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Marcia DunsmoreNovember 24, 2017Really well seasoned, imaginative, well presented and portioned food. Excellent service. Just a great bigger night out type spot. Biggest night with tasting I assume but we were just not that hungry
EaterJanuary 8, 2014The newly remodeled old standby made modern by current co-owners Andrew Taylor, Mike Wiley and Arlin Smith provides a fine dining experience unlike any other in the city. [Eater 18 Member]
Conrad JellisonFebruary 13, 2015Second time her and an absolute pleasure each time. Menu is continually changing, go with the 5 course you will not be disappointed. You can choose from the sea, field and beef
EpicuriousAugust 3, 2014The best reason to come to Hugo's is the homey peanut butter cup, a warm bittersweet chocolate cake served with peanut butter ice cream. Read more
Marc GiovannettiAugust 27, 2013Inventive food that works paired with great service. Excellent crisp pork belly, swordfish belly, beef with tomatillo jam. Very accommodating of my son's dairy and fish allergy.
Jimmy ThompsonSeptember 5, 2016I would call this a dining experience esp if you are a foodie. Unique approach to the tasting menu essentially you choose categories such as fowl
Visit MaineMay 19, 2011Chef Rob Evans is so talented. Nominated as the Best Chef in the Northeast by the James Beard Foundation in 2007 & 2009 - he never went to cooking school! Try the bar menu for something unique & tasty
Find. Eat. Drink.December 4, 2011Recommended by local chef Masa Miyake of Miyake and Pai Men Miyake: "The chef’s tasting menu at Hugo’s is always outstanding. It's for the adventurous who aren’t afraid to eat a little cod sperm."- EpicuriousNovember 17, 2010Hugo's opened in 1999 and put Portland on the map for food lovers. Don't skip the "blind tasting menu," and don't even think of leaving without trying a Peanut Butter Cup cake.
Bill MinkowitzAugust 30, 2013Fantastic food, warm and talented staff. Really an experience that should not be missed.
Travel ChannelFebruary 3, 2012Andrew Zimmern and a bowl of cod and sperm chowder at Hugo's in Portland, ME. As seen on Bizarre Foods.
Julia BoehmAugust 29, 2011Amaaaaazing place. Have Roxanne make you a killer drink and then have the tasting. Then, back to roxanne...
Arthur GjikaApril 23, 2010Have the salmon. Not for the salmon but for the fennel salad with preserved lemons and olives. Goddaaaaaaam so good.
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