one of the deluxe sandwiches for breakfast or lunch. The diner doesn't take reservations—and it's cash only—but it's well worth the wait.
18 Franklin St., Maine, 04005, USA207-284–0015Known For
- Diner food that's anything but standard
- Delicious fried-chicken sandwich with cabbage slaw and French fries
- Fantastic collaboration with local chefs from regional restaurants
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No dinner -
12. Pier 77 Restaurant
$$ | |Here, phenomenal views share center stage with a sophisticated menu that emphasizes seafood. The ground-level restaurant's large windows overlook Cape Porpoise harbor, ensuring that every seat has a view of the water; tucked around the corner, the tiny but funky and fun Ramp Bar & Grill pays homage to a really good burger, fried seafood, and other pub-style classics; and, up a flight of stairs, Ramp Up offers crow's-nest harbor views and a place to wait for your table when lines to get in are long.
77 Pier Rd., Cape Porpoise, Maine, 04014, USA207-967–8500Known For
- Live music in summer
- Great spot for cocktails on the water while watching boats and sea life pass by
- A packed house almost every meal in the summer (reservations highly recommended)
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13. Rococo Ice Cream
$ | |Have an open mind and an adventurous palate when you walk inside this tiny shop as you won't find plain vanilla or chocolate on the menu. Rococo's has a rotating rooster of internationally inspired flavors that range from olive oil, rosemary, caramel, and pepitas to goat cheese, blackberry, and Chambord.
6 Spring St., Kennebunkport, Maine, 04046, USA207-835–1049Known For
- Ships ice cream around the country
- Unique ingredient combinations
- Maine whoopie-pie ice cream
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14. Shade Eatery at Higgins Beach Inn
$$ | |This charming neighborhood restaurant and bar just steps from the beach serves up generous, deeply satisfying dishes filled with locally sourced ingredients. Seafood plays a big role in the menu, with lobster rolls brimming with fresh meat; fish tacos stuffed with cilantro, lime crema, and coleslaw; a seafood chowder; and a lobster tostada. But there are also options for landlubbers, like burgers, steak frites, and creamy peppercorn pasta.
36 Ocean Ave., Scarborough, Maine, 04074, USA207-883–1479Known For
- Family-friendly environment
- Three-season-porch dining
- Casual and perfect for a postbeach bite
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Breakfast daily and dinner Wed.–Sun. mid-May–mid-Oct. Lunch daily Memorial Day–Labor Day -
15. The Clam Shack
$$ | |For more than a half century, this shack has been known for speedy service and great takeout fare, like its traditional boiled lobster dinners and lobster rolls on freshly baked buns. Eat at one of several wooden picnic tables that overlook the Kennebunk River. There’s even a lemonade stand to complete the experience.
2 Western Ave., Kennebunk, Maine, 04043, USA207-967–3321Known For
- Ships lobster nationally
- Lobster rolls and fried clams
- Clam chowder
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16. The Lobster Shack at Two Lights
$$ | |A classic spot since the 1920s, you can't beat the location—right on the water, below the lighthouse pair that gives Two Lights State Park its name—and the food's not bad either. Enjoy fresh lobster whole or piled into a hot-dog bun with a dollop of mayo, or opt for the delicious chowder, fried clams, or fish-and-chips. Eat inside or out.
225 Two Lights Rd., Cape Elizabeth, Maine, 04107, USA207-799–1677Known For
- Picnic tables with unparalleled views
- Family-friendly environment
- Mini-homemade blueberry pies
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed late Oct.–late Mar. -
17. The Tides Beach Club Restaurant
$$$ | |Maritime accents and a crisp color palette help to make this unfussy, beachside restaurant a good place to relax and enjoy a prebeach bite or a post-beach sit-down meal. The menu features lighter seafood fare and salads alongside heartier options, such as lobster rangoons, crispy fried-chicken sandwiches, and burgers.
930 Kings Hwy., Kennebunkport, Maine, 04046, USA207-967–3757Known For
- No dress code—think beach-hair-don't-care chic
- Delicious craft cocktails
- Exceptional service that isn't cloying
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18. The Well at Jordan's Farm
$$$$ | |This off-the-beaten-path spot takes farm-to-table dining very literally. The fresh-grown produce—much of it from the grounds at Jordan’s Farm—needn’t travel far: prix-fixe dinners are served, family- or tasting-menu style on the intimate "chef's porch" or in private screened gazebos tucked among the flower fields, yours for the whole night. Reservations are available January 1 for the following season, and slots book up fast, so reserve early, or walk in to enjoy a cocktail outdoors.
21 Wells Rd., Cape Elizabeth, Maine, 04107, USA207-831–9350Known For
- Intimate, private-dinner-party feel
- Fresh-from-the-fields dishes
- Only one seating per night, so once you're seated, you can kick back
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch. Closed Oct.–May -
19. Amore Breakfast
$ | |You could hardly find a more satisfying, heartier breakfast than at this smart and busy joint just shy of the entrance to Perkins Cove where a lighthearted mix of retro advertising signs adorn the walls of the bright, open, and bustling dining room. The corned-beef hash is made with tender pulled brisket with spices and just a bit of diced potatoes and onions—try it topped with hollandaise in the Irish Benedict. For a really decadent start to your day, opt for French toast made with lemon pound cake and served with blueberries. The delicious coffee is roasted in small batches and shipped from San Diego.
87 Main St., Ogunquit, Maine, 03907, USA207-646–6667Known For
- Innovative, rotating breakfast menus
- Bustling, laid-back atmosphere, chock-full of locals
- Community involvement
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed mid-Dec.–early Apr. No dinner, Credit cards accepted -
20. Anju Noodle Bar
$$ | |With a cozy, open-plan dining area and a laid-back atmosphere, Anju Noodle Bar serves up reimagined versions of traditional dishes such as house-made, slow-roasted pork-shoulder buns, spicy miso ramen, inspired local seafood dishes, and seasonal vegetarian options. This is one of the few places in the Pine Tree State outside Portland where you'll find fresh and innovative Asian-inspired cuisine done really well. You'll likely be eating lobster and fried seafood for every meal the farther north you go in Maine, so it's well worth stopping here en route Down East, or on the ride home, for a palate cleanser. Just keep in mind they don't take reservations.
7 Wallingford Sq., Kittery, Maine, 03904, USA207-703–4298Known For
- Sake heaven
- Free-style dishes
- House-made kimchi
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon.
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