Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Douro

    4.5 (41 reviews)
    Closed Closed
    Updated 3 months ago

    Douro Photos

    DOURO ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?

    You might also consider

    Recommended Reviews - Douro

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Patatas Bravas and Cava
    Jenna W.

    Best kept secret! We kind of stumbled into Douro tonight and it was such a pleasant surprise. We were seated immediately at the bar for drinks and apps. Our server Abby was incredible. So knowledgeable and helpful and sweet. She went out of her way to make sure our apps were perfect even separating the fish so I could (as a vegetarian) enjoy everything. A chef even came out to see if we were enjoying everything. Drinks were perfect. The atmosphere was casual but so elegant. They definitely made an impact on me and I will be back for more patatas bravas and Cava!

    Mushroom Porridge
    Mary Ellen S.

    My mother recently got back from a cruise on the Douro River! She was THRILLED to know that this place was open, so I thought I'd take her here to give it a try. I'm SO glad we did! The staff and service were incredible, the food was out of this world, and even the doors to the place were beautiful! We will definitely be back again soon. We had: - A Port & Tonic (my new fav cocktail tbh) - A wonderful, earthy, Spanish red wine from La Roja - The Cod - The Mushroom Porridge (Plus a surprise bit of pork pica pau which was delicious, and I will be ordering some again next time!) - And last (but certainly not least) we boxed up two little custard tarts to go, because we all but licked our plates! All around, a solid 10/10 experience. Thank you so much!

    Amaury J.

    Portuguese food in Maine? We were skeptical, but Douro delivered and just exceeded my expectations in every way. First off, I want to give a shoutout to the staff. We were running late for our reservation due to some unexpected delays, and we called them and they were so accommodating. From the moment we stepped inside, as others have mentioned, we felt like we were in a bustling Portuguese/Spanish taverna. The restaurant is beautiful inside, and relatively compact (which I think leads to the lively and bustling atmosphere). The tiles and decor are reminiscent of Portugal, although our server told us that the menu is also influenced by Spanish cuisine (note that Spanish influence is more subtle; the place is definitely more Portuguese fare than anything else). We sat at this bar-like area near the kitchen, where we had a partial view of all the action. At first, I thought it would be tight and uncomfortable, but it worked just fine. We started our night with the vermouth service, a $14/pp (2 people minimum) vermouth experience that I cannot recommend enough. We got two glasses filled with their house vermouth + a small carafe with more (it was delicious), frozen grapes, lemon, sparkling water, Spanish potato chips, and the most delicious olives. It was enough to make two vermouth-based drinks. If you're into vermouth, this is a must. We were impressed by the extensive menu and, in retrospect, ordered too much food from the excitement (there was no room for dessert, sadly). The menu included many small, shareable dishes (as expected) and local seafood, but also offered sizable mains. The "small plates" portions ended up being bigger than expected (nice surprise!). We loved everything. The green eggs and ham were a hit, as was the Gildas. The pork belly (pork pica Pau) was delicious. We definitely had too much salt between the gem lettuce and the salt cod croquettes; the latter was on the saltier side but still delicious. This is a great spot for family-style meals. My husband's ribeye was good, albeit "not out of this world" according to him, but my half-chicken with spicy marinade and honey was one of the best chicken dishes I've had this year. All in all, I think Douro will be a hit in Portland. This is a place you can stop at for a drink, a proper date night, or a family-style meal with friends. It feels less "formal" than its sister restaurant Twelve, while offering food that's just as incredible.

    Duck with dirty rice
    Felicia M.

    We spent our Valentine's Day at this charming restaurant. It was a price fix menu with many delicious selections. When we arrived we were greeted by two friendly hosts. The room we originally arrived in was decorated with plants and a bar. We were brought to the back room which felt a bit sterile. We were seated at the end of a long table that reminded me of being in a school. The food that was served was delicious. I have a gluten allergy and they were sure to meet my needs. The deviled eggs were divine and the duck in dirty rice was amazing. Give this place a try.

    Danielle V.

    Wonderful new restaurant in Portland Maine, at the end of commercial. It's a great new spot with lots of seating and a big dining room area, also a large bar. It's a Portuguese restaurant with lots of different food options and drinks. You can get the wine in many different once pours. We tried a few things, including the octopus, halibut and chicken. Everything is done really well. The service was impeccable. Overall great new spot!

    Brett F.

