The address 29 Dock Square, has been home to various restaurants since the late 19th Century. In 2001, Luanne and Brooks Macdonald, with their immense expertise in the restaurant business and culinary field, established the Hurricane Restaurant. The menu uses the best ingredients that the season has to offer to serve guests a tantalizing typical Maine fare. Gorge on the array of seafood preparations of clam chowder, lobster, clams, shrimp and scallops. Apart from seafood guests can choose from their meat and poultry dishes. Enjoy beautiful views of the water from the dining room as you relish your food.
Allagash Brewing Company is a reputed Belgian brewery located in Portland. It is owned by Rob Tod and was established in 1994. Inspired by Belgian and German brewing methods, the brews at this venue are made from wheat instead of barley and have a strong and unique flavor. Drop by for a tour of the brewery, which invites children to join in on the fun though not the tasting. Be sure to bring your camera when you visit this prized Portland institution.
Street and Co. has been providing the residents of Portland with delectable seafood since its establishment in 1989. Housed in an old red-brick building with interiors beautifully furnished in wood, the restaurant cocoons its guests in an at once chic and comfortable environment. Enjoy a delicious plate of calamari, scallops, shrimp, mussels, lobster or crab, all freshly caught. Choose a robust red or delicate white from the wine list, which features vintages from Italy, Spain, and France. You won't be disappointed with the Street and Co. experience.
After exploring aesthetic wonders in Portland's Art District, drop by David's Restaurant to sample some edible creativity envisioned by esteemed chef David Turin. The restaurant serves a variety of fare, notably lip-smacking seafood. Try a sub stuffed with pork tenderloin, bacon, and balsamic apples or go coastal with chef's special "The David's Lobster Dinner." It's no wonder that The New York Times, Portland Magazine, and The Portland Press Herald have given David's Restaurant fantastic reviews and regard it as a must visit.
Located in the heart of Westbrook, Frog & Turtle is a gastropub, where you can drop in for a relishing meal while enjoying a casual, lively environment. The menu uses locally sourced ingredients to create local dishes with a dash of French, Southern and Canadian styles thrown in. Every night, live performers pump up the ambiance with their beats. Begin your Sundays with an appetizing brunch fare from Frog & Turtle; you can gorge on donuts, eggs prepared in different styles, bacon, sausage, pancakes and homemade fries.
Located on Kittery's 326 Route 1, Robert's Maine Grill stands on a site that has housed restaurants since 1944. Managed by Bob's clam Hut, Robert's Maine Grill was established in 2004. Guests can devour on a variety of shrimps, clams and oyster dishes. For a mix of seafood delights in one dish, try out the Seafood Pot Pie filled with scallops, haddock and shrimp. Those who would like some fresh fare can enjoy from their daily catch at the raw bar. Guests dining at the deck can enjoy the cool breeze and watch the gently flowing Spruce Creek.
Allagash Brewing Company is a reputed Belgian brewery located in Portland. It is owned by Rob Tod and was established in 1994. Inspired by Belgian and German brewing methods, the brews at this venue are made from wheat instead of barley and have a strong and unique flavor. Drop by for a tour of the brewery, which invites children to join in on the fun though not the tasting. Be sure to bring your camera when you visit this prized Portland institution.
A one-of-a-kind establishment, Maps is an underground bar located in the heart of Portland, renowned for serving an array of decadent desserts. A must-visit place for sweet tooths in the city, this is where you can sip on some fine-aged wine and have your cake too. Offering combinations that not many places dare to offer, their menu also features a decent selection of freshly-roasted coffees and teas for people who aren't really interested in alcoholic beverages. Their carrot cakes are known to be amongst the best in town.
This rustic-chic Old Port restaurant opened its doors in 1996 and has been wowing mouthwatering diners ever since. Fore Street is a contemporary American diner where the menu changes daily, showcasing locally sourced and organic ingredients. The result is a variety of unique creations that absolutely delight the palate. The open kitchen, wood-fired brick oven, industrial beams, and soft light fixtures at Fore Street lend a refined ambiance to the brick structure the restaurant is housed in. Check out this lovely restaurant on your next tour of Old Port.
Central Provisions is the place for gourmands to savor artisan food paired with locally produced beer and craft cocktails. The farm-fresh dishes are infused with nostalgic American flavors and make use of a variety of fruits, vegetables, meats, and herbs. Savor items like cantaloupe and figs served with jalapeño and black olives, lobster toast, and seared sheep's cheese. As soon as you approach this restaurant, you'll be struck by the historic nature of its three-story, red-bricked building complete with roof and chimney. Central Provisions served as the center for the East India Trade Company in the 19th Century, and the restaurant interiors still retain some of this venerable character. Those looking for nightlife will appreciate that the bar is always bustling with trendy patrons on weekends.
Located on Canal Plaza in the Old Port District, Novare Res Bier Café is a family friendly establishment. Tucked in an alleyway hidden from street view, this inviting space offers one of the largest selections of craft beers in the city. From local brews to Belgian, German, and English ones, the impressive beer list is available on 25 rotating taps. The bottle selection is no less impressive with over 500 varieties. With a full bar offering an expansive wine list, tequila, and single malts spirits, this place offers a beverage list that goes well with its equally well thought out global bar food menu. A premier watering hole with a friendly staff and lovely outdoor beer garden, Novare Res Bier Café offers a fine place for socializing with friends.