Amy’s guidebook
Casual Yummy Food Recommendations
Following are a few of my favorite restaurants in town that range from reasonably priced and family friendly to Michelin 5 star experiences. Enjoy
This is a great seasonal take out spot for fried clams and chowder. The lines in the summer tell the story!
38 locals recommend
The Clam Shack
2 Western AveThis is a great seasonal take out spot for fried clams and chowder. The lines in the summer tell the story!
Classic family style lobster dinner can be had here on picnic tables seasonally. Fun and casual Maine experience!
28 locals recommend
Nunan's Lobster Hut
9 Mills RdClassic family style lobster dinner can be had here on picnic tables seasonally. Fun and casual Maine experience!
Great family style casual dining over looking the water. The Shipyard also brews their own beer making this a great stop any time of year!
52 locals recommend
Federal Jack's
8 Western AveGreat family style casual dining over looking the water. The Shipyard also brews their own beer making this a great stop any time of year!
Go for the Happy Hour or late night. This is a great place for drinks and snacks.
54 locals recommend
Pedro's Mexican Restaurant
181 Port RdGo for the Happy Hour or late night. This is a great place for drinks and snacks.
The Boathouse Waterfront Hotel
21 Ocean AveMy favorite Brunch Place
Ports of Italy The Kennebunks
4 Western AveBest Sunday Brunch in town
Grocery
Hannaford Supermarket
295 Forest AveGrocery Store in town
Farmers Market runs year round on Saturdays 8am-2pm. Great local produce, meats, cheeses, soaps and crafts
9 locals recommend
Kennebunk Farmers' Market
Garden StreetFarmers Market runs year round on Saturdays 8am-2pm. Great local produce, meats, cheeses, soaps and crafts
Target
If you are missing your Target run and/or Starbucks - it's one stop shopping
7 locals recommend
Target
430 Mariner WyIf you are missing your Target run and/or Starbucks - it's one stop shopping
Upscale Dining
This is a feast to your eyes and tummy. A little off the beaten path, pricier than casual dining, but worth the trip and the splurge - delicious!
44 locals recommend
Earth at Hidden Pond
354 Goose Rocks RdThis is a feast to your eyes and tummy. A little off the beaten path, pricier than casual dining, but worth the trip and the splurge - delicious!
Date Night Favorites
Local favorite for consistent yummy seafood to burgers. They have finer dining in the restaurant and also have a great bar menu. Casual and close for the perfect date night!
23 locals recommend
Hurricane Restaurant
29 Dock SquareLocal favorite for consistent yummy seafood to burgers. They have finer dining in the restaurant and also have a great bar menu. Casual and close for the perfect date night!
This is another favorite of my husband and I's for date night. Great food and well decorated.
The Burleigh
1 Dock SquareThis is another favorite of my husband and I's for date night. Great food and well decorated.
Great wine selection. Excellent cozy spot for a glass of wine or specialty drink and Chacuterie board -typically open later than most area restaurants- a must!
66 locals recommend
Old Vines Wine Bar
173 Port RdGreat wine selection. Excellent cozy spot for a glass of wine or specialty drink and Chacuterie board -typically open later than most area restaurants- a must!
Coffee!
Mornings in Paris
21 Western AveBest cup of coffee in town. Sit outside and people watch!