Diners' Choice: Great for fine wines restaurants in Southern Coast

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Updated 05 October 2026

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Earth at Hidden Pond

4.8

4.8 (4208)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Kennebunkport

About the restaurant

Indulge in an unforgettable dining adventure at Earth, one of Maine's top restaurants. Nestled among balsam and birch trees, Earth embodies community, connecting exceptional cuisine with dedicated farmers and foragers.

Our farm-to-table menu celebrates locally-sourced ingredients, including meats, seafood, and vegetables from our organic gardens. Crafted by Chef Justin Owen, each dish boasts distinct, handcrafted flavors.

For intimate gatherings, reserve the Potting Shed for up to six guests or the Painting Shed for up to 12 (food & beverage minimum required, call to reserve).

Note: Table reservation durations: 2 hours for parties of two, 2.5 hours for parties of four or more. Walk-ins are available with interior bar seating.

Top review

Michaela

Dined 6 days ago

Absolutely wonderful dining experience! Highly recommended

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4.8

4.8 (1079)

$50 and over

French

Kennebunk

About the restaurant

Discover why Chez Rosa has become one of southern Maine's favorite destinations for elevated dining. Led by Chef Kyle Robinson, our seasonal menu celebrates classic French cuisine with the best of Maine, featuring signature dishes like our 12 oz Rib-Eye, Maine Lobster Bucatini, Pollock Wellington, and French Onion Soup. Pair your meal with seasonal craft cocktails and our Best of 207 award-winning wine list, recognized as one of Maine's best, all served with warm hospitality in an elegant yet welcoming atmosphere.

Located just minutes from downtown Kennebunkport and Gooch's Beach, Chez Rosa is open 7 days a week during the summer and offers outdoor dining on our covered, dog-friendly patio. Whether you're planning a romantic date night, celebrating a special occasion, or searching for the perfect patio restaurant near Kennebunkport, enjoy live instrumental music on the patio the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month, exceptional food and wine, and a dining experience worth returning for.

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Eric

Dined 1 day ago

Excellent restaurant. Felt extremely relaxing, quiet, peaceful and the ambiance felt like home. The food was incredible. Everything from scratch and the service was exceptional. Our waiter took the time to explain the menu and help us with options without over explaining. 100/10!

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4.7

4.7 (2594)

$50 and over

American

Kennebunkport

About the restaurant

Our contemporary New England cuisine has been rooted in the local and seasonal long before they were the mots du jour on menus across the country. At our AAA Five Diamond, Forbes Five Star restaurant, we showcase incredible ingredients sourced through specially cultivated relationships with the farmers, fishermen and foragers of coastal Maine and just beyond for beautifully-presented, always inspired dishes that encapsulate the very essence of our spectacular setting.

We have a smart casual dress code; jackets are preferred, but not required. Shorts, sportswear, and flip-flops are forbidden in the dining room.

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NancyGold

Dined 4 days ago

It’s hard to put into words the dining experience at the White Barn Inn…possibly one word, perfection, sums it up. Right from the start from the complimentary valet parking, the beauty of the Inn dressed up for the season, to the service the moment you walk in, and finally, the exquisite meal. This restaurant never disappoints. Thank you for a truly magical experience.

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Experience

Smithereens Finale Dinner

Hurricane Restaurant - Kennebunkport

4.7

4.7 (1890)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Kennebunkport

About the restaurant

Sitting over the Kennebunk River in the Kennebunkport neighborhood of Dock Square. Hurricane Restaurant offers the freshest local seafood,locally grown produce and the finest of prime meats available in the market daily. Our Chef and Pastry Chef write our menus each day based on what is the freshest and finest product. Our wine list offers over 130 plus selections by the bottle with almost 60 available by the glass and has won Wine Spectator awards for over 20 years in a row. Our service is casual with our priorities being complete guest satisfaction. Please join us soon to enjoy our wonderful food and beverages and well as our spectacular water views.

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anthonyGold

Dined 1 day ago

Amazing food , atmosphere and service! I would hesitate to visiting this great restaurant. Outstanding

The Lost Fire

4.7

4.7 (1828)

$50 and over

Argentinean

Kennebunkport

About the restaurant

The Lost Fire Grill and Bar is a true Patagonian wood fired steakhouse. We feature the finest cuts of meat, cooked on our custom wood grills by Chef German Lucarelli.

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Caitlyn

Dined 3 days ago

It is always a really lovely experience dining here. The food, decor, and hospitality are always fantastic. Our server at this last visit was really exception and made our anniversary dinner extra special.

