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2022-2023

THE CHAMBER KENNEBUNKPORT KENNEBUNK ARUNDEL

From surviving to thriving Local dining scene has adapted to changing times

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Laura Dolce Executive Director Kennebunk Kennebunkport Arundel Chamber of Commerce Shiny, bright red gondolas outside The Boathouse Waterfront Hotel & Restaurant in Kennebunkport provide outdoor dining in style.

Cover photo by Capshore Photography

A lot can change in two years.

Almost all of our eateries have cool new outdoor spaces, from decks to patios.

Take-out is hot.

Being demanding or demeaning toward staff is not (not that it ever was OK).

Food prices are up.

Staff numbers are down.

In the restaurant world, it seems the only constant is change.

This year, a few restaurants have changed hands.

Chef Rebecca Charles’ Pearl was sold and will now be the second location for Via Sophia, an Italian bistro out of D.C. The Kennebunk Inn changed hands, as chef owners Shanna and Brian O’Hea departed for New York, and dining spot Academe became The Tavern.

New chefs have taken the helm at the White Barn Inn and Stripers.

And coming soon to Route 1 south in Kennebunk will be a brand new barbecue restaurant, Smoke, where Herb’s used to be.

As of this writing, Holy Donuts is still working on their Arundel location, and there are rumors of a new bagel shop coming to town.

Two years after the pandemic started, the dining scene in the Kennebunks has not only survived, but thrived.

We hope you’ll find that out for yourself during Eat the Kennebunks Week, May 9-15 this year, when many eateries offer special, discounted meals they hope will entice you back for another try.

If it’s been a while since you’ve eaten out, you couldn’t pick a better time to venture forth and try something new. For not only are our local restaurant owners and chefs resilient, they’re creative, too, and excited to get a more “normal” season started with fresh ingredients, fresh eyes and fresh hope for better days ahead.

So eat out, eat in, eat well, eat local.

Let the 2022 dining season begin.

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Creative dining Restaurants continue to adapt during ongoing pandemic

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By Laura Dolce Executive Director

If the last two-plus years have taught us anything about our local businesses, it’s that they are adaptable. And no sector more so than our eateries.

As the pandemic first rolled in, eateries responded by offering expanded takeout and many offered curbside pick-up. Alcohol was added to the takeout offerings, and soon you could order a bottle of wine or a craft cocktail with your meal.

Cape Pier Chowder House at the end of Pier Road in Cape Porpoise serves up a waterfront view alongside its classic Maine seafood menu.

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expand seating while offering a safe space for diners.

Others turned those outdoor spaces into permanent structures that now attract guests in their own right, for the cool atmosphere and attractive setting. The Lost Fire’s Luca – part outdoor restaurant, part hip gathering spot – is a great example.

Decks, patios and even dining cabanas sprouted seemingly overnight, but soon became a favorite part of the local dining landscape.

As the weather got better, tents popped up around the Kennebunks, And the outdoor options didn’t end with cooler temperatures. Stripers’ as enterprising eateries sought to

options may be here to stay igloos and Batson River’s fish shacks were a hit. And the Kennebunkport Resort Collection – the trailblazers in this trend – offered a rotating set of gondolas, igloos and gingerbread houses at both the Kennebunkport Inn/Burleigh and the Boathouse.

Those outdoor spaces and options are here to stay, it seems, along with expanded takeout at some restaurants.

While some of the changes were made due to Covid, the creativity which many embraced remains as we enter this third year of changed life.

There’s a new social responsibility and community-mindedness. You’ll find

this at Mornings in Paris, with their community coffee brand benefiting Community Outreach services, and at Boulangerie, where bread purchases supported the same organization.

This winter, Alisson’s offered weekly dinners benefitting a variety of nonprofits, from the local American Legion to ice skating for kids and public assistance. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg in a community known for giving back.

Another trend we’ve loved to see is the offering of comfort foods during a time we could all use a little comfort.

Opened in 2020 in response to Covid restrictions,

Continued on Page 28 The Lost Fire’s outdoor Luca is a permanent option.

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1 Duffy’s Tavern & Grill 4 Main St., Kennebunk • duffysmaine.com Maine lobster lightly dressed in an herb mayonnaise served on a buttered roll with a cup of New England clam chowder.

The Tavern at the Kennebunk Inn 2 45 Main St., Kennebunk • thekennebunkinn.com Succulent lobster meat on a flaky croissant, garnished with sliced avocado, lettuce, tomato, bacon, with basil aioli.

3 Sebago Brewing Company 65 Portland Road, Kennebunk • sebagobrewing.com Maine Jumbo Lobster Roll is a classic with light mayo dressing on a butter-grilled, locally baked bun. Served with fries and pickle chips.

