Eat the Kennebunks 2021-2022

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Laura Dolce Executive Director Kennebunk Kennebunkport Arundel Chamber of Commerce Diners will enjoy the great outdoors (inside or outside!) at The Lost Fire in Cape Porpoise.

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In 2020, when so much of the world shut down, our eateries stepped up and found new ways to help us have our favorite daily cup of coffee, fresh bread, creative cocktails and gourmet meals to celebrate life’s milestones.

• Eating out/in or doing takeout as often as possible.

While an enterprising few began to offer delivery, almost every single food business - from our coffee shops to fivestar restaurants - found a way to offer takeout. “Curbside pickup” became an oft-used part of our vernacular as we learned to call ahead, stay in our cars and have deliciousness brought right to our vehicle doors.

• Having patience with changes - and there are many - to be navigated. That includes complying if asked to mask, distance or more.

At the same time, tents, patios and decks popped up, as eating “out” became in. More and more people preferred to enjoy a meal outdoors, and restaurants were able to keep more people employed and capacity numbers a little higher by utilizing outdoor spaces. We’re seeing that trend continue this year (and we suspect it won’t go away anytime soon), meaning that there are even more ways to enjoy a meal and the great outdoors in the Kennebunks.

But as flexible and enterprising as our eateries have been, make no mistake: They are still recovering. While things like PPP loans have helped them stay afloat, they are still far away from being on solid ground.

And so this year, like last, I ask that you help support our eateries by:

• Tipping the staff whether or not you’re eating “in.” This has been a very tough time for them, too.

• Buying gift certificates as gifts, or for future visits.

• Enjoying all the new ways - patios, decks, tents, takeout, delivery - that we have to enjoy food in this area.

• Remembering that things still won’t be back to “normal” this year, and eateries are no exception.

• Understanding that what we, as a community, do this year will impact which eateries are here for us next year.

To help all of this along, we hope you’ll join us in celebrating Eat the Kennebunks Week from May 10-16. During this week eateries will offer special meals, deals and more, and our new Loyal to Local passports will help you win prizes. On Saturday, May 15, we’ll host our second annual Community Picnic Night. Look for more details at EattheKennebunks.com.

So eat out, eat often and eat the Kennebunks this year!

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While an enterprising few began to offer delivery, almost every single food business - from our coffee shops to five-star restaurants — found While everyone had to adapt to a “new normal” in 2020 as the pandem- a way to offer takeout. “Curbside pickup” became an oft-used part of ic swept the country, perhaps none DINE IN as we all learned to our vernacular did it better than our local eateries.

DINE OUT call ahead, stay in our cars and have TAKE OUT Faced with the challenge of servdeliciousness brought right to our www.bandalooprestaurant.com ing customers in new ways, protectvehicle doors.

1200 Portland Rd. Arundel ing employees and trying to make 207-967-4994 But for those who still wanted to sit a living, our eateries stepped up to down at a table and be served — and help us have our favorite daily cup of there were many — dining “out” took coffee, fresh bread, creative cocktails on a whole new meaning as decks, and gourmet meals to celebrate life’s tents and curbside tables popped up milestones. outside eateries the world over. Here

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in the Kennebunks, we had tents outside of the Hurricane and Alisson’s, new decks at Mike’s All Day Breakfast and a new patio at Bandaloop, among other things.

Owners had found ways to adapt and customers were loving them.

“When the state of Maine decided to open outdoor seating for restaurants, we did the pavement out back and then we rented a massive tent,” said German Lucarelli, chef owner of The Lost Fire in Cape Porpoise. “It was a huge success, but took a lot of parking spaces so we decided to build LUCA,

The Lost Fire patio, which became a success immediately.”

The same was true at Old Vines Wine Bar in Lower Village.

“It didn’t take long to see that we needed to move most of the operation outside,” said Jon Ellms, one of the owners. “It took a village: Rick’s (partner Rick Taranto) design eye and event management, James’ (partner James Warwick) operational expertise and handyman skills, and my background in staging trade show exhibits came in handy.”

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The Lost Fire courtesy photo The Lost Fire’s patio became an instant hit last summer at the height of the pandemic.

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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.

