We ventured (like a Hurricane) into the restaurant after a fun-filled afternoon that had us on a Lobster Boat excursion, a mile walk south to another establishment for a Lobster Roll, the walk back. Some shopping and a few bits along the way. We weren't completely full for dinner but wanted the party to go on. I snagged a reservation at Hurricane and we were seated shortly after getting a round of drinks from the bar. My wife had her go to cocktail "A slightly Dirty Martini" while I opted for the citrusy Hemingway. Once seated we poured over the menu and couldn't make up our minds but our server was awesome. We weren't rushed and each passing visit continued the conversation with her about our trip, our day, our experience, and Kennebunkport content in general. At long last we simply decided to get two rounds of fresh oysters that were to absolutely die for as our meal. The snacking had taken its toll or my wife would have annihilated a 2 lb Maine Lobster on her own. I had some local Maine craft beers to go with the light fare and had to order the "Affogato" for desert. It simply called my name. The Hurricane offered a great atmosphere that was still somewhat hopping shortly before the clock suggested it was closing time. As we exited and walked over to our hotel for the last night before heading home, we found the usually crowded streets of the sea town barren and that offered some time for reflection on a great evening that was had by all. read more

Hurricane Restaurant - Absolutely stuffed, but there is always room for Ice Cream... - Seafood Near Me - Kennebunkport, Maine

To start, the bar tender was a ZERO! It was a Sunday night and the place was not busy. The guy had plenty of time to properly wait on my wife and I sitting at the bar for dinner. He didn't give us the time of day. I had to hail him down for everthing and anything. He never asked us if we wanted a drink, nevermind some water. The food was good but.... We both had the "Heritage Pork Chop". Clearly it was a great piece of meat but unfortunately the chef over cooked them both. I ate mine. My wife did not. We will not be going back. I'me hard of hearing. The noise level was low being a Sunday night. Not a big crowd. If the staff had just a little more customer engagement it would have been a game changer. Instead they all ignored the patrons and did as little as possible as quickly as possible. read more

The food was solid. Good, but no WOW factor. But the outstanding aspect of this dining experience was the service. Our waitress Seanna was the best waitress I've experienced in a very long time. I'm a NYer and my dining experience bar is high. Well she nailed it. Plus the Manager accommodated us as I was 1/2 hour early and she sat us in a quiet area of a very loud restaurant. Again, no complaints about the food, but the service was exceptional! read more

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Always surpass my expectations,had the shrimp and scallops with rice and Chinese favors read more

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Service was good, food was a bit overpriced for the portions. Order charcuterie board for a starter for $28 and the portions were very small and left much to be desired. Would recommend that. The lobster roll was the worst we have had in the area and the whole lobster was overpriced, but was very good. read more

Hurricane Restaurant - 2lb Boiled Lobster was excellent! - Seafood Near Me - Kennebunkport, Maine

My dining experience at the Hurricane Restaurant was quite enjoyable. I would recommend making a reservation in advance for dinner as this seems to be a popular restaurant especially since it is located right in the heart of town shopping. The service was excellent and the portion sizes were large. The lobster chowder was delicious. This could have easily been a main course. Other dishes ordered include the halibut and salmon. Both entrees came with risotto and a vegetable. The restaurant has ample seating. The booths give you a little more privacy. I would definitely stop in for dinner! read more

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Both ordered Steak Frites . Steak was fatty and inedible . Fries were good , hurricane salad just ok . Service , drinks and desert were great . Would not rush back and have been going here for years Both ordered Steak Frites . Steak was fatty and inedible . Fries were good , hurricane salad just ok . Service , drinks and desert were great . Would not rush back and have been going here for years read more

Awesome food and drinks. Heartfelt service. Truly amazing place. Definitely will be back!

The place either uses old parmesan or not real parmesan. The steak appetizer needed a sauce. The lobster in the Cobb salad had shells in it. My cocktail was made properly but had no kick to it. The server was pleasant, but she did not know the ingredients in a dish and did not bother to ask the chef. The place gets very noisy after 6:30 p.m. read more

We visit every trip & always love the food & service. Hub loves the onion soup & usually chooses the rack of lamb. I love every seafood choice I've ever had. Service is always attentive & we are remembered by several staff who we have seen on previous visits. On our visit last week, it was quite noisy & made conversation difficult, but we will still return as usual! It's worth it! read more