Talula’s 4 2 Morning Walk Lane, Kennebunk Curated with local fresh picked Lobster, dressed in Talula’s specialty lemonaise, grilled on a Boulangerie Bakery N.E. Roll and served with Talula’s award-winning whoopie pie!

5 Little Barn at the White Barn Inn 37 Beach Ave., Kennebunk • whitebarninn.com Kennebunkport Lobster Roll: Choice of melted butter or Asian mayonnaise and french fries.

Ryan’s Corner House 6 17 Western Ave., Kennebunk Our lobster roll is made with fresh lobster coated with mayonnaise on a bed of lettuce in a toasted roll and served with french fries.

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Batson River Brewing & Distilling 7 12 Western Ave., Kennebunk • batsonriver.com Fresh New England lobster roll served with brown butter and topped with tempura flakes on a split-top bun.

8 H.B. Provisions 15 Western Ave., Kennebunk • hbprovisions.com Knuckle and claw lobster meat with a bit of mayo, caramelized buttered bulky roll, green leaf lettuce and a slice of tomato.

Federal Jack’s Restaurant & Brew Pub 9 8 Western Ave., Kennebunk • federaljacks.com Fresh Maine lobster, a hint of mayo and lemon on a toasted brioche bun with Maine fries.

10 The Pilot House 4 Western Ave., Kennebunk Simple and fresh. Lobster meat and mayo served cold in a warm, butter toasted split-top bun.

The Spirit Restaurant 11 4 Western Ave., Kennebunk • thespiritrestaurant.com Fresh-shucked lobster meat tossed lightly with mayo and piled high in a butter grilled New England-style bun.

12 The Clam Shack 2 Western Ave. (on the bridge), Kennebunk • theclamshack.net Award-winning, fresh-caught, house-picked lobster on a grilled bakery roll with mayo or melted butter.

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13 Hurricane Restaurant 29 Dock Square, Kennebunkport • hurricanerestaurant.com Freshly picked meat lightly tossed with celery and mayo served on a toasted buttered roll.

Alisson’s Restaurant 14 11 Dock Square, Kennebunkport • alissons.com Alisson’s Famous Lobster Roll: mounds of Maine lobster lightly mixed with mayo 15 The Burleigh at Kennebunkport Inn One Dock Square, Kennebunkport • kennebunkportinn.com Lobster Melt: creamy Mascarpone cheese, provolone, tomato, arugula and chunks of fresh Maine lobster; served on a buttery sourdough bread.

The Boathouse 16 21 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport • boathouseme.com Fresh Maine lobster roll made with kewpie mayo, lemon, chive, toasted New England-style roll.

17 Latitudes at The Nonantum Resort 95 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport • nonantumresort.com Hand-picked Maine lobster overflowing in a homemade buttery bun served warm with butter or chilled with mayo; your choice!

Port Lobster Co. 18 122 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport • portlobster.com Port Lobster lobster rolls are made with their own fresh picked lobster meat, with butter or mayonnaise on a toasted roll.

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Mabel’s Lobster Claw 19 124 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport • mabelslobster.com Freshly caught lobster meat tossed in classic hot butter or mayonnaise and stuffed to overflow in a griddled brioche roll.

20 Stripers Waterside Restaurant 133 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport • stripersrestaurant.com Filled with fresh Maine lobster meat and tossed with a lemon aioli.

The Marine Room at the Colony Hotel 21 140 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport • colonymaine.com Fresh Maine lobster claws and knuckles mixed with fresh lemon, parsley, mayo, salt and pepper served on a buttered New England-style hot dog bun with fries.

22 Admiral’s Table at the Rhumb Line Resort 41 Turbat’s Creek Road, Kennebunkport • rhumblineresort.com Cool lobster meat lightly tossed with mayo served on a buttery grilled roll, served poolside.

Musette 23 2 Pier Road, Kennebunkport • musettebyjc.com Fresh Maine lobster dressed in brown butter aioli and served on a toasted potato roll.

24 Tides Beach Club 254 Kings Highway, Kennebunkport • tidesbeachclubmaine.com Goose Rocks Beach lobster roll - served hot with garlic herb butter or cold with chive, mayonnaise and lemon.

Maine Diner 25 2265 Post Road, Wells • mainediner.com Fresh, sweet, tender lobster meat lightly tossed in mayo, served in a grilled New England style bun.

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1. Duffy’s Tavern & Grill 2. The Tavern at the Kennebunk Inn 3. Sebago Brewing Company 4. Talula’s 5. Little Barn at the White Barn Inn 6. Ryan’s Corner House 7. Batson River Brewing & Distilling 8. H.B. Provisions 9. Federal Jack’s 10. The Pilot House 11. Spirit Restaurant 12. The Clam Shack 13. Hurricane Restaurant 10 | eatthekennebunks.com

14. Alisson’s Restaurant 15. The Burleigh at the Kennebunkport Inn 16. The Boathouse Restaurant 17. Latitudes at the Nonantum Resort 18. Port Lobster Co. 19. Mabel’s Lobster Claw 20. Stripers Waterside Restaurant 21. The Marine Room at the Colony Hotel 22. Admiral’s Table at the Rhumb Line 23. Musette 24. Tides Beach Club 25. Maine Diner

Ice Cream Trail Auntie’s House Bakery & Chocolate Shop 155 Port Road, Kennebunk Offering soft-serve ice cream, and ice cream and cookie Moosewiches!

