Ocean

Name: Ocean
Address: 208 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport, ME, United States, 04046
Telephone: (207) 967-4015
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.7

4.7

1931 Reviews

$50 and over

Contemporary American

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Ocean is delighted to offer a three course prix fixe menu: $105, four course menu $115. Add Chef’s wine pairing for an additional $60 for three course, $68 for four course per person. Ocean does not offer an a-la-carte menu at this time.

Memorable evenings at Ocean begin with cocktails while lounging on the inn’s veranda or at the bar. Continue your culinary journey in the dining room, where every table has breathtaking views of the Atlantic ocean. Ocean’s three-course menu changes with the seasons, showcasing not only Maine-caught seafood, but the best of what is grown, raised and produced locally. Expect the familiar flavors of southern France and the Mediterranean with intriguing new twists.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Oct 4, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Contemporary French / American, Mediterranean
Hours of operation
Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(207) 967-4015
Website
http://www.capearundelinn.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Private party facilities
For private event and group inquiries, please contact our sales team at sales@krcmaine.com

Location
208 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport, ME 04046
Neighborhood
Kennebunkport
Cross street
Ocean Avenue and Summit Avenue
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wine

Popular dishes

Burrata Cheese
Tomato Broth, Roasted Plum, Pistachios, Arugula
Poached Spinney Creek Oysters
Shrimp, Roasted Vegetable Gazpacho, Corn, Garlic Aioli
Sea Trout Tartare
Watermelon, Golden Kiwi, Finger Lime, Cucumber Aguachile
Composition of Corn, Lobster, and Peaches
Poached Maine Lobster Tail, Tomatoes, Miso, Yuzu Lobster Emulsion
Arugula and Herbed Goat Cheese Salad
EverCrisp Apple, Sunflower Seeds, Champagne Honey Vinaigrette
Maine Bluefin Tuna Crudo
Lomo de Bellota, Almonds, Corn Sorbet, Cured Grape Leaves
Seared Hudson Valley Foie Gras
Blue Oyster Mushroom Bisque, Candied Almonds, Juniper || twenty-five dollar supplement
Kaluga Malossol Caviar
Fruit de Mer Chawanmushi, Maine Lobster, Razor Clams, Creme Fraiche || thirty-dollar supplement

Second Course

Braised Short Rib Cannelloni
Chive Scented Pasta, Pecorino, Beurre Noisette
Maine Sea Scallop and Truffle Croustillant
Australian Black Winter Truffle, Apple, Celeriac, Shirodashi, Toasted Nori, Sesame || ten-dollar supplement

Main Course

Roasted Rhode Island Swordfish Loin
Red Pepper Confit, Fennel Scented Amaranth, Essence of Provence
Grilled Prime Angus Beef New York Strip
Pomme Purée, Cippolini Onions, Oven Roasted Cherry Tomatoes, Beef Jus || twenty-dollar supplement
Rack of Lamb
Olive & Pecan Dusted Braised Carrot, Eggplant Puree, Maitake Mushrooms, Polenta
Pan Seared Casco Bay Cod
Salsify, Fennel, Turnip, Lobster, Saucce Bouillabaisse
Baby Carrot Risotto
Carrot Essence, Roasted Cherry Tomatoes, Blood Orange, Paremesan

Dessert

Poached Apricot Tarte Brulee
Red Sunset Apricot Sorbet, Pandan Creme
Praline Milk Chocolate Ganache Torte
Vietnamese Coffee Crémeux, Caramel Ice Cream
Selection of European Cheese
with Assorted Accompaniments

What 1,931 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 recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Maine
Best Ambiance
Maine
Great for fine wines
Maine
Romantic
Maine
Great for scenic views
Maine
Good for special occasions
Maine
Contemporary American
Southern Coast
Best Overall
Southern Coast
Best Food
Southern Coast
Best Service
Southern Coast
Best Ambiance
Southern Coast
Best Value
Southern Coast
Innovative
Southern Coast
Great for fine wines
Southern Coast
Romantic
Southern Coast
Great for scenic views
Southern Coast
Good for special occasions