Academe at The Kennebunk Inn 2 45 Main St., Kennebunk • thekennebunkinn.com Juicy, fresh lobster meat is mixed lightly with mayonnaise and served atop a buttery, toasted roll. Award-winning taste.

3 Sebago Brewing Company 65 Portland Road, Kennebunk • sebagobrewing.com Lobster BLT featuring fresh Maine lobster, crisp bacon and garden tomato and lettuce on a grilled brioche bun.

Talula’s 4 2 Morning Walk Lane, Cottage 7, Kennebunk Curated with Three Sea’s 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 Pearl Kennebunk 27 Western Ave., Kennebunk • spatoystercellar.com Cool lobster salad with fresh knuckle, claw, tail meat and mayonnaise in a warm, butter-toasted bun.

Little Barn at the White Barn Inn 6 37 Beach Ave., Kennebunk • whitebarninn.com Kennebunkport Lobster Roll - Choice of melted butter or Asian mayonnaise and french fries.

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Ryan’s Corner House 7 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.

8 Batson River Tasting Room 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.

H.B. Provisions 9 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.

10 Federal Jack’s Restaurant & Brew Pub 8 Western Ave., Kennebunk • federaljacks.com Delicious Maine lobster on a toasted New England-style bun, with french fries and pickle spear.

The Pilot House 11 4 Western Ave., Kennebunk Simple and fresh. Lobster meat and mayo served cold in a warm, butter toasted split-top bun.

12 The Spirit Restaurant 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.

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13 The Clam Shack 2 Western Ave. (on the bridge), Kennebunk • theclamshack.net Award-winning, world-famous lobster roll featuring fresh-picked lobster from Cape Porpoise on a grilled round roll, fresh from a local bakery.

Hurricane Restaurant 14 29 Dock Square, Kennebunkport • hurricanerestaurant.com Freshly picked meat lightly tossed with celery and mayo served on a toasted buttered roll.

15 Alisson’s Restaurant 11 Dock Square, Kennebunkport • alissons.com Alisson’s Famous Lobster Roll: mounds of Maine lobster lightly mixed with mayo on a grilled roll. Also serving four other interesting versions of their Maine lobster roll.

The Burleigh at Kennebunkport Inn 16 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.

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

95 Ocean at The Nonantum Resort 18 95 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport • nonantumresort.com Hand-picked Maine lobster overflowing in a homemade buttery bun flavored with lemon parsley aioli.

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Port Lobster Co. 19 122 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.

20 Mabel’s Lobster Claw 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.

Stripers Waterside Restaurant 21 133 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport • stripersrestaurant.com Filled with fresh Maine lobster meat and tossed with a lemon aioli.

22 The Marine Room at the Colony Hotel 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.

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 lemon brown butter and tarragon OR cold with grilled scallion & garlic aioli.

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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Alisson’s Restaurant 11 Dock Square, Kennebunkport Botanical Spritz: Ketel One Grapefruit Rose Vodka, Elderflower Liqueur, grapefruit, simple syrup and prosecco

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

The Boathouse Waterfront Hotel and Restaurant 21 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport Spicy Strawberry Margarita – Houseinfused pepper tequila, agave, strawberry, lime, salt rim

The Burleigh at the Kennebunkport Inn One Dock Square, Kennebunkport Hot Flash - Pear vodka, lime, cranberry, spicy agave

sip your way along our The White Barn Inn 37 Beach Ave., Kennebunk G & Tea: made with green tea infused Tangueray, a spritz of green chartreuse, cucumbers and mint

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

Cocktail Trail of the Kennebunks Ryan’s Corner House 17 Western Ave., Kennebunk Snickerdoodle Martini with a cinnamon rim, a delight for any afternoon

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

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Stripers Restaurant 127 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport The Angry Girlfriend Margarita: A sweet and spicy margarita made with house infused pineapple habanero tequila

Sebago Brewing Company 65 Portland Road, Kennebunk Simmer Shandy: A summer citrus delight, our Simmer ale has fresh lime juice and blood orange simple

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

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

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

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

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.