Ben & Jerry’s 5 Union Street, Kennebunkport Peace, love and euphoric ice cream flavors in Dock Square, locally owned and operated and served just as Ben and Jerry did themselves. Catering available.

Dairy Queen 1 York St., Kennebunk Serving soft-serve cones, sundaes, Blizzards, shakes, novelties, DQ Bakes, and cakes.

Raptor Falls Mini Golf 1912 Portland Road, Arundel 18-hole minature golf course featuring Shaker Pond Ice Cream and life-like animatronic dinosaurs!!)

HB Provisions 15 Western Ave., Kennebunk Nine flavors of soft-serve ice cream (cone, dish or milkshake) blended or topped with hot fudge and more. Puppy cups too!

Rococo Artisan Ice Cream 6 Spring St., Kennebunkport Delicious artisanal flavors hand-crafted with only the finest ingredients. Dairy-free and vegan options.

Scoop Deck 6 Eldridge Road, Wells Scoopin’ up happiness since 1983!

Offering a huge selection of ice creams, homemade waffle cones and more.

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Admiral’s Table at Rhumb Line Resort 41 Turbat’s Creek Road, Kennebunkport RhumblineResort.com The Rhumb Punch with a Myer’s floater screams summer vacation at this summertime resort.

Earth at Hidden Pond 354 Goose Rocks Road, Kennebunkport EarthatHiddenPond.com Garden G+T: Lemongrass-infused gin, tonic with edible flowers.

Alisson’s Restaurant 11 Dock Square, Kennebunkport Alissons.com Botanical Spritz: Ketel One Grapefruit Rose Vodka, elderflower liqueur, grapefruit, simple syrup and prosecco.

Batson River Brewing & Distilling 12 Western Ave., Kennebunk BatsonRiver.com Bergamot G&T: Riparian Gin, Italicus Rosolio di Bergamot, lemon juice, honey water, Fever Tree Tonic.

Federal Jack’s Restaurant & Brew Pub 8 Western Ave., Kennebunk FederalJacks.com Blueberry Pie Martini: Blueberry vodka, whipped cream vodka, blueberry puree and whipped cream.

Hurricane Restaurant 29 Dock Square, Kennebunkport HurricaneRestaurant.com The Beet Drop: Ginger-infused Tito’s vodka, fresh beet juice, Natalie’s lemon juice, simple syrup, with a sugared rim.

The Tavern at the Kennebunk Inn 45 Main St., Kennebunk TheKennebunkInn.com Strawberry Mule: El Jimador tequila, muddled strawberries, lime, mint.

Ryan’s Corner House 17 Western Ave., Kennebunk Find us on Facebook Snickerdoodle Martini with a cinnamon rim, a delight for any afternoon.

Sebago Brewing Company 65 Portland Road, Kennebunk SebagoBrewing.com Smoke and Mirrors Margarita: Smoky, spicy and tart chili-infused margarita with fresh limes and Cajun salt.

Pedro’s Mexican Restaurant 181 Port Road, Kennebunk PedrosMaine.com Strawberry Cara Cara Margarita: Muddled strawberries, strawberry-infused Hornitos, Reposado, Cointreau, cara cara orange juice, lime juice, agave.

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The Pilot House 4 Western Ave., Kennebunk Find us on Facebook The TJ Tornado: A favorite of our very own local karaoke legend.

The Boathouse Waterfront Hotel and Restaurant 21 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport BoathouseME.com Spicy Strawberry Margarita: House-infused pepper tequila, agave, strawberry, lime, salt rim.

What’s one of our favorite questions to answer here at The Chamber? “Where can I get a good drink?” Well, that depends, of course, on what you like! Beer, wine or cocktail? Creative or classic? Drink with a view? We’ve compiled this handy list of favorites to help you decide.

The Burleigh at the Kennebunkport Inn One Dock Square, Kennebunkport KennebunkportInn.com Hot Flash: Pear vodka, lime, cranberry, spicy agave.

The Colony Hotel 140 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport TheColonyHotel.com Blueberry Moscow Mule: House-infused blueberry vodka, Goslings ginger beer, fresh lime and blueberries.

Musette 2 Pier Road, Kennebunkport MusetteByJC.com Maine rose bellini: Light blend of white peach, Maine rose hips, and Prosecco.

