Best Chowder in Kennebunk

8 restaurant menus in United States, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated)
Selected filters:
Ranking
Sort A-Z
near you
Filters
The Spirit Restaurant
The Spirit Restaurant
93/100 (252 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Seafood
Bar
Gluten Free Options
Seafood
American
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Rum Bucket
Shrimp
Spirit Punch
Berry Breeze
Blueberry Breeze
Scallops
Chowder
Stella Artois
Lobster Roll
Tomato
Steamers
Steamed Clams
Scallops
Funky Bow G-String IPA
Oyster
Brightside IPA
Tuna
Lobster Roll
Sit down
American
Seafood
Bar
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Seating
Table Service
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"The clam chowder, although the portion was too small, is the best I'd ever tasted, & the blueberry cake is to die for! Highly recommend the Spirit..."
Fran Laughlin
"My wife and I were walking around KPT when I saw a boat with a bar on it. I had to go!! We found out that they were opening a few days early for the..."
Daniel Gazaille
"This place is amazing . So amazing we were engaged on the bow of the boat ! It sits in the middle of the river with full views of the sky and..."
Dana Banks
"We had raw oysters, lobster tail and steamers and they were all fabulous ! Very nice bartender and server! Highly recommend this..."
Sandra Fragale Hensel
"The Best bar in Kennebunkport and to be quite honest, possibly the best lobster roll. Also try the lobster stew! Staff was super friendly and we..."
Greg Kenney
"The crab cakes, sliders and service were all excellent!! The business is locally owned with an “owner in the store” which makes all the..."
John Doyon
"Great atmosphere, excellent drinks... didn't eat but food looked great. Would definitely go back ... rocking on the water, soft breeze through my..."
Maureen Gratton
"Outstanding food! Came for drinks but the apps were so good, we stayed for dinner! Everything we ate was delicious: peeler shrimp, scallops, crab..."
Heather Flaherty
"The lobster stew was an amazing choice. Rich, creamy and smooth. The bartenders we're friendly and attentive. What a..."
Regina Van Lowe
"We had a wonderful meal. It was freshly prepared tapas style while seated uniquely on deck. It gave us a chance to order a variety of food and share..."
Matthew Kelley
"Love the eclectic seafood menu! Not your 'run of the mill' choices served at every restaurant in town. Awesome ambiance & friendly staff. Keep up the..."
Nancy Cambrola
"Everything about the floating restaurant is alluring! The ambiance alone combined with signature drinks and the freshest food with seasonal flare..."
Shelley Fleming Wigglesworth
"Beautiful location, gorgeous remodel of a sailing vessel, and delicious food and drink! Who can beat that?? Go...hurry before it's so full you..."
Tami Reynolds
"Thanks for creating such a wonderful place to hang with friendly people, great food, and unique..."
Jean Clermont
"Such a fun spot for a cocktail. You get to witness the unique tide change, sit on the bow in the sun or underneath at the bar. I didn’t learn..."
Jessica Unikewicz
"It's hard to imagine a more meaningful wedding than the one we were able to photograph on the Spirit of Massachusetts. The couple we photographed..."
Bethany & Dan Cox
"Scenic boat side bar for a great drink with a..."
Nicholas Titus
"Unique setting on a tall ship in the river. No food offerings but plenty of drinks. A little hard to find the entrance with a few signs pointing the..."
Bryan Everitt
"Best bar in Kennebunkport, best lobster roll in Kennebunkport, best bartenders in Kennebunkport, Most unique eating/drinking experience in..."
Greg Kenney
"We recently held a wedding rehearsal party on the Spirit of Massachusetts. It was a cocktail party with appetizers served throughout the evening. ..."
Stephen Sacco
"This is a great place to have a drink and a bite to eat! The bartenders are super cool. Drinks are great! Their small bites are out of this..."
Nyree Pieck
"This place is wonderful. Very sentimental for me personally, but a gorgeous place to eat. We got crab cakes, clam chowder, and the duck confit crepe...."
Hali Morrison
"This was such a neat place! We were seated right in the bow and had a great view. It can get windy, so be careful your napkins and things don't blow..."
Kate Gallagher
"My first time at this restaurant and absolutely not my last. Sure the food's great and so are the drinks! But let's face it, it all comes down to..."
Matthew Cromey
"Great food, awesome..."
Rob Otis
"I like this place. I am sure they have food but it is really a floating bar on a period designed sailing ship. Really nice atmosphere and Stacy the..."
Bob Fecteau
"The boat and bar for really nice so is..."
