Location: Kittery
Top Restaurants in Kittery
Most Popular American food in Kittery, Maine, United States
Best American restaurants nearby. Discover the best American food in Kittery. View Menus, Photos and Reviews for American restaurants near you.. Sitting at the southernmost corner of Maine, Kittery is a charming small town and one of the most historic communities in the state. First settled in 1623, Kittery features some of the oldest architecture in Maine, including the John Bray House, built back in 1662. Nearby Fort McClary has been guarding the entrance to the Piscataqua River for over 275 years, having been manned through five wars. Another nearby attraction is York's Wild Kingdom, the state's largest zoo and amusement park.
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10. Moxy
Overall Ratings
4 based on 312 reviews
Moxy; Self-possessed confidence. An attitude of fearlessness in everyday circumstances. The capacity to stand alone in favor of an unpopular opinion or course of action with a casual demeanor. Moxy is a modern American tapas restaurant focusing on smalle
Reviewed By Wanderlust777
A truly inventive restaurant serving creative American tapas â small plates that are full of flavor and let the chef riff on wonderful ingredients. The Jonah crab churros were standouts last night but we enjoyed each and every dish. My J1 cocktail was also fantastic. The place was jam packed on a Saturday night and the staff were a bit stretched, which led to jerkier pacing on the food, but it was well worth waiting for each delicious morsel. Highly recommended!Thank you for taking time to write a review. We are happy to hear you enjoyed your cocktail and food. Your understanding is appreciated as it was a busy night for us. We hope you can join us again soon!
9. Lexie's Joint
Overall Ratings
4 based on 512 reviews
Reviewed By NickR28
My family and I were driving from NJ to Maine and stopped here for lunch. Well worth the extra few minutes off the highway. WAY better than fast food. Outstanding hamburgers. Stairway to heaven specialty burger was delicious. My wife had a cluck burger on grilled cheese with bacon. WOW!!! Burgers do not come with fries but they are served perfectly neat with no frills. A burger that wonât make an enormous mess when you eat it. Cucumber Mint lemonade may sound gross but my wife and I thought it tasted amazing. My daughter had strawberry lemonade which was awesome as well. We each had a milkshake which was a perfect size. They were a little thin but we enjoyed that. Servers/owners were super nice and you could tell they were proud of their place. Small dining area so you may have to wait or you might get lucky. They have bar seating so if itâs just two of you itâll be easier to get a seat. Cool vibe in the joint overall! â®ï¸ â¤ï¸ And we even got mini chocolate chip cookies on our check!
8. Jumpin' Jay's Fish Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1061 reviews
Located just two blocks down from Market Square in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, Jumpin' Jay's is a local foodie enclave serving refined seafood in a sleek restaurant setting. The quality of fare is unsurpassed, with fish arriving daily from local fisherman
Reviewed By tomasm816
I was visiting the area and some local friends suggested we head up to Jumpinâ Jayâs for a dinner get together. I had heard of JJâs but hadnât been yet. The atmosphere is fun and seafood chic, and in no way pretentious. The service (Bridgette) was knowledgeable, totally fun and engaging. She was terrific!We started with the fried calamari. Itâs was excellent! It consisted of calamari, some potatoes, a few shishito peppers and a nice aioli dipping sauce. We also tried the classic Caesar salad. And yes, it comes with white anchovies if you want them (gotta have âem!). The salad was classically tasty. For entrees we tried the yellowfin tuna special (there is also yellowfin on the regular menu) and the special served up some different sides than the regular preparation. The tuna was cooked rare per the chefs suggestion. The sushi grade tuna was melt in your mouth good. We also went with the lemon pepper linguini served with shrimp, scallops and mussels. The sauce was a basil pesto and there was just the right amount on the plate to provide great flavor and color. Over-saucers will want to get a small side of pesto. The seafood was cooked to perfection and the made in-house pasta was al-dente and flavorful! There is an ample wine list but they arenât giving it away. We went with a nice Oregon Pinot Gris (Brooks) that paired well with the food and was just easy drinking. There are also a menu of interesting mixed drinks for those that feel like mixing it up. We looked at the dessert menu but had absolutely no room left. the blueberry shortcake sounded so good (changes in season). We promised we would try them another time as there will certainly be another time during a venture to Portsmouth. Put Jumpinâ Jays on your list for a fun outing with terrific food and service!
7. When Pigs Fly Pizzeria
Overall Ratings
4 based on 703 reviews
Reviewed By ZL4
My husband and I stopped here for lunch after ziplining, it was only two minutes away from Take Flight Adventures. My husband had a cheeseburger and a steamed bun for an appetizer. I had the avacado toast, I was glad the egg was easy to take off the avacado toast as I didn't eat that part. My husband said the bun was "tasty" and he had wished he ordered two. He said the burger was good quality but was disappointed it did not come with fries, and that was additoinal. The order was large and I can't eat french fries, so we passed on those. The drinks are served in mason jars, which we thought was a cute choice. We also loved the many different beer handles that were displayed on the walls. If you are into beer choices, this looks like the place to go. The lunch was not cheap, but it wasn't horribly priced either. The waitress was friendly and prompt and had good suggestions. When we were walking out we noticed a lot of people going to the place next door, which is a bakery with the same name. This place is outstanding and if we lived next to it, we would visit it every night. They have many fresh breads, some cookies, muffins and etc. The bread choices were both savory and sweet. The prices seemed to be around 6 to 9 a loaf depending on what you got. They had jams, seasonings and etc to purchase. We even bought two of their mason jars with their logo on it. The bakery to us was definitely a great ending to our lunch and probably our favorite part! The bakery alone is a must visit. But I would also eat lunch there again if in the area. The bathrooms were clean and despite the large crowds, they were quick, friendly and not too loud.
