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White Barn Inn, Kennebunk, ME

White Barn Inn

4.8
4.8
2078 Reviews
$50 and over
American
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Our contemporary New England cuisine has been rooted in the local and seasonal long before they were the mots du jour on menus across the country. At our AAA Five Diamond, Forbes Five Star restaurant, we showcase incredible ingredients sourced through specially cultivated relationships with the farmers, fishermen and foragers of coastal Maine and just beyond for beautifully-presented, always inspired dishes that encapsulate the very essence of our spectacular setting.

We have a smart casual dress code; jackets are preferred, but not required. Shorts, sportswear, and flip-flops are forbidden in the dining room.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today
Experiences are available.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Cuisines
    American, European
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sun 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (207) 967-2321
  • Website
    https://aubergeresorts.com/whitebarninn/dine/white-barn-inn-restaurant/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Jacket Preferred
  • Executive chef
    Mathew Woolf
  • Private party facilities
    Private parties are offered in the White Barn Inn Wine Cellar and The Little Barn. The Wine Cellar seats up to 14 guests, and The Little Barn seats up to 40. Offered year round.
  • Private party contact
    Hugo Aguirre: (207) 361-8458
  • Location
    37 Beach Ave, Kennebunk, ME 04043
  • Neighborhood
    Kennebunkport
  • Cross street
    Route 9
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Valet service as well as self parking available in our private lot.
  • Entertainment
    Talented Jazz Pianist plays every evening.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Farm to Cocktail Class a the Barn Bar

    $100.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Learn the recipes, skills and secrets to making drinks with flair. Our Head Bartender will guide you on the essential items for a well-equipped bar, from their favorite tools of the trade and how to use them like a pro, to the staple ingredients that should be on hand for any occasion. Master the art of balancing flavors and discover the history behind some of the world’s favorite cocktails as you learn to create our favorites on the coast.

  • Past Chef Duet Dinners Finale

    $295.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Nov 3 - Nov 4, 2023
    A beloved local landmark for over 150 years, White Barn Inn is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its Forbes 5 Star and AAA 5 Diamond fine dining destination, White Barn Inn Restaurant, in 2023. Embark on a culinary journey led by two chefs who previously helmed the Inn’s signature restaurant, Chef Matthew Padilla, and Chef Jonathan Cartwright, alongside the hotel’s current Executive Chef, Mathew Woolf. Partake in a one-of-a-kind experience that allow guests and locals to join in on this monumental celebration as the Inn and Restaurant continue its legacy of pioneering authentic luxury hospitality experiences.

  • Wine & Cheese

    $75.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Join us in the convivial atmosphere of the wine cellar or piano bar for an informal and informative class on wine and cheese pairing. You’ll sample the many artisan-crafted cheeses from the region—from deliciously creamy gouda to tangy chèvre—explore the history behind each cheese, and learn tips from our Sommelier on the best wines to pair with each.

What 2,078 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Maine

    Best Overall

  • Maine

    Best Service

  • Maine

    Best Ambiance

  • Maine

    Great for fine wines

  • Maine

    Romantic

  • Maine

    Good for special occasions

  • Maine

    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

    Good for special occasions

  • Southern Coast

    Most Booked

2,078 Reviews

  1. Kathleen

    Chicago

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Chef Matthew beyond talented and hospitable. We had the most beautiful 40th anniversary dinner here! Loved every bite of the chef surprise 8 course menu. Do not miss your opportunity to eat at white Barn Inn!! The most gorgeous setting. So special 🩷

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  2. yvonner

    Greater Boston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Special place for a special occasion!! Pricey but worth it.

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  3. MichaelF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Took friends. Exceptional experience. A great way to celebrate our 50th anniversary.

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  4. taude

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything lived up to expectations and hype. A very enjoyable evening. Food was amazing, went with the non-chef's tasing menu; good cocktails before dinner with the piano in the bar; great wine. Did not leave hungry.

