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Anneke Jans

Anneke Jans is a neighborhood bistro style restaurant where old and new friends gather to eat good food, and drink good wine. Our menu changes often and parking is easy. Come and enjoy an evening with us.
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79 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
(79 Reviews)
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Rating Breakdown 79 reviews
5 stars
(43)
4 stars
(18)
3 stars
(13)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(2)
Food 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Service 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Ambiance 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Noise Level
2.2 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • neighborhood gem(52)
  • fit for foodies(48)
  • special occasion(34)
  • romantic(29)
  • notable wine list(22)
  • hot spot(13)
Anneke Jans Reviews List
Review 1 for Anneke Jans
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Just another wonderful meal ...

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Anneke Jans is our favorite restaurant and we dine there often. The waitstaff is outstanding - as is the food. We normally don't like noisy restaurants and Anneke Jans is noisy (European bistro atmosphere), particularly if there is a large group sitting nearby, but the food and friendly people keep us coming back time and again. Anneke Jans is hard to beat ~ a real gem. We rarely dine anywhere else!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 2 for Anneke Jans
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The best on the seacoast!

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This is my favorite restaurant on the seacoast. The food is always fantastic, the atmosphere is comfortable, yet unassuming, and the service is impeccable. The mussels are consistently the best I have had anywhere (including Paris), and the wine list is wonderful. Incredible food without all the fuss -- I can't recommend this restaurant highly enough!!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for Anneke Jans
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

A Kittery Classic!

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"My family has been coming to Anneke Jans since it opened, and it is always a treat. A gorgeous, chic space, delectable food, and lovely service. Our Mother's Day brunch was wonderful!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 4 for Anneke Jans
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

like mussels?

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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"best mussels ever, anywhere! lots of window views. new space major improvement. attentive and friendly waiter. restaurant has good energy, and the food is amazing. try finding calves liver anywhere else."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 5 for Anneke Jans
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 12/27/2012
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
4 / 3
Energetic
"excellent restaurant...food was superb and the wait staff helpful and attentive"
Dined on 12/27/2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 6 for Anneke Jans
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great Food, Service was Slow

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We went to Anneke's for our friends birthday dinner. The drinks and food were really great and our server was very nice, but in ordering drinks it took almost 15 minutes (or more) for them to arrive at the table. As well, our server only checked in a few times, when we really needed more attention to refill bread, water, drinks, etc. Again, the server was very polite, but either too busy, or not quite invested enough.
The appetizers were delicious and all the entrees were very well prepared. We will absolutely be dinning there again."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 7 for Anneke Jans
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Had to impress a serious foodie. He went to cordon bleu, he loved it and so did we."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 8 for Anneke Jans
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

it was ok......

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Dined on 5/03/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"it was nice but not the great foodie spot that people have raved to us about. The food was lacking a little something we felt there are better options in portsmouth. The service was very good though."
Dined on 5/03/2013
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Review 9 for Anneke Jans
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The bartender Steve was exceptional

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The bartender Steve was exceptional in his attentiveness to the three of us ladies. Very personable and provided us a great evening."
Dined on 04/24/2013
 2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 10 for Anneke Jans
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Cannot recommend

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
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"Everything was just not very good. Food was less than mediocre. Service was less than mediocre. Cannot recommend."
Dined on 04/09/2013
 2007
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Review 11 for Anneke Jans
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This was our first time at

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This was our first time at Anneke Jans since the expansion. We were a little concerned that it would change the ambiance and the service , but we were very pleasantly surprised.
The whole experience exceeded our expectations. I would gladly recommend that restaurant and I can't wait to go back again.
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Dined on 04/06/2013
 2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 12 for Anneke Jans
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Still great food, great service.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Still great food, great service. Would not go with more than four people, very noise, hard to carry on conversations!"
Dined on 04/05/2013
 2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 13 for Anneke Jans
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I was there for Restaurant

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I was there for Restaurant Week and was very impressed. The place was packed, presumably due to Restaurant week, but the service was still attentive and fast. The only downside was that the noise level was quite loud, which also might be an artifact of the timing.
The food was fantastic, especially the braised pork shank. It was melt-in-your-mouth tender. For desert I had the Grapefruit Meringue Tart, which was also very good. The meringue was still a bit chewy, almost like marshmallow, which I really enjoyed.
Overall, I had a great experience and would definitely return again!"
Dined on 04/04/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 14 for Anneke Jans
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I travel all over New England

