Diners' Choice: Neighborhood gem restaurants in Southern Coast

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Updated November 05, 2026

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The Tea House at the Lady Mary Inn

4.9

4.9 (139)

$31 to $50

Afternoon Tea

North Berwick

About the restaurant

Delicately prepared tea sandwiches, sweets and scones are served in intimate settings throughout the manor. Surrounded by classic Victorian elegance and charm, this experience and culinary offering are steeped in both flavor and history. The Lady Mary Inn, located in the historic Hurd Manor, is the quintessential setting for afternoon tea.

The Tea Experience:
$45 per person

Kids - $24

Top review

George

Dined on Oct 29, 2026

The Lady Mary Inn and Tea House is a lovely, well maintained place in North Berwick, ME. The owner was gracious, attentive to all the guests, and knowledgeable about the Inn and the food being served for tea. Our waitperson was terrific, too. We had a lovely plate of sandwiches and scones with assorted spreads, a tiered tray with a variety of sweet treats and a pot of hot tea (our choice). My favorite was the delicious goat cheese, carrot and sweet potato on whole grain bread finger sandwich. It was nicely presented and offered something for every taste. Thank you! We enjoyed ourselves.

Chez Rosa

4.8

4.8 (1087)

$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.

Top review

Jo-Ann

Dined 2 days ago

Great evening, delicious food, great waitstaff, overall a great diinrt ,

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Hurricane Restaurant - Kennebunkport

4.7

4.7 (1891)

$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.

Top review

Jo-Ann

Dined 5 days ago

Always the best ❤️…one of my favorite restaurants in kennebunkport

Jonathan's - Ogunquit

4.7

4.7 (3978)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Ogunquit

About the restaurant

Celebrating 50+ years, Jonathan’s Restaurant is Ogunquit’s destination for fresh, farm-to-table cuisine.
Jonathan's Restaurant impresses in every way: always welcoming, always delicious.
Our upscale yet casual atmosphere features soft lighting and a 600-gallon fish tank, making it perfect for
romantic dinners and special occasions, or family gatherings.
Our menu highlights organic produce from our own local farm. Not to miss is our decadent Maine Seafood
Pasta loaded with lobster, clams, and shrimp, our signature Caramelized Salmon with an orange-dill
marinade, rich Seafood-Stuffed Haddock, and prime grilled steaks. For those dining with a younger
audience, we have a menu just for them!
Located on Bourne Lane, we are minutes from Marginal Way, Perkins Cove, and Ogunquit Beach, and
steps from the Ogunquit Playhouse, the perfect choice for pre-theater dining. Our upstairs venue hosts
live music and comedy; truly the ultimate dinner-and-a-show experience.

Top review

pat

Dined 4 days ago

“White tablecloth” dining with a casual, friendly feel. The bartender iced our glasses for a wonderful cold beer. The lobster was cooked to order and delicious. The staff were very attentive and friendly.

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Popular dish

Seafood Stuffed North Atlantic Haddock

Popular dish

Wild Mushroom Pappardelle

Popular dish

Seafood Chowder

Clay Hill Farm

4.5

4.5 (2939)

$30 and under

American

Ogunquit

About the restaurant

Situated on 10 acres of private gardens and woodlands, Clay Hill Farm offers a unique indoor/outdoor dining experience in nature's backyard. Classic coastal cuisine and award-winning service just minutes from downtown Ogunquit village make Clay Hill a popular destination for weddings and special events. The menu features entrees crafted with locally sourced ingredients and the flavors of coastal Maine. Whether it's a dinner for two or a wedding party of 200, the team at Clay Hill Farm is committed to providing guests with a fabulous Maine experience!

Top review

Joyce

Dined on Oct 29, 2026

Everything was excellent, the service the food the drinks it’s one of our favorite places. Thank you.

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Experience

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Experience

Thanksgiving Day

The Tides Beach Club

4.5

4.5 (1124)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Kennebunkport

About the restaurant

Experience the best of Kennebunkport, Maine, at The Tides Beach Club, where fresh flavors shine. Our menu features an array of seafood and garden vegetables, each dish crafted to perfection by Chef Joe Schafer. Enhance your meal with a specialty drink or a selection from our extensive wine collection for a truly memorable dining experience.

Please note that parking at The Tides Beach Club is reserved for hotel guests only; dining guests must use Goose Rocks Beach Parking. Book your table on OpenTable today for a rejuvenating culinary adventure!

Top review

Kim

Dined on Oct 24, 2026

We went to the Tides 4 times this fall and our last visit which was on their last night of the season was our best visit. The service was attentive and our food was great. The setting of the Tides is beautiful. This particular evening we were seated in the dining room and one side of the table the view was of the beach. Look forward to coming back in the future

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4.5

4.5 (806)

$50 and over

Seafood

Kennebunkport

About the restaurant

Ultramar, a new Kennebunkport seafood destination, opened its doors in June 2023. Chef Germán Lucarelli's culinary vision brings together the freshest Maine catch with bold Mediterranean flavors, all prepared over open flames for an unparalleled taste experience.

Top review

DavidGold

Dined on Oct 26, 2026

One of those beautiful fall afternoons with the sun setting over the water. Sydney, our waiter, gave us a great table and then proceeded to deliver exceptional service and spot on menu recommendations the entire evening. Food and beverage quality was excellent, and the dining room team combined to take very good care of us throughout our experience at Ultramar.

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4.3

4.3 (1787)

$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.

Top review

Patricia

Dined on Oct 24, 2026

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

Brickyard Hollow Brewing Co. - Ogunquit

4.2

4.2 (61)

$30 and under

American

Ogunquit

About the restaurant

What started as a tribute to our beloved town on the Maine coast has evolved into a multi-location operation offering traditional style craft beer, gourmet pizza, a full brewpub menu, dine-in service, patio dining, delivery services, canned beer, growlers to go, and more.

We built this company on a passion for community involvement. Although we continue to grow, this remains one of our core values. As a result, our calendar is always full of community events and local fundraisers. Whether you are looking for a restaurant for a Friday night out, pizza to go, or an ice-cold 4-pack to take on your weekend adventures, we have you covered

Top review

Michael

Dined on Oct 19, 2026

Nice service, friendly. Great food. Pretty quiet for a sports bar.

Signal

4.1

4.1 (142)

$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

Gabrielle

Dined 3 days ago

Was looking for a new restaurant experience in the area for a celebratory dinner, and I was immediately drawn to Signal because of the menu. All of the plates we ordered exceeded our expectations. We both left very pleased and impressed. We’ll definitely be back.

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