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Pearl Kennebunk Beach & Spat Oyster Cellar 27 Western Ave., Kennebunk Wiggly Bridget: Sparkling wild raspberry-hibiscus tea, lemon, and local gin (or try Seacoast Vodka from Boston

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

Ocean Restaurant at Cape Arundel Inn 208 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport Perfect Pear: Grey Goose, St. Germain, Galliano, lemon juice, simple syrup

Old Vines Wine Bar 173 Port Road, Kennebunk Swear To Me: Gin, Lemon, Pink Grapefruit, Raw Ginger, Honey, Black Pepper, Thai Basil

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

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

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

The Nonantum Resort 95 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport The Ocean Avenue Spritzer features Blue Chair Bay Rum paired with a rosemary wild honey aromatic mist sprayed 13 around the glass

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Restaurant Guide

RESTAURANTS

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

Academe at the Kennebunk Inn 45 Main St., Kennebunk (207) 985-3351 thekennebunkinn.com The Admirals Table Bar and Grill at the Rhumb Line Resort 41 Turbats Creek Road, Kennebunkport (207) 967-5457 rhumblineresort.com Casual outdoor dining offering a full bar and familyfriendly fare.

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Alisson’s Restaurant 11 Dock Square, Kennebunkport (207) 967-4841 alissons.com A Kennebunkport tradition for over 45 years. Lunch and dinner every day, 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) 967-4494 bandalooprestaurant.com

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

Bentley’s Saloon & Campground 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 (207) 967-8223 boathouseme.com The Burleigh at the Kennebunkport Inn One Dock Square, Kennebunkport (207) 967-2621 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 Chez Rosa 2 Ocean Ave., Building D, Kennebunkport (207) 204-0183 chezrosabistro.com French bistro.

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 Featuring 10 lanes of bowling with creative gastropub fare and craft beer.

The Dory at Lodge on the Cove 29 South Main St., Kennebunkport (207) 967-3993 lodgeonthecove.com

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A restored motor lodge with a chic, vintage vibe and casual on-site dining.

(207) 967-2321 whitebarninn.com

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

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

Earth at Hidden Pond 354 Goose Rocks Road, Kennebunkport (207) 967-9050 hiddenpondmaine.com One of the finest luxury restaurants in the Northeast.

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

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

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

The Little Barn at the White Barn Inn 37 Beach Ave., Kennebunk

Maine Diner 2265 Post Road, Wells (207) 646-4441 mainediner.com The Marine Room at the Colony Hotel 140 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport (207) 967-3331 thecolonyhotel.com Mekhong Thai Restaurant 35 Western Ave., Kennebunk (207) 967-8827 mekhongthai.com

Locally Sourced Un p a r a l l e l e d d i n i n g d e s t i n a t i o n s .

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Vinegar Hill has Missed You! WE’VE MISSED LIVE MUSIC AND GATHERING AS A COMMUNITY. SINCE OUR CLOSURE LAST MARCH, WE’VE BEEN LONGING TO BRING MUSIC AND CONNECTION BACK TO OUR COMMUNITY IN A SAFE WAY.

WE ARE THRILLED TO ANNOUNCE THAT WE FINALLY FEEL THAT WE ARE IN A POSITION TO DO SO! THIS 2021 SEASON, VINEGAR HILL WILL EMERGE FROM FORCED HIBERNATION WITH GREAT NEW PROGRAMMING AND PRACTICES DESIGNED TO ENSURE YOUR SAFETY AND HEALTH. OUR GOAL IS FOR EACH GUEST TO ARRIVE AND LEAVE WITH A SMILE (EVEN IF THAT SMILE IS HIDDEN BEHIND A MASK).

Box Office and Information 207-985-5552 For more information and our schedule

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

Pearl Kennebunk Beach 27 Western Ave., Kennebunk (207) 204-0860 Pearlkennebunk.com

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

Family-style diner serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Pedro’s Mexican Restaurant 181 Port Road, Kennebunk (207) 967-5544 pedrosmaine.com

Musette 2 Pier Road, Kennebunkport (207) 204-0707 musettebyjc.com Ocean Restaurant at the Cape Arundel Inn & Resort 208 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport (207) 967-2125 capearundelinn.com Unparalleled ocean views and outstanding dining.

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

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Pilot House Restaurant 4 Western Ave., Kennebunk (207) 967-5507 Find us on Facebook.

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

Sebago Brewing Company 65 Portland Road, Kennebunk (207) 985-9855 sebagobrewing.com Popular local brewpub, known for its good food, brick oven, and 13 taps of craft beer.

