The Thrifty New England Traveler

Federal Jack's restaurant, Kennebunk Maine (photo by Eric)

Federal Jack’s in Lower Kennebunk Village, Maine, really doesn’t fall into the “cheap eats” category, but you can still dine affordably at this popular southern coastal

Maine restaurant. That’s a good thing as Federal Jack’s is hard to pass on, given its outstanding second-floor water views of the Kennebunk River and its location just a few hundred yards from beautiful Dock Square in Kennebunkport.

We suggest going with a bowl of creamy, flavorful New England clam chowder. It’s full of clams and is really a meal in itself. The price, at this writing: $7.99.  Add a club soda with lemon and you’re around $10.

Of course, you could spend more for a sandwich or full dinner at Federal Jack’s (and keep in mind this is an outstanding brew pub, too!), but dining on a heaping portion of New England clam chowder for well under $10 just goes to show that you can dine on delicious local fare and still keep your travel budget in mind.

Federal Jack’s
8 Western Ave.
Kennebunk Maine
Tel. (207) 967-4322

View from Federal Jack's of Kennebunk River and Kennebunkport (photo by Eric)