Ocean

4.6

4.6 (2459)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Kennebunkport

About the restaurant

Perched along Maine's rocky coastline within the Cape Arundel Inn, Ocean Restaurant provides an elegant dining experience with panoramic Atlantic views. The restaurant offers three-, four-, and five-course prix fixe menus, showcasing fresh Maine seafood and locally sourced ingredients. Guests can enhance their meals with curated wine pairings. The ambiance reflects the elegance of an ocean liner, with large windows offering stunning seascapes. Ocean Restaurant has been recognized with the 2024 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence and the OpenTable Diners' Choice Award, affirming its status as a premier dining destination in Kennebunkport.

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Debra

Dined 3 days ago

Our dining experience at Ocean Restaurant was wonderful! We dine here every time we visit Kennebunkport ( twice a year, for the past 20+ years ) Nothing like it, with its ocean view, fabulous food, excellent service, and relaxing atmosphere! Highly recommend. We will most certainly be back again on our next visit to Maine!

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Popular dish

PAN SEARED HALIBUT

Popular dish

CHOCOLATE MOLTEN CAKE

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SCALLOPS

The Tiller Restaurant at Cliff House

4.5

4.5 (1601)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Cape Neddick

About the restaurant

Native ingredients honor Maine’s indelible heritage. By partnering with local fisherman, farmers, distillers, and ranchers, The Tiller Restaurant combines the region’s distinctive culture and tradition with culinary innovation and sustainable practices for authentic and nuanced dining experiences.

Upscale contemporary design meets with charming rustic elements, combined with a bright and inviting dining destination surrounded by ocean views suspended over the cliffs. Seasonal breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus are prepared with farm-fresh local produce, line-caught fish, hand cut meats, and homemade recipes passed down from generation to generation.

*Please note:

We do not accept parties larger than 8 in our main dining room (nor larger than 16 in our private dining rooms).

The Tiller winter hours are Thursday 5pm through Monday at 12pm, outside of December 18th through January 4th, in which we are open for all services.

Top review

WilliamGold

Dined 2 days ago

We had a wonderful meal at Tiller! Lisa was a fantastic server, and the views overlooking the water were absolutely stunning. The lobster corn chowder is a must-try! Great food, exceptional service, and a beautiful setting. We would definitely recommend!

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4.3

4.3 (1788)

$31 to $50

Italian

Ogunquit

About the restaurant

Over the past 30 years, our family has brought you the finest in hand crafted Italian food here in Ogunquit Maine. We stock only the finest imported olive oils, select tomatoes from the Tri-Valley Growers in California, and fresh native seafood. Our greens, herbs and vegetables are delivered to our chefs daily and to offer healthy choices, we do not use ANY salt or preservatives in our Italian recipes. We take pride in selecting and serving our food in Southern Maine and have continued this tradition for over 30 years. We are located in a restored 1850 farm house with wide beams and pumpkin pine hard wood floors, several small dining rooms and two larger rooms. Enjoy our small espresso bar, where full liquor is available and local beers are on tap. Small plates of our gourmet dishes are also available. Have fun watching a big game on our flat screen TV while enjoying the warmth of our working fireplace.

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Patricia

Dined 1 day ago

We eat at Roberto several times and it never disappoints. Food is outstanding. Staff are wonderful.

Little Barn

4.3

4.3 (794)

$31 to $50

American

Kennebunkport

About the restaurant

LITTLE BARN
Simply executed, yet expertly prepared, the flavorful and approachable dishes at the Little Barn bring the local Maine farmstead and fisheries to the table. It is a fantastic way to experience the amazing food and service for which the White Barn Restaurant is known.

Enjoy our Provisions menu, featuring ever changing local favorites. Our culinary team comes to work at the The White Barn Restaurant and they comes to play in the Little Barn.

Mood is relaxed and casual.

Top review

Nicole

Dined on 13 Oct 2026

The hostess, our server, the wine, the food, the ambiance—everything was 10/10!

Signal

3.9

3.9 (136)

$30 and under

American

Kennebunkport

About the restaurant

Signal Kennebunk is a coastal Maine restaurant and gathering place inspired by the working schooner Signal -where the day's catch turns into a night worth staying for. Located in Kennebunk, we serve fresh seafood, oysters, and premium steaks alongside craft cocktails and a high-energy dining atmosphere. Join us for dinner, drinks, or a celebration, Signal is where the coast comes alive!

Top review

Roy

Dined on 16 Oct 2026

Excellent dinner. Great service, food, and atmosphere. A comfortable evening.

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