1,931 Reviews

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PamelaJean
New York Area
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was our third dining experience at Ocean. Each experience has been amazing from the greeting to the complimentary Prosecco for our anniversary! The staff are incredible and the food and atmosphere fabulous. We watched the moon rise over the ocean from our perfect corner table. Would highly recommend Ocean for any special occasion! It will not disappoint!
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JoannaW
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food, service and ambiance we celebrated a birthday and it was special in every way. Anela, our server was exceptional!
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WilliamD
Orlando
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Ocean provided a tranquil respite at the end of a long travel day. The setting, the view, the ambience and the service were all stellar. An exceptional meal provided the perfect complement to the dining experience.
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garyp
Greater Boston
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding!!
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LanceM
Tampa
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Exceeded expectations in every way! Excellent food, service and wine!
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CBBDining
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our favorite restaurant. Calm atmosphere, we could hear each other, not hear others. Food just outstanding and varied. Service couldn’t be better. The view the best in the area.
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WaldoFoodie1
Kansas City
44 reviews
vip
5.0
44 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We consider ourselves foodies and it’s extremely hard to impress us these days. This was an exception. From top to bottom. The atmosphere, service, 3-4 course meal choices and drinks were nothing short of perfection. Can’t recommend any higher. If you’re in the area, this is a MUST!!
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AuntieE
Las Vegas
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on September 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely dining room, comfortable seating and beautiful views. Excellent service. The menu is short but interesting and the food top quality. As a vegetarian I appreciated that the veggie entree option was thoughtful, unexpected and delicious. Carrot risotto; gorgeous and tasty. My husband had swordfish which he said was the best he has ever had. I would prefer one lighter choice for dessert, perhaps a sorbet & wafer or fruit. There were three; cheeses, tapioca pudding and a rich chocolate ganache with caramel ice cream. All good, but too rich. Overall an excellent restaurant. Server was especially good, friendly, knowledgeable and efficient.
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AndyM
Greater Boston
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on September 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Ocean is a great spot for a special occasion . Amazing view and very good food. The menu is solid with a good variety of choices on the four course menu.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Swordfish very well prepared. Ambience lovely. Cheese plate great value if you like cheese.
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StephenM
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Ocean, at the Cape Arundel Inn never disappoints. If you are looking for a really great dining experience, look no further
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JamieJ
Denver
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great experience Super view excellent food. Highly recommend!
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foodie
Raleigh
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on September 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
"Memorable" is the word that best describes Ocean! So glad we braved wind and rain to enjoy a spectacular meal in this elegant place.
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FranceH
Phoenix
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on September 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
What a nice dinner in a beautiful setting. The chef is very creative without doing too much. The trout tartare with melon was absolutely "to die for" ! The risotto à l'orange was stunning ! Light and just a bit of sweetness from the orange. I never had a risotto that light and tasteful. Thank you for a great dinner with a superb service. This restaurant just outside the crowded area of Kennebunkport is a must. Bravo to the chef. We will come back.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were celebrating our wedding anniversary and everything was perfect ! The setting and view are beautiful ! We will definitely return !
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Robert
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful location, great service, a great food experience.
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ThomasT
Greater Boston
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Just a great dining experience Great food and the views are amazing
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dla911
Greater Boston
180 reviews
vip
5.0
180 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Superb dinner--tuna crudo, lobster & Cod, praline Choc tart for desert...excellent wine parings
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Fussy
Tampa
88 reviews
vip
5.0
88 reviews
Dined on September 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is a quite pricey place so my expectations were high, and I was not disappointed. The seating takes advantage of the oceanfront location. The colors and the lighting are subdued and restful. The server could answer most of our questions about the menu immediately and went and got the answer when she couldn’t. We didn’t feel rushed. The food really is divine. I had the swordfish, and my husband had the rack of lamb. All perfectly prepared with well curated sides. The chef stopped by which is always a nice touch. I had the cheese plate for dessert which was generous enough for two, if I’d been willing to share it.
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SharonW
St. Louis
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We tried a lot of unfamiliar dishes and enjoyed every one of them. Plus, the New York strip was awesome, perfectly medium rare. Our server patiently answered every question and was very friendly. And, of course, the view was fabulous! What a wonderful experience!
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
vip
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 12, 2023
overall2food4service3ambience3
Ideally the menu would be a la Carte otherwise it was pleasant
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CatherineL
Denver
1 review
vip
3.0
1 review
Dined on September 11, 2023
overall3food4service4ambience5
This restaurant is shockingly expensive (and I never say that). The food is good but not worth the cost. The view is gorgeous, though. Expect to pay upwards of $400.
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FishonBoston
Greater Boston
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
It was our 41st anniversary which we noted on our reservation. When we arrived we were greeted with a Happy Anniversary by the staff who met us and given flutes of champagne to start us off right. A very nice touch. There are fixed 3 and 4 course meals with a variety of options. All were savory. We had poached oysters / lobster with corn as apps, rack of lamb and cod loin for a main and we both had the chocolate tort with caramel ice cream. Everything was delicious. Seasoned perfectly with very interesting combinations of ingredients that play off each other very well. Service was excellent, attentive but not intrusive. The location itself is fabulous. Try to have dinner around sunset.
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MaryC
Montreal
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience3
The restaurant should offer local oyster and see food plateau.
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Pfinley
Denver
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Magnificent food, service and ambience. The enthusiastic staff and carefully crafted food was a great experience. thank you
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Foodlover
Atlanta Metro
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was phenomenal- best scallops and best swordfish we have ever had!
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DorothyD
Greater Boston
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
Gourmet dining on the Ocean Marred only by folks talking on cellphones in dining room
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BeverlyM
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Incredible gastronomic feast with exceptional service and spectacular views. Thank you for an amazing evening.
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JoanneL
Naples
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on September 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent. Definitely one of the very best. Highly recommend.
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BradV
Hawaii
9 reviews
vip
3.0
9 reviews
Dined on September 6, 2023
overall3food3service5ambience5
Overall gave a 3 for thr food. It was good but not absolutely fantastic. For the price, we were expecting more food as the portions were very small (ex. 1 short rib ravioli). And for the price, we were expecting fantastic flavors.
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RicK
Central Coast
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on September 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our dinner was fantastic. We had the 4 course chef’s menu. We had burrata , rack of lamb,cerviche tuna, lobster emulsion, cod loin, all finished with the chocolate ganache. All of which were delicious. We will be back
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RickE
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Ocean is an excellent restaurant with a very scenic icean view. The chef is excellent and the serving sizes appropriate not embarrassingly huge that patrons must carry home large portions. This is a solid special occasion restaurant. I recommend to dress appropriately.
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WandaE
New York Area
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Although, I experienced dining at Ocean many years ago, I was happy to see the changes that were made. The menu and choices were spectacular. I will definitely be back to experience your fine dining! By the way, the staff was amazing. 👍
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BillW
Denver
54 reviews
vip
5.0
54 reviews
Dined on September 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had one of the best dining experiences ever at Ocean. The food was excellent as were the servers.
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MCaseyH
Greater Boston
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful experience! Staff were all super friendly, accommodating and thoughtful in recognizing the birthdays we were celebrating. The food was outstanding and the view can't be beat. A great evening!
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JoanneG
Dallas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was creative and perfectly executed. Delicious! The service was excellent! The view was beautiful.
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KHPH
Greater Boston
46 reviews
vip
5.0
46 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This meal was the best we’ve had in a long time. The chef is clearly very talented. Food was simultaneously inventive, delicious, and comforting. Service was outstanding as well…servers are clearly well trained and can answer any and all menu questions with ease. The view? Remarkable. The hostess? Welcoming and friendly. Highly recommend.
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SJA5
Washington DC
32 reviews
vip
5.0
32 reviews
Dined on August 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perfect venue overlooking the water and Walker Point.
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RandR
Greater Boston
20 reviews
vip
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on August 30, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Ocean is a fantastic restaurant with great views and wonderful service. Make a reservation and you won’t be disappointed.
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DarcyM
Portland
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a fabulous dinner for my birthday. Ocean is such a special place-the food was truly excellent, our server Amanda was knowledgeable, friendly and attentive, and our table was outstanding. Thank you for a wonderful birthday celebration!
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Ocean is rated 4.7 stars by 1931 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Oct 4, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

