This place was adorable! They have a parking lot which seems like a huge bonus around here. The water views definitely are a huge draw to the place. I also thought the inside looked cute, but the weather was great, so we ate outside. The service was friendly. My mom and I shared the lobster stew and the haddock Rueben, and both were fantastic. The stew had lots of lobster chunks. The Rueben was perfectly fried fish, and the bread was toasted with the perfect amount of butter. The clam chowder was tasty, and my dad shared clams from his roll, as there were plenty. For the area, it seemed very competitively priced, especially with the parking and view. I would definitely come back here. read more

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Better Service! Serve a hot meal. Just brought the yacht into harbor at Kennebunkport. The owners were having dinner on the yacht and I told the chef I was going to go ashore and eat. After waiting an hour my meal came out cold. I ordered the stuff haddock. It's a nice atmosphere on the deck but not very nice when the food is cold. Took another 30 minutes to get it to the table. I'm glad I was by myself. I wish it was super busy but there were 7 empty tables. Maybe they will get better as the season progresses. read more

Horrible is an understatement. I would rather eat the mop they clean with than the food they serve.

Patio wasn't open which was a disappointment but we had a cozy corner table by a window with a river view. Service was excellent. I had lobster salad which was large chunks of claw covered in mayo, not my idea of a salad. My husband had a typical haddock sandwich. Nothing special. We both had painkiller drinks, tasty but low alcohol content as expected. read more

The waitress was snooty about the fact that my family and I only wanted drinks and an appetizer which is a normal thing to do. When she brought the check she threw it down on the table aggressively. Then she added gratuity to the bill herself even though we were not a party of 6 or more. Additionally, there is no air conditioning nor is there enough fans to keep customers cool. Then she told us "good luck finding a place with AC that has less than a two hour wait." On top of all of this the shrimp cocktail was simply mediocre at best. Save your time and go somewhere else. read more

food and atmosphere was amazing! the lobster and avocado plate was so fresh. our waitress was very welcoming and engaging and the waitress from the university of tampa was so kind. i would definitely recommend for a casual lunch or a cute date spot!! read more

So... we were told to get Maine Lobster in Maine... OK. Got lobster, $50, meager portion. I get food prices are going up. Ok... Sure... Mussels were great, beer selection was OK and overpriced ($10 for an Allagash White?). The mussels alone saved the rating. The fries were also bomb. read more

Arundel Wharf Restaurant - Lobster, fries, mussels - Seafood Near Me - Kennebunkport, Maine

We were in the area on vacation and chose this restaurant at random for dinner. My wife had steamed clams which were delicious, very fresh, and plentiful. I, not being a seafood guy had a wonderful hamburger and fries. The restaurant overlooks a harbor and the view of the boats is quite peaceful. The service was outstanding - prompt, informative, and friendly. Definitely worth a try if you are in the area! read more

We went here hoping for a great meal with amazing ambience. We arrived right at 6 and were told a 35 - 45 minute wait. After an hour I asked and was told we were next and it was still another half hour before we were seated. We were a party of 5 so not a huge group. We had drinks from the bar while waiting and the server was good. She was fast and was slinging drinks. The drinks were good not great but on par for the cost. Our meal took much longer than expected as well. Maybe an hour after we ordered to be delivered. Our apps, clam chowder very good, lobster stew was good, muscles were also very good. Our meals - baked haddock - meh at best. It was so over cooked it was hard like a rock on the entire edge. The mediterranean pasta was made at best. The lobster pasta was not very good and the lobster was extremely watered down. There are lots of other options in the area and I'd recommend those over this one. read more

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Food was fantastic. I had the lobster stuffed avocado and it was the perfect size plate. Definitely try the crab Rangoon dip it was great!! Service was excellent and sitting under the tent was the way to go!! read more

Arundel Wharf Restaurant - Seafood Near Me - Kennebunkport, Maine

As a local, I do enjoy going to the Arundel Wharf to meet with friends for dinner. You can't beat the location and they have tons of seating. The service is not always consistent, however, we come to this restaurant to enjoy ourselves and enjoy the view so I don't find that to be a big deal. The bar is a decent size and it is a nice place to relax and/or wait for a table. Bartenders are efficient and very communicative. That being said, I find the food to be average, especially for the price point. Their salads and small plates are very well done, but I find the other dishes to be mid. Like I said, I come here for the views and drinks. I would recommend this place to be a stop on a bar hop through dock square, but would save your true meal for a different restaurant. read more

Amazing service, food, and reasonable prices especially for what you get. The parking is a little tricky but no big deal just get dropped off and you are good to go. Hours can be odd so always call to make sure. read more

