MAINE Restaurants
N To Tail (Old port - Portland) •
Cost: $$ Ambiance: Great kickback yet upscale casual vibe.
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This family style Korean BBQ restaurant is a must if you’re in the Old Port area. From puffy pork dumplings to ramen and lobster you will surely get a hearty plate dropped at your table.
Portions are great to share and trying a range of options is suggested. This is some of the freshest fusion style cuisine you’ll enjoy in the area!
DIMILLO’S (Portland) •
Cost: $$$ Ambiance: Elegant ship converted to a restaurant (docked on water!)
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Dine on a docked ship in the scenic Old Port while eating the freshest seafood from the same oceans the enormous ship floats on.
Stellar seafood classics flood the menu here and the ship is so large you’ll forget it’s not land locked. Take time inside to look at the old photos, history and more!
The Yard (Back cove - portland)•
Cost: $$ Ambiance: Small brewery style restaurant vibe.
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Salad, smash burgers, locally crafted beer, intimidatingly large shakes and desserts. This spot has it all. The shakes are so good that you almost may want to order them before the food.
With a jovial atmosphere this is a great place to stop in for a bite to eat, a drink or a full sit down experience. Neighboring the back cove area they aren’t far from the hub of restaurants located in the Old Port or Kennedy Park area.
Maine diner (wells)
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Cost: $$ Ambiance: Classic diner any (and every) way you look at it.
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One of the coziest spots to stop coming across the bridge into Maine is Maine Diner. Known for their lobster pie, blueberry pie and pancakes they have countless options. The staff has been working hard to keep the place running smooth and is doing an amazing job.
You’ll also see a picture of me on the wall if you look close enough! I highly suggest trying as much of the menu as possible and their soups always brighten the mood as well.
Fatboy Drive-in (Brunswick) •
Cost: $$ Ambiance: Diner/roller skating car-service retro vibe.
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Specializing in the classics of burgers and fries, while expanding to crab rolls and more this 50’s style joint is a great stop in Brunswick. You can order from the comfort of your car if you choose which is a classic touch.
The vintage sign pointing directly to the oversized kitchen with sizzling skillets will make you feel at home. Make sure you also get dessert, they have some great shake options.
COOK’s LOBSTER & ALE HOUSE (Bailey’s Island) •
Cost: $$ Ambiance: Lots of seating, energetic ambiance right on the water.
It doesn’t get more fresh than eating seafood on a peninsula.
Fried clams, lobster bakes and fresh chowder inches away from the ocean create an unmatched experience.
ANANIA’S (Portland) •
Cost: $$ Ambiance: Variety store.
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Great stop for custom sandwiches, pizza and drinks. Fresh made subs and pizzas made to order daily.
IRON CLAD EATS (Portland) •
Cost: $$ Ambiance: Taco truck.
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Rock inspired food truck serving creative tacos.
Cubano, chopped cheese, suppah. All names created with care to twist up the taco world.
ROSEMONT MARKET & BAKERY (Portland) •
Cost: $$ Ambiance: Convenience store vibe.
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Multi dimensional bakery with fresh pastries, breads, snacks and groceries.
Exquisite cookie and croissant creations galore.
DUCKFAT (Portland) •
Cost: $$ Ambiance: Casual dining.
Jaw-dropping flavor on hand cut fries, fresh paninis, shakes and unforgettable sauces alike.
A focal point when it comes to restaurants in Portland.
VIA VECCHIA (Portland) •
Cost: $$$ Ambiance: Upscale casual vibe.
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Bold flavors leaning heavily on Italian classics. Fancy yet welcoming vibe inside.
Refined dishes and seasonally changing menu.
GILBERT’S (Portland) •
Cost: $$ Ambiance: Boutique and casual.
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Arguably the best chowdah in the city.
A staple in the old port just steps from the ocean.
OTTO PIZZA (Portland) •
Cost: $$ Ambiance: It’s a pizza shop bruh.
Go-to pizzeria in the area. Classics and all flavors of za-za you can imagine.
Not many have left Portland without having at least a slice.
THE HOLY DONUT (Portland) •
Cost: $ Ambiance: Quick grab donut shop.
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Gourmet potato donuts packing more weight and flavor than your average ones.
Drink options such as coffees available as well.
THE FRIENDLY TOAST (Portland) •
Cost: $$ Ambiance: Hip, bright ambiance.
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Creative spins on Asian dishes, breakfast dishes and American classics.
Very unique vibrant feel inside.