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"I travel all over New England and this is my favorite place of all to eat. The the only thing more amazing than the service is the food. These guys rock!!!
Brett Hugo
York, Me
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Dined on 04/02/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 15 for Anneke Jans
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Love Anneke Jans! Great atmosphere,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Love Anneke Jans! Great atmosphere, and enjoy the al fresco feel in nice weather. Highly recommend!"
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 16 for Anneke Jans
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

The only reason for two stars

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The only reason for two stars is the excellent appetizer and good service. The menu descriptions just do not match with the execution.
My wife and I had stopped eating at Anneke Jans after a couple of disappointing dinners. We thought we would give it a try for their Easter Brunch - mistake.
The bread that arrived was stale - not stale as in cut that morning and a bit dry, but several days stale.
The appetizer was outstanding, so my wife and I decided to forget the bread issue.
However, both entrees were virtually tasteless. My wife had the rabbit cassoulet and I had the braised shortribs.
We ordered coffee, but skipped dessert figuring that it would be yet another disappointment only to find weak coffee.
Never again."
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2007
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Review 17 for Anneke Jans
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Better than ever!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Kudos to the chef who offered Rabbit Cassoulet for Easter brunch. It was divine. And the renovation has created a fine, open space. Great ambience. Not many restaurants show as well in daylight, but Anneke Jans does."
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2004
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 18 for Anneke Jans
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Holiday disappointment

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Very disappointed with the service. Waiter forgot to put in our entree order and left off half the dessert order
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The new expanded space is great and the host was very gracious.
However, waiting an hour for dinner was frustrating.
We had to wait twenty minutes before the waiter even took our drink order. He didn't appear to be busy with other tables.
After many wonderful experiences at Anneke Jans, this was a bummer."
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2010
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Review 19 for Anneke Jans
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

As always, the food was excellent.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"As always, the food was excellent. It was a 40th Birthday dinner and they were very accommodating to us in adding a few extra touches. Still my favorite restaurant."
Dined on 03/27/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 20 for Anneke Jans
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We had delicious, carefully

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We had delicious, carefully prepared food. The restaurant is beautiful and soothing, and the staff is pleasant and efficient. Anneke Jans is a keeper!"
Dined on 03/24/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 21 for Anneke Jans
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The new lounge is gorgeous!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The new lounge is gorgeous! I already can't wait to go back for another amazing meal."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 22 for Anneke Jans
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

It was my wife's birthday

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"It was my wife's birthday and we wanted to do something special for dinner. Anneke Jans was fantastic! The food was great, the service was fabulous and the atmosphere was very trendy, despite being a little loud. Ignore the few average reviews this restaurant has! Yes it is expensive and yes it is worth it. A nice change of pace. Have the Duck Breast..."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 23 for Anneke Jans
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The View Is Just As Sweet

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"While the salad with pancetta, caramelized pear, roasted pumpkin seeds served with a red wine vinaigrette and The P.E.I. Mussels, (bacon,shallot in white wine and cream) served with crusty bread was a SUPREME meal alone, the entree du jour choices were beyond expectations. (Don't forget dessert: French pressed coffee, chocolate cake with raspberry sorbet and a 'Miles Davis' martini. A downtown Kittery location, reminiscent of a side street in Paris where not all views are of St. Michel, is sweet just the same."
Dined on 03/08/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 24 for Anneke Jans
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

We've eaten at Anneke Jans

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We've eaten at Anneke Jans several times and have been pleased with the food and service every time. There have been some renovations lately which have changed the experience - some good news, some bad news. The new lounge/expanded bar is attractive and lively (good news). However, the dining tables in the area where the old bar was are less than ideal. If you're unlucky enough to have a seat that faces the street, you have to endure constant auto headlights in your eyes. Curtains or shades would alleviate the annoyance. In our case, a comped glass of wine would have made my husband a little bit happier when he paid the bill. Good customer relations - the missing ingredient. We left feeling grumpy."
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 25 for Anneke Jans
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

The atmosphere at this neighborhood

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The atmosphere at this neighborhood restaurant is pleasant and bistro-like. The food is always somewhere between good and very good. However, the wine list, a bit eclectic, but fun, is seriously overpriced. For example a wine that costs $11.00 is listed for $66.00. This is just one example, but the list is consistently marked at 4 to 6 x the cost of the wine. A mark-up of this magnitude is insulting to the patrons who enjoying drinking wine with their meal."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 26 for Anneke Jans
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Great vibe, good food

