Vibes were stellar. Cozy, welcoming. Great drink menu. Green bean salad was unique and delish. French fries were salty and crisp.(amazing) Mashed potatoes were garlicky, creamy, fluffy. Filet was buttery. TLF Burger was so good. Could taste the fire on it- (smoky flavor) cheddar, bacon jam was delish. Ribeye was also melt in your mouth. They have a backyard area for drinks- but we didn't stay and drink. (But would totally). read more

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We've been here about three times now. There are definitely some good things, but the food has been pretty hit or miss for entrees. The host did a great job seating us with our 18-month-old away from the busy areas and bigger groups, which we really appreciated. Our server was good, friendly, attentive, and great with our daughter. The empanadas and street corn were both really good. The steak, though, was a huge disappointment. We ordered the NY strip medium rare and it came out overcooked and really chewy. Last year I had the opposite problem, it was undercooked and had to be sent back. For what they charge for the food and drinks, I'd expect them to be able to cook a medium rare steak consistently without guessing. The steak also could've been trimmed a lot better. Overall, the service was great, but the steak has been inconsistent every time we've gone. At this price point, I don't see us coming back. read more

Great experience from start to finish. That live fire smell hits you at the entrance of this good looking restaurant in kennebunk. We were seated in the main dining room,there's also outdoor seating in high season,and additional bar seating. Mexican street corn was a great first bite before our mains. We shared the skirt steak which was the perfect medium rare with tons of flavor!(just salt and pepper seasoned) Giannino chicken, basically chicken under a brick was tasty also. Best creamed spinach ever. Garlic and salt fries,yum. Finished with croissant bread pudding And espresso's. Perfect. Plan ahead,it is very popular so reservations are a must. read more

We went on a Monday night and were able to quickly get two seats at the outdoor bar. We had the Mexican corn app which was very tasty and ordered drinks from the bartender who was very friendly and chatty. She brought us delicious bread with dipping sauces which were very good. Our meals were good (filet and burger, though both cooked medium were a little more rare than we would have thought). The creamed spinach was delicious and a must have if you are a fan. Overall it was a great experience. read more

The Lost Fire - Steakhouses Near Me - Kennebunkport, Maine

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Highly recommended by a coworker, my wife and I were very excited to go for our anniversary. To start, the atmosphere is nice, seating is comfortable and the staff were great. We wanted to try a little bit of everything, so decided on the mixed grill for 2, with mashed potatoes and fires on the side. We started with the focaccia bread and oil dressing that were very good. We also got the enchiladas, one spicy cheese and the other beef. These were okay, nothing crazy but enjoyable. However, the mixed grill was simply not worth the money. The sausage was over cooked, strip steak flavorless and the long short ribs were tough. The chicken was okay, but nothing better than anywhere else I've had grilled chicken before. Our waitress Jennifer was amazing. And when she asked how our experience was, she could see by the lack of food we had eaten, and the expression on my face, we were not impressed. We ended our meal with the tres leches cake that was very good. Overall, this place is a gimmicky tourist trap that over charges for their "atmosphere" and prays you get drunk off their $250 wine before you order. I thought for sure it would be decent, and was wrong. I would hate to see the quality in peak tourist season. Leaving hungry was not something I imagined. read more

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It was a wonderful experience, the food was amazing and our waitress was top notch! We were a party of six, everything came out timely and with extra care. read more

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This is our second meal at The Lost Fire, we loved it last year and were able to book bar seats. When we arrived I asked any chance we could get a table? The host checked and said yes he could. Awesome start! We were seated at the window and happily got our wait person Bob who took such great care of us last year. He is a true professional! We started with the warm focaccia bread with the house olive oil & the chimmichuri both excellent for dipping and to put on our steaks. Started off with a beet salad that had a whipped cheese topping, amazing! We shared a special for the night, a wagu 10oz strip steak medium. Came out perfect! So delicious, we had never had wagu before so we were happy to try it. The garlic mashed potatoes and creamed spinach were again star sides! The spinach is not super creamy so don't be afraid to try it, I think it's perfect for anyone that likes spinach. We ended the meal with our favorite Bread pudding made with croissants which is a menu staple. We topped that with homemade salted caramel gelato. Great meal! Did not feel we over ate, just right. Can't wait to come back next year! BTW the AC is not freezing, just right, read more

Lovely evening out. We made reservations early before catching a show at Vinegar Hill and it was the perfect start for the evening. Andy was our server and he was knowledgeable about the menu and had a charming personality. The food was in abundance and savory. Looking forward to the next trip back! read more

