Portland is a foodie destination! All of these recommendations are just a 3-5 minute drive from our welcome party if you would like to get dinner beforehand.
Most reservations open up two months prior.
Scales
68 Commercial Street, Portland, ME 04101, (207) 805-0444
The Otterbeins took us to Scales on Mike's first visit to Maine. This is a town favorite! Must make reservations.
Street & Co
33 Wharf Street, Portland, ME 04101, (207) 775-0887
Impossible to have a bad meal. MB recommends the Sole Francaise. Must make reservations.
Evo Kitchen + Bar
443 Fore Street, Portland, ME 04101, (207) 358-7830
"local ingredients and foreign flavor infusion has redefined classic Maine fare" Chef Matt Ginn's mastery has wowed critics and judges on the national stage, winning him the title of Food Network’s Chopped Champion 3 times.
Solo Italiano
100 Commercial Street, Portland, ME 04101, (207) 780-0227
Upscale Italian. We love the "Mandilli al Vero Pesto Genovese" Must make reservation.
Fore Street
Fore Street, Portland, ME 04101
Award winning restaurant since 1996! Must make reservation.
ViA VECCHiA
10 Dana Street, Portland, ME 04101, (207) 407-7070
Reminds us of Manhattan. Incredible ambiance, cocktails, gourmet pizzas and pastas. The Calandras and Otterbeins celebrated our engagement here.
Mount Desert Island Ice Cream
51 Exchange Street, Portland, ME 04101, (207) 210-3432
Incredible flavors, always changing!
Gorgeous Gelato Portland
434 Fore Street, Portland, ME 04101, (207) 699-4309
Authentic Gelato in Downtown Portland!
Gilberts Chowder House
92 Commercial Street, Portland, ME 04101, (207) 871-5636
A Calandra favorite! No frills, outstanding chowder!
Eventide Oyster Co.
86 Middle Street, Portland, ME 04101, (207) 774-8538
Tiny, busy seafood joint with a raw bar, lobster rolls & creative New England fare, plus cocktails!
Blyth & Burrows
26 Exchange Street, Portland, ME 04101, (207) 613-9070
Cocktails, oysters and cheese boards! (pro tip, go through the "bookshelf" for a more casual vibe).
Standard Baking Co
75 Commercial Street, Portland, ME 04101, (207) 773-2112
Everything is delicious!
Crispy Gai
90 Exchange Street, Portland, ME 04101, (207) 536-1017
Harrisons new favorite spot!
The Honey Paw
78 Middle Street, Portland, ME 04101, (207) 774-8538
Ideal for lunch. Run by James Beard award-winning restaurateurs.
The Shop by Island Creek Oysters
123 Washington Avenue, Portland, ME 04101, (207) 699-4466
Austin Street Brewery
115 Fox Street, Portland, ME 04101, (207) 200-1994
This brewery is great and near several others: Rising Tide, Belleflower, Goodfire, Lone Pine and more!
The Highroller Lobster Co.
104 Exchange Street, Portland, ME 04101, (207) 536-1623
Lobster rolls & other seafood in a neighborhood diner that sources local brioche rolls!
Ramona's
98 Washington Avenue, Portland, ME 04101, (207) 956-7194
For your Sunday morning breakfast sandwich needs ;)
Terlingua
40 Washington Avenue, Portland, ME 04101, (207) 956-7573
Terlingua, known for its Texas-style barbecue and creative Mexican fare, another favorite of ours!
Après
148 Anderson Street, Portland, ME 04101, (207) 613-8231
Craft seltzer’s and hard ciders, great vibes!
Maine & Loire
59 Washington Avenue, Portland, ME 04101, (207) 805-1336
Wine shop and wine bar, check the hours
The Porthole Restaurant & Pub
20 Custom House Wharf, Portland, ME 04101, (207) 773-4653
Super casual spot on the wharf, always a good time. Live music on Friday and Sunday.