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I have been hearing great things about this restaurant from friends, so was excited to give it a try. We went in a Friday night and were looking forward to a fabulous cocktail to start our evening. Unfortunately the cocktail menu was limited and when we asked our server if there were any other drink specials, she curtly said "everything is right there". The service was fine after that, but not stellar. The bread was a bit of a disappointment; room temperature bread served with an ice cold chunk of butter (odd).The food was good; I had the short rib special and it was fine, but I'd probably not order it again. The ambiance is great, and the other staff we ran into were fantastic, so maybe it was just an off night."
Dined on 02/22/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 27 for Anneke Jans
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Great food but the service

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great food but the service was terrible. Took them 8 minutes for the waitress to get to our table and then she was very short with us the whole time."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2013
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Review 28 for Anneke Jans
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I really love the new expansion

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I really love the new expansion of the original space. It is still intimate but now much less noise and more elbow room. As always the food was fantastic and the staff was charming and on the spot."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 29 for Anneke Jans
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Our only complaint, it was

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Our only complaint, it was quite loud. All else was beyond excellent."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 30 for Anneke Jans
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Love at Anneke Jans, as always!!

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Love at Anneke Jans, as always!! The food was fantastic. We brought friends with us who also enjoyed their time and meal. The salads were excellent. The salmon was enjoyed by two of our party. I am vegan and they are able to meet my needs with a yummy dish with tomatoes and green beans. They were also very accommodating to another substitution requested by our party. The server was fun, friendly and knowledgable. A great evening! Highly recommended."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2009
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Review 31 for Anneke Jans
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

My first visit to this restaurant.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
"My first visit to this restaurant. The waiter was very attentive. The food was excellent with generous portions! Will go back."
Dined on 02/03/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 32 for Anneke Jans
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Gem in Kittery

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"A hidden gem in the small center of town (Kittery, ME). Parking is limited but we did find a spot in a lot on a Wed Pm. Food was delicious!"
Dined on 02/06/2013
 2012
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 33 for Anneke Jans
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent, excellent, excellent.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Excellent, excellent, excellent. they did a great job renovating and adding more space. Just great."
Dined on 02/02/2013
 2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 34 for Anneke Jans
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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"We went to AJ on a Sunday evening for my birthday. The restaurant was still quite full, but not jammed and the pace was relaxed and quite, just what we were looking for. Service was attentive and prompt, not too rushed but there when we needed a refill or the next course.
We started with fresh and crispy salads and fresh cut bread.
My wife had the pan seared Salmon and liked it all, especially the potato corn cake. The Salmon was fresh and done just right. I had the Beef Stroganoff in a red wine sauce. it was comfort food on steroids, just great.
We skipped desert since we had a birthday cake waiting at home, but the menu looked tasty and the finishing pressed coffee and cappuccino were both great.
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Dined on 01/27/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 35 for Anneke Jans
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Appetizers and beef stroganoff

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Appetizers and beef stroganoff were fabulous. Salmon had spoiled and that entire meal was poor and dry. Wonderful deserts. Terrific service and ambiance couldn't be better."
Dined on 01/26/2013
 2005
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 36 for Anneke Jans
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Four Top. Very impressed with

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Four Top. Very impressed with the new space. Bar area is much larger and comfortable. Food was solid but a tad shy of the historical quality I remember. My dinner mates were more impressed with the overall quality of their meals and loved the mussels in particular. The steak was a little over priced for the cut but cooked well. My duck was good. Service was efficient but rushed. Solid as always but with dining you are always being ranked against your peers the local dining scene."
Dined on 01/18/2013
 2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, special occasion
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Review 37 for Anneke Jans
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The food was fantastic! Our

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food was fantastic! Our waiter started out attentive, polite, and very nice, but by the end of the meal his attentiveness had waned. Our seating location left something to be desired....the cozy table for two would have been wonderful, except my husbands back was to the front door and on this very cold winter night it was not very cozy."
Dined on 01/18/2013
 2004
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Anneke Jans
Based on the average of (42) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
2 out of 2 recommend this product
Food 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
Service 
4.5 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.5 / 5
Ambiance 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
Noise Level
2.1 / 3
Energetic