Cherie’s

I can’t believe I’ve been living so long in the Kennebunks and never noticed this little house on the side of the road. Actually the Unilocal ad they took out brought it to my attention, so advertising works! I’ve been dropping by for the past couple of weeks, and what I like most is that they have about as close as it gets to «gourmet grab-​and-​go» in downtown Kennebunk. I know that sounds oxymoronic, and it is, but they make these «Panini of the Day» that you can just have them heat up right quick and grab some interesting beverage, like weird sodas and acqua minerale and somesuch. And you’re on your way to the next meeting. Chomping on some interesting roasted turkey with garlic mayo and hoping it won’t stain your tie!!!
Think of places like Cape Porpoise Kitchen, or Vic & Whit’s in Saco, or like any number of just-​so places in the Port. So you got your expensive beers, and there is some wine to be had, and funky salads with healthy ingredients, and really good-​looking baked items that I have yet to try since I prefer to pop in at Boulangerie just down the street.
And you can do some great WASP-​watching, old blueheads who vote Republican and dress up in their natty costumes. Real Leave it to Beaver kind of scene, just the way you want it in Kennebunk, the safest city in Maine!!!

Cherie’s is our first choice for sandwiches in Kennebunk. Every sandwich I have had from there-​hot& cold –has been excellent. The people are always cheerful, efficient and capable. I consider this an excellent bakery and sandwich shop.

Wonderful take out. You can also sit and enjoy a delicious sandwich. Lovely people. Always helpful. Free beer and wine tastings once a month. Excellent selection of wine, beer, oils, and vinegar.

I LOVE the focaccia at this place, it is freaking amazing! I’ve enjoyed many of the sweets available at this lovely bistro as well as her great little wine selection. There is food available for you to take home and heat up both in the refrigerated case and in the freezer. A nice olive selection and although small, both indoor and outdoor seating is available.
I’ve yet to have a panini made for me, but I’m looking forward to my next visit already… mmmm focaccia.