Eric Drake
"View is awesome, the staff was nice and the food was delicious. Only reason they didn't get 5 stars? I knew it was a tapas menu and selections would..."
Stephanie Letellier
"Great bar and wonderful staff. Not to be..."
Charles Anderson
"The plates are small but we knew this going in. The food was great as well as the presentation for such a small kitchen. The drinks were great as..."
Allen Schroedel
"Fantastic! Absolutely fantastic! Just opened but recommended heavily to anyone that wants to truly enjoy and experience New England and/or great old..."
Matthew Anderson
"My favorite place in Kennebunkport. Who doesn’t want to eat on a boat? Great food, great service, love the music. And you are literally in the..."
Dennis Harris
Pearl Kennebunk
Pearl Kennebunk
91/100 (406 ratings)
Restaurants
Seafood
Gluten Free Options
American
Steakhouse
Grill
Gluten Free Options
Drinks
Dinner
Shrimp
Bouillabaisse
Lobster
Salad
Clams
Oyster
Mussels
Salmon
Chowder
Lobster Roll
Burger
Halibut
"We save this place for our last night in Kennebunkport! This place is very nice and has a great outdoor area with a fire pit. We were seated in the..."
Blake Roussel
"Difficult to put into words how incredible the dining experience was here. We had a party of 15 and our table was prepared and ready well before the..."
Joe LaFerriere
"An excellent experience at the Pearl. Olivia was our waitress and was pleasant, helpful an engaging. The clam chowder was excellent, my wife raved..."
Rick Trowel
"I had the good fortune of eating dinner here with my wife. The restuarant was well lit, a warming fireplace was nearby and the bar was brilliantly..."
Gerhard Schwebler
"Great experience eating at Pearl. Lovely atmosphere & fresh seafood. Loved the lobster roll & cod. Nice place for a special..."
Tanuja
"Love this place!!! Came here on Valentine's Day and was so impressed with the venue and the menu. They have a sitting area near the large, floor to..."
Michael S
"We’re locals and have a couple regular spots, decided to give Pearl a try and I am kicking myself for not coming sooner! Craft cocktails were..."
Danielle Dole
"The only thing better than the food and drinks were the staff. The local oysters were so fresh and tasty they were still squeaking at us! The salt..."
laura need
"Food is a 5 star and if you ever wanted to taste all of maine in one dish I highly recommend the bouillabaisse. It was outstanding. Decor is very..."
Gene Fischer
"Pearl was amazing! A New England & seafood foodie's dream! I went to Pearl for the first time on my trip to Kennebunkport for dinner. It was easy to..."
Brittney Rose
Squaretoe's Restaurant
Squaretoe's Restaurant
90/100 (459 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Vegetarian Friendly
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Lobster
Pancakes
Salad
Chowder
Haddock
Eggs Benedict
French Toast
Toasts
Corned Beef
Fish
Burger
American
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Free off-street parking
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Street Parking
Accepts Discover
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Mid-range
"This family owned restaurant has the most amazing blueberry pancakes!! Everything on the menu is incredible. Paula’s homemade corn beef hash is to..."
Linda Bancroft
"Worth the short wait to have breakfast here. The pancakes are some of the best I've ever had. For once I finished my husband's breakfast, the..."
Katie Lauver
"Great breakfast, happy we chose this little spot to eat. We sat at the counter with a few locals it was super charming and the food was delicious. If..."
Madison Aldred
"Squaretoe's is a quaint, cozy, little breakfast place, food was great, and the service was great. It was packed full but still plenty of walking..."
Sheri B
"Great experience and food. Our server was very attentive. Price is pretty affordable. Go check it out..."
Tianna Murdock
"Top notch gourmet fare. Presentation, service, and establishment are endearing! Wish it was in my town. These women are first..."
x x
"Pancakes and Bacon was AMAZING! Make sure you get the blueberries in the pancakes. You will love..."
Dustin Napier
"Food is incredible. Great service in a wonderful small town atmosphere. Can’t believe it took us so long to find this place. We had an awesome..."
Jared Avery
"Cute outdoor eating area, shaded and cool. Food was delicious, service was friendly and fast and prices were reasonable. I ordered eggs Florentine,..."
Vanina V
"I love this place and stop at least once on every trip to Maine for their wonderful breakfasts. Thier hash is fresh made, not the canned stuff, and..."