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Staff were super kind. We sat outside and it was so lovely. Our food and drinks were great. We were too stuffed for dessert but will be back and will recommend to others!! Thanks for making it a great evening! read more

The Lost Fire - Steakhouses Near Me - Kennebunkport, Maine

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Outstanding experience from atmosphere, to service, to food. And don't worry if you reserve a table outside and it rains, they accommodated our party with ease and sat us inside. read more

When in Southern Maine, make this dining experience a stop. Pro tip, when planning that stop, make reservations, do not try to do a walk-in (we went on a Sunday night and they were packed - so grateful for reservations. For a started, I would suggest the grilled provolone. My wife had the shrimp with a butternut squash side and I got the NY Strip with creamed spinach. We finished with Blueberry Gelato. Great place that we go to anytime we come to Maine. read more

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Wow! What an amazing steak spot. Make sure to make a reservation because it's hard to get into, even for the bar. The bar is really pretty with TVs and a fun vibe. The dining room is a little fancier with lots of tables. The service was fantastic and everything we got for food was amazing. We got the tomahawk special and it was cooked perfectly. The salad, sides, drinks, dessert. Everything was well done. I will have to come back! read more

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The food was amazing- especially the empanadas and the meat selection! You can also order every drink as a mocktail which is nice. The ambiance is beautiful, tastefully dark and a little sexy. The waiter and waitress we had (I believe her name is Natya- I know she is from Albania but I didn't get the spelling of her name) was top notch. We had a pretty loud and needy-ish crew of 12 for a bachelorette party. Needless to say, we were a lot to handle and she was EXCELLENT. As someone who has served and bartended, kudos to her. Even when I was walking in and out (we were in the outside area), the waiter RAN to open the doors for me. I mean, just look at the tomahawk. Easily one of the best cuts of meat I had ordered ever. It's a little pricy but worth it. It's good for a nice date night or special event. read more

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Lost Fire has lost its way! We've eaten here six or seven times over the last five years, and each time it has been less and less satisfying. Tonight was especially bad. Service was friendly and attentive, but we felt VERY rushed by our server. Not what you want when you're paying premium prices for a high-end dining experience. The steaks were especially bad. Very thin cuts that seemed to be cooked via sous vide with little evidence that they ever touched a wood fired grill (no char at all), and they were served luke warm. We had the empanada appetizer, which for $18 consisted of two tiny empanadas, a huge disappointment. I highly doubt we'll be coming back, especially with so many excellent options close by in Biddeford (if you haven't been to Magnus on Water, definitely do so). read more

Best steaks We have had from the area! The carpaccio was amazing and same with the desert. If you like amazing food and good vibes this is the spot to receive both. read more

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I could not recommend Lost Fire more! It is amazing. The ambiance is 10/10, service also 10/10 and most importantly the food is top notch. I got the 10 oz filet and garlic mash. I've never had such a perfectly cooked filet in my life. The garlic mash was good but I really wish I opted for the smoked, roasted baby potatoes because those are the real star. It was my bday dinner and the server handed me a postcard upon arrival. It's the small things that set them apart. If you find yourself in Kennebunkport, go, eat & enjoy. read more

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The absolute best restaurant around. From the drinks to the food everything is top flight. I love the June Bug and the porterhouse. The bartenders give expert service. The bar is great for socializing and meeting people. read more

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Came for my 40th birthday dinner and truly wanted to love it. The restaurant itself is beautiful and it smelled delicious as we entered. The only reason I am giving 3 stars and not 2 is because we had a wonderful waitress Jennifer, who was knowledgeable, friendly and didn't rush us. The food was good but not great like I was expecting. My husband ordered his Porterhouse medium rare and it was medium well in a lot of spots. I ordered a T-bone and it was good but I've had better. Priced at $72 & $58, respectively, we felt that was fair. I had a Hugo Spritz which was refreshing and priced appropriately at $16. My husband got a Maine Lunch for $12, which felt steep for just a beer. When we entered, the hosts wished me a happy birthday ( as did Jennifer) which I appreciated! We were by no means looking for a handout because of my birthday however we were seated in the middle of a banquette and directly behind a family with small children. We are parents so normally I wouldn't care but I do feel like the restaurant dropped the ball with our seating placement. We had a babysitter to not listen to little kids for a couple of hours and the fact that this is where the put us was frustrating. For making such a big deal about my birthday when we arrived, it felt like all talk because nothing about the dining experience was special ( obviously a night out with my husband was wonderful but in relation to the dining experience). This place felt hyped up by socials but we won't be coming back. read more