The Spirit Restaurant 4 Western Ave., Kennebunk Find us on Facebook.

Stripers Restaurant at the Breakwater Inn 127 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport (207) 967-5333 thebreakwaterinn.com Unique waterfront location, serving lunch and dinner year-round, lobster bakes and sunsets on the lawn.

The Tides Beach Club 930 Kings Highway, Goose Rocks Beach, Kennebunkport (207) 967-3757 tidesbeachclubmaine.com Fresh Maine seafood enhanced with Asian flavors, on Goose Rocks Beach.

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Restaurant Guide of the Kennebunks White Barn Inn 37 Beach Ave., Kennebunk (207) 967-2321 whitebarninn.com

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

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! Plus cookies, cakes, chocolates, and more. New: waffles with delectable fillings.

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

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

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.

Christian’s Cafe & Eatery 41 Main St., Kennebunk (207) 502-7324 Find us on Facebook.

Cozy meeting place for friends and business associates.

Enjoy Wicked Owl coffee, bagels, sandwiches, muffins, sweets and more.

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

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 158 Downing Road, Arundel (207) 494-0077 Find us on Facebook.

H.B. Provisions, Inc. 15 Western Ave., Kennebunk (207) 967-5762 hbprovisions.com LIVE Cafe 169 Port Road, Kennebunk (207) 204-2055 livecafemaine.com Healthy grab & go eats, juices, smoothies, acai bowls, vegan options, coffee, breakfast, lunch, dinner, drinks.

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Book a table or check out our menus online. nonantumresort.com/dining Or call us at 207-967-4050.

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Restaurant Guide of the Kennebunks Mornings in Paris 21 Western Ave., Kennebunk (207) 204-0032 morningsinparis.com A European style café serving coffee roasted on premises. Offering freshly baked croissants and pastries all day. Beach picnics offered.

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

Talula’s 2 Morning Walk Lane, Cottage 7, Kennebunk (207) 274-0247 cottagecurators.com Curated local desserts, breads and produce. Scratch quiche, soups, hors d’oeuvres and meals. Craft coffee, beer and wine. Catering.

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FOOD / SPECIALTY MARKETS FOOD / SPECIALTY MARKETS Bradbury Bros. Market 167 Main St., Kennebunkport (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.

Cummings Market 3 Alfred Road, West Kennebunk (207) 985-7787 Frinklepod Farm 244 Log Cabin Road, Arundel (207) 289-5805 frinklepodfarm.com

H.B. Provisions, Inc. 15 Western Ave., Kennebunk (207) 967-5762 hbprovisions.com Hannaford 65 Portland Road, Kennebunk (207) 985-9135 hannaford.com Kennebunk Farmers Market Association 1 Garden St., Kennebunk kennebunkfarmersmarket.org Maine & Vine 13 Western Ave., Kennebunk (207) 967-9171 maineandvine.com Craft beers from Maine and wine from around the world. Also featuring specialty foods and cigars.

Maine-ly Drizzle 2 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport (207) 204-0025 mainelydrizzle.com

OPEN APRIL—OCTOBER SERVING LUNCH & DINNER

LOBSTER & CLASSIC NEW ENGLAND FARE NESTLED ON SHORE ROAD, MABEL’S HAS BEEN SERVING THE BEST OF CLASSIC MAINE CUISINE SINCE 1953. STOP BY AND ENJOY OUR FAMOUS BAKED LOBSTERS, CLAM CHOWDER, AND BLUEBERRY PIE. OUR KITCHEN IS COMMITTED TO USING FRESH, LOCAL SEAFOOD. WE ALSO HAVE A FULL BAR AND OUTDOOR PATIO SEATING. 124 O C E A N AV E • K E N N E B U N K P O R T, M A IN E • 2 0 7. 9 6 7. 2 5 6 2 • M A B E L S L O B S T E R .C O M

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Join us for Eat the Kennebunks Week Pick up your passport at any participating restaurant or at the Chamber of Commerce.

Dine in, order takeout, grab a coffee during Eat the Kennebunks Week May 10-16.

After your purchase, show your passport and receive a sticker for the amount spent.

Submit your passport the following week to the Chamber and be entered to win fantastic prizes.

