New in town and not sure where to eat? Outside your usual stomping grounds? Or maybe you've been around for a while, but just looking for something new?
Here's a list of some favorite local eateries in the Greater Portland area.
Portland
Otto's Pizza
Tasty pizzas
Norimoto Bakery
Sweet & savory pastries
Sun Vietnamese Restaurant
Best banh mi & pho in town
Kon Asian Bistro
Steakhouse & Sushi Bar
The Honey Paw
Asian-Maine fusion
Eventide Oyster Co.
Oysters, Lobster Rolls, and more
Cape Elizabeth
Tacos Y Tequila
The name says it all
The Good Table
In between two state parks, this makes a great stop
Sea Glass
Unsurpassed Maine dining experience with spectacular ocean views
Grilling at Two Lights State Park
Bring and cook your own food - the seaside breeze and views are worth it!
Biddeford
Rover Bagel
Wood-fired bagels and handmade flavored cream cheese spreads
Great Place
Pillowy pancakes, crispy hash, crunchy chicken, and a decadent burger
Pizza By Alex
Serving pizza in Biddeford for over 50 year
Magnus on the Water
Small plates and inventive cocktails
Falmouth
Orchid Thai
Curries, noodles, and traditional Thai food with a creative presentation
Dockside Grill
Fresh, fun & flavorful New England fare with a modern twist as well as spectacular views of Casco Bay
Freeport
Antonia's Pizzeria
Chicken. Buffalo. Pizza. SO GOOD!
Bow Street Market
Quick deli eats and a market full of Maine focused treats
Gorham
MK Kitchen
A local favorite in downtown Gorham
Sebago Brewing Co
Destination brewery with wood fired oven and unique brews
Saco
Quiero Cafe
Arepas, Empanadas, Tostones, & Smoothies
New Moon Restaurant
Delicious Breakfast, Lunch, or Dinner
The Run of the Mill
Heaping plates of homemade food & large pints of house brewed beer
South Portland
Scratch Baking Co.
The BEST bagels; get the Maine Sea Salt
Omi's Coffee Shop
Drinks, sandwiches, snacks, and treats
Davids 388 Restaurant
Small neighborhood restaurant with seasonally changing menu
Elsmere BBQ & Wood Grill
Best item or what's great here
OTTO Pizza
Located in a converted service station features working garage doors that are opened opened during warmer months
Saltwater Grille
Tasty food with cozy fireside or waterfront deck dining with the best view of Portland across Casco Bay
Foulmouthed Brewing
Seasonally rotating burgers, sandwiches, craft cocktails, and unique beers
The Snow Squall
Casual, neighborhood restaurant with a focus on comfort food favorites, local Maine ingredients, fresh seafood, and a range of options for all tastes
CIA Cafe
Coffee, Ice Cream, & Art
Taco Trio
Traditional Mexican food
Willows Pizza
A SoPo staple for over 30 years
Two Fat Cats Bakery
American-style bakery specializing in fresh baked sweets from scratch made with real butter, local eggs, & wild Maine blueberries
Amato's
You can't go wrong with a classic Italian, some stuffers, or some cheese pazzo bread
Docks Seafood
Seafood with a focus on fresh, local, and sustainable
Carribean Taste
Get the true flavors of the Caribbean with dishes made using traditional recipes from the Islands
Sea Dog Brewing Co
A full line of award-winning handcrafted ales that capture the spirit of Maine's sea-faring history
Jaffa Mediterranean Grill (formerly Gyro Express)
Fresh Mediterranean and Middle Eastern fare including salads, pitas, bowls, and dips. Chicken shawarma, gyro meat, braised lamb, falafel, hummus, baba ganoush, cilantro potatoes, tabbouleh, baklava, and more. 100% Halal. 100% delicious.
Scarborough
Clam Bake
Enjoy fresh Maine seafood with views of Maine’s largest salt water marsh
Bite Into Maine
Lobster rolls, lobster grilled cheese, and lobster bisque, oh my!
Standish
Percy's Table
Serving fresh homemade breakfast and lunch in a welcoming, rustic American atmosphere
Papa's Ice Cream
Over 35 different Gifford's hard-serve flavors and 4 different soft-serve flavors
Westbrook
PHOever Maine
Authentic Southern Vietnamese cuisine
Big Fin Poké
Maine's first Hawaiian style poké restaurant
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