This popular southern Maine favorite has been serving up great seafood (particularly the chowder), with excellent service, for years. The dining room is simply decorated with knotty pine tables and booths; paper mats and napkins are set at each place. Mabel's is located approximately 1 mile from the bustling downtown Dock Square of Kennebunkport, near the mouth of the river (without view). It is housed in a one-story cottage and offers front porch seating.

Mabel's Lobster Claw Information:

• Seafood menu. Lunch, dinner. Closed Nov-early Apr. Children's menu. Casual attire. Reservations recommended. Outdoor seating.