This Restaurant Was Named the ‘Most Expensive’ in Maine

Our Pine Tree State is filled with plenty of great places to eat, but one spot stands out for being especially pricey.

It’s not just because of inflation—everything in 2024 costs more—but this place is still shockingly expensive. Even with the high prices we’re used to, this restaurant takes it to another level. Bottom line: if you’re dining here, expect to pay significantly more than at other places.

But how do we determine the most expensive restaurant in Maine?

LoveFood identified ‘the most expensive restaurant in each state’ by evaluating the costliest main course or tasting menu, focusing on establishments with multiple high-priced options rather than just one expensive dish. They used price data, user reviews, awards, and their team’s firsthand experience to make their selections.

With that being said, what is Maine’s pick for the priciest dining experience?

LoveFood has chosen the White Barn Inn Restaurant in Kennebunkport as the most expensive in Maine, stating the following about their selection:

Anywhere that serves a lobster tasting menu is bound to leave a dent in your wallet, but locals say the hefty price tag at White Barn Inn is money well spent – and the list of awards backs that up. This elegantly rustic restaurant has been a New England staple since the early 1970s and is set inside a centuries-old white clapboard barn, with live piano music and a dramatic picture window giving gorgeous views of the gardens. The ever-changing seasonal menu is utterly sublime, making delicious use of the region’s tastiest produce. The prix fixe menu starts at $165, while the Chef’s Eight Course Blind Tasting will set you back almost $300.

What are your thoughts on LoveFood’s choice of the White Barn Inn Restaurant as the most expensive in Maine? Does this make you hesitant to try it, or has it now become a top destination for a special date night?