The Nonantum Resort 95 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport NonantumResort.com The refreshing Wild Blueberry Lemon Mojito features Cold River Blueberry Vodka, Wyman’s blueberries, garden mint and lemon.

The Spirit Restaurant 4 Western Ave., Kennebunk TheSpiritRestaurant.com The Spirit Rum Bucket: Summer in a bucket because a glass isn’t enough.

Stripers Waterside Restaurant 127 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport StripersRestaurant.com The Angry Girlfriend Margarita: A sweet and spicy margarita made with houseinfused pineapple habanero tequila.

The Dory at Lodge on the Cove 29 S. Main St., Kennebunkport LodgeontheCove.com/dining Blueberry Cooler: vodka + fresh mint + blueberries + fresh-squeezed lemonade.

Ocean Restaurant at Cape Arundel Inn & Resort 208 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport CapeArundelInn.com Maine Breeze: Limoncello, Jameson Whiskey, fresh lime juice and wild Maine blueberries served on the rocks.

The Tides Beach Club 254 Kings Highway, Kennebunkport TidesBeachClubMaine.com El Diablo: jalapeno-infused tequila, Stirrings ginger liqueur, blood orange and a house-made sour.

Duffy’s Tavern and Grill 4 Main St., Kennebunk DuffysMaine.com “Sit back, relax and enjoy the Duffy’s Relaxer, our souped-up version of a rum punch!”

Old Vines Wine Bar 173 Port Road, Kennebunk OldVinesWineBar.com Swear To Me: Gin, lemon, pink grapefruit, raw ginger, honey, black pepper, Thai basil.

The White Barn Inn 37 Beach Ave., Kennebunk WhiteBarnInn.com G & Tea: made with green teainfused Tangueray, a spritz of green chartreuse, cucumbers and mint.

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95 Ocean at the Nonantum Resort 95 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport See ad on Page (207) 967-4050 23 nonantumresort.com Creative local cuisine, nightly specials and live entertainment, Memorial Day through October.

The Admiral’s Table Bar at the Rhumb Line Resort 41 Turbats Creek Road, Kennebunkport (207) 967-5457 rhumblineresort.com Covered open-air summer bar and grill offers the most affordable dining in town, known for its lobster bakes. Open to the public.

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Alisson’s Restaurant See ad on Page 11 Dock Square, Kennebunkport 2 (207) 967-4841 alissons.com A Kennebunkport tradition for over 45 years. Lunch and dinner daily, year-round, with 22 Maine craft beers on tap.

Amato’s Sandwich Shops, Inc. 48 Portland Road, Suite 2, Kennebunk (207) 985-0014 amatos.com Pizza, pasta and sandwiches. Sit down or take out.

Arundel Wharf Restaurant 43 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport (207) 967-3444 arundelwharf.com Bandaloop 1200 Portland Road, Arundel (207) 967-4994 bandalooprestaurant.com

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Batson River Brewing & Distilling 12 Western Ave., Kennebunk (207) 967-8827 batsonriver.com

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Bentley’s Saloon 1601 Portland Road, Arundel (207) 985-8966 bentleyssaloon.com Come by and see why our favorite saying is ‘’Who has more fun than us?... We do!’’

The Boathouse Restaurant 21 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport (800) 569-8713 boathouseme.com The Burleigh at the Kennebunkport Inn One Dock Square, Kennebunkport (800) 207-7415 kennebunkportinn.com

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Restaurant Guide of the Kennebunks Cape Pier Chowder House 79 Pier Road, Cape Porpoise Harbor (207) 967-0123 capepierchowderhouse.com

Duffy’s Tavern & Grill 4 Main St., Kennebunk (207) 985-0050 duffysmaine.com

Chez Rosa 2 Ocean Ave., Building D, Kennebunkport (207) 204-0183 See ad on Page chezrosabistro.com 5 French bistro.

Earth at Hidden Pond 354 Goose Rocks Road, Kennebunkport (888) 967-9050 See ad on Page hiddenpondmaine.com 17

The Lost Fire 62 Mills Road, Kennebunkport (207) 204-0123 thelostfire.com

Federal Jack’s Restaurant & Brew Pub 8 Western Ave., Kennebunk See ad (207) 967-4322 on Page federaljacks.com 20 Well-known for its spectacular views, creative pub fare and award-winning hand-crafted ales.

Mabel’s Lobster Claw See ad on Page 124 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport 25 (207) 967-2562 mabelslobster.com Quaint seafood restaurant serving tourists and locals for almost 70 years. Specialty lobsters.

Hurricane Restaurant See ad on Page 29 Dock Square, Kennebunkport 16 (207) 967-9111 hurricanerestaurant.com New England dining the way it should be. Lunch and dinner served seven days a week in season.