Great find! We both ordered daily specials and sat outside. Beautiful view, great service and absolutely delicious food. What else could you want?! read more

Arundel Wharf Restaurant - Seafood Near Me - Kennebunkport, Maine

Quaint place to have a bite to eat. The service good & the scenery gorgeous. We had ordered a clams dinner and a fish dinner. Hubby had said the clam chowder and clams dinner - "good"! I had the fish dinner. The taste of the fish had been very fresh and the coleslaw tasty. With the food, one beer, and a margarita the bill had been $115.00. Wow. The clams had been $44.00. See the photo. Not enough clams for that kind of money. Well, we don't plan on coming back this way. So, will chalk it up to being a part of the adventure! Nice place. read more

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This casual, waterside restaurant is currently celebrating its 50th year of operation and inexplicably this was our first time dining there. My wife chose crab stuffed haddock as an entree that was accompanied by mashed potatoes and sweet potatoes. I chose Mediterranean shrimp scampi that included spinach, sundried tomatoes, kalamata olives, capers and feta over pasta. All but the accompanying dinner rolls warranted a return visit to celebrate year 51. read more

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Went for dinner at the Arundel Wharf Restaurant in a busy weekend night. We sat inside under the tent. We were seated right away. Our server was friendly. It was very busy. I got the stuffed haddock which was disappointing because it was just a lot of bread crumbs. My husband got the fish and chips which were not great. My daughter got a seafood pasta dish that was delicious! read more

Arundel Wharf Restaurant - Seafood Near Me - Kennebunkport, Maine

Great location and friendly service along with tasty food! First the location is amazing. It was hot as heck so we asked to sit inside and were seated along the river windows. Our server was prompt and got our drinks quickly. We ordered the crab Rangoon dip - tasty but nothing to write home about. I ordered the lobster roll with sweet potato fries. The lobster roll came with a generous amount of fresh lightly seasoned meat and the sweet potato fries were perfectly crispy. My husband ordered a baked haddock with mashed potatoes and green beans. He really enjoyed it however, his wife stole all his green beans because they were amazing! read more

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Don't go here with a dog and/or take their advice. The lady was a bit snooty and says go down 2/10 mi to another restaurant, they ALWAYS take dogs! Just walk. It was a mile down and that restaurant was fantastic! Don't go here read more

Food was great blueberry pie , seafood risotto, steamers, chowder, fish and chips . All great , sat at the bar good drinks . The bartender could have been more friendly! read more

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Wanted to sit outside on this warm October day and were glad we caught this place on their last day being open for the season. We asked for a place in the sun and were given a table with an amazing view awash with sun. Jesse, our server, greeted us pleasantly and set us up with drinks while we looked at the menu. A few GF options, some good salads, sandwiches and plenty of seafood. My companions decided on the Cobb salad with salmon ($12 up charge) and the Mediterranean wrap which was served with kettle chips. I ordered the tuna sashimi with sesame noodles. Salad - tasty and filling but light on salmon for the $12 up charge. Sandwich was yummy and they remembered the request to hold the onions. The tuna looked beautiful and was perfectly seared, but unfortunately the tuna was not fresh and I had to send it back. I got a bowl of chowder instead and it was fresh but a bit heavy on the celery for my tastes. The service was excellent and the view divine. The server also took off the charge for the tuna, and even the chowder too. A lovely afternoon with friends in a great setting. Only wish my food had been as divine... read more

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Great seat by the window overlooking the harbor . Staff was very personable and knowledgeable. The food was delicious and fairly reasonable. The drinks were exceptional! read more

Today (06/21) I attended This restaurant. We got our food and drinks, the waitress was very pushy and passive aggressive as soon as we finished eating, would come and grab a water cup (trying to force us to leave). Eventually after an hour (keep in mind there is no line outside and plenty of empty tables) a woman who seems to be the manager came and asked us to leave as they "had people waiting for an hour". I'm so shocked that this is okay behavior. Will not be returning here ever again. read more

Beautiful ambience outside for lunch! Service was good. BUT... Clam chowder was lukewarm warm, thin and not very good. Fried clams on the fried clam plate were small and sandy. They were also cold, as were the french fries - as if they'd been sitting for a while prior to serving. Portion was very small compared to same dish on an adjacent table. read more

I tried the grilled salmon BLT today. It was delicious. Our server, Delaney was excellent. The atmosphere on the river is lovely even on a rainy day. read more

