Old Orchard Beach has a dining scene that punches well above its size. The best restaurants in Old Orchard Beach cover a wide range. You’ll find waterfront seafood spots serving fresh-caught lobster and clam chowder, family-run diners that have been around for decades, and casual grill restaurants where the burgers are thick and the portions are honest. The pier area gets busy in peak summer, so arriving early or going slightly off-peak makes a real difference. Peter and Lisa Guidi, your hosts at Seagrass Inn, have been working through the local menus so you don’t have to gamble your evening on an unknown. Their Eating Around OOB blog covers specific dishes, what to order, and what to skip. It’s the kind of insider detail you won’t find on a generic travel site.