Maine Diner 2265 Post Road, Wells (207) 646-4441 mainediner.com

The Clam Shack 2 Western Ave., Kennebunk (207) 967-3321 theclamshack.net Great fried food and award-winning lobster rolls on the bridge over the Kennebunk River.

Crotux at Garden Street Bowl 1 Garden St., Kennebunk (207) 636-7799 gardenstreetbowl.com Creative gastropub fare and craft beer.

The Dory at the Lodge on the Cove 29 South Main St., Kennebunkport (800) 549-1248 See ad on Page lodgeonthecove.com 17 Vintage vibe with casual dining.

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Kennebunk Rice & Noodles 8 York St., Kennebunk (207) 332-4381

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The Little Barn at the White Barn Inn 37 Beach Ave., Kennebunk (207) 967-2321 whitebarninn.com

The Marine Room at the Colony Hotel 140 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport (207) 967-3331 thecolonyhotel.com

Restaurant Guide of the Kennebunks Mekhong Thai Restaurant 35 Western Ave., Kennebunk (207) 967-8827 mekhongthai.com Mike’s All Day Breakfast 55 Western Ave., Kennebunk (207) 967-5132 Find us on Facebook.

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Mike’s American Diner See ad on Page 1132 Portland Road, Arundel 21 (207) 502-7739 Find us on Facebook.

Family-style diner serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Musette 2 Pier Road, Kennebunkport (207) 204-0707 musettebyjc.com

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Ocean Restaurant at Cape Arundel Inn & Resort See ad on Page 208 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport 17 (800) 514-0968 capearundelinn.com Classic inn with elegant rooms, unparalleled ocean views and outstanding onsite dining.

Old Vines Wine Bar 173 Port Road, Kennebunk (207) 967-2310 oldvineswinebar.com

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Pedro’s Mexican Restaurant 181 Port Road, Kennebunk (207) 967-5544 pedrosmaine.com Pilot House Restaurant 4 Western Ave., Kennebunk (207) 967-5507 Find us on Facebook.

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Roma Pizza 5 Union St., Kennebunkport (207) 204-2014 romapizzakpt.com Family-owned and-operated pizzeria serving delicious thin crust Italian-style pizza.

Ryan’s Corner House 17 Western Ave., Kennebunk (207) 967-3564 ryanscorner.com Cozy Irish pub serving Irish staples and American favorites, owned by Irish-born family.

Sebago Brewing Company 65 Portland Road, Kennebunk (207) 985-9855 sebagobrewing.com

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Smoke BBQ 58 York St., Kennebunk smokebbq.me Serving regional BBQ classics smoked in a 100% woodfired smoker. 16 beers on tap. Everything made from scratch.

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Restaurant Guide of the Kennebunks The Spirit Restaurant 4 Western Ave., Kennebunk Find us on Facebook.

Stripers Waterside Restaurant See ad on Page 127 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport 22 (207) 967-5333 thebreakwaterinn.com Unique waterfront location, serving lunch and dinner, year round.

The Tavern at the Kennebunk Inn 45 Main St., Kennebunk See ad on Page (207) 985-3351 24 thekennebunkinn.com Inviting guests to enjoy signature dishes and Tavern staples in a warm, friendly setting.

The Tides Beach Club See ad on Page 930 Kings Highway Kennebunkport 17 (800) 572-8696 tidesbeachclubmaine.com Fresh Maine seafood enhanced with Asian flavors, on Goose Rocks Beach.

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See ad Via Sophia by the Sea on Page 27 Western Ave., Kennebunk 17 viasophiabythesea.com Where classic Italian dishes and fresh-from-the-boat seafood are paired with bespoke beverages and a discerning wine list.

White Barn Inn 37 Beach Ave., Kennebunk (207) 967-2321 whitebarninn.com

COFFEE SHOPS/CAFES/BAKERIES COFFEE SHOPS/CAFES/BAKERIES Auntie’s House Bakery & Chocolate Shop 155 Port Road, Kennebunk (207) 204-0338 auntieshousemaine.com Home of the Whoopie Ball! Cookies, cakes, chocolates and more.

The Blue Coffeehouse & Wine Bar 84 Main St., Unit #1, Kennebunk (207) 467-3182 Find us on Facebook.

Boulangerie - A Proper Bakery See ad on Page 5 Nasons Court #12, Kennebunk 34 (207) 502-7112 aproperbakery.com Warm croissants, artisanal bread and daily pastries.

Hearty soups and sandwiches. Bottles of wine available for purchase.

Cape Porpoise Kitchen 1 Mills Road, Kennebunkport (207) 967-1150 capeporpoisekitchen.com Gourmet deli and cafe, wine/cheese shop, prepared foods, breakfast, lunch, dinner to go, catering.

Coffee Roasters of the Kennebunks See ad on Page 163 Port Road, Kennebunk 26 (207) 967-8304 coffeeroastersofmaine.com Coffee roasted on premises, plus grab and go salads and sandwiches, local Maine products, infused balsamic vinegar and olive oil.