We tried this restaurant after it was referred to us by the owner of a B&B we were staying at. In short, the food was delicious. The crab cakes were very fresh and outstandingly prepared. The service was extremely friendly and attentive. The Irish Cream and chocolate cake dessert was exceptional! We left the restaurant very full and very happy. The only "negative" was the noise level at dinner. But it was not bad enough to stop us from returning. This is a restaurant that must be tried if you are in the area! read more

The service was good we could only get an 8:00 reservation there was only 3 of us Seemed to be rushed the baked stuffed lobster was not hot at all Asked if I could get it heated up came back just as warm and the outside shell was blackened 2 of us had it for the price was disappointing the upside my leftovers I made myself breakfast with eggs the next morning read more

Hurricane Restaurant - Seafood Near Me - Kennebunkport, Maine

A busy, centrally located spot in downtown, this restaurant draws a crowd with its lively atmosphere and seafood-forward menu. There's both bar and standard table seating, though it fills up quickly during prime hours. Street parking is available nearby, but given the area, walking is often your best bet. The menu includes a wide range of seafood options -- oysters, chowder, fish dishes, and more -- but overall, the food didn't quite live up to the hype. Everything was just okay: fresh, but lacking the bold flavors or attention to detail that make a meal memorable. The standout of the night was actually my dirty martini -- perfectly chilled, well-balanced, and easily the highlight of the experience. Service was fairly good: our server was friendly and moved things along, but with the volume of guests, it felt a bit rushed and impersonal. If you're looking for a seafood fix in a lively setting, it'll do the trick -- just don't go in expecting to be wowed. read more

It's a cozy place, with perhaps the best view of a local restaurant, looking over the river and bridge. A very comfortable and pleasant space. Good local drafts and wine by the glass. Wife's been judging Kennebunkport restaurants by the quality of their dirty martinis, and Hurricane ranked high. We shared the half oysters rock and half clams casino. Both very good, but the clams were the star. Wife's skepticism of the clams disappeared on first bite. Do the clams. Five onion soup was fabulous. Delicious cheesy crust rising high over a steaming bowl of broth and onion goodness. Wife had the side salad with half lobster. The lobster was in easy to eat chunks and a perfect amount for a starter salad. Long wait between starters and main. We were verging on getting hangry when it finally arrived. We'd chosen to share the steak frites as our main. Steak was nicely seasoned and tasty. The one misstep from the kitchen was placing the slices of steak on top of the fries. The shoestring fires were excellent. The thinnest little slivers, perfectly crunchy. But with the steak on top, a lot of the pile of fries sadly dissolved into sad shoestring mush from the drippings. Would gladly order again, but ask that the fries be preserved in their glorious crispness off to the side of the steak. One of the best meals we had in town, and would happily return. Only leaving a star off because of the long wait for mains and the sadly gravy-wilted shoestring fries. read more

Hurricane is very highly rated so my expectations were elevated. Ambiance good - like an English pub which is great for me. 4* Cup of chowder - awful, I live in Maine. Two things - way too salty and glacial. If you put chowder into a cold bulky cup and let it stand for a while it will be frigid when eaten 2* Redemption came in the form of the Cobb Maine Lobster Salad - fantastic - Lobster 3* (add a little heat and melted butter to get 5*), Egg 4*, Avocado 4*, Lettuce 4*, Tomatoes 5*, Bacon 5* (very novel presentation), Dressing 5* Smoked salmon frittata: Salmon 5* Egg and veg 4* Beer: draft and good selection 4* Service - lunch time on mothers day so 3* $100 for a light lunch 4* Overall I would go again and it deserves 4* overall. read more

Ambiance was romantic and the view was lovely, nice music. The hostess was most gracious and accommodating. Mussels were very good and my husbands Tikka masala lamb meatballs were good but very intense. We enjoyed ourselves overall read more

I waited about 30 minutes for a bar stool on a Thursday night (should have made a reservation), and it was well worth it. I ordered the lamb off the dinner menu--cooked perfectly to medium, still a little pink but hot inside. I added a mashed potatoes (a great choice- no substitutions so an added side) and the green beans made a nice accompaniment. Two crisp pilsners on tap rounded out the meal. Service was friendly, and sitting at the bar with the locals made it even better--I was quickly pulled into conversation, and funny enough, we all had New Jersey ties. This was the third restaurant I tried while working in town, and I only wish I'd come here first. Next time I'm back, The Hurricane will definitely be both my first and last stop. read more

On vacation from AZ for the last week and tried several " highly rated restaurants" and decided to give this a try even though the ratings were less than other restaurants. Hurricane was by far the best of the ones we tried. All the staff were great, the restaurant was inviting/comfortable/ had a great view and the food was excellent. The bartender made the best dirty martinis! Wished we had discovered it sooner as we would have gone back!! read more

The service and food was really good. Great crowd and we can see why. We will be back. Do not skip this place.