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Restaurant Guide of the Kennebunks Port Lobster Co. 122 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport (207) 967-2081 portlobster.com

TASTING ROOMS & FOOD TOURS

TASTING ROOMS & FOOD TOURS

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

The Sugar Shack 17 Western Ave., Kennebunk (207) 967-9988 Find us on Facebook.

Destination candy store: bulk, chocolate and cotton candy!

Talula’s 2 Morning Walk Lane, Cottage 7, Kennebunk (207) 274-0247 cottagecurators.com Curated local desserts, breads and produce. Scratch quiche, soups, hors d’oeuvres and meals. Craft coffee, beer and wine. Catering.

Three Sea’s Fish & Lobster 130 Main St., Kennebunkport (207) 204-0402 threeseasfishandlobster.com

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.

Maine & Vine 13 Western Ave., Kennebunk (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 Maine-ly Drizzle 2 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport (207) 204-0025 mainelydrizzle.com

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

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Outdoor dining is where it’s at this year Continued from Page 5 The solution? “(It was) comprised of tents and our existing pergola and we used old pallets to create plant walls between tables,” said Warwick. “This, with creative lighting, created a space that looked more like a music festival tent than a dining room.”

And that village Ellms mentioned kept it all together.

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“The folks at Snug Harbor graciously provided the plants, and kept them in good shape up all summer,” Ellms said. “The Event Light Pros were helpful with indoor lighting. Joel Gurecki jumped when we needed to get power, Wifi, and sound all set. One of our

customers, Teri Collard, volunteered to keep up some of the flowers in the giant planters by the entrance.”

Up the road in Arundel, the owners of Bandaloop, which had recently moved from Kennebunkport and opened in a beautifully restored historic tavern, were discovering that it wasn’t their inside that was the draw.

“Outdoor dining was essential to our survival this year,” said Bridget Lee, co-owner with her husband, Scott, of Bandaloop. “Even as the weather got very cold, folks still wanted to eat outside. There are still people who won’t dine inside, but seem to be plenty that are okay with

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Restaurant Guide of the Kennebunks FOOD TRUCKS

FOOD TRUCKS

ICE CREAM SHOPS

Maxim’s Desserts 2 Harbor Lane, Kennebunk (207) 710-1891 maximsdesserts.com A dessert truck that serves pie a la mode on the go!

Home of the original pie cone.

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

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

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. New: waffles with delectable fillings.

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

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

Maxim’s Desserts 2 Harbor Lane, Kennebunk (207) 710-1891 maximsdesserts.com A dessert truck that serves pie a la mode on the go!

Home of the original pie cone.

Rococo Artisan Ice Cream 6 Spring St., Kennebunkport (207) 251-6866 rococoicecream.com Scoop Deck 6 Eldridge Road, Wells (207) 646-5150 scoopdeck.com A must-visit since 1983 in Wells, Maine from MaySeptember. Enjoy our huge selection of ice cream.

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LOBSTER TO GO

Dairy Queen 1 York St., Kennebunk (207) 985-3050 Find us on Facebook.

Ice cream cakes galore! Visit our website at dqcakes. com for pictures and pricing.

Rococo Kennebunkport: 6 Spring Street, Kennebunkport, Maine

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Outdoor dining is where it’s at this year Continued from Page 28 it. Thankfully. We weren’t set up for outdoor dining yet, so we had to scramble and get it all in order pretty quickly.”

The resulting patio, with bright orange umbrellas, became a striking counterpoint to the restaurant’s dark wood exterior - and was popular deep into fall.

Lee said they have even more plans for this year, including expanding their outdoor seating.

Some restaurants had no outdoor dining at all before the pandemic — or any space to put any. But with town officials actively working to ease restrictions and create new opportunities, new spots sprang up.

“We had an outdoor dining tent in the town parking lot behind our building, right on the water, from June through Columbus Day,” said Ashley Padget, general manager of her family-owned restaurant, Alisson’s. Padget worked with Kennebunkport Town Manager Laurie Smith on creating new opportunities for all eateries - and on the dining space she shared with Hurricane. Padget said the Kennebunkport Resort Collection was also a generous neighbor.