Read the reviews posted here on Yelp. Sat outside in the fireplace area w/the ms. Good service. Serene outdoor setting. Once ordered, food was quickly presented. Here's the rub... The greenbean salad was way too salty, as was my house salad. Think it was the dressing. The mash potatoes were kinda hard, dry & a bit cool. Think the dish was pre-made and warmed. The skirt steak was to be medium rare but was closer to rare and, again, only warm thus making it hard to cut/chew. Loved the empanada. Warm, flavorful w/dough crisp. Wife enjoyed the wine. Cost was reasonable but we stayed at the lower end of the menu. Hopefully the big spenders felt it was worth it. We eat out often via traveling & the great restaurants at home Asheville NC. This place is okay, but not memorable. Haven't found much in Kennebunkport I'd call above that...just sayin'. read more

Love everything about this dining experience. It isn't just an excellent meal. It's the ambience, the classy service staff. The food is outstanding & my father used to say, "you can't eat the atmosphere ", but I disagree. I just love being here & feel better for having been here! Not usually steak eaters, but these are amazing. Perfectly prepared. read more

For our 56 th wedding anniversary we decided instead of Portsmouth and York's fine restaurants we would try the Kennebunkport area . We chose the Lost Fire which was a great decision. After driving 40 minutes we arrived 10 minutes early as they don't open until 430; no problem ,they saw us in the parking lot and waved us in. Unusual as most places guard the door to the second. They sat us immediately, and introduced us to our server Alyssa ,who turned out to be the most knowledgeable , professional person we have ever met. And we have been dining out and working in the industry for many years! The fun began; my wife ordered her Filet Mignon and I asked Alyssa what she recommended , shocking me she said The Skirt Steak with marbled potatoes with the empanadas as an appetizer. I was certain she would have said the Porterhouse or Tomahawk to upsell us but she was spot on as it was incredibly tender and flavorful . In summary it was the most delightful fine dining experience we have ever enjoyed! Thank you Alyssa and your incredible chefs and fellow servers for unforgettable 56 anniversary dinner! read more

My short rib was delicious and although expensive, it was a very generous piece. Skirt steak was very good as were the sides and the bread pudding dessert. Only negative is that the restaurant is quite noisy. Shout out to our fabulous server Jennifer! read more

Food and service were exceptional. I had the strip steak, perfectly prepared! Our group ate outdoors on a beautiful summer early evening. The outdoor area and bar was so pleasant. Everyone enjoyed. We've been twice more. read more

In my Top 100 restaurants. A Fantastic meal. It's worth the hype and high demand to get in. Wow! Where do I even start on this review? First off, I have been to some of the best barbecue/steakhouses in the USA, and this one maybe is / if not the best I have been too. Definitely in my top 10. Unlike most high end steakhouse restaurants, this one has a more casual relaxed romantic feel inside and out. The setting is romantic and it is located off the map slightly north of kennebunkport Maine. Think in the woods feel and setting. The restaurant decor is unlike any place I have ever been. I made my online reservation 1 month in advance so you know. The parking lot was completely filled when we drove up. The service to start was something I have never experienced before. We were celebrating a special occasion and they put us in a private table location. Jennifer was our waitress and I have to say in this review that she was probably one of the best / fun waitresses I have ever had at a restaurant. Thank u so much for the laughs and experience. Your amazing! The food was literally perfect! /yes I said that, everything served was amazing. Please. Can I be lucky enough to go there again? Mail order. lol. Not possible....... Maybe another trip across the country someday.... lol. Would've been nice to meet the chef. Ok, now for the amazing food review. The tableside bread with the 2 dips was unlike anything I have ever had. So much bright flavor that we bought the cooks (book) just to take the recipe home with us. Just fantastic! My picture shows it half eaten already, opps.... The Atlantic salmon was amazing....Period The grilled provolone cheese dish was amazing.... The heart of Palm salad was great, a little small tho, more please lol. The bread pudding desert was to die for, come on. Just ridiculously good. Most importantly- The bone in ribeye steak I ordered was a perfect 10 for me. Cooked to perfection and not overly seasoned or flared up. Just traditional wood fire tastes that makes this place so unique. It's like a mixture of Argentina & Italian cooking.. oh my - that was simply perfection. Simplicity sometimes is always the best cooking technique. Wowzers...... In conclusion, I wish someday I get the experience to taste this restaurant again. It was simply perfection in every way. Walking out I even bought the $35 book of the recipes. Unfortunately I don't own a type of barbecue that I can cook 24hr with. Guess I'll start with the dips and seasonings. I would absolutely highly recommend this restaurant to you especially for romantic couples and groups. Please let me know how your experience goes ? Thank you Lost Fire. Your amazing..... read more