6. Earth Eagle Brewings
Overall Ratings
4 based on 144 reviews
Established in 2012, Earth Eagle Brewings is an eclectic brewery & pub located in historic downtown Portsmouth, NH. Enjoy a wide range of beer styles brewed on site, along with craft cocktails, lunch & dinner daily. Popular Earth Eagle beers include New E
Reviewed By DaveDuff
Walking around Portsmouth, we came across Earth Eagle Brewings and stopped by for a beer. We originally sat outside, but since it started raining (and their covering apparently allows water through), we moved inside where it was hot and humid. We asked the bartender and server if they could turn up the fans, but even with that, air wasn't moving. I hope that Earth Eagle Brewings considers investing in some central air or something.Other than that, we really enjoyed the beers that are made right there. Our friends mentioned that Earth Eagle Brewings' beer menu had changed from when they were there 2 weeks ago, so it is good to see a brewery updating and rotating their beers.Finding the entrance to Earth Eagle Brewings may be tough since they are located on a side street. We wouldn't mind going back, but we hope that there is good weather.
5. Surf
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1196 reviews
Everyday our team of chefs work with our seafood buyers to source the best quality seafood. Our standards of excellence start with the selection of the top of the catch each day and often our daily specials are sourced from local fisherman who know where
Reviewed By shannonjb52
What a disappointment. Went here after reading all of the positive reviews and honestly wish we would have gone to a McDonaldâs instead. The dining room was so bright it felt like a cafeteria instead of a restaurant. We started off by ordering an appetizer of fried clams which was a small portion that came out in a red and white paper container. They were listed at market price and we were appalled to see that they had the audacity to charge $28 when the bill came. I ordered an El Poloma off of the cocktail menu and received an oversized glass of soda water with a splash of grapefruit juice. Entrees were bland and lackluster. An hour and a half and $135 that I can never get back. Please donât waste your time. Hello shannonjb52,Weâre sorry to hear that you were disappointed with your recent experience with us. Weâre taking the feedback youâve given us seriously. Of course we try to keep our prices as reasonable as possible while being committed to the high-quality products we use, employing talented chefs and bartenders, and donât forget those ocean views! While an apology will not alter the outcome of your experience, I do extend it with sincerity and empathize regarding the points you made in your review.
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4. Cure
Overall Ratings
4 based on 241 reviews
Reviewed By Dianne J
Great service , great food in a lovely setting . Small place so make reservations . The pork chop & salmon & short ribs were all outstanding . Reasonably priced
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3. Colby's Breakfast & Lunch
Overall Ratings
4 based on 419 reviews
Reviewed By amancini
Colby's is a very small restaurant but the offerings are enormous! We ordered a Reuban Omelette and Eggs Benedict. Both were generous portions! I was really intrigued by the cinnamon swirl french toast offered on the menu so I ordered one slice. It was HUGE! The best french toast I have ever had! We thoroughly enjoyed our breakfast and can understand why there is always a wait for a table. But the wait is so worth it.
2. Robert's Maine Grill
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1438 reviews
Robert's opened in June 2006 with the same mission that it has today: to take a fresh spin on farm-to-table Maine cuisine. Sourcing local ingredients has always been a strong part of Maine culture, and we are passionate about taking these values to the ne
Reviewed By lilyMa
After spending a few days in York, we decided to stop at Robert's Maine Grill for lunch.We were served the most amazing bowls of steamed clams, hot and deliciously briny.Excellent location, directly across from the shops. Busy restaurant, but impeccable service. Highly recommend.
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1. The Black Birch
Overall Ratings
4 based on 207 reviews
Set in a one story retired brick post office, The Black Birch has an unassuming exterior. The interior is modern minimalist balanced by reclaimed wood and hand blown glass lighting. Outdoors is a hidden gem of a beer garden.
Reviewed By MattR154
We were in the area visiting our favorite butchers and after we decided to stop in for a bite. It was perfect timing. We were hungry, they had food,...great food as a matter of fact. It was right in the switch over from lunch tapas to a dinner menu. Once again, perfect timing. I opted for the scallops, and my wife was craving a burger. These folks locally source so the burger was from our butcher, Maine MEat, and my scallops from our friendly local fisherman. It was a win win. (If I could only cook like the Chef at BB. The space is small, so be prepared to rub shoulders with fellow foodies. The service was great. Weâll be back again for a planned âspontaneousâ visit with friends and family.Peace, Matt