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  5. Awarenawake

    San Francisco

    32 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    There's a reason this place is celebrating its 50th Anniversary in fine dining! We hosted a dinner for ten in the wine cellar. A prix fixe menu with a splendid range of options. Chris, our "captain of service" for the night, is a 30 year Barn veteran. His service was impeccable. He also spearheaded the wine selections. I'm a bit of a snob here - but a snob without deep pockets. Chris nailed it. Notable favorites from around our table included: Tomato Tartare (much more special than it sounds), Chilled Leek & Potato Soup, Butter-Poached Lobster (best in town - and that's saying something), Seared Scallops, and from a long ago age.... Baked Alaska! The detail given to each dish is special. Almost neurotic, in fact. It was as near-flawless an evening as we've ever shared. A bit pricey? Sure. And 100% worth it!!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 12, 2023

    overall1food1service3ambience3
    White Barn Inn was a truly bad tasting menu experience. The food was extremely subpar and disappointing, to the point that we didn’t eat some of the dishes. The table to the right of us thought so too and actually left mid-tasting menu after only two courses (we should have done the same). I won’t bore anyone with details, but the lobster tasting menu and chefs tasting menu were absolutely not worth the money. Proceed with caution. We don’t plan on going to an Auberge Restaurant or Resort again. Would highly recommended Earth at Hidden Pond (Kennebunkport) instead.

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  7. DennisM

    Los Angeles

    7 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Just ridiculously expensive and while very good (but not in my view truly outstanding) I’m not sure it’s worth the price

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  8. ElaineA

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Parmesan custard was best thing I've ever eaten. Plating was beautiful all around. Staff was engaging and knowledgeable. Loved the surprise chef selections. The box of petit fours was a lovely ending.

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  9. RodrigoS

    San Antonio

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Outstanding place. Service is superb and the food in its presentation and taste took our breath away.

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  10. JoAnn

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The staff is unbelievably good. Very knowledgeable and attentive.

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely fantastic as always a must go to

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  12. Schwartz

    Toronto

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on September 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    - Best fine dining experience ever - Amazing service and ambience - Fantastic quality of ingredients used for the culinary masterpieces - Innovative cocktails - A little too heavy on pocket expenses

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nathan was the best! The food was outstanding. The ambiance was stellar. What an incredible experience.

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  14. food2di4

    Greater Boston

    79 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    79 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is the second time having impeccable customer service from our server, Nate! Delicious cocktails made perfectly, great wine selections and a nice recommendation from Nate on some of the dishes. Can not wait to return.

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  15. MarkZ

    Greater Boston

    40 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Chef Wolff and his team are incredible. They made us feel special for our anniversary, and the blind and lobster 8 course meals were perfect!! I can’t thank them enough!! Well done!

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Our server was incredible. Our drinks and food matched the service.

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  17. JulieJ

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall2food1service4ambience4
    I had high expectations for the White Barn Inn. While it is charming and romantic, I was NOT impressed in the slightest by the food. It was bland, lacking seasoning and acidity. Food at the caliber is supposed to blow you away. This unfortunately did not. I would not recommend this restaurant.

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  18. HarryH

    Dallas

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is the second time I’ve been able to go to the White Barn Inn hot absolutely love this restaurant I hope to be able to go the next time I’m in Maine .

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  19. eileens

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 21, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience4
    We last ate at the White Barn Inn 18 months ago and the meal was beautiful. While the ambience and service are still excellent, we were very disappointed with the food this time. Eating at this restaurant is a very expensive experience, and the food was not up to the quality we would expect at that price. We have had many other meals in Maine that were much better.

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nothing short of spectacular!! The food, service and ambience was amazing

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  21. Philip

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Never disappoints. Been going there for years. Looking forward to going again.

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  22. w9w9

    Las Vegas

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on August 16, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Our server Nathan was outstanding, food was superb !!

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  23. MattT

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Truly unique dining experience. Food is excellent, service is unmatched. We love this place!

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  24. Hampton

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 15, 2023

    overall4food1service5ambience5
    Dinner was disappointing for the price. The ambience was lovely and the service was exceptional! Our waiter was outstanding and very helpful, although it felt like someone was constantly at our table with the waiter helpers. I had the lobster bisque but it was very salty. The flavors were very strong for my taste and they didn’t blend well. The sauces were heavy for the meals but The place itself is beautiful!

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  25. PatrickD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food the staff ,decor was exceptional a great experience that stands toe to toe with any Michelin star restaurant in Europe!

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  26. PatrickB

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Even though it’s quite pricey, it’s worth it for a world-class dining experience.

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on August 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Ryan, our server was great! .

