Ocean

4.8

2210 Reviews

$50 and over

Contemporary American

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 1 time today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Fancy
Romantic
Good for special occasions

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.

Additional information

Location
208 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport, ME 04046
Phone number
(207) 967-4015
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Contemporary French / American, Mediterranean
Hours of Operation
Happy Hour Thu–Sat 15:00–17:00 Dinner Thu–Sat 16:30–20:30
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Private Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Joe Schafer

Experiences

Cooking of Julia Child
USD 85.00 per person
27 Mar 2025 only
Join us for an evening of indulgence with our four-course dinner featuring delightful recipes from the legendary Julia Child. Savor the charm of her iconic dishes in a cozy setting, promising a night filled with scrumptious bites and warm vibes. Julia said it best, "People who love to eat are always the best people."
Easter 2025
USD 95.00 per person
20 Apr 2025 only
Join us for Easter Sunday at Ocean. 4-courses || $95++ per person
Mother's Day
USD 95.00 per person
11 May 2025 only
Join us for Mother's Day at Ocean. 4-courses || $95++ per person 5-courses || $120++ per person

Popular dishes

Halibut
Spinach and Artichoke Risotto, Saffron Sauce
Kennebunkport Lobster
Parsnip Puree, Cara Cara Oranges, Basil, Chanterelle Mushrooms || 15-dollar supplement
Seared Swordfish
Shrimp, Cannellini Bean Puree, Swiss Chard, Sauce Vierge
Filet Mignon
Mashed Potato, Baby Carrots, Red Wine Jus
Veal Osso Buco
Braised Veal Shank, Parmesan Polenta, Gremolata || 10-dollar supplement
Duck Breast
Sweet Potato Gnocchi, Brussel Sprouts, Celeriac, Hazelnut "Granola"
Basil and Ricotta Ravioli
Heirloom Tomatoes, White Tomato Sauce

Dessert

Caramel Bar
Flourless Chocolate Brownie, Caramel Mousse, Vanilla Ice Cream, Sauce Sacher
Pumpkin Cheesecake
Pecans, Caramel Sauce, Berries
Selection of European Cheese
with Assorted Accompaniments | fifteen-dollar supplement

What 2,210 people are saying

Ocean reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.9Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Maine
Best Ambience
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 Ambience
Southern Coast
Best Value
Southern Coast
Healthy
Southern Coast
Neighbourhood gem
Southern Coast
Great for fine wines
Southern Coast
Romantic
Southern Coast
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Ocean offers a captivating dining experience in Kennebunkport with "amazing coastal Maine views" and "superb food." Diners rave about its "excellent service" and "romantic ambiance," while the "innovative and delicious menu" consistently impresses. A perfect venue for special occasions, Ocean's "memorable" offerings make it a must-visit destination.

2,210 Reviews

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greg
Greater Boston7 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We attended the black truffle dinner evening. I want to recognize Amanda as a wonderful server. She is polite, friendly and a great wine sommelier. Although we loved the food, we were very disappointed in the lack of truffle flavor. All the dishes were described on the menu as containing black truffle. When Amanda served them to us, she described the dishes with truffles and we even saw truffle in the courses. However, to our pallet, there was no truffle flavor at all. I recognize black truffles are less pungent than the white, however, we cook with black truffles all the time at home and are very used to truffle flavor. We have eaten here before and enjoyed it, but we came specifically for the black truffle dinner because we adore truffles. For an almost $400 bill we did not feel the value was there. For that reason, I did not give five stars.
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KAREN VIP
Maine36 reviews
5.0
Dined on 6 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another delicious meal at Ocean tonite! As always the service was wonderful, our server Amanda always takes great care of us. Chef prepared a lamb pre fixe meal that was so creative.
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CurtisW
Greater Boston17 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful place, delicious food and stunning views of the Atlantic! Enjoyed our experience so much, we’ve already made reservations for our anniversary in August.
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Richard
Greater Boston4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
From the moment you walk into the inn lobby you are warmly welcomed by the concierge. The service and ambiance were extraordinary from start to finish and were only exceeded by the chef's remarkable recipes. We chose the three course dinner and every dish was meticulously prepared, subtly flavored and absolutely delicious! As advertised, the price is on the high side which reflects their uniqueness, their quality and their commitment to providing an exceptional experience. Topping everything off is their small but windowed dining room providing a wonder view of the ocean.
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Jennifer
Atlantic City7 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful setting and delicious food. Impeccable service.
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Bill
Greater Boston7 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We've eaten at Ocean three times, and each visit has been a treat. The food and service have been great, and the location -- up on a hill overlooking the Atlantic, with a full moon in the sky -- is wonderful. My wife and I require gluten-free meals, and nearly every item on the menu is or can be made gluten free.
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Paul VIP
New York State5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 13 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely amazing! Olivia was our server and superb! The food was out of this world and of course it’s a beautiful location!
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Greater Boston11 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely delicious! And service was great! We will definitely be back!
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Eben VIP
Maine2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 11 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful food as always! The chef is amazing! The staff is great too!!
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Glenn VIP
Greater Boston4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 11 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
In my opinion, Ocean is one of the top two restaurants in Kennebunk/Kennebunkport. The food is awesome, service is wonderful, and the ambiance is perfect. Thanks to the chef and waitresses!
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Ocean is rated 4.8 stars by 2210 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 1 time today

Experiences are available.

208 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport, ME 04046

Additional information

Phone number
(207) 967-4015
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Contemporary French / American, Mediterranean
Hours of Operation
Happy Hour Thu–Sat 15:00–17:00 Dinner Thu–Sat 16:30–20:30
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Private Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Joe Schafer

Ocean

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About this restaurant

Additional information

Cooking of Julia Child

Easter 2025

Mother's Day

Cheese Plate

Lamb "Gyro"

Lamb Rack

First Course

Arugula Salad

Oyster Trio

Calamari

Kabocha Squash Veloute

Second Course

Scallops

Grilled Octopus

Beet Cured Salmon

Crispy Pork Belly

Main Course

Halibut

Kennebunkport Lobster

Seared Swordfish

Filet Mignon

Veal Osso Buco

Duck Breast

Basil and Ricotta Ravioli

Dessert

Caramel Bar

Pumpkin Cheesecake

Selection of European Cheese

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