This place came recommended by multiple people, and now that I've been, I can really see why this…read moreis a must-visit in Portland. Once you are seated, you're handed a paper menu on which you mark your selections, then bring that marked-up menu to the counter, where you order and get a number. Food is brought up to you, and you can order subsequent rounds of food by crossing out previous orders and marking up the menu anew. I would highly recommend multiple rounds of oysters -- the first to try one of each and figure out which varieties you prefer, the second to get more of the ones you like, and the last to go all in on your favorite. They've got a varied selection that will suit various tastes, whether you favor a large creamy oyster, a small briny guy, or somewhere in between. All from Maine, which made me feel better about having oysters in a non-ber month. The oysters here are top notch, and the shuckers are, too. Not a single speck of shell in there! I love oysters, and this was my paradise. The non oyster items are also worth trying, so if you have a friend who isn't into oysters, there's something here for them, too. The smoked fish dip and french onion dip are awesome, and the chips they get from another local producer are fantastic. Whether you're a beer lover, a wine person, or a cocktailer, they've got something for you here. Any of those could be the perfect company for your favorite oyster, or you could go for their cucumber mint lemonade slushy, which is insanely refreshing and a great palate cleanser between oysters. Service is efficient, welcoming, and friendly. I think anyone from an oyster novice to an aficionado would feel right at home here. If I didn't live on the opposite side of the country, I'd be here all the time. Unfortunately for me, I'm relegated to pining for these oysters from a distance. If you live nearby, take advantage of your proximity and eat some oysters for me.

5/29/26 A special note- a new dish added to the menu- the…read moreseafood cocktail- is a winner. This is the go-to dish for the partner who doesn't care for oysters- it it superlative, and I hope it remains on the offerings. The service today- especially fine. I have become, as the French would say, "an habitué"

We just stopped for a cocktail before dinner Great service…read more Very unique cocktails Well worth the stop

A cute speakeasy that was randomly playing a horror film in the back! Managed to snag two seats at…read morethe bar and the tenders were friendly and attentive. I got the Homeboy drink that was smooth and also has crushed captain crunch on the lime, which was interesting. It was nice but the drink wasn't anything that special in my opinion. Place is a vibe though! My only gripe with this place is that the singular bathroom smells like vomit. I even left the place and someone asked me about the bathroom, which is apparently known as the vomit-smelling bathroom. So beware about that if you need to go.

Had a little time to kill prior to a dinner reservation and there is no better way to spend it than…read moretrying a bit of wine. Que up Blue Lobster Urban Winery and enjoy a great spot to quench that wine thirst. I have to say was intrigued by the whole wine in the can scenario, but the selection does not disappoint and the atmosphere is enjoyable at this location. Staff was extremely friendly with quick service. Normally food truck supported and have some interesting night festivities from time to time (salsa night for example). Definitely worth checking out and enjoying a sip!

This place is super chill, especially on a Sunday afternoon when they have live jazz. We didn't try…read morethe charcuterie truck but we all liked the wine choices. Perfect for summer lyrical libations in this alcohol alcove of Portland. Despite being in cans, the friendly helpful bartenders will let you taste first, too.

Amazing wine bar in Portland! I love the new concept of serving yourself the quantity and the style…read moreyou want. They have different oz to be served, and more than 20 wines to choose from. The owner and the staff are beyond friendly and personable. The space is beautiful decorated and elegant. I had a great experience at Angoor, don't miss out!

Great selection of wine and great people!!! The owner is kind, helpful, and professional - the…read moreinside is super cute and clean. Definitely a must stop in Portland!!

Always a treat. We don't live in Portland but we imagine it is such a gift to have a neighborhood…read morewine shop with a carefully curated selection of wines. This is one of the few places in Portland we try to visit every year when we visit and we're never disappointed. The tasting menu is always great and the owner is delightful, offering thoughtful notes on each of the wines. A great place to get out of the heat and relax during the summer. Definitely stop by!