    1 person found this helpful

  28. Foodie99

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on August 13, 2023

    overall3food4service5ambience2
    While the service was excellent thanks to our amazing waiter, it was disappointing to be sat facing the back door, despite being one of the first at the restaurant and dropping four figures for two. The seating could have easily been arranged for both patrons to be facing the restaurant, not an emergency exit door. The food was mixed. Some items, like the lamb and caviar sandwiches, were excellent. Others, like the supplemental truffles and mini lobster roll, hardly had any flavor. The wine selection is very good. Overall, we would be hard pressed to be back. Earth (at Hidden Pond) was a much better experience and an excellent value, by comparison.

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful service, great food & ambience. However, the three set options for meals was disappointing. Expect to spend a minimum of $200 per person with one cocktail, not including tip. Enjoyed it, but won’t be going back for awhile.

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    Pittsburgh

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Did the lobster tasting menu. It was exquisite. Outstanding service

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  31. CateR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Every single person at this restaurant was committed to ensuring a fantastic dining experience. The food was incomparable. Chef Mathew’s standards were evident in every aspect of our meal. The Barn is both elegant and comfortable. We are already planning our next visit.

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  32. 2foodies

    Chicago

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on August 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Exceptional food and service. Sommelier's pairing of wine with each course was superb. The atmosphere takes one back in time to the quiet, rustic beauty of nature. Definitely a "special" occasion dining experience.

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  33. KevinG

    Detroit

    50 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on August 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a pleasure. Marvelous service and attention to details. Great wine selection. A must experience when in Maine.

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  34. Foodchick

    Seattle

    12 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on August 9, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience5
    Our second visit to the WBI. Service was mixed. I had to specifically ask about the menu (after hearing other servers provide much detail. Our server just asked if we’re ready to order with no details . And all we got was ‘it’s all good’. Did not feel like it was a fine dining experience and we did not get the more professional approach observed other tables getting. Was disappointed with some of the food. The steak tartare had too much stuff in it, was too sweet and honestly not to our liking. Oysters were good. Lobster main dish came over cooked - difficult to cut with a knife and chewy. Was initially told it had to be this cooked to be safe. I disagreed and had it remade and it was better. Desserts were amazing. Overall a B-/ C+ for the price and based on prior visit.

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  35. JimC

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 7, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Amazing food, service, and ambiance..Highly recommend for that special occasion..Ours was our 40th Anniversary

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    Wilmington

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on August 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonder dinner. Everything thing was great. Server gave us really good recommendations all the way through. We will return.

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 6, 2023

    overall1food4service4ambience3
    After making a reservation 6 weeks in advance for our anniversary, upon arrival dressed to the nines, we were assigned a table where the blinding sun was in our eyes 😟 for the duration of the dinner which started at 6PM. Upon asking to be moved to another unoccupied table, of which there were five visible, we were told it would not be possible due to other people’s reservations. Upon asking if it would be possible to speak with the manager, we waited at least 10 minutes with no table being assigned to us… Finally, after being told the same story by the manager and continuing to use the logic that our reservation had been made 6 weeks earlier, the apparent number of unoccupied tables, reaching agreement that the table we were assigned is consistently an issue for diners eating there as the sun begins to set during the summer, we were assigned to a different table 🤪 Had we not driven over an hour to be there with great expectations for a memorable anniversary dinner ,we would have left the White Barn. The food was very good, the price outrageous based on the difficulty of simply getting seated! We will not return and recommend others to select another venue. Anniversary Couple Rye, NH

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  38. JoeD

    Greater Boston

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on August 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent as always in every way; food, service, ambience. The price is a bit steep but the quality is there too.

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  39. Dave

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 6, 2023

    overall3food5service5ambience2
    White Barn remains a wonderful destination for a great meal. It has shifted course since our last visit. More informal and family friendly. Good for customers not looking for a more romantic meal, which White Barn Inn used to emphasize under previous ownership.

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place is everything I heard it was! The meal was amazing, but the service and attention to detail is exquisite! I highly recommend, but know it is a lot of food! Wonderful evening!

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily

  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff temperature check required

FAQs

White Barn Inn is rated 4.8 stars by 2078 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for White Barn Inn

37 Beach Ave, Kennebunk, ME 04043

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Route 9
  • Neighborhood
    Kennebunkport
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sun 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    American, European
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Jacket Preferred
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Valet service as well as self parking available in our private lot.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Mathew Woolf
  • Entertainment
    Talented Jazz Pianist plays every evening.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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