Ryan's Corner House Irish Pub

Ryan's Corner House is a proper Irish pub that moved to a renovated space in Kennebunkport and brought its old charm with it. You'll find locals nursing Guinness at the bar, live music most Fridays, and the kind of owners (Tracy and her husband) who remember your name. It's the place you walk into and immediately feel like you belong, dollar bills covering the walls and all.

• Proper pints of Guinness and Irish beer selection.
• Live Irish music Friday nights, locals fill the room.
• Curry poutine: weird on paper, works in practice.
• Owners Tracy and staff make you feel at home.

Start with a Guinness or Irish beer. The curry poutine is unexpected and worth trying if you're adventurous. Fish and chips and corned beef are the safest bets for traditional pub fare. Burgers can be inconsistent, so ask the server for their current take. Don't expect handcut fries.

Cozy, lived-in bar space with dollar bills covering walls and ceiling. Quiet enough to have a conversation, especially if you're there on a night without live music.

Go if you want to sit at a bar and actually talk to someone. Go if you're tired of restaurants that feel designed. The food lands more often than not, though burgers can be hit or miss. It's the kind of place where regulars have spots, but walk-ins get the same warm welcome.

Guests describe it as a gem that feels like home the moment you walk in. One recent visitor called the service attentive and the owners' hospitality genuine, and another praised how well the new location retained the old one's warmth. Locals say it's a blessing to have a reliable hangout that stays open year-round.