The Kennebunks/Where to eat?

Hello All,

I%26#39;ll be spending some time in the Kennebunks soon and was wondering if anyone could recommend some good spots for dining out? They could be casual or upscale, inexpensive or high end. What%26#39;s important is the quality of the food and the ambience :).

Thanks!

cozyharbor

The Kennebunks/Where to eat?

Hi Cozy....I wouldn%26#39;t give it points for ambience, but we make a point of stopping at the Clam Shack on the bridge into Kennebunkport at least once each trip. It%26#39;s take out and it%26#39;s deep fry...but if their catch isn%26#39;t top quality, they don%26#39;t serve it. Their deep fried scallops are very lightly breaded and the best I%26#39;ve had anywhere. My other half says their fried clams are the best he%26#39;s ever had. They do a pretty good lobster roll too!

The Kennebunks/Where to eat?

Thanks for the reply miceandtotties!

I%26#39;ll put your suggestion on my list. Hopefully I%26#39;ll get a few more replies. If not, we%26#39;ll wing it and/or refer to Christina Tree%26#39;s ';Maine: An Explorer%26#39;s Guide'; which has never steered me wrong :).

cozyharbor

Hi Cozy, We live in Wells but eat out in Kennebunk area often. Windows On The Water is small but lovely. On the Marsh is another very nice restaurant. If you were to drive south about 1/2 hour Clay Hill Farm in York will not disappoint you. Enjoy

Hi cozyharbor-

The problem with dining out in the Kennebunks is the inconsistency of food. So, here goes:

Federal Jack%26#39;s is the home of Shipyard beers. The beers on tap come up from down below the pub. Great view from the window seats. Food can be good or not great.

Arundel Wharf is on the opposite side of the river. If it%26#39;s a nice day, grab a drink and lunch or apps outside. Dinner can be great or not. Service can be great or barely passable.

Alisson%26#39;s is the locals spot. We like to sit at or near the bar. Food is not 5 star, but good. Great Bloody Mary%26#39;s!

The Cape Arundel Inn (near the Bush home) is in a beautiful spot and is high-end. It%26#39;s been a while since we went, but our experience was good.

The White Barn Inn is good, but pretentious. You decide. People either love it or could leave it. I%26#39;m pretty sure it%26#39;s a prix fixe menu.

Hurricane%26#39;s in Dock Square is good. It can be pricey, but not so much at lunch. Service is very good.

If you get a chance, head up towards Saco, then down to Camp Ellis. (You%26#39;re a peninsula dweller, so you know what I mean!) Go to Huot%26#39;s. I hate to say how good it is, because then I won%26#39;t be able to get a seat!

Hi cozyharbor-

The problem with dining out in the Kennebunks is the inconsistency of food. So, here goes:

Federal Jack%26#39;s is the home of Shipyard beers. The beers on tap come up from down below the pub. Great view from the window seats. Food can be good or not great.

Arundel Wharf is on the opposite side of the river. If it%26#39;s a nice day, grab a drink and lunch or apps outside. Dinner can be great or not. Service can be great or barely passable.

Alisson%26#39;s is the locals spot. We like to sit at or near the bar. Food is not 5 star, but good. Great Bloody Mary%26#39;s!

The Cape Arundel Inn (near the Bush home) is in a beautiful spot and is high-end. It%26#39;s been a while since we went, but our experience was good.

The White Barn Inn is good, but pretentious. You decide. People either love it or could leave it. I%26#39;m pretty sure it%26#39;s a prix fixe menu.

Hurricane%26#39;s in Dock Square is good. It can be pricey, but not so much at lunch. Service is very good.

If you get a chance, head up towards Saco, then down to Camp Ellis. (You%26#39;re a peninsula dweller, so you know what I mean!) Go to Huot%26#39;s. I hate to say how good it is, because then I won%26#39;t be able to get a seat!

Thanks CB48 for your suggestions. I%26#39;ll be sure to try some of the places. I remember passing by the Arundel place and just the location alone makes me want to try it. What a spot!

I%26#39;ve dined at the White Barn years ago and though it was nice, it really wasn%26#39;t for me. The food was good but didn%26#39;t live up to the rave reviews. And yep, it was a little on the pretentious side. Too much hovering by waiters...

Thanks again for your reply. Its much appreciated :).

cozyharbor