Stopped here on a roadtrip and this place had a really cute view of the water. The service was a bit slow here in terms of both food and our wait staff. I got the fried haddock sandwich which was okay. I liked the seasoning on the breading but it needed a bit more (and the fish itself was pretty meh). The french fries did need more seasoning. However, I did try my friends mussels and loved the sauce they were in. read more

On the last night of our vacation my wife and I decided to go to Arundel Wharf for dinner. It was a little chilly but we asked to be seated on the patio, cause who doesn't want to be seated on the patio. The first rather strange thing was we were served water out of disposable plastic cups and everyone else around us had regular plastic cups. It didn't really bother me but it bothered my wife. We ordered the crab ragoon dip as an appetizer since I love crab ragoons. When it came out it looked amazing but it was not great. It just tasted like a warm cream cheese dip with a sweet chili added to it. No crab to be found at all. My wife got salmon and I got the filet. The filet was ok, lacked flavor. She said her salmon seemed somewhat raw in the middle. Very disappointing for our last meal in kennebunkport. On top of that it was the most expensive meal we had with no lobster at all. Very disappointing!!! read more

Arundel Wharf Restaurant - View from where we sat - Seafood Near Me - Kennebunkport, Maine

After escaping the congested Saturday afternoon downtown Kennebunkport streets, we discovered this hidden gem just off the main drag. We were promptly seated at our chosen table with a charming port view. Our smiling server, Ally, was professional and attentive as she took our orders. My wife chose a blackened haddock wrap special, opting for it baked instead of blackened, while I selected a 1.5 lb steamed lobster. After a nominal interval, our food arrived. I took a quick "before" portrait of my lobster with handcut fries and excellent coleslaw. My wife started digging into her wrap but discovered it was mistakenly blackened. Ally quickly offered a replacement and complimentary dessert to make amends. Unable to decide between bread pudding and blueberry pie, she brought BOTH, on the house. The pie (with ice cream) was great -- not too sweet or tart -- and warm. The new wrap came out shortly thereafter and was fine. Arundel Wharf Restaurant's staff, especially Ally, demonstrated exceptional hospitality and problem-solving skills. They addressed the issue flawlessly, turning a potential disappointment into an overwhelmingly positive experience. And Ally is a rock star! read more

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Totally solid meal and experience here, but ultimately not that much to write home about. The patio is very nice and beautiful, though there's a pretty strong breeze that can get cold if it's not super warm out. The staff was very friendly, and it took a while for the meal to come out. The cheeseburger was ok -- others had recommended it and it didn't live up to those standards. We had the halibut too, which was better. Ultimately a nice little spot, but nothing that really stood out. read more

My family and I had a really nice experience at Arundel Wharf Restaurant! Our server, Grace, was excellent and made great recommendations from the menu. We had the blueberry sangria and blueberry lemonade which were delicious. We started with the lobster bisque - highly recommend, it had a perfect complex flavor and was one the best bisque/chowder/stew I've had in Maine this season. We also shared the crab Rangoon dip which was delicious - it's like a decomposed crab Rangoon with real crab meat. Definitely recommend this as an app! For my entree I had the triple decker lobster club that was loaded with lobster meat. The generous portion of lobster had a nice texture and flavor. If you like BLTs / clubs and lobster, you'll love this sandwich. The day we came it was raining outside, but the restaurant is in a beautiful location on the water. I definitely recommend coming here for lunch or dinner if you're in the Kennebunkport area! read more

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Food and drink were very good. Service was decent. Ambience is always nice. Ordered a whole belly fried clam dinner to split. Menu said market price, we neglected to ask the price... received bill.... 56.00 for 10 ounces of fried clams and a handful of fries with a small serving of Cole slaw. Thought that price was pretty steep. read more

A little disappointed I have to say. This restaurant came highly recommended by locals no less. First off, can't beat the view. Unless the weather is uncooperative, sit outside! The food was pricey, which is not unexpected for a waterside tourist location, but the quality of the food fell short and did not match expectations. I ordered the fish and chips. The haddock came in chunks, which instantly tells me it's subpar scraps from the fish factory. A quality haddock should be one whole filet. Furthermore, the portion was half of what I'd get back home. It was breaded. Flavorless. Rubbery. Probably just a notch above microwaved Gorton's from the grocery store freezer. My wife got a bun less hamburger and sweet potato fries and fared better than I did, but still not worth the price. My aunt got the lobster roll and sweet potato fries and was fairly happy with choice. So for the quintessential Maine lobster roll, they deliver. So, overall we'll give it a 3. read more

