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Portland Picks
Fore Street is one of Portland Picks.

1. Fore Street

9.0
288 Fore St (btwn Franklin & Custom House), Portland, ME
New American Restaurant · Downtown Portland · 117 tips and reviews

EpicuriousEpicurious: Fore Street was one of the first restaurants in Maine to feature an open kitchen with a wood-burning oven, grill, and turnspit and is still famous for its tight network of local food suppliers.

Eventide Oyster Co. is one of Portland Picks.

2. Eventide Oyster Co.

9.4
86 Middle St (btwn Franklin and Hampshire), Portland, ME
Seafood Restaurant · 280 tips and reviews

Chelsea R.Chelsea Raab: The lobster roll with brown butter vinaigrette is the best thing I have ever eaten. Ever.

Duckfat is one of Portland Picks.

3. Duckfat

9.1
43 Middle St, Portland, ME
New American Restaurant · 228 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Chef/owner Rob Evans won a James Beard Award and "Chopped" but left high-end Hugo's to concentrate on his palace of poutine and duck confit panini. The wait will be well worth it. [Eater 38 Member]

Miyake is one of Portland Picks.

4. Miyake

8.4
468 Fore St, Portland, ME
Japanese Restaurant · Downtown Portland · 35 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Miyake serves only fish from Maine waters or flown in from Japan. Chef Masa Miyake’s tasting menus paired with sake offer a world-class experience. [Eater 18 Member]

The Front Room is one of Portland Picks.

5. The Front Room

8.9
73 Congress St, Portland, ME
Breakfast Spot · East End · 43 tips and reviews

🌴Just__Jared🌴🌴Just__Jared🌴: The Lamb Shepards Pie is to die for. A good drink to match with it is the Portland Manhattan

Local 188 is one of Portland Picks.

6. Local 188

685 Congress St, Portland, ME
Bar · Parkside · 70 tips and reviews

Rob G.Rob Gould (@bobbbyg): Meatballs. That is all I have to say.

Bayside American Cafe is one of Portland Picks.

7. Bayside American Cafe

8.4
98 Portland St (Forest Ave), Portland, ME
Breakfast Spot · West Bayside · 58 tips and reviews

Benjamin P.Benjamin Palmer: Best brunch. Frittatas and wraps are great, crazy home fries, get a single giant pancake to share on the side. Can be a long wait. Sit out back if you can

Paciarino is one of Portland Picks.

8. Paciarino

470 Fore St, Portland, ME
Italian Restaurant · Downtown Portland · 15 tips and reviews

Stéphane W. D.Stéphane W. Desjardins: Very good and original restaurant in Portland. Feels like owner just dropped off from northen Italy.... charming place. Frozen pastas and sauce available to bring home. Very tasty

Caiola's is one of Portland Picks.

9. Caiola's

58 Pine St (Brackett St.), Portland, ME
American Restaurant · West End · 20 tips and reviews

Rob G.Rob Gould (@bobbbyg): For both brunch and dinner. Both are incredible. Perfect semi-upscale (but very comfortable) neighborhood restaurant. Outstanding and varied menu. Check out the back patio during the warmer months.

Grace is one of Portland Picks.

10. Grace

15 Chestnut St (at Congress St.), Portland, ME
New American Restaurant · Downtown Portland · 32 tips and reviews
The Great Lost Bear is one of Portland Picks.

11. The Great Lost Bear

8.5
540 Forest Ave (at Ashmont St), Portland, ME
Pub · 107 tips and reviews

Justin E.Justin Ellis: The Cheesus Christ Superstar is a burger stashed between two grilled cheese sandwiches. You will see the true face of god

Scratch Baking Co. is one of Portland Picks.

12. Scratch Baking Co.

9.1
416 Preble St (at Pillsbury St), South Portland, ME
Bakery · 41 tips and reviews

Mario M.Mario Moretto: Get here early, before its all gone. I highly recommend the plain croissants and all the bagel varieties. But warning: There's no seating, so grab your goodies and go.

The White Barn Inn & Spa is one of Portland Picks.

13. The White Barn Inn & Spa

8.3
37 Beach Ave, Kennebunk, ME
French Restaurant · 23 tips and reviews

Michelin Travel & LifestyleMichelin Travel & Lifestyle: Jacket required in this splurge-worthy old barn. Try the seared beef tenderloin in a horseradish crust. – Green Guide Editor

Flatbread Company is one of Portland Picks.

14. Flatbread Company

9.2
72 Commercial St, Portland, ME
Pizzeria · Downtown Portland · 60 tips and reviews

Portland Old PortPortland Old Port: Rustic Flatbreads made with local ingredients in a huge clay oven. Great for families, outdoor waterfront seating available in summer. Try the Jimmy's Chicken Flatbread and a housemade lemonade

Hugo's is one of Portland Picks.

15. Hugo's

88 Middle St, Portland, ME
French Restaurant · 24 tips and reviews

Travel ChannelTravel Channel: Andrew Zimmern and a bowl of cod and sperm chowder at Hugo's in Portland, ME. As seen on Bizarre Foods.

Street and Co. is one of Portland Picks.

16. Street and Co.

9.0
33 Wharf St, Portland, ME
Seafood Restaurant · Downtown Portland · 55 tips and reviews

EaterEater: In a rustic brick space off the cobblestones of Wharf Street you will find fresh seafood prepared simply and near perfectly. [Eater 18 Member]