Welcome to Ocean Restaurant
At Ocean Restaurant, nestled along Kennebunkport's picturesque coastline, culinary artistry meets the refined elegance of French cuisine. Our story is crafted through a dedication to exceptional flavors, where each dish is a celebration of local seafood and seasonal ingredients. From the rich Lobster Bisque to the delicate Pan-Seared Hake, every plate is thoughtfully presented, promising a delightful gastronomic journey. Guests revel in the intimate ambiance, complemented by stunning ocean views. Whether enjoying a three or four-course prix fixe menu, patrons indulge in an unforgettable dining experience, marked by attentive service and innovative pairings that elevate every moment spent at Ocean.
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208 Ocean Ave, Kennebunkport, ME 04046 Hotline: (207) 967-4015
Welcome to Ocean Restaurant, a culinary gem nestled along the picturesque coastline of Kennebunkport, Maine. This enchanting establishment blends the elegance of French cuisine with the relaxed charm of a tapas and cocktail bar, offering patrons an unforgettable dining experience.
Situated at 208 Ocean Ave, Ocean Restaurant is designed to captivate not only your taste buds but also your senses. With stunning views of the rocky Maine coastline, it's the perfect backdrop for a memorable evening, whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply indulging in a night out.
Menu Highlights
Ocean Restaurant is renowned for its exquisite and thoughtfully curated menu. The first course tantalizes with options like:
- Lobster Bisque served with Chantilly cream and a decadent shrimp and lobster croquette.
- Oysters in Half Shell accompanied by a refreshing cucumber mignonette.
- Scallops on a bed of spring pea velouté, bacon jam, and crispy quinoa.
As guests transition to the second course, they can indulge in:
- Mushroom Ravioli featuring house-made ricotta and black garlic, drizzled in a rich balsamic glaze.
- Kennebunkport Lobster paired with carrot purée and vibrant spring medley!
- New York Strip complemented by pearl onions and a luscious red wine jus.
Save room for dessert, as dishes like Chocolate Panna Cotta and Coconut Mousse are orchestrated to provide a perfect sweet finale.
Customer Experiences
Patrons consistently praise the extraordinary atmosphere and delightful presentation of dishes. As Cheryl C. puts it, "Terrific atmosphere and beautifully presented courses with wine pairings" make for a special celebration meal. Similarly, Molly A. describes her experience as "truly amazing," particularly during golden hour when the views are unmatched.
Reviews also highlight the attentive and well-trained staff, with guests like Michael R. appreciating the flexibility of the menu, allowing for personalized dining experiences. The beautifully plated dishes create a feast for the eyes as well as the palate, ensuring that diners leave not only satisfied but inspired. Nick C. captures this sentiment: "This restaurant serves up some amazing food. The presentation frames what is sure to be an excellent meal."
Conclusion
With its exquisite French tapas, breathtaking ocean views, and an ambiance that invites lingered conversations, Ocean Restaurant is a beacon for food lovers seeking both quality and creativity. Each plate is an expression of passion, skill, and artistry—a culinary voyage you won't want to miss. Do yourself a favor and visit Ocean Restaurant, where fine dining meets the charm of coastal Maine.
Terrific atmosphere and beautifully presented courses with wine pairings. A great place for a special celebration meal.
Ocean is truly an amazing dining experience! Going at golden hour is such a treat- the views are unmatched! We did the 5 course tasting menu with the wine pairing and it did not disappoint! We loved the corn chowder, oysters, halibut, and the watermelon salad. We cannot wait to plan our return to enjoy another outstanding meal!
Amuse bouche to dessert was outstanding. Presentation, taste profile portion size perfect. Staff attentive and well trained. A wonderful evening.
This restaurant serves up some amazing food. The presentation frames what is sure to be an excellent meal. The service is great. The restaurant is cozy with incredible views of the rocky Maine coastline.
We stopped here for the view while in Kennybunkport today. Had a rose and some oysters and halibut fritters. Both were absolutely amazing!
Ocean is a great destination for a celebratory dinner. The service is outstanding and depending on your table, you will have stunning views of the ocean. This is an expensive, fine dining treat with an emphasis on French style of cooking. The menu is offered as a 3 or 4 course prix fixe. We have been to Ocean twice before and the food was exceptional. On this visit the food was very good, but not to the caliber we recall, and several of the signature dishes are no longer offered. The menu options seemed limited as compared to prior visits as well. Several options had a considerable surcharge. Perhaps inflation, perhaps a different chef. The kitchen does not require all diners at the table to have the same number of dishes, wish is welcome flexibility. For our party, some had 3 and some chose 4, to best suit their appetite. Portions lean smaller, but the plates are beautifully presented and I doubt will leave hungry. For main entrees, we thought the Halibut and Branzino were excellent, but we miss what was a stunning lobster entree. Lobster does appear on the menu in one of the appetizers, a beautiful plate of asparagus with a poached lobster tail. While good, there was a very small portion of lobster on the plate. Ocean is worth a visit for a special meal, sit back, relax and enjoy the view along with some beautiful and tasty dishes.
Best culinary experience ever to ring in 2023. The only thing missing was getting to see the ocean whilst enjoying all the culinary masterpieces. We were so impressed by the creativity, originality, tastes, textures and delicious pairings we had not before tried for this 5 course meal. Vichyssoise with caviar was smooth as silk, burrata fantastic, Jerusalem artichoke dish was creamy and delicious and a definite surprise favorite along with the fois gras with lobster and hazelnut sauce. The Wagu beef was cooked to perfection. Both desserts were crowning finishes to an unbelievably spectacular meal which we thoroughly enjoyed. Service was most attentive and the timing of the dishes was amazing, allowing us to enjoy each morsel and digest without being rushed. Although quite pricey, it was so worth it. Such a great experience.