208 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport, ME 04046

Additional information

Cross street
Ocean Avenue and Summit Avenue
Neighborhood
Kennebunkport
Hours of operation
Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Contemporary French / American, Mediterranean
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wine

Website
http://www.capearundelinn.com/
Phone number
(207) 967-4015
Private party facilities
For private event and group inquiries, please contact our sales team at sales@krcmaine.com

Ocean

Make a reservation

Additional information

Burrata Cheese

Poached Spinney Creek Oysters

Halibut Fritters

First Course

Burrata Cheese

Poached Spinney Creek Oysters

Sea Trout Tartare

Composition of Corn, Lobster, and Peaches

Arugula and Herbed Goat Cheese Salad

Maine Bluefin Tuna Crudo

Seared Hudson Valley Foie Gras

Kaluga Malossol Caviar

Second Course

Braised Short Rib Cannelloni

Maine Sea Scallop and Truffle Croustillant

Main Course

Roasted Rhode Island Swordfish Loin

Grilled Prime Angus Beef New York Strip

Rack of Lamb

Pan Seared Casco Bay Cod

Baby Carrot Risotto

Dessert

Poached Apricot Tarte Brulee

Praline Milk Chocolate Ganache Torte

Selection of European Cheese

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Cleaning & sanitizing

Screening

FAQs

How is Ocean restaurant rated?

Is Ocean currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Additional information