Via Sophia by the Sea Kennebunk ME

Name: Via Sophia by the Sea Kennebunk ME
Address: 27 Western Ave, Kennebunk, ME, United States, 04043
Telephone: (207) 967-6530
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.5

4.5

832 Reviews

$50 and over

Italian

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2 people

11 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 7 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Neighbourhood gem

Discover culinary perfection at Via Sophia by the Sea, Kennebunk's premier dining destination. Immerse yourself in a culinary journey where each dish is meticulously crafted in-house with the freshest ingredients by the talented Joe Schafer. Nestled by the sea, Via Sophia offers a year-round dining experience with a diverse menu of classic favorites and innovative creations. Treat yourself to our signature dishes, including Arancini, Baked Burrata, Grilled Calamari, Lobster Agnolotti, and Fettuccine Bolognese. Join us for an unforgettable dining experience in the heart of Kennebunk, Maine.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon, Fri–Sun 17:00–21:00
Phone number
(207) 967-6530
Website
https://www.viarestaurants.com/location/kennebunk-me/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
For private event and group inquiries, please contact our sales team at sales@krcmaine.com

Location
27 Western Ave, Kennebunk, ME 04043
Area
Kennebunkport
Cross Street
Western Ave (Route 9) and Port Road (Route 35)
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

CaesarUS$16.00
focaccia croutons, 24 month aged parmesan
Fried CalamariUS$20.00
spicy tomato sauce, pepperoncini
Beef CarpaccioUS$16.00
arugula, roasted garlic aioli, parmesan
BruschettaUS$18.00
burratta, tomato, basil pesto, balsamic, grilled sourdough
Lamb MeatballsUS$16.00
oregano, pecorino, marinara
Fried Brussel SproutsUS$16.00
lemon, parmesan, bacon, breadcrumbs

Pasta

Lobster RavioliUS$42.00
scallops, lobster, vodka sauce
RigatoniUS$34.00
Italian sausage, san marzano, parmesan
CavatelliUS$29.00
Tuscan kale, delicate squash, house made ricotta, basil
BologneseUS$35.00
fettuccine, beef, veal, pork, parmesan
SpaghettiUS$36.00
littleneck clams, garlic, white wine, parsley
GnocchiUS$34.00
smoked chicken, mushroom and marsala ragout

Entree

Grilled Heritage Pork ChopUS$38.00
fontina polenta, fried sage, prosciutto
New York StripUS$38.00
mashed potato, grilled broccolini
Duck BreastUS$37.00
mushroom arancini, Italian plums, artichoke puree
Half ChickenUS$36.00
roasted potatoes, baby carrots, honey balsamic glaze
Swordfish PicattaUS$36.00
capers, lemon, grilled artichoke
Cutler Cove SalmonUS$34.00
prosciutto wrapped, lemon risotto, spinach, dijon cream
RisottoUS$32.00
butternut squash, 24 month aged parmesan, pumpkin seeds

What 832 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Southern Coast
Innovative
Southern Coast
Good for groups
Southern Coast
Hot spot
Southern Coast
Neighbourhood gem
Southern Coast
Great for fine wines
Southern Coast
Lively
Southern Coast
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Via Sophia by the Sea in Kennebunk, ME, offers a "wonderful dining experience" with "delicious food" and "excellent service." Guests rave about creative dishes, standout swordfish, and a cozy atmosphere with a fireplace. While there have been mixed reviews on service speed and consistency, many patrons highly recommend this charming venue.

832 Reviews

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Paula
Greater Boston
55 reviews
5.0
55 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very nice experience. Food was great as was our service. Drinks were also good but pricey.
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Edward
Orange County
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service, drinks and food, very enjoyable and highly recommend this restaurant.
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Christina
New York City
13 reviews
vip
4.0
13 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Emily our server was great. I was happy to see that shrimp scampi was back on the menu, I ask for side of capers to go with. My husband was disappointed that chicken parm was gone from the menu but ordered the pork chop per Emily's recommendation and it was delish. Could have used more of the gravy/au jus though and more brussel sprouts! Caesar salad was good. Bread not so much though, it used to be so good but this time it was cold & tasteless, store bought possibly ..room temp butter would be wonderful instead of hard as a rock! We'll go back ... Pretty decorations for the holidays👍
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Joseph
New York City
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was fantastic and quick, food was delicious!!
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Kim
Minneapolis
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our mini family reunion gathering had a lovely time. The deceivingly simple dish of rigatoni had complex and delicious flavors. The pear Bellini was yummy and our server, Emily, treated us well!
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Jane
Greater Boston
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a fabulous dining experience at Via Sophia by the Sea during Christmas Prelude after attending the Franciscan Christmas Carol event. The dining room had sophisticated and elegant holiday ambiance.. The host and the waitress were personable and professional. The food was absolutely delicious! Shrimp scampi, swordfish, tiramisu and wine.
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John
Greater Boston
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Very average brunch experience. Nothing special, though the ambiance is pleasant enough.
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Amy
Greater Boston
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
They offered an outstanding brunch. The service was too notch and the food and drinks were delicious. I would just say to not have as much pesto on the caprese salad. It doesn’t need it but that’s a personal preference. We would definitely return. I wish we knew about the gondola and that they had more.
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Carolyn
Greater Boston
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Brunch menu too limited Greasy bacon no toast choice uneven service
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Sara
Maine
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
The food and decor for Prelude were amazing! But service was slow and we had to remind staff about missed drinks and food items several times. Portions were also small for the price. Overall, I’d still go back!
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Via Sophia by the Sea Kennebunk ME is rated 4.5 stars by 832 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

11 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 7 times today

Google Map for Via Sophia by the Sea Kennebunk ME

27 Western Ave, Kennebunk, ME 04043

Additional information

Cross Street
Western Ave (Route 9) and Port Road (Route 35)
Area
Kennebunkport
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon, Fri–Sun 17:00–21:00
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.viarestaurants.com/location/kennebunk-me/
Phone number
(207) 967-6530
Private party facilities
For private event and group inquiries, please contact our sales team at sales@krcmaine.com

Via Sophia by the Sea Kennebunk ME

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Popular dishes

Chocolate Hazelnut Torte

Lobster Ravioli

Swordfish Picatta

Menu

First

CaesarUS$16.00

Fried CalamariUS$20.00

Beef CarpaccioUS$16.00

BruschettaUS$18.00

Lamb MeatballsUS$16.00

Fried Brussel SproutsUS$16.00

Pasta

Lobster RavioliUS$42.00

RigatoniUS$34.00

CavatelliUS$29.00

BologneseUS$35.00

SpaghettiUS$36.00

GnocchiUS$34.00

Entree

Grilled Heritage Pork ChopUS$38.00

New York StripUS$38.00

Duck BreastUS$37.00

Half ChickenUS$36.00

Swordfish PicattaUS$36.00

Cutler Cove SalmonUS$34.00

RisottoUS$32.00

What 832 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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