White Barn Inn

4.8

2328 Reviews

$50 and over

American

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2 people

Dec 24, 2024

9:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Experiences are available.

Romantic
Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines

Our contemporary New England cuisine has been rooted in the local and seasonal long before they were the mots du jour on menus across the country. At our AAA Five Diamond, Forbes Five Star restaurant, we showcase incredible ingredients sourced through specially cultivated relationships with the farmers, fishermen and foragers of coastal Maine and just beyond for beautifully-presented, always inspired dishes that encapsulate the very essence of our spectacular setting.

We have a smart casual dress code; jackets are preferred, but not required. Shorts, sportswear, and flip-flops are forbidden in the dining room.

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
American, European
Hours of operation
Wed–Sun 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(207) 361-8455
Website
https://aubergeresorts.com/whitebarninn/dine/white-barn-inn-restaurant/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Jacket Preferred
Executive chef
Mathew Woolf
Private party facilities
Private parties are offered in the White Barn Inn Wine Cellar and The Little Barn. The Wine Cellar seats up to 14 guests, and The Little Barn seats up to 40. Offered year round.

Location
37 Beach Ave, Kennebunk, ME 04043
Neighborhood
Kennebunkport
Cross street
Route 9
Parking details
Complimentary Valet service as well as self parking available in our private lot.
Entertainment
Talented Jazz Pianist plays every evening.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

The Macallan Cocktail Class
$125.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Head to the Barn Bar for an immersive and educational cocktail class and mixology experience centered around The Macallan’s finest whisky. Watch as our expert bar team creates sumptuous, nuanced cocktails that highlight the complex flavors of The Macallan’s celebrated whiskies.
The Macallan Whisky Tasting
$75.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Sip and savor a variety of rare selections of The Macallan’s single malt whiskies, and learn the stories behind the pours in our historic Barn Bar.
Afternoon Tea with Santa and Mrs. Claus
$65.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 24, 2024 only
Our Afternoon Tea ritual gets a festive surprise with the appearance of Santa & Mrs. Claus. Sip on soul-warming, specialty teas while celebrating the Christmas cheer with Santa.

What 2,328 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.9Service
4.9Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Maine
Best Service
Maine
Best Ambiance
Maine
Great for fine wines
Maine
Romantic
Maine
American
Southern Coast
Best Overall
Southern Coast
Best Food
Southern Coast
Best Service
Southern Coast
Best Ambiance
Southern Coast
Hot spot
Southern Coast
Great for fine wines
Southern Coast
Romantic
Southern Coast
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The White Barn Inn offers an unforgettable dining experience in Kennebunkport, Maine, combining "stellar service" and "spectacular food" with a charming rustic ambiance. Guests praise its exquisite cuisine and impeccable service, highlighting memorable occasions and celebrations. While some dishes and wine pairings may be pricey, the overall experience is "worth the hype."

2,328 Reviews

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Janet
Cincinnati
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The ambience was exactly what we were looking for!!! The lighting created a cozy relaxed feeling. There was a piano playing nice Christmas music in the background. Service was spot on!
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Ana
VIP
Greater Boston
30 reviews
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on December 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We go to the White Barn Inn twice a year, and enjoy it very much, every single time! So beautiful, and elegant. Fantastic menu, and even better tasting food. The service is always friendly, attentive, and fast.
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Dr . Nina
Maine
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Was lovely as usual. We have come here on and off for 40 years and it doesn't disappoint. I love to cook and experiment, and enjoy the culinary experience I as I always get new ideas. It is very expensive so it is not something we do all the time even though we live in KPT. My only criticism is that it is hard to finish the meal with the appetizers, interludes and the main course. By the time we get to the main course, I wish it was a little less.
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Allie
Salt Lake City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My favorite special occasion restaurant in New England!
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Bill
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our second time having dinner there and this time we stayed at the inn which I also highly recommend. Service from everyone is excellent, food is so good and the live piano player is a nice touch, but not too loud so you could have a conversation.
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jo
San Diego
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was a Prelude dinner with friends and as usual it was a wonderful experience. I got to meet some new staff I hadn’t met before because it was oh so busy, and everyone was on to lend a helping hand to get the food out, drinks delivered with the usual exemplary service the White Barn is famous for. My dear friends enjoyed their first experience at one of our favorite local restaurants. We’ve often told our employees in the past, a true test of excellence is grace under pressure. You got this! Can’t wait to return!
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James
Maine
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Had to request bread. Large group of people were too boisterous. Behavior may be appropriate in an IHOP but not a 5 Star Restaurant. Had to wait excessive time at coat check. Overall disappointed in the experience.
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I have been looking to stay and dine at The White Barn for a while and finally was able to experience it. They gave us the best table which was right by the windows with the trees and the lights exactly how I pictured it. The staff and service were outstanding. I love the rustic barn style and the history behind it. The piano player was amazing. Each table had fresh flowers for decoration and the oil lamps. The food presentation was beautiful however the food quality was just average. We did the choose 4 options and they were just ok. The best part of the whole meal was the box of chocolates we received at the end. I think it’s a good experience and I’m glad I did it but the price does not justify the quality or quantity of the food.
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Kelly
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing experience from start to finish. Food, service, and atmosphere were unmatched. We ordered from the prix fixe menu but received several additional tasters in between courses, each one delicious. Would highly recommend for a special night out!
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Laura
VIP
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We meet relatives there every year for a holiday dinner. Although the place is perfect in every way the food this year was not as well done as years past. The beet in my Warm Beet Salad was not cooked through, my snapper, while the salsa verde was delicious, was way over cooked, and the piece was so small I was still hungry! For the price of the prix fixe, I expect a delicious satisfying meal. We may look elsewhere for next years holiday dinner
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White Barn Inn is rated 4.8 stars by 2328 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 24, 2024

9:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Experiences are available.

37 Beach Ave, Kennebunk, ME 04043

Additional information

Cross street
Route 9
Neighborhood
Kennebunkport
Hours of operation
Wed–Sun 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
American, European
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Jacket Preferred
Parking details
Complimentary Valet service as well as self parking available in our private lot.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Mathew Woolf
Entertainment
Talented Jazz Pianist plays every evening.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://aubergeresorts.com/whitebarninn/dine/white-barn-inn-restaurant/
Phone number
(207) 361-8455
Private party facilities
Private parties are offered in the White Barn Inn Wine Cellar and The Little Barn. The Wine Cellar seats up to 14 guests, and The Little Barn seats up to 40. Offered year round.

White Barn Inn

Make a reservation

Additional information

Experiences

The Macallan Cocktail Class

The Macallan Whisky Tasting

Afternoon Tea with Santa and Mrs. Claus

Menu

What 2,328 people are saying

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