Rick Bowman
Cheryl's Sandwich Shoppe
Cheryl's Sandwich Shoppe
90/100 (184 ratings)
Quick Bites
Restaurants
Soups
American
American
Soups
Breakfast
Lunch
Chowder
Lobster Roll
Sandwiches
Salad
American
Soups
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Breakfast
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"I try to get a sandwich here every Monday. The food is incredible, and the portions leave you loosening up the belt. They had a turkey BLT with..."
Joshua Dubois
"Delicious! Delicious food, fair prices,, generous servings, and decadent desserts. Will definitely be..."
Courtney Welsh
"Cheryl and her staff are remarkable. The food is reasonable and most delicious. A true..."
Margaret Cossette
"We stopped for lunch and everything was delicious , had a nice little chat about Lake George NY with the Sandwich Artist which made my wait enjoyable..."
Dan
"Cheryl Is AMAZING At What She Does! If You Want A Homemade Yummy Lunch, And Desserts, It's Well Worth The Drive. We Live In Lebanon, And When We Want..."
April Sherwood
"Best soups in town. Don't miss the haddock chowder. It's full of haddock (enough for a meal) and the broth is wonderful. Her sandwiches are "huge"..."
Barbara Garrey
"The haddock chowder was really tasty and the price was good too, not inflated like so many other places. Only a quick stop, did not have a chance to..."
M H
"One of the best sandwiches I’ve ever had! They’re huge, delicious, homemade sub rolls were soft and substantial. I can’t wait to be in..."
Tina Hebb
"Best sub shop in town, friendly, quality ingredients and homemade soups, salads and treats! Cheryl and her staff are so thoughtful (and funny..."
Trice Mahoney
"My husband picked up 3 subs and I tried the roastbeef one and it was the best I've had in a long time , the bread was fresh, the veggies were crisp..."
Cynthia Powers
"The food is awesome ,always fresh and she is always so pleasant and I thank you for that. Oh yeah breakfast sandwiches are the best around just so..."
Richard Nielsen
"A great local 'owner is in the store' sandwich shop. Excellent sandwiches, homemade soups, delicious baked beans make this a good place to load up..."
Frank Hodson Jr.
"They looked busy, but the service was fast and friendly. The club sub was..."
Chad Sanders
"Cheryl's has fair prices & decent portions for her sandwiches. Seating is limited to a single picnic table aside of the building. She piles on the..."
Nervous Rex
The Tavern At The Kennebunk Inn
The Tavern At The Kennebunk Inn
89/100 (163 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Gluten Free Options
American
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Fish & chips
Surf And Turf
Shrimp
Lobster rice
Lobster
Fish
Meatloaf
Salad
Crab
Mussels
Salmon
Crab Cake
Chowder
Fish & Chips
Lobster Roll
Burger
Haddock
Sit down
American
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"If you are looking for a place that has charm, history and character (built in 1799) then this is the place to stay. Our room & bathroom was clean &..."
Katherine Nelson
"We have been dining here for over 10 years and never had a bad meal; from their specialty lobster dishes to any pasta or sandwich everything is..."
Tracy Lynn Albert Porell
"Friendly staff and lovely accommodations. BUT, the highlight is the food prepared by Brian and Shanna. I can’t say enough about the food! It’s..."
Karen Johnson Bullock
"I loved the place..very friendly, quaint surroundings felt history of the Inn and loved the food and friendly waiter the hostess and others. The..."
Betty Carroll
"I loved the atmosphere of time gone by, our room was large enough for a king size bed and our yellow Labrador Retriever. We had a great dinner Friday..."
Paul French
"Great food. Wonderful staff and Service. Always a treat to go to the..."
Monroe Chadbourne Vicki
"Great food, friendly staff, excellent accommodations and a very charming..."
Jim Reddy
"What great food!!! Truly an amazing experience between the divine dishes and cozy..."
Rebecca McKechnie
"Great place, great people and really grat food ... We'll be..."
Gerry Woulfin
"Our family's favorite! We have amazing meals and service every single..."
Lindsey Madore Labbe
"Been a few times, never disappointed. On the mark everytime. Look forward to our next dining experience at the Tavern..."
David Yarckin
"Note that the famed lobster pot pie is no longer on the menu following a change of management. Pity it is still so prominently featured in photos..."
Tony Lear
"Food was great. Betty Ann was an A+ server and seriously went above and beyond. (Ran out TWICE first when we forgot a jacket and again when we forgot..."
Kelley Hollis
"We ate dinner at Academe on a recent Friday nite during a weekend escape and it was fantastic. Great ambiance. The room was wonderful. The staff..."
