Diners' Choice: Neighborhood gem restaurants in Southern Coast

OpenTable

Updated May 05, 2025

Looking for the best restaurants that are the best neighborhood gems in Southern Coast? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Rosella

5.0

5 (294)

$31 to $50

Asian

Kennebunkport

About the restaurant

Rosella, part of the Kennebunkport Resort Collection, has expanded from New York City to Kennebunk, Maine! As NYC's only sushi restaurant committed to sustainable ingredients, Rosella now brings its eco-friendly sushi to the beautiful Maine Coast. Enjoy the best sushi in southern Maine, crafted by Executive Chef Matt Kramer.

Nestled in the Grand Hotel in Lower Village Kennebunk, Rosella offers a unique and intimate dining experience with warm hospitality. Our mission is to serve authentic sushi while inspiring our community to embrace sustainability through our delicious creations.

Join us for a memorable meal and explore our monthly events on our website. Don’t miss out on this special culinary journey!

Top review

SheilaVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Love this place! Every dish was excellent and staff are friendly and informative.

The Tea House at the Lady Mary Inn

5.0

5 (16)

$31 to $50

Afternoon Tea

Ogunquit

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.

There are three menu offerings:
Full Tea - $45
Light Fare - $36
Sweets Only - $22

Top review

Ellen

Dined on May 9, 2025

We had such a lovely time at our tea date! Ryan and Steve are incredible hosts, and we enjoyed the delicious sandwiches, scones, and desserts. The inn itself is beautiful and we love all the details that have been restored the past few years! Great experience. We’ve been 3x to tea and will be back!

The Burleigh

4.9

4.9 (865)

$31 to $50

American

Kennebunkport

About the restaurant

Experience culinary excellence at The Burleigh, a delightful tavern-style restaurant located at the Kennebunkport Inn, named in honor of its original owner. Revel in the inviting ambiance, featuring warm red walls and polished wood that create a cozy dining atmosphere. Treat your taste buds to a diverse menu that includes locally sourced seafood, hearty burgers, and innovative cocktails. Enjoy elevated pub fare with delicious gluten-free and vegan options expertly prepared by Chef John Shaw. For an unforgettable dining experience in the heart of Kennebunkport, visit The Burleigh.

Discover The Burleigh Botanical Bar: Step into The Burleigh Botanical Bar and immerse yourself in a whimsical oasis adorned with organic florals, herbs, and candlelit charm. Relish herbaceous spring cocktails and delightful bites in this enchanting botanical haven, open until September 1st.

Open Wednesday-Sunday 4-8 PM. OpenTable Reservations are for the dining room only.

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Jennifer

Dined 5 days ago

Great atmosphere in a low-key, stylish dining room. Intimate and not pretentious. Great service, portions and tempo. Would highly recommend for upscale pub experience.

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Murder Mystery Dinner

Chez Rosa

4.9

4.9 (490)

$31 to $50

French

Kennebunkport

About the restaurant

Chef Kyle Robinson inspired by our local seafood, farms, and pastures creates a unique take on French comfort food classics. Located in a romantic New England Barn, right in the center of town. Tucked in a corner of bustling Kennebunkport Dock Square, let yourself be transported to the laid back French countryside.
Our menu is ever changing with what the season have to offer.
Always offering some French staples such as cheese fondue, onion soup and steak frites. French Chic bar offering seasonal craft cocktails.

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Kim

Dined 4 days ago

We sat next to the bar, kitchen, and waiter's station, and it was bustling. However, the restaurant wasn't overly busy, so it felt lively versus loud. The steak frites and pork schnitzel were delicious. The best fries ever! Our waiter, Bobby, was attentive but not overbearing. I highly recommend this restaurant.

The Lost Fire

4.9

4.9 (1004)

$50 and over

Argentinean

Kennebunkport

About the restaurant

The Lost Fire Grill and Bar is a true Patagonian wood fired steakhouse. We feature the finest cuts of meat, cooked on our custom wood grills by Chef German Lucarelli.

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RichardVIP

Dined 4 days ago

A simply outstanding dining experience. Everything was spot on: delicious beet salad starter, perfectly cooked striploin (shared!), yummy garlic mash and cream spinach with a touch of cheese subbing for the cream. Terrific gelato and an organic Argentinian Malbec. As good as any NY steak house -- and maybe even better!

Ultramar

4.8

4.8 (482)

$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.

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shonaVIP

Dined 5 days ago

We love sitting at the bar at Ultramar. Great bar staff and beautiful views of the water. The seafood grill for 2 is our absolute favorite. Highly recommend.

The Boathouse Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (352)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Kennebunkport

About the restaurant

BOATHOUSE RESTAURANT IS WALK-IN ONLY, however we are accepting reservations for Easter and Mother's Day brunch. 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.

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined on Mar 10, 2025

Outstanding service & food in the most magical environment!

Jonathan's - Ogunquit

4.7

4.7 (3469)

$31 to $50

Continental

Ogunquit

About the restaurant

With over 48 years in business serving the local and traveling public fresh, local cuisine in a casual yet elegant atmosphere.

If you are searching for the perfect place to indulge in an elegant yet comfortably casual dining experience look no further. Jonathan's Restaurant impresses in every way making it the perfect destination for any special occasion.

Jonathan's Restaurant is Ogunquit's premiere destination for local cuisine and impeccable service. Accented by soft lighting and elegant décor, Jonathan's Restaurant aims to please and succeeds in doing so. The professional staff caters to its guests'; every need making sure not to cut corners and only offering the finest, highest quality ingredients.

The menu is vast and eclectic showcasing an impressive selection of upscale New England specialties.

Top review

John

Dined 2 days ago

Wonderful service and great food in a beautiful surrounding.

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4.7

4.7 (2212)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Kennebunkport

About the restaurant

Discover Ocean's exquisite dining experience with our prix fixe menus, offering three courses for $105 or four courses for $125. Enhance your culinary journey with our wine pairing, priced at $68 for four courses and $60 for three. Start your evening with drinks on the terrace or at the bar, enjoying breathtaking Atlantic Ocean views from every dining table. Our seasonal menu showcases the finest Maine seafood and locally sourced ingredients, ensuring a memorable dining experience. Join us at Ocean for an unforgettable meal that highlights the best of coastal Maine cuisine.

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RobVIP

Dined 1 day ago

A really remarkable meal, with excellent attentive service and of course stunning views.

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Hurricane Restaurant - Kennebunkport

4.6

4.6 (1660)

$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

bob

Dined 2 days ago

Service was great. Staff very friendly. Food was fantastic.

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