“The KRC also collaborated with us, giving us use of the Kennebunkport Inn parking lot and patio for outdoor dining as well,” she said. “As soon as we were allowed to resume indoor dining we did, even with a limited seating capacity. We continue with both indoor dining and curbside takeout.”

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Old Vines Wine Bar got creative with outdoor lighting and decor; this season look for its new, bigger tent.

just limited to decks and tents. The Kennebunkport Resort Collection properties got creative with their outdoor seating, offering deck-side gingerbread cottages and igloos at the Boathouse. The Nonantum Resort had dining cabanas, Stripers at the Breakwater Inn had igloos as well and Batson River Brewing had the incredibly popular fish shacks on its deck.

it all done for their customers.

“In Kennebunk we have seen lots of outdoor dining even through the cold winter days in our heated fish shacks,” said food and beverage director Amy Caramante. “We also brought outdoor heaters onto our deck so people could be cozy while dining outside.”

Lucarelli said he hadn’t given much thought to outdoor eating before 2020, but that he has a new vision going into this year.

And as for this year, most eateries say they plan to offer more of the same — takeout, dining in AND dining out. This time around, they are more confident that they can get

“We have learned so much about rolling with the punches, working as a team, and finding solutions instead of focusing on problems,” Alisson’s Padget said. “I know that sounds kind of contrived, but it is true. Our employees were rock stars! We were also forced to streamline many of our business practices. It was a blessing.”

“This year we are renovating and updating LUCA to bring more to our valued customers,” he said. Other changes include adding two ADAcompliant bathrooms for that space, with a plan to open it Memorial Day weekend.

The rest we’ll leave to good weather.”

Restaurant Guide of the Kennebunks 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 5 Nasons Court #12, Kennebunk (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 and sandwiches. Sit down or take out.

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.

Christian’s Cafe & Eatery 41 Main St., Kennebunk (207) 502-7324 Find us on Facebook.

Cozy meeting place for friends and business associates. Enjoy Wicked Owl coffee, bagels, sandwiches, muffins, sweets and more.

Destination Catering & The Caravan Kennebunk (207) 985-7333 destinationcatering.com Full-service caterer and private chef offerings.

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

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Outdoor dining— it’s the place to enjoy a Maine meal again in 2021! Here is a list of those who are serving in the great outdoors this season: 95 Ocean (at Nonantum Resort) Academe (at the Kennebunk Inn) Admirals Table (at the Rhumb Line) The Arundel Wharf Bandaloop Batson River Tasting Room Bentley’s Saloon The Boathouse The Burleigh at the Kennebunkport Inn Cape Pier Chowder House Chez Rosa The Clam Shack The Dory (at Lodge on the Cove) Duffy’s Tavern & Grill Earth (at Hidden Pond)

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Federal Jack’s Brew Pub Hurricane Restaurant 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 Pearl Kennebunk Beach Pedro’s Mexican Restaurant The Pilot House Roma Pizza Ryan’s Corner House Sebago Brewing Company The Spirit Restaurant Stripers Waterside Restaurant

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

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

Musette 2 Pier Road, Kennebunkport (207) 204-0707 musettebyjc.com Talula’s 2 Morning Walk Lane, Cottage 7, Kennebunk (207) 274-0247 cottagecurators.com Curated local desserts, breads and produce. Scratch quiche, soups, hors d’oeuvres and meals. Craft coffee, beer and wine.

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

COOKING SCHOOL

Frinklepod Farm 244 Log Cabin Road, Arundel (207) 289-5805 frinklepodfarm.com Jillyanna’s Woodfired Cooking School Kennebunkport (207) 967-4960 jillyannas.com Offering on-site woodfired Neapolitan pizza parties, cooking workshops for woodfired oven owners and Zoom classes.

Talula’s Table 2 Morning Walk Lane, Cottage 6, Kennebunk (207) 274-0247 cottagecurators.com Boutique event space: private events, pop ups and cooking classes.

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Ice Cream Trail Auntie’s House Bakery 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.

Maxim’s Desserts 2 Harbor Lane, Kennebunk (behind the Pilot House) Ever had a pie cone? Putting new twists on old classics, Maxim’s Desserts serves Maine-made a la mode, a la cone, on the go!

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!

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

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

Rococo Artisan Ice Cream 16 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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