The Old Port Restaurants
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1. Blyth & Burrows
$$ | |There are craft cocktails, and then there is Blyth & Burrows, where the alchemy of spirits is taken to the next level with creative concoctions that include the unholy integration of gorgeous (albeit unusual) ingredients such as absinthe foam, house-made black-lime cordial, blackstrap maple-chipotle syrup, and uncommon liqueurs and spirits. Delicious and inspired small plates, like squid ink bao stuffed with tuna tartare, tenderloin with chimichurri, and local meat and cheese boards keep you from falling under the table.
26 Exchange St., Maine, 04101, USA207-613–9070Known For
- Knock-you-under-the-table cocktails
- Nautical-theme atmosphere filled with antique ships and mermaid figureheads
- Adventurous food that goes well with cocktails
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2. Central Provisions
$$ | |Small plates take center stage at Old Port’s award-winning, always-busy bôite, with chef Chris Gould, who co-owns the place with his wife Paige Gould, cheekily pairing stalwart Maine ingredients with luxurious and global ones. Witness creations like the confit of tomato salad with smoked duck, rice noodles, and Lanzhou oil, or the bone marrow toast with red onion jam, horseradish cream, and fontina. If the rhubarb honey cake is on the menu, don’t even think twice.
414 Fore St., Maine, 04101, USA207-805--1085Known For
- A busy and excellent brunch
- Use of local ingredients
- Creative small plates
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3. Evo Kitchen + Bar
$$$$ | |Take a bounty of Maine ingredients, add an ever-changing Middle Eastern menu, and a chef that knows how to subtly blend the two, and you’ve got Evo. Chef Matt Ginn opened this swanky, two-story spot housed in the Hyatt in 2015, and has since earned a following for dishes like bluefin tuna with avocado toum, Fresno, and turmeric. His addictive chickpea fries with harissa and sumac will melt-in-your-mouth and steal your heart.
443 Fore St., Maine, 04101, USA207-358--7830Known For
- Terrific Middle Eastern classics with a Maine twist
- A chic bar scene
- A menu that changes daily with ingredients’ availability
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4. Fore Street
$$$ | |One of Maine's most legendary chefs, Sam Hayward, opened this much-lauded restaurant in a renovated warehouse on the edge of the Old Port in 1996; today every copper-top table in the main dining room has a view of the enormous brick oven and soapstone hearth that anchor the open kitchen. The menu changes daily to reflect the freshest ingredients from Maine's farms and waters, as well as the tremendous creativity of the staff.
288 Fore St., Maine, 04101, USA207-775–2717Known For
- Turnspit roasted meats
- Handmade charcuterie
- Last-minute planners take heart: a third of the tables are reserved for walk-ins
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Rate Includes: No lunch, Reservations essential -
5. Gelato Fiasco
$ | |Proper Italian gelato and sorbetto here come in traditional flavors as well as more offbeat varieties like torched marshmallow s'more, mascarpone pistachio caramel, and mint brownie cookie. There are new flavors every day, along with espresso and other hot drinks. If you are overwhelmed by all the choices, get the "mystery pint" and have the selection made for you.
425 Fore St., Maine, 04101, USA207-699–4314Known For
- You can try every single flavor before deciding on what you'll get
- Long lines out the door in the summer
- Multigenerational bonding spot
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6. Mami
$$ | |Japanese street food takes center stage at this cozy locale. The menu rotates regularly, but you're likely to find uncommon takes on burgers and soba noodles as well as some form of okonomiyaki—a savory pancake filled with crazy-delicious flavor and texture combinations.
339 Fore St., Maine, 04101, USA207-536–4702Known For
- Ramen
- Steamed buns
- Grilled rice balls
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon. -
7. Scales
$$$$ | |Seafood purists and adventurers alike find bliss in chef Fred Elliot’s menu of superb pan-roasted, smoked, and grilled fish; fresh-as-can-be seafood crudos; and fried shellfish. Perched on Maine Wharf directly over the harbor, the contemporary-but-comfortable restaurant was opened by two local culinary heroes, restaurateur Dana Street and chef Sam Hayward, in 2016, and has since become one of Portland’s most beloved. There are New England classics like fried clams and fish ’n chips (perfectly crisp outside, tender and sweet in) alongside creative dishes like Bangs Island mussels in hard cider, cream, dill, and locally made Raye’s mustard. If you’ve got time, come a little early and grab a drink at the expansive room’s buzzing bar.
68 Commercial St., Maine, 04101, USA207-8050444Known For
- Beautiful waterfront location
- Excellent pan-roasted and grilled seafood
- Fun bar scene
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. -
8. Standard Baking Co.
$ | |You'd be hard-pressed to find a more pitch-perfect bakery in the Pine Tree State, but you'll have to pop by early (or put in an order in advance) to get your mitts on these delectable baked goods. The perfectly airy croissants, crusty baguettes, beguiling tarts, dainty Madeleines, and creative breads incorporate locally sourced grains and are nothing short of revelations.