Michael Hughes
"The refinished bar and dining room look amazing; bright and chic. The menu has been changed up a bit, now more mouthwatering decisions to make...."
Tracy Porell
"Brian and Shanna are amazing chefs. Everything they cook is like a hug in your mouth. They catered our wedding 16 years ago, and just the other day,..."
Modie Glenn
"Wonderful! We stayed at the Inn while visiting Maine and dined here mainly for convenience. What a wonderful surprise. The service was excellent,..."
Kim Handsaker
"We had a wonderful overnight stay at the Inn. Great food, great cocktails, great staff, great room and a very comfy bed! We'll definitely be..."
Karen Firmin
"My Go-To restaurant in downtown Kennebunk. We lived in Kennebunk for 15 years. When we moved away in 2014, Academe's food was one of the things I..."
Michelle Morgan
"Some of the best food I have ever had. The chefs have won numerous awards and the staff provides amazing service. Get the pot pie, "lo Maine" or the..."
Adam Homan
On The Marsh
On The Marsh
83/100 (685 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
American
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Brunch
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Mussels
Salmon
Shrimp
Beef
Chowder
Haddock
Filet Mignon
Lobster
Halibut
Ribs
Pasta
Salad
Gazpacho
Crab
BLT
Scallops
Creme Brulee
Duck
Oyster
Sandwiches
Risotto
"The mussels were fantastic and a large enough portion to easily be considered dinner size. The entrees we had, the tenderloin, haddock, and..."
Amy Morrissette McGarry
"An absolute exquisite dining experience. A must go to! A hidden gem off the beaten path. Friendly wait staff and every dish was deliciously prepared..."
Evamarie Zatir Fernandes
"Wonderful Valentine’s Day dinner last night at On the Marsh..delicious cocktails, great wine and fabulous food (Maine oysters, Caesar salad,..."
Nancye Davies Tuttle
"Beautiful, peaceful environment, great music, attentive, friendly staff and hands down best lobster stew I’ve ever..."
Diane Wakeley
"Probably the best date restaurant we’ve been to anywhere. Tucked away on the marsh in Kennebunkport, the location is perfect! The interior..."
Vinnie Paglioni
"We celebrated our 50th anniversary there last year with our extended family. The service and care we received was beyond what we expected. Last..."
Ann moore
"Fabulous restaurant. Nicely decorated and comfortable seating arrangement. The food was fantastic! Seafood Marseilles was unbelievable. Lobster,..."
Melanie Shorrock
"Had a nice Sunday night dinner last night. Service was top notch My wife had the 8 oz. Filet Mignon. Made a perfect medium, it's the best item on..."
doug horseman
"Food was excellent! Desserts were extraordinary! Wine selections were great! Service was very good...especially John, he was very accommodating..."
Minerva MG
"Lovely setting on well-landscaped grounds. Cozy table seating in a pleasant, casual atmosphere. Additional seating in small bar room. Everyone in..."
Dan
"The environment was excellent, the food exceptional however the evening was hampered with our exit when the server felt it necessary to walk by our..."
Paul Nazzaro
"Overall: the service and atmosphere were fantastic, we just had few resolvable bumps with the kitchen. If I had to rate On The Marsh for atmosphere..."
Jacquelyn D.
"Well prepared meal. Excellent cocktails and nicely balanced wine list. Wait staff top notch. Very enjoyable experience. Price in line with comparable..."
M
"The evenings dinner was exceptional.... however above and beyond that was our server Christina. She is a solid 15 on any 10. Have eaten here many..."
Roger Durand
"Awesome food. Great service! Absolutely..."
Jim Dolceamore Jr.
"Lovely ambiance and decor, enjoyed the pianist, delicious meal, wonderful place to have a special celebrations in our case Anniversary and..."
Julie Raines
"My wife and I had our 27th wedding anniversary here. It was phenomenal. The staff and the service were super and the food was fantastic. Cannot wait..."
John Schedcik
Ports Of Italy The Kennebunks Italian Restaurant
Ports Of Italy The Kennebunks Italian Restaurant
81/100 (1082 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Pizza
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Beef
Chowder
Lobster Roll
Lobster
Eggplant
Tiramisu
Pasta
Meatballs
Salad
Suckling Pig
Clams
Octopus
Duck
Bolognese
Oyster
Ice Cream
Calamari
Prosciutto
Risotto
Gelato
Mussels
Porchetta
Calamares
Shrimp
Salmon
"My wife and I first ate here as part of a progressive dinner 2 years ago and in our return to Kennebunk really wanted to try the restaurant again...."
