The Boathouse Waterfront Restaurant - Kennebunkport, Maine

Boathouse Restaurant

Exciting Twists on New England Flavors

You know you're in the right place when you see the iconic Love KPT neon sign shining above the harbor. The Boathouse Restaurant is the liveliest gathering place in Kennebunkport, mixing creative craft cocktails with fresh Maine flavors and great times on the Kennebunk River. For questions and non-reservation inquiries, don't hesitate to contact us at 207-967-8225 or dining@boathouseme.com.

Our Hours
Lunch & Dinner | Daily, 12 - 8 pm
Happy Hour | Mon - Fri, 3 - 5 pm and all day on Sun

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Indoor Dining: Walk-ins only. No Reservations.
Reservations available for private dining in our Coastal Lighthouse Village.

DINING

Reservations

Our KRC hotel guests receive exclusive access to dining reservations at our Kennebunkport Resort Collection restaurants. Contact us at stay@boathouseme.com for assistance in securing advance reservations at most of our unique restaurants.

Please note: The Boathouse Restaurant and The Dory do not take reservations, however, Boathouse Hotel guests do receive preferred placement on the Boathouse Restaurant waitlist.

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Weekly specials at The Boathouse Waterfront Restaurant - Kennebunkport, Maine

Coastal Lighthouse Village - Boathouse Waterfront Restaurant - Kennebunkport, Maine

A Local Favorite

May 14th-26th, 2025 What the Deck

Soak up the sun in downtown’s liveliest spot with live music, cornhole, outdoor games, drinks from the bar, and local New England bites!

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Sunday, April 20 | 11am-8pm Easter Sunday

Dine with us for a hoppy good time at The Boathouse. Serving Easter Brunch from 11am-3pm, with an egg-tra special Mimosa and Bloody Mary menu for the adults. Brunch reservations available via OpenTable; walk-in only for dinner, 3-8pm.

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Meet Chef
John Shaw

A graduate of the New England Culinary Institute, Shaw's culinary journey includes roles as Chef at Four Point's restaurant and Sheraton Resort Steamboat Springs, as well as Celebrity Chef Gordon Ramsay adding to his accolades by praising Shaw’s culinary prowess, hailing his meal as the best in Maine that year.

Inspired Cuisine

Chef John Shaw’s “classic Maine” menu honors his coastal roots by emphasizing New England flavors and fresh Maine seafood, enhanced by the Asian influences he gained during his frequent travels to the Philippines. Our one-of-a-kind cuisine has a refined flair, such as lobster fried rice, pan-seared halibut, and Maine blueberry crisp.

Weekly Specials

Savor unforgettable flavors and unbeatable specials—where great food, drinks, and good times come together!

Taco Tuesday: Celebrate Taco Tuesday with $10 house margaritas and $10 rotating tacos! Bold flavors and sips.
Wednesdays: 'Wicked Oyster' with 50% off select glasses of wine and 50% off fresh oysters, 12-8pm.
Thursdays: Locals' Night offers 20% off your check to residents of York County Maine, 12-8pm.
Sundays: All-Day Happy Hour -- cheers to winter fun, 12-8pm.

Coastal Lighthouse Village

Enter our festive Coastal Lighthouse Village for a unique dining experience with seaside bites, cozy cocktails, and Maine-inspired nautical decor! Each custom-built Lighthouse seats 4, 6, or 8 guests. While heated, we recommend dressing warmly or bringing a blanket. Reservations have a 90-minute dining limit.

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