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Restaurant Guide of the Kennebunks Dock Square Coffee House 18 Dock Square, Kennebunkport (207) 967-4422 docksquarecoffeehouse.biz Gourmet coffee shop featuring coffee, tea, pastries, refreshments and Maine-made specialties.

Gemini Cakes Arundel (207) 494-0077 Find us on Facebook H.B. Provisions 15 Western Ave., Kennebunk (207) 967-5762 hbprovisions.com

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LIVE Cafe 169 Port Road, Kennebunk (207) 204-2055 livecafemaine.com Healthy grab and go eats, juices, smoothies, acai bowls, vegan options, coffee, breakfast, lunch, dinner, drinks.

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See ad Mornings in Paris on Page 21 Western Ave., Kennebunk 28 (207) 204-0032 morningsinparis.com A European-style café serving coffee roasted on premises. Offering freshly baked croissants and pastries all day.

Mornings in Paris Crêpes 21A Western Ave., Kennebunk (207) 204-0032 morningsinparis.com Crêpes made to order, savory and sweet, light meal or a treat.

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Satellite Doughnuts 4 Spring St., Kennebunkport (207) 502-7909 satellitedoughnuts.com Fabulous, eclectically topped mini doughnuts, made before your eyes.

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See ad Talula’s on Page 2 Morning Walk Lane, Kennebunk 31 (207) 274-0247 cottagecurators.com Curated local desserts, breads and produce. Scratch quiche, soups, hors d’oeuvres and meals.

FOOD/ SPECIALTY / SPECIALTY MARKETS FOOD MARKETS Bradbury Brothers Market See ad on Page 167 Main St., Kennebunkport 30 (207) 967-3939 bradburybros.com Kennebunkport’s community grocery store. Meat, deli, produce, beer, wine, liquor and more!

Cape Porpoise Kitchen 1 Mills Road, Kennebunkport (207) 967-1150 capeporpoisekitchen.com Gourmet deli and cafe, wine/cheese shop, prepared foods, breakfast, lunch, dinner to go, catering.

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Restaurant Guide of the Kennebunks Cummings Market 3 Alfred Road, West Kennebunk (207) 985-7787 H.B. Provisions 15 Western Ave., Kennebunk (207) 967-5762 hbprovisions.com

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Hannaford 65 Portland Road, Kennebunk (207) 985-9135 hannaford.com

Maine-ly Drizzle 2 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport (207) 204-0025 mainelydrizzle.com The Port Box Company See ad on Page 124 School St., Kennebunkport 34 (978) 994-5555 theportbox.com Luxury portable charcuterie boxes, curated artisanal cheeses and charcuterie made daily and delivered to your door.

Kennebunk Farmers Market Association 1 Garden St., Kennebunk kennebunkfarmersmarket.org

Port Lobster Co. 122 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport (207) 967-2081 portlobster.com

Maine & Vine See ad on Page 13 Western Ave., Kennebunk 27 (207) 967-9171 maineandvine.com Craft beers from Maine and wine from around the world. Also featuring specialty foods and cigars.

The Sugar Shack 17 Western Ave., Kennebunk (207) 967-9988 Destination candy store: bulk, chocolate and cotton candy!

See ad Talula’s Page 2 Morning Walk Lane, Kennebunk on 31 (207) 274-0247 cottagecurators.com Curated local desserts, breads and produce. Scratch quiche, soups, hors d’oeuvres and meals. Craft coffee, beer and wine.

Three Sea’s Fish & Lobster 130 Main St., Kennebunkport (207) 204-0402 threeseasfishandlobster.com Wine House on Main 17 Main St., Kennebunk (207) 467-3462 winehousemaine.com A sommelier-owned wine shop with hand-picked selections from all over the world.

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Creative dining continues to catch on delicious.

Pedro’s, known for its fun atmosphere We love the food with a French flair and killer margaritas, also has plenty of offered at Chez Rosa in the form of cassoulet – original or vegetarian – and vegan and vegetarian options for those the personal meatloaf (and the addition who are inclined. of Southern comfort food hush puppies Smaller plates, shared meals but still to the new menu) at the Tavern at the featuring beautiful food are on the Kennebunk Inn. And Mike’s American menu at The Little Barn at the White Diner, now back to offering dinners on Barn Inn, for a lighter, more casual select nights, is pure comfort food with experience than what’s still on offer in its roast turkey dinner, a year-round its world-famous restaurant. favorite.

And Old Vines, known for their tapas Vegetarian or meatless meals are and shared plates, has a creative menu easier to find these days, too, with no with something to tempt everyone. one doing it better than Bandaloop, Hungry yet? We thought you would be. now in its new(ish) Arundel location So go ahead and jump into the culinary Comfort food is back in, and Mike’s American and offering everything from soup scene in the Kennebunks. The dining’s to dessert for those with different Diner in Arundel is again offering its roast turkey dinner, a year-round favorite. dietary needs who still want something just fine.