75 Commercial St., Maine, 04101, USA207-772–5519Known For
- Good selection of locally roasted coffees
- Amazing galettes and brioches
- Creative scones
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9. Union
$$$ | |In the Press Hotel, Union Restaurant has a sophisticated but unpretentious air that is reflected in its menu, which focuses on local ingredients, many of which are foraged and fished, or gathered from its on-site greenhouse. Most dishes are modern comfort food; breakfast and brunch are a treat: you'll find maple pain perdu served alongside smoked-salmon tartines and classic dishes like eggs Benedict.
390 Congress St., Maine, 04101, USA207-808–8700Known For
- Sustainable ingredients
- Decadent "chef's table," a multicourse meal with wine pairings of the chef's choice
- Signature truffle beef pot roast
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10. Via Vecchia
$$$ | |Sparkling and gigantic crystal chandeliers aren't exactly the first thing you'd expect to greet you in a brick-and-ivy building tucked into a cobblestoned street, yet here they are—along with myriad other unapologetically glamorous touches. Settle into a green velvet booth and order up a meticulously made craft cocktail, or tuck into small Italian-inspired plates such as juicy lamb belly skewers or bucatini with spicy ‘nduja cream. If the weather cooperates, the alfresco patio is a primo spot for people-watching.
10 Dana St., Maine, 04101, USA207-407--7070Known For
- People-watching
- Italian small plates
- An excellent craft cocktail program
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. -
11. Bard Coffee
$ | |The beans sourcing this shop’s delicious brew are bought from a handful of small growers—you can read their bios on the website—and roasted in-house. Enjoy your brew hot, cold, or iced with a locally made baked good.
185 Middle St., Maine, 04101, USA207-899–4788Known For
- Close relationships with sources
- Passionate, knowledgeable baristas
- Bulk coffee and tea
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12. El Rayo Taqueria
$ | |For some of the best Mexican food in town, head to this fun, hip spot where the flavors are as vibrant as the turquoise, yellow, and fuchsia decor and the guacamole and salsas are made fresh daily. Wash down achiote-seasoned fish tacos or a citrus-and-cumin-marinated chicken burrito with a lemon-hibiscus refresca (cold drink) or a house margarita.
26 Free St., Maine, 04101, USA207-780–8226Known For
- Quick bites such as grab-and-go burritos daily until 11 am
- Mexican corn on the cob with chipotle mayo and cotija
- A killer key lime pie
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13. Flatbread
$$ | |Families, students, and bohemian types gather at this popular New England chain flatbread-pizza place where two massive wood-fire ovens are the heart of the soaring, warehouselike space. Waits can be long on weekends and in summer, but you can call a half-hour ahead to put your name on the list, or grab a drink from the bar and wait outside with a view of the harbor. The menu has eight signature pizzas made with fresh, local ingredients, plus weekly veggie and meat specials; everything is homemade, organic, and nitrate-free, and there are delicious local microbrews on tap.
72 Commercial St., Maine, 04101, USA207-772–8777Known For
- Unfussy, kid-friendly atmosphere
- Outdoor dining on a deck that overlooks the working waterfront
- Dogs allowed on outside deck
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14. Gilbert's Chowder House
$$ | |This is the real deal, as quintessential as old-school Maine dining can be. Clam rakes and nautical charts hang from the walls of this unpretentious waterfront diner, and the flavors come from the depths of the North Atlantic, prepared and presented simply: fried scallops, haddock, clams and extraordinary clam cakes, and fish, clam, and seafood chowders (corn, too).
92 Commercial St., Maine, 04101, USA207-871–5636Known For
- Family-friendly environment
- Classic lobster rolls, served on toasted hot-dog buns bursting with claw and tail meat
- An ice-cream parlor to round out your meal
- Chalkboard daily specials
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15. Highroller Lobster Co.
$$ | |Opened in early 2018, this high-energy spot serves lobster numerous ways—in a roll, on a stick, on a burger, over a salad, or even with your Bloody Mary. If you're feeling adventurous, try one of the sauces (lime mayo, lobster ghee) on your roll, and wash it all down with a beer from the ever-changing menu, which depends on availability from local breweries.
104 Exchange St., Maine, 04101, USA207-536–1623Known For
- Origins as a food cart
- The lobby pop (a lobster tail on a stick)
- Highroller whoopie pies baked by the owner's mom
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16. Liquid Riot Bottling Company
$$ | |Part gastropub and part brewery, Old Port's cool-but-comfortable hangout is popular for its high-energy vibe, and brews made on-site by brothers Eric and Ian Michaud. The creative comfort food is also a draw (tempura eggplant with whipped ricotta and crab hushpuppies, anyone?), as are libations like tiki cocktails and newfangled classics like the Old Port Painkiller.
250 Commercial St., Maine, 04101, USA207-221--8889Known For
- Craft beers
- Good bar food
- A buzzy nightlife scene
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch -
17. The Holy Donut
$ | |Don't pass up a chance to try these sweet and savory, all-natural, Maine potato-based doughnuts glazed in flavors such as dark chocolate--sea salt, maple, pomegranate, triple berry, and chai, or stuffed with delicious fillings like bacon and cheddar, or ricotta. There are always new inventions, too, such as salted chocolate caramel and key lime pie.
177 Commercial St., Maine, 04102, USA207-331--5655Known For
- Long lines, but worth the wait
- Shop closes for the day once all the doughnuts are sold
- Vegan and gluten-free options are available
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