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We ventured out to Maine for our first travel experience and we got that right with Arundel Wharf. Friendly, welcoming and fully supportive of our use of a face masks, and seating still using social distancing guidelines and the staff was using their face masks. We look forward to "seeing" you next time! And the view - wow! we were in town on a Monday and many of the outside options were closed, one shop keeper told us to walk the extra block and enjoy ourselves on the desk - and we did! Enjoyed the local main beer option and had the classic Mussels! Lunch does not need to be fancy, just good. This was good. We will be back! read more

Arundel Wharf Restaurant - outside dining - Seafood Near Me - Kennebunkport, Maine

We had a wonderful evening at Arundel's. The outdoor seating will be difficult for parties of 7 or more so be prepared to possible split your group. The calamari were spot on as was the Crab Rangoon dip (killer). The lobster bake was great as were the fried clams, stuffed haddock with crab cake (some may find the crab cake a bit spicy). If you are Kennebunkport, you need to enjoy a meal at Arundel's. They have great food, drinks, and atmosphere. read more

Arundel Wharf Restaurant - Outdoor seating is a must do. - Seafood Near Me - Kennebunkport, Maine

Beautiful week up in Maine, but the Arundel Wharf Restaurant sucked out loud! Why? Before we were seated, we waited 15 minutes for a drink, that is a bit long don't you think while the bartender was tell the other bartender what to put in the mixed drinks she was making. Then the hostess was seating a foursome and one said can we sit near the water, well the hostess slammed down the menus and said, I guess! We got out meals I started out with clam chowder just warm, she had to take it back and reheat it. One in our party had steak tips, with a wire in her tips, the waitress said oh that's from the grill!! Well, she didn't eat it and they did take if off her bill. Come on you don't say want something else?!! The food was just ok so sorry it was our last day of vacation. Short staffed to bout should of went to Allison's the best in Kennebunkport, Me. read more

With its outstanding location on the Kennebunk River, this could be the perfect location for a tourist trap - but it is NOT! Friendly staff and excellent food that is reasonably priced by today's standards! If you're looking for a great outdoor (and indoor) location to enjoy a good meal in Kennebunkport, Arundel Wharf belongs at the top of your list! (And I live only 10 minutes away, so I know the best places in town!) read more

I ordered the fish and chips. The fish wasn't seasoned beyond the coating, some fries were a little burnt, and the coleslaw was okay. It was a good amount, definitely a filling meal. read more

Arundel Wharf Restaurant - Fish and chips - Seafood Near Me - Kennebunkport, Maine

Great food, terrific service and with beautiful water views! Can get noisy inside but if you are okay with the noise it makes it all seem lively! Highly recommend! read more

Will return. The restaurant is on a wharf that served as chandlery in her previous life. It has indoor dining section which opens after 5 pm and outdoor which is on the Kennebunk River, is where we've our lunch. The reception lady is bit stern but efficient. She helps out to clean tables. A good team player with cold demeanor. We were treated to a world class ballerina's performance. Thank you :)  The deck is on the narrow Kennebunk River that's filled with boats. A sailing school shares the parking lot with the restaurant. Boats, canoes and kayaks go by constantly. The service is good so is the food. My Riesling is on the sweet side; fried calamari has a few pickled Greek pepper which is an excellent addition. Salad feels old. Avocado lobster is very good. An enjoyable lunch in a tranquil setting. The restaurant is a few steps from the downtown. It's our first time to #41's home turf and are surprised at the hustle and bustle of their downtown, which isn't exactly small given to the 3,474 population (2010 census). People milling on the street are decidedly older (so are the diners ...). Later we saw a big group of tour buses (coaches) parked discretely by the Shack - wondering if they're retirees from some organizations - which may explain the over crowding ... Another restaurant Alisson's which is in the town square, with 575 ratings (this one has 127) but we liked our choice. read more

Arundel Wharf Restaurant - Seafood Near Me - Kennebunkport, Maine

This place was very busy so it took awhile to get seated. Location was great and drinks were good. Everyone enjoyed their food while mine was just ok...I got the pasta and the sauce was a little too rich/sweet for my taste, but the seafood in it was great. Overall, a fun spot to eat right on the water in Kennebunkport. I'd go back, but order something different. read more

We came in here for dinner on a Friday at 6pm and it accommodated our large group quickly! We all got the clam chowder which was very good and lobster. They offer mashed potatoes and green beans for sides and the green beans were good. The lobster was fresh! Nothing like eating a kind lobster on the ocean in Maine! Definitely would recommend. read more

Arundel Wharf Restaurant - Seafood Near Me - Kennebunkport, Maine