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Breakfast, Crêpes & Lunch Coffee • Tea • Pastries • Sandwiches • Macarons French Wines and European Beers Beach Picnic Bags available on request Early morning until late afternoon

Free Parking Behind the Café 21 Western Avenue, Kennebunk, ME

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PATIOS • CATERING • OPEN DAILY

Restaurant Guide of the Kennebunks TASTING ROOMS & FOOD TOURS

TASTING ROOMS & FOOD TOURS

Batson River Brewing & Distilling 12 Western Ave., Kennebunk (207) 967-8827 batsonriver.com

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Honeymaker - The Mead Room 8 Western Ave., #5, Kennebunk (207) 204-0945 mainemeadworks.com A truly unique tasting room offering award-winning and locally handcrafted honey wines.

KBC Shipyard Store See ad on Page 8 Western Ave., Kennebunk 20 (207) 967-1261 kbcshipyardstore.com Offering a variety of nautical gifts, signature KBC/Shipyard logo wear and beer, tasting-room, and brew tours.

Maine & Vine See ad on Page 13 Western Ave., Kennebunk 27 (207) 967-9171 maineandvine.com Craft beers from Maine and wine from around the world. Also featuring specialty foods and cigars.

Maine Foodie Tours Kennebunkport (207) 233-7485 mainefoodietours.com

texasgracekitchen.com Cash and carry food trailer, fancy Texas Bar-B-Que. Trail Dogs Kennebunk (207) 671-4887 Find us on Facebook

Maine-ly Drizzle 2 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport (207) 204-0025 mainelydrizzle.com Wine House on Main 17 Main St., Kennebunk (207) 467-3462 winehousemaine.com A sommelier-owned wine shop with hand-picked selections from all over the world.

FOOD TRUCKS FOOD TRUCKS & CARTS Musette 2 Pier Road, Kennebunkport (207) 204-0707 musettebyjc.com Texas Grace 71 Portland Road, Kennebunk (512) 699-5687

ICE CREAM SHOPSSHOPS ICE CREAM Aunt Marie’s Ice Cream 10 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport (207) 967-0103 Walk-up window with Maine-made Gifford’s Ice Cream, fresh squeezed lemonade and grilled sandwiches.

Auntie’s House Bakery & Chocolate Shop 155 Port Road, Kennebunk (207) 204-0338 auntieshousemaine.com Home of the Whoopie Ball! Plus cookies, cakes, chocolates and more. Waffles with delectable fillings.

Ben & Jerry’s 5 Union St., Kennebunkport (207) 967-2322 benjerry.com/Kennebunkport

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Culinary comings, goings, growings The culinary scene in the Kennebunks bid farewell to Kennebunk Inn chef/ owners Shanna and Brian O’Hea at the end of 2021, as the dynamic duo sold the inn and headed back to New York.

There Brian will teach at the renowned Culinary Institute of America, where he and Shanna first met. For those of you craving Shanna’s lobster pot pie, she promises it will return to Gold Belly, the online food purveyor/shipper, once she finds a commercial kitchen to work in.

Stay tuned …

Steve Kingston of The Clam Shack

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The Kennebunks said goodbye to Pearl last year. Chef owner Rebecca Charles, known for making the lobster roll famous in Manhattan, sold the restaurant to local entrepreneur Tim Harrington. It

will open this spring as a new Italian eatery, Via Sophia by the Sea. In the meantime, if you’re craving one of Charles’ buttery delicious lobster rolls, you’ll have to head to NYC. Of course, in the Kennebunks, lobster is still king, and while you’ll find it on nearly every menu, The Clam Shack’s Steve Kingston still wears the crown.

We’re used to seeing huge lines stretching down Western Avenue while people wait patiently to taste the Shack’s worldfamous rolls, and it seems the line ONLINE may be just as long. Kingston’s crew, we hear, has been kept busy packing up his lobster roll kits (available with or without chowder), available (and in demand, it seems) on Gold Belly.

Restaurant Guide of the Kennebunks Dairy Queen 1 York St., Kennebunk (207) 985-3050 dqcakes.com Ice cream cakes galore! Visit our website for pictures and pricing.

Rococo Artisan Ice Cream 6 Spring St., Kennebunkport (207) 251-6866 rococoicecream.com

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Scoop Deck 6 Eldridge Road, Wells (207) 646-5150 scoopdeck.com A must-visit since 1983 in Wells from May-September.

Enjoy our huge selection of ice cream.