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Restaurant should be embarrassed charging $19 for a beet salad that would feed a toddler. 4 small cubes of beet, several carrot medallions, dollop of cheese. Steaks were good. Service was good as well, but some pricing was unreasonable. read more

The Lost Fire was truly an unforgettable dining experience! The restaurant itself is absolutely beautiful inside--warm, inviting, and full of character. Our waiter was incredible and made the night even more special. We're from Omaha, NE (so we know our steaks!), and since we arrived a bit early, he actually took the time to show us the cuts before we ordered. Such amazing service and such a kind, genuine person! The food was outstanding--perfectly cooked, full of flavor, and beautifully presented. You can really tell the care and craftsmanship that goes into every dish. Between the atmosphere, the service, and the food, everything exceeded our expectations. I would recommend The Lost Fire over and over again to anyone visiting Kennebunkport--it's an absolute must-try! read more

The Lost Fire - Steakhouses Near Me - Kennebunkport, Maine

I'm a little unimpressed based on all the hype and great reviews. We had a table outside on a warm day, and the setting was very nice. It felt a little pretentious, though, and not very family friendly. They don't have a kids menu, and instead recommend you order appetizers for kids. That's fine for my son, but I can see others having trouble with it. We ordered a couple of steaks (a NY strip and filet mignon) as we'll as sides of garlic mash, fries and creamed spinach. The NY strip was good at medium, but the chef absolutely torched my filet. There wasn't a shade of pink in it, when I had asked for it medium rare. I pointed this out to the server, who was nice enough to show the manager and have it remade. The second go at it was tasty, but really nothing special. Unfortunate for a $60+ cut of meat. The garlic mashed potatoes were very good, as was the creamed spinach. My son got the empanadas on the server's recommendation and really liked them. The ambience here is great, but the food was really only so-so for $60+ per head. read more

one of the best dining experiences i have ever had. went to The Lost Fire for my 30th birthday while on our first trip to Maine! the ambiance was incredible and the service they provided was unmatched. from the start, the host and manager provided us with a birthday card. our server matthew was very attentive & so personable. the empanadas were amazing, you have to try at least one. we both got the filet which was to die for. the house-made chimichurri sauce is something I still think about! do not skip the bread pudding, it was so delicious. i cannot wait to come back on our future trips to Maine!! read more

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Amazing meal, delicious prime sirloin. Very classic Argentinian steakhouse. Came to watch the USMNT in the world cup (rip) very pleasant viewing experience at the bar with friendly staff and large flatscreen TVs. Always a favorite spot for dinner read more

Initially we thought the ambiance was nice, but the acoustics are terrible - very loud. There was a young boy several tables over who needed to use his inside voice as we could hear every word as if he was right next to us (and still loud). Our waitress was ok, but her "okey dokey" responses were a bit off for this type of restaurant. The food was ok, nothing amazing. Argentinian steak was a bit chewy, ribeye was lacking in char, sausages were overcooked. Disappointing. read more

We reserved a table at The Lost Fire upon the recommendation of my brother and his wife. They ate here last year. We settled on having our anniversary dinner here on July 3rd. Our anniversary is the 4th, but many things are closed and we wanted to dine here. The interior is SO well done with a couple of private dining rooms available. Just a super vibe here. Andy, our waiter, was magnificent!! I would highly recommend that you request him. He timed everything perfectly and we were never rushed nor wanting for anything. Andy suggested the Elote appetizer which was a special that night. Our favorite restaurant in the country is Elote in Sedona, so we took that as a sign and ordered it. It was delicious! He also offered us the beef special of the evening, which was a A5 Australian Wagyu (my favorite type of beef) Tomahawk Ribeye. We ordered it medium so the fat was able to render. We usually order our steaks medium rare, but a nice ribeye is best enjoyed at medium. Andy agreed. It was really delicious!! We also ordered the garlic mashed potatoes and they were fine. They gave us two dipping sauces for the steak, which were both fantastic!! I also enjoyed the creamed spinach. For a couple of decades that dish at Stubbs in Austin was my favorite, but The Lost Fire's creamed spinach (served in a crock) tops the list now. WOW!! Chef uses his grandmother's recipe for bread pudding so we tried that and loved it! It's made with croissants. Just amazing. This place is a true gem. Mainers are lucky to have it. We hope to return soon. Wow! read more