Norm Ostasiewski
"Fantastic food, generous portions, central location, and great views from the back deck. Not much more you can ask for! Burrata and all pasta dishes..."
Chris Slesarchik
"Just had dinner randomly on a Thursday night and had the best meal deal ever! For $19...that's right $19, you get a glass of wine, an appetizer, an..."
Michael S
"Awesome food! Pretty good price. Definitely recommend, not even close to being like that place that was there..."
Nate Reigeluth
"Very nice. We got the fettucine meatball, avacodo salad, and lamb stew. All very solid, and very asthetically..."
Sam Zarakovich (sonic shadow gaming)
"Great place for Italian food in Kennebunkport! We certainly was not expecting much, simply wanted a night off from lobster, and wow - we where..."
Viktor Luthman
"I took the family of 4 here for Sunday dinner in order to check the place out for a potential spot to have a big family gathering (16 in all). We..."
Maine DIYer
"We had Sunday Brunch. All we could eat for $25. Excellent quality and the choice was amazing. Everything from bacon and sausage to oysters and hot..."
Janet Botwright
"Very good Italian food. Personal size wood oven pizzas were delicious. Had excellent salmon entree with perfectly cooked vegetables. Very helpful..."
John Lester (Pathfinder)
"My family and I went here for dinner after Kennebunk's Christmas tree lighting. We had a table right next to the from glass facade and had a great..."
Andrew Shortill
"Food is authentic and delicious. Service and wait staff, spectacular! Wonderful wine list, and the prices are fabulous for the quality and service...."
Apryl Irwin
"Had a late lunch here while visiting the area. Ordered shrimp scampi as a small meal. Very fresh and perfectly seasoned/prepared, served over..."
Robin Anne
"We visited not long after opened to have drinks and dinner with family. The seating outside was nice and the food was good. Now let's talk about..."
sam tarbox
"The Octopus and the Lasagna we're very good. Our waitress was excellent. The only reason we didn't give it 5 stars is because NOBODY greeted us. We..."
Kelli Campbell
"Nice atmosphere, very good food. The weekend brunch buffet is phenomenal and worth the $25 for those special occasions. Lasagne night is great...."
Wes Mills
"Loved the food and the service was impeccable. Our server, Jen, was just the sweetest woman and my husband and I had an incredible time! The pork and..."
Shannon Fischer
Sebago Brewing Company
Sebago Brewing Company
80/100 (2893 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Bar
Pub
Vegetarian Friendly
Bar
Contemporary
Pub
American
American
Contemporary
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Burger
Mac and cheese
Salmon
Chowder
Fish & Chips
Shrimp
Tapas
Tacos
Haddock
Lobster
Nachos
Pretzel
Falafel
Fish & chips
Pasta
Waffle Fries
Meatloaf
Fish
Salad
Wings
Sandwiches
Chili
Sit down
American
Contemporary
Bar
Pub
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Seating
Free Wifi
Takeout
Television
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Drinks
Dinner
Late Night
Lunch
Mid-range
"The place looked nice and was clean inside. The staff were VERY friendly and welcoming. My wife got a flight and loved the Runabout Red and the Scary..."
Robin McDougall
"This place is often easily forgotten about as it’s tucked into a strip mall and not downtown in the thick of it. That being said, it’s an..."
Bill Dorr
"Went here for lunch with the puppy. They seated us outside and gave the dog a water bowl. We had the halibut bites that were excellent. We also had..."
Steven Fruchtman
"Good service and good food. I've been here a few times and it's certainly a little different every time. We went on Monday so they had trivia..."
Mary Berger
"Decided to go here due to the awesome food choices and the homemade beer, and it was no disappointment. Got two apps, beers, and sandwiches, all were..."
Jessica Ercoli
"They did a dank mother's day brunch this year, lobster benny, and mimosa flights. I don't drink beer but the food is solid and take-out is always..."
Rachael
"A very nice evening. No wait to be seated on a Saturday night, yet a fairly full restaurant. Prompt and attentive service. All four sandwiches..."
Fred Weber
"Pretty awesome place with a pleasant atmosphere, and great service. The food was really tasty, so don't let my 4 stars towards that sway you away..."
Zackaryah
"For IPA lovers, Hop Swap and Simmer down are goodddd!!! I loved the Dirty Wings!!! The staff was very..."
Alisha
"It's a brew pub. You expect pub food. Everything I saw looked GREAT! I opted for the Bacon, Mac, and Cheese with Brisket. It was fabulous! Pure..."
James Smith