LOBSTER TO GOTO GO LOBSTER The Clam Shack 2 Western Ave., Kennebunk (207) 967-3321 theclamshack.net

Hannaford 65 Portland Road, Kennebunk (207) 985-9135 hannaford.com

Ben & Jerry’s 5 Union St., Kennebunkport (207) 967-2322 benjerry.com/kennebunkport

Port Lobster Co. 122 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport (207) 967-2081 portlobster.com

Boulangerie - A Proper Bakery See ad on Page 5 Nasons Court #12, Kennebunk 34 (207) 502-7112 aproperbakery.com Warm croissants, artisanal bread and daily pastries.

Hearty soups and sandwiches. Bottles of wine available for purchase.

Three Sea’s Fish & Lobster 130 Main St., Kennebunkport (207) 204-0402 threeseasfishandlobster.com Wayne R. Parry, Inc. 851 Alfred Road, Arundel (207) 286-9145 CATERING CATERING Amato’s Sandwich Shops, Inc. 48 Portland Road, Suite 2, Kennebunk (207) 985-0014 amatos.com Pizza, pasta, salads and sandwiches.

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Cape Porpoise Kitchen 1 Mills Road, Kennebunkport (207) 967-1150 capeporpoisekitchen.com Gourmet deli and cafe, wine/cheese shop, prepared foods, breakfast, lunch, dinner to go, catering.

Duffy’s Tavern & Grill 4 Main St., Kennebunk (207) 985-0050 duffysmaine.com

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Eat up in the great outdoors

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Outdoor dining— it’s the place to enjoy a Maine meal again in 2022! Here is a list of those who are serving in the great outdoors this season: Admirals Table (at the Rhumb Line Resort) The Arundel Wharf Bandaloop Batson River Brewing & Distilling Bentley’s Saloon The Boathouse Restaurant The Burleigh at the Kennebunkport Inn Cape Pier Chowder House Chez Rosa The Clam Shack The Dory (at Lodge on the Cove) Earth (at Hidden Pond) Federal Jack’s Restaurant & Brew Pub Hurricane Restaurant

Latitudes (at Nonantum Resort) Little Barn at the White Barn Inn The Lost Fire Mabel’s Lobster Claw Maine Diner Marine Room (at the Colony Hotel) Mike’s All Day Breakfast Mike’s American Diner Musette Old Vines Wine Bar Pedro’s Mexican Restaurant The Pilot House Roma Pizza Ryan’s Corner House Sebago Brewing Company The Spirit Restaurant Stripers Waterside Restaurant The Tavern at the Kennebunk Inn Via Sophia by the Sea Alaina LeBlanc Tridente photo

H.B. PROVISIONS

A GENERAL STORE AND SO MUCH MORE We have it all.

Grab & go deli hot and cold sandwiches groceries exceptional wine craft beer liquor coffee espresso bakery outside seating Maine gifts ATM Everything you need is right here!

15 Western Ave, Lower Village, Kennebunk, ME 04043 www.hbprovisions.com 207-967-5762 Open 6 a.m. ~ 9 p.m. (Oct ~ May | 6 a.m. ~ 8 p.m.) #hbprovisions

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Restaurant Guide of the Kennebunks Kitchen Chicks Catering 41 Water St., Kennebunk (207) 985-0252 kitchenchicks.com Full-service catering/event management, weddings, corporate, social, lobster bakes and BBQ. Food for every occasion.

See ad The Port Box Company on Page 124 School St., Kennebunkport 34 (978) 994-5555 theportbox.com Luxury portable charcuterie boxes, curated artisanal cheeses and charcuterie made daily and delivered to your door.

LIVE Cafe 169 Port Road, Kennebunk (207) 204-2055 livecafemaine.com Healthy grab and go eats, juices, smoothies, acai bowls, vegan options, coffee, breakfast, lunch, dinner, drinks.

See ad Talula’s on Page 2 Morning Walk Lane, Kennebunk 31 (207) 274-0247 cottagecurators.com Curated local desserts, breads and produce. Scratch quiche, soups, hors d’oeuvres and meals. Craft coffee, beer and wine.

Mornings in Paris See ad on Page 21 Western Ave., Kennebunk 28 (207) 204-0032 morningsinparis.com Evening or daytime events, intimate to 80 people, in-house catering available. Beach picnics offered.

Texas Grace 71 Portland Road, Kennebunk (512) 699-5687 texasgracekitchen.com Cash and carry food trailer, fancy Texas Bar-B-Que.

Musette 2 Pier Road, Kennebunkport (207) 204-0707 musettebyjc.com

COOKING SCHOOL

COOKING SCHOOL

Jillyanna’s Woodfired Cooking School 141 Wildes District Road, Kennebunkport (207) 967-4960 jillyannas.com Talula’s 2 Morning Walk Lane, Kennebunk (207) 274-0247 cottagecurators.com

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May 9-15 One week dedicated to celebrating our local eateries!

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