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The Lost Fire is superb! First, the space is large with lots of different spaces - bar area, dining-room area, various private and semi-private spaces, and a beautiful outdoor patio space - to enjoy the stellar food. The space is a special blend of charming rustic farmhouse, yet classy modern-vibe. Our server, Andy, was friendly, attentive, and gave us great advice on what to order. He made us felt taken care of, and even took a the time to take a good photo for the family (he strategically used the table lamp to get the right lighting for the photo - he's that good!!!). Of course, the show stopper was the food. Everything we ordered was five-stars. After you order, they bring out fresh, fluffy bread with two delicious dipping options, including a delightful chimichurri. We ordered empanadas, one beef and one spinach/mushroom, as our starter. The beef empanada was the best I've ever had. As an entree, I went rogue and didn't order steak. Instead, I ordered the burger, which was exactly what I had hoped for. The burger came with fries that my father-in-law described as the best he had ever had. I also ordered a signed of tasty charred broccolini - yum, yum! Everyone else ordered the steak. My husband got their special, which was bacon wrapped - it was excellent. My mother-in-law got the fillet, which was tender and perfect, and my father-in-law got the rib-eye with a bone, which he said was the best steak he'd ever had. Even the sides were exceptional, the garlic mashed potatoes were perfection and the creamy spinach tasted like spinach-artichoke dip (yum, yum!). We enjoyed all of the above with the smoothest Malbac - Saurus Select Malbec Patagonia 2022 - I had ever had. We ended the night splitting the fabulous tres leches cake. All-in-all our meal couldn't have been better. I'd highly recommend The Lost Fire to anyone that's not a vegetarian! read more

Amazing food and lovely setting. The service was not hovering but was there at a moments notice

Top tier food and drinks. Amazing ambiance and one of my favorite restaurants I've been to in 2026.

Beware!!! The cowboy steak will be a curse unless you have unlimited funds. It's been a week since our latest visit and I'm already craving our return. Fear not, the sides are lacking which is surprising for such a perfectly executed restaurant. The beef earns the 5 stars here! It will forever set the bar for us and steak houses Simply the best! read more

What a perfect dining experience. Everything we ate was exceptional. The empanadas are homemade, baked with different flavors daily. The steak was flavorful and cooked perfectly. They also give you two types of chimichurri for your dishes. The creamed spinach tasted like fresh spinach, and not too creamy. It did have some cheese brûléed on top was was nice. Our waitress was very knowledgeable and personal. And the vibes here are immaculate. Such a well decorated restaurant. Everything was perfect read more

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Man O Man! Food and service were top notch!! Will most definitely be going back. Went for my grandson's birthday and they did not disappoint!! read more

I would definitely recommend this restaurant if you love meat! And I love a great steak

Meh for the $200 bill. Started with "their" focaccia - two tiny squares. Was forced to get played out fries with my steak, instead of a baked potato, which was disappointing. Steak was tasty but not the greatest and seriously have gotten steaks as good at yes, Longhorn! Portions were smallish. Thinking the place is overrated. Maybe alcohol helps. read more

The Lost Fire - Steakhouses Near Me - Kennebunkport, Maine

Just heard about this place few days ago and to be honest I'm quite skeptical because this person said it's the best steak he ever had in the whole world. Quite big word right? But alas, I decided to try on my birthday because why not ? U have to make reservation, and because it last minute booking, I only can book seat by the bar. I put note and asked if there's any cancelation please put me in regular table. And I did get that table. Impressed with the size of the restaurant, they have patio that open during warmer season. Very spacious inside, typical cozy wooden steakhouse ambiance The server Brynne is awesome, gave great suggestion and very patient with the questions. Got bread and 2 dipping sauce, the chimi Curri is on point. Ordered sweetbreads ( has no bread in it haha ) and blood sausage. Perfection ! Tender well seasoned. I Can't decide between tomahawk ($185) or Cowboy steak ($165) but decided to ordered this 2 pound of steak medium rare. It's rare near the bone but of course it because it's near the bone. For side dish I ordered creamed spinach and fries with garlic and parsleys. Worth every penny, and obviously can't finished the steak and have to pack it to go. It's a lot of food. read more

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