We celebrated a birthday at Hurricane Restaurant, and the staff went out of their way to make it special. Tyler was especially helpful in giving us a great table and making sure the evening felt celebratory. Our waiter (I wish I remembered his name!) was efficient, attentive, and truly delightful. The highlight of the meal was the seafood stew--it was loaded with fresh seafood, including a generous portion of lobster, shrimp, and scallops. The broth was rich and complex, making it one of the best seafood dishes we've had. For dessert, the homemade blueberry crumble--was fresh, flavorful, and delicious. Made with Maine's finest berries. read more

Extremely solid restaurant, feels fancy but welcoming and affordable. Don't miss the deep friend tempura sushi appetizer.

We popped in during the off season and were seated right away. We ordered the beef tenderloin carpaccio, spicy tuna rolls, and the beef short rib to share. Great portions of all the above and everything was delicious! Would order the same items again. Seems like a place that can be causal or more nice - there's bar seating and formal dining room seating. read more

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Old school seafood restaurant at its finest. Really enjoyed dinner here. Food was top notch and service was on point. The fresh baked bread is so good. Warm bread and seasoned olive oil is a great way to start. The fresh oysters were amazing. Like eating the ocean. So fresh, briny and tasty all at once. The crab cakes were good, but nothing as special as the rest of the meal. I had the seafood stew. It was delightful. All the clams, muscles, scallops, shrimps and lobster in one dish. Seafood heaven! My wife has the lobster bisque. Lots of lobster and good flavor. The bisque is really thick (think potato soup). Not our preference, but it tasted good If we are ever back in town we will return! read more

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We always enjoyed the Hurricane at their Ogunquit location years and years ago, and have had a number of nice meals in Kennebunkport as well. We stopped in today for a light bite and drink in the bar (we were told all tables were booked for the evening). They do offer a happy hour special, with a few drink options at reduced prices, which was nice. We came for the lobster chowder, which did not let us down. Priced at $22, the bowl was large and included a fair amount of lobster chunks. This is a thicker, creamier style of chowder and honestly it filled us up and did not have room for anymore food. Last year, this location had a large covered outdoor dining space, which we did not see this year. The indoor dining room and bar is somewhat dark, but otherwise pleasant. This is a solid dining option when in Kennebunkport read more

Hurricane Restaurant - Lobster chowder - Seafood Near Me - Kennebunkport, Maine

Great old building with a traditional fish fry vibe. Our server was good and attentive but was busy with a lot of customers. Sadly, the food was mediocre in flavor. read more

After walking around Kennebunkport for hours we were looking for a lunch spot when we came across this place. The menu looked good so we went in and were seated right away. All along I wanted to try the lobster roll so I ordered that with sweet potato fries. I wasn't impressed with the way it tasted, I was expecting it to be better since we were in Maine. I did love the mussels that were cooked in garlic and wine sauce. So flavorful and delicious. The lobster chowder was also very delicious. Really enjoyed it. The service was ok and the parking in the back was very convenient. The town itself was very beautiful and the restaurant has the best views of the water. read more

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Local favorite that is fine fine dining, but with a casual flair. The service is always attentive and responsive to the needs of the customer. The bread that came before our meal was soft and luxurious. The lobster chowder was delicious and plentiful of lobster meat. We both ordered the brined pork chop and sweared if we were ever on death row that this would be our last meal. read more

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Adorable local restaurant in main shopping area. Had a unique pistachio martini and delicious clam chowder. Service was adequate , not stellar . Food and drinks were served quickly. Felt like we may not have received better service because we were sitting in the front window and wasn't ordering a full meal. Still would recommend. read more

We had a five-star dinner experience at Hurricane Restaurant. Everything was wonderful. The atmosphere is a great blend of classy and beachy! Our server was friendly and attentive. However, the showstopper was the food. My short rib was so tender and delicious and was served with tasty mashed potatoes and peas. My husband's brined pork chop with chorizo-sun tried tomato vinaigrette and fried kale was excellent. Although, my father-in-law's lamb was the winner of the table. It was tender, perfectly seasoned, and served with a cauliflower puree and root veggies. Yum, yum, yum! We also loved the dessert, raspberry-white chocolate bread pudding and chocolate creme brûlée; although, the bread pudding was particularly special. My husband's malbec was also smooth and delicious. All in all, it was a wonderful way to ring in the summer. Be sure to make a reservation in advance! read more