    Considering the proximity to my office, this was the most anticipated opening for me, and I'm very pleased with the early results. Douro is a far larger and more accessible space than sister restaurant Twelve. If that is a once-a-year special occasion dinner, Douro could easily be a spot for a casual drink and app. While the whole menu is not Portuguese, probably half is, which is new to the city. The Good: -The drink menu is well conceived. Wines are available in 5 sizes(!) and thoughtfully sorted by flavor profile. You can certainly ball out, but there's also some great values. Is it appropriate to order a carafe for yourself? I'll find out. -There are some unusual drinks. We tried the Vermouth Service ($14 per person) which consisted of a small carafe of vermouth, a huge bottle of sparkling water, the best marinated olives I've ever had, potato chips, candy gummies, and glasses with frozen grapes. This was basically an appetizer and drink package in one and we found it extremely unique and fun. It's also the single best order in the "Golden Hour" of 3:30-4:30, when most of the kitchen is closed. -There's a Poncha Pitcher ($50), which serves four (or two of me). This traditional Madeira drink has rum, honey and orange. The menu also emphasizes sherries, ports and madeiras. Elsewhere, if these are offered at all, it's only during dessert, so I love seeing them featured. -The food menu is a mix of safe and comfortable (halibut, ribeye, fried calamari, oysters, gem lettuce) and more adventurous (tinned fish, piri-piri chicken, mushroom porridge, cataplana and several other Portuguese dishes). The pork collar ($32) was very good, and deceptively spicy with the hot pepper. -Service is already perfected and the atmosphere almost feels Lisbon-ish. It's a bright, slick space with many varieties of seating. It's also the rare downtown restaurant that can comfortably seat large parties. The Less Good: -It's a new opening, so there's some quirks. The attractive entry doors open directly into bar seats, and the gust of air on fall days already makes the bar chilly. It would be unbearable in winter, so they'll need to curtain shop or find some solution. -The cocktail menu has no descriptions, which is unusual in general, but doesn't work when half of the choices are Portuguese. The N/A menu re-lists all of the same cocktails, taking valuable menu space that could be used for descriptions. -It would be nice if the main courses came with a side. They're not quite filling enough on their own, and once you add a $5 side, it approaches more expensive, Scales-type territory. Douro has been open for just two days (as of this review) but is already so polished. It's refreshing that it's not another overpriced small plate restaurant, and the many Portuguese dishes mean I'll need several return visits to try them all. Plus, they already serve brunch!

    Poncha
    Rose M.

    Yes, this is a Portuguese "inspired" restaurant so don't disappoint yourself thinking this is a Portuguese restaurant as it is not. I am Portuguese so I went in very excited. I loved the decor, which definitely has a Portuguese vibe. The music was not so great as I would have liked maybe a little Fado music intertwined with their modern music. Service was top notch and extremely attentive. It was right up there with white glove service. You have multiple workers ready to help you at any moment. Presentation of the dishes was outstanding. They really are passionate about the process. I LOVED the (what I assume) to be one of the chefs coming out to explain the dishes we had such as the mussels, canned appetizer, and the star of the evening The Cataplana. The Cataplana served for 2 people, I would say, with not a huge appetite as the portions weren't all that big but it was perfect for how hungry we were. The smoked mussel appetizer was absolutely unbelievable. All of our meals were extremely tasty. I feel you can't go wrong with any dish. The piri piri chicken was the most moist chicken that I've had in my lifetime. It was a large portion that we actually took home leftovers. The Poncha carafe was lovely and you can't go 2 feet in Madeira without ordering a Poncha. It is the traditional drink. For dessert we had a Pastal de nata (means single). On the menu it says pasteis, which is multiple but you only get one. It was good not great and overly priced at $9 when the same thing for brunch is $7. We enjoyed ourself so much, we went back for brunch the next day and I highly recommend Brunch as well. I'm thinking it was my favorite. I had the egg sandwich served in a Portuguese muffin. A MUST try. We had the bifana, which is far from a traditional bifana and more like a Cuban sandwich. Traditional bifana would be on a bulky Portuguese roll w marinated slices of pork. It was more like pulled pork and had pickles and mustard and served on the Portuguese muffin. It was so delicious we ordered one to go. My daughter loved her torrijas carmelizadas. Paid parking and right in the water next to the cruise ships.

    Calamari

    See all

    9 days ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 2
    Love this 5
    Oh no 0

    23 days ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Jared L.
    90
    39
    65

    1 month ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 2
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    9 days ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 2
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    23 days ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 month ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 months ago

    Helpful 5
    Thanks 2
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    11 months ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Nestor P.
    49
    25
    12

    1 month ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    15 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 months ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 2
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 months ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 2
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    10 months ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 3
    Love this 4
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 2
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    1 month ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 months ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 2
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    1 month ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 2
    Photo of V R.
    0
    52
    2

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Ben F.
    57
    17
    0

    6 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Shaun T.
    132
    71
    14

    8 months ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 1
    Love this 4
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Joe Z.
    0
    61
    13

    10 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Rob H.
    0
    46
    3

    11 months ago

    Food is great if portions small. Wait staff told me a lot of what I already know. I love the decor and general feel of the place.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Ray N.
    0
    78
    9

    8 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 months ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    Page 1 of 2

    Ask the Community - Douro

    Salt Yard Cafe & Bar - Oatmeal

    Salt Yard Cafe & Bar

    4.4(121 reviews)
    0.8 miOld Port

    Oh man this was good! So good it got 2 visits on our trip, and usually I always want to try a new…read moreplace but we all enjoyed it so much! This place won me over with my favorite coffee of the whole trip! That sea salt Carmel latte is what coffee dreams are made of! Omg, perfectly sweet and creamy with this nice salty kick to perfectly balance the sweetness. Like lick the cup clean! So cute inside, it's in the Canopy hotel which is beautiful btw! But anyone can come in and eat, it's busy too! Order at the counter then they bring you the food. All the food we got was great too, that corned beef hash so good! Great flavor!

    Salt Yard was okay overall, but probably a 3/5 for me…read more It's attached to a hotel and I was a little surprised that there wasn't table service. You order at the counter and they bring your food out to you. The line can be pretty long. That said, everyone working there was really friendly and the space was very clean and cute. I ordered the hash and eggs. My eggs came out overcooked, and they were very nice about replacing them, but when the new eggs came out they were kind of just slopped onto a plate. For the price, I expected a little more in both the food and overall experience. BUT...the