Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
( 207-967-3315;
www.greenheroninn.com
; 126 Ocean Ave; r incl breakfast $190-225; )
In a fine neighborhood, overlooking a picturesque cove, this engaging inn has 10 cozy
rooms and is within walking distance of a sandy beach and several restaurants. Breakfast
is a multicourse event.
Eating
Clam Shack
SEAFOOD$$$
(2 Western Ave; mains $7-22; 11am-9:30pm)
Standing in line at this teeny gray hut that's
perched on stilts above the river is a time-honored Kennebunkport summer tradition.
Order a box of fat, succulent fried whole-belly clams or a 1lb lobster roll, which is served
with your choice of mayo or melted butter. Outdoor seating only.
Bandaloop
BISTRO$$$
$$$
( 207-967-4994;
www.bandaloop.biz
;
2 Dock Sq; mains $17-27; 5-9:30pm; )
Local,
organic and deliciously innovative, running the gamut from grilled rib-eye steak to baked
tofu with hemp-seed crust. For the perfect starter, order the skillet-steamed Casco Bay
mussels and a Peak's organic ale.
Hurricane
AMERICAN$$$
$$$
( 207-967-9111;
www.hurricanerestaurant.com
; 29 Dock Sq; mains $12-45; 11:30am-9:30pm)
On Dock Sq, this popular fine-dining bistro specializes in the classics: crab-stuffed baked
lobster, rack of lamb in a red wine reduction, bread pudding. Small plates are more mod-
ern and creative: tempura-fried spicy tuna rolls, duck-liver mousse with fig jam. Crowds
tend to be middle-aged, well-heeled and high on wine.
TOP OF CHAPTER
Portland
The 18th-century poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow referred to his childhood city as the
'jewel by the sea' and, thanks to a hefty revitalization effort, Portland once again
sparkles. Its lively waterfront, burgeoning gallery scene and manageable size add up to
great exploring. Foodies, rev up your taste buds: cutting-edge cafes and chef-driven res-
taurants have turned Portland into the hottest dining scene north of Boston.
Portland sits on a hilly peninsula surrounded on three sides by water: Back Cove,
Casco Bay and the Fore River. It's easy to find your way around. Commercial St (US