If you ever wanted to eat sliders that come with their own oil slick and a salad dressing that tastes like it was made with leftover bathwater, Hurricane Restaurant is the spot. The bartender's passive-aggressive service completed the experience, offering a smirk and a side of indifference. The whole meal experience will leave you wondering if you're dining or just testing new cleaning products. For those who enjoy attitude with their mediocrity, this is your spot. read more

Onion soup great The bartender wasn't the best *************awful service and for what we had which were just appetizers over $200.00 was way too much read more

I drive 2 hours just for their 5 Onion soup. NEVER AGAIN. The soup is nothing like what it use to be. The puff pastry was almost burned, there is suppose to have asiago cheese, could not see or taste it. The service was slow, so disappointing but I will never be back. read more

Dropped during the holiday festivities early to mid December. Although it was packed, we had Top notch seafood and service. The ambience is charming. 5 stars read more

Hurricane is only one of very few restaurants open in Kennebunkport on a Tuesday in the off season and we couldn't have been happier that it was. We started in the bar area for happy hour which was a great deal - we had four drinks for $20! The staff kindly walked us over to the dining room when we were ready for dinner. The dining room was full (but distanced of course) which was really nice to see on a very cold Tuesday in November on Election Day. To our surprise, on Tuesdays they run a special dinner entree option for $15 called Public Supper - another fantastic deal. They also give you complimentary bread which was soft and gooey and gone immediately. For starters we shared the Lobster Chowder (fantastic). For entrees I ordered the entree special which was a stuffed pork loin with stuffing and mashed potatoes (yummm) and my fiancé had the Baked Stuffed Lobster (MKT - $60) and he was in absolute heaven. The staff was extremely friendly as well and overall we had a great meal and experience. I couldn't recommend Hurricanes enough! read more

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Perfect for anniversary. Excellent cocktails. Five onion soup flavoricious and not too heavy. Oysters Rockefeller perfectly prepared. Shrimp with fresh fettuccine and roasted garlic perfectly prepared as was a halibut special with pan clam chowder. Splurged on peach coconut bread pudding and chocolate mousse and we're glad we did. Best bread pudding I've had. Excellent service, too. A+. read more

Need to book ahead. Any restaurant in Kennebunkport, ME during covid/summer is full packed. Only can get 5:30pm on the weekend because we are too late Hand sanitizers are everywhere so no need to worry when u want to touch something. Seated outside table by the water ( at the back of the restaurant) don't forget to bring sunnies. Water glass always refilled from the moment we arrived till when we left. Services good, server never pushed us to order ( because we are still waiting for friends at that time). Selection of the food and beverages are decent. A bit pricey but everything in Kennebunkport is expensive anyway. Just ordered appetizer and 1 meal, while my friends ordered pasta and seems decent size read more

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Probably my favorite! I've been coming here for years and only once was I a tiny bit disappointed. The food is consistently good. Last night I ordered the baked stuffed lobster. I've never ordered it before because at some places the lobster can be dry. Not at Hurricane! It was moist and delicious . The scallops were so tender and tasty. FYI they have added some tables since the pandemic ended so it can be a bit noisy and tight to navigate. Still , Hurricane remains a real winner for this local! read more

Food was just ok. Service was great. Very expensive and had to pay for parking. Had the garlicky shrimp and fettuccine. Shrimp was cooked well, but had no taste read more

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Great food terrible service. Took 30 min to get a drink or anyone even approaching our table read more

Really fresh seafood. I got the crab cakes, seafood tower (which includes oysters, clams, shrimp, lobster), extra oysters (x4), white wine, and blueberry cobbler. I had never had raw clam before and it was definitely a stronger flavor than raw oyster but because it was so fresh I was able to eat them with ease. The crab cakes actually had chunks of crab in it (love!). There was no "seafood" smell to the seafood and they were a delight to eat. Server did a good job with her wine rec, as it paired well with what I ate. Blueberry cobbler had a decent balance between sweet and tart. The standouts were the oysters and lobster for me. I was seated by a window next to the water. The views were beautiful and so was the dinner. Would highly rec for a nice seafood dinner while in Kennebunkport. read more

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