Had a lovely Galicia Spain wine flight (can also make alterations for other wines on the menu if…read morepreferred) with thorough explanations provided for each wine and the process involved for creating the wine and mixture based on the region. Intimate lowkey atmosphere with peaceful music for a quiet speaking ambiance, absolutely will recommend to others on their visit to Portland!

The pepperoni pizza was amazing, definitely a top tier pizza in the city. Service was great, all…read morevery nice staff. The inside has a great vibe to it, and even though it was super busy we got our drinks and food pretty fast. Had a great selection of beers and wines for whatever your taste pallet may be. Pizza had a beautiful crisp to it with a well balanced sauce. You can tell it's made from all high quality ingredients. Definitely will be back to try more of the menu, especially the gramma slice which looked delicious.

My partner and I finally decided to try this spot after walking past it several times. The interior…read moreis quite chic, with barstool seating and a selection of wines. Everything is self-serve: you get your own water and cutlery, order at the front, and they bring the food out to you. We ordered the "weird little salad" for $10 and two pepperoni pizzas for $18 each, one with a hot honey add-on (additional $2). I didn't love the "weird little salad," since it was a strange clash of flavors of textures (perhaps as advertised?), but my main gripe is that it was extremely tiny, basically the size of a ring dish, barely enough for one person. We enjoyed the pizza, which was on the oilier side but yummy. Overall, though, we left the place feeling underwhelmed. For two pizzas and a tiny bit of salad, the bill came out to over $60, which felt like a lot given the casual barstool seating and the lack of sit-down service. For a quick bite in a time crunch, maybe I'd come back again, but otherwise, I'll probably stick to Portland's many other great offerings.

It's always unfortunate and sad to write a re-review for a spot that is a favorite that will be…read moreclosing. Gross Confection recently announced on social media they would be shutting down the bar/desserts service while remaining open as a bakery. My wife and I came here many a times for an end cap to the night for one last drink and delicious and beautifully made desserts. From times in their dimly lit space that gave off romantic vibes or even enjoying our desserts in the summer sun outside people watching, every time will be remembered. Timing worked out well and we were doing a staycation in Portland and knew we needed to add a stop here one last time. Thankfully we got our names in on the waiting list early enough Friday and got sat as one of the last tables. We each had one last phenomenal drink; my wife and Apricot 75 that had a great tart kick of apricot and lemon. While I enjoyed their Chai Fashioned which spelt like a chai but had that boozy bourbon warming you'd expect. Dessert wise everything sounded good as always but we settled on two. The Goat Cheesecake and Pineapple Cake. The cheesecake was the perfect sweetness without being cloying and the blueberry sorbet on top paired so well. The pineapple cake was moist and tasted so good we needed to scrap the plate clean. I'm sad that Portland is losing this amazing dessert space but glad it's not a complete goodbye since they'll operate the bakery still! If you somehow read this today and have the chance make it in for one last visit tonight before they close their doors!

It is a bar, but with the highest quality dessert. They do not serve non- dessert food…read more This was my 2nd time there. Loved it again. Great service, cozy atmosphere, open later (we went after 9pm), great selection of desserts.

Visited Novare Res twice in early June. It is tricky to find so walk up Exchange Street and take a…read moreleft onto Canal Plaza. They have a large outdoor space with plenty of tables. The draft list is impressive. I had the Meteor Pils from France, which was very good. They hosted the Portland Pub Sing (first Monday of the month) in a very packed room inside. It was standing room only but I briefly stood outside and heard a few sea shanties.

Novare Res is a convenient and inviting space to get beers with friends while out in Portland. I…read morealways enjoy my time drinking at Novare. The menu is expansive and inclusive, but ovewhelming and the food that I've had the few times I've ventured that far has not been as good as I was anticipating. I have heard good things about their food from other people though, so I guess I'll just have to keep trying!