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Outdoor dining | The Boathouse, Kennebunkport, ME - The Boathouse Restaurant, Kennebunkport, ME

The Boathouse Restaurant

4.7
4.7
323 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood
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The Boathouse Restaurant

4.7
$31 to $50
Seafood
Kennebunkport

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for scenic views
  • Romantic
BOATHOUSE RESTAURANT IS WALK-IN ONLY. Valet parking is available year-round.

Experience the charm of the Boathouse, a stylish hotel, and restaurant perched on the scenic banks of the Kennebunk River. Located in the heart of Kennebunkport, the Boathouse offers stunning waterfront views and embodies a chic seaside ambiance with bright, cheerful decor and nautical touches. Enjoy the culinary creations of local star Chef John Shaw in this vibrant and inviting space adorned with splashes of red and golden yellow.

Surrounded by bustling marinas, the Boathouse is Kennebunkport's ultimate year-round hotspot. Join us for Happy Hour from Monday to Friday, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm, and indulge in an unforgettable dining experience where style meets the sea. Visit the Boathouse for a perfect blend of coastal charm and exquisite cuisine.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Burgers
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Wed–Sun 12:00–20:00 Happy Hour Mon, Wed–Fri 15:00–17:00 Sun 12:00–20:00
  • Phone number
    (207) 967-8225
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    John Shaw
  • Area
    Kennebunkport
  • Cross Street
    Ocean Ave Kennebunkport
  • Parking details
    Valet available ($5.00 per car, Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day).
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Lighthouse Village at the Boathouse

    20 Dec 2024 - 10 Mar 2025
    Step inside our festive and quintessential Coastal Lighthouse Village for an extraordinary dining experience with seaside bites, cozy cocktails, and nautical decor inspired by the beautiful coast of Maine! The custom-built Lighthouse can accommodate either up to 4, 6, or 8 guests depending on the structure. While your Lighthouse Village will be heated, we recommend dressing warmly or bringing a blanket in case of cold weather conditions. There is a two-hour dining limit for your reservation. No Food & Beverage Minimum. Cancellations or no-shows without 24 hours' notice will incur a $25 charge per person. No Food & Beverage Minimum.
    Lighthouse Village at the Boathouse photo

What 323 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on all time ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

323 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    19 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on 12 May 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was very good, location is great, and servers were all very nice. Main issue though was the server forgot one of the items we ordered, and did not check on us often so we had to wait almost 20 minutes extra for it to come out. Saw the same dish served to a different table during that time

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 12 May 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We went for Mother's Day lunch. Tried ro get a drink while we waited but the bartender never acknowledged me, so waited in the sitting area Sat on the covered porch by the water -- nice view, but it smelled of fish sauce the whole time, not sure why! My fish sandwich hardly had any fish, felt like I was eating fried & bread. A highlight was the buffalo fried shrimp and oysters -- next time I'll just get apps!

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  3. SandraR

    Greater Boston

    48 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    48 reviews

    Dined on 12 May 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was impeccable! There were six of us for Mother’s Day. Four of us really enjoyed our meal. The other two were not happy with a noodle dish and the tacos. My friend that had the tacos indicated that they were just tacos. No rice or potatoes. I can’t comment on the noodle dish as I don’t have more information except my friend did not really enjoy it. the desserts were great! I will definitely go back!

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on 12 May 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great! From food to service to atmosphere! Thank you for a memorable Mothers Day!

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  5. dlb1

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 31 March 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Probably my fault but I thought there would be more "special" Easter brunch offerings. I knew the regular menu would be available, but again I thought there might be a bit more because it was Easter.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 March 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had adorable experience, eating in one of the shanties overlooking the harbor. Definitely a unique experience that we will always remember!

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  7. kbkjc

    Maine

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 5 March 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall great night. Dined outdoors in the dining huts. Awesome! Great service, great food!

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  8. StacyD

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 February 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was perfect! Food was delicious, just thought there would be more choices. The waiter was super nice and everything was great!

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  9. Caitlen

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 February 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All restaurants should have structures like these lighthouses! Our lighthouse was warm (even on a windy winter day), roomy and allowed for a lovely date without interruption. Our waiter, Brad, was incredible and the food was impressive!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 23 February 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We ate in the speciality lighthouse outside! The meal was delicious and service was great! Xavier was our waiter and he was fantastic! We had so much fun with the unique experience in the lighthouse.

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FAQs

The Boathouse Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (207) 967-8225.

The Boathouse Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 323 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

A photo of The Boathouse Restaurant restaurant

The Boathouse Restaurant

4.7
$31 to $50
Seafood
Kennebunkport

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Boathouse Restaurant

21 Ocean Ave, Kennebunkport, ME 04046-6003

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Ocean Ave Kennebunkport
  • Area
    Kennebunkport
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Wed–Sun 12:00–20:00 Happy Hour Mon, Wed–Fri 15:00–17:00 Sun 12:00–20:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Burgers
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet available ($5.00 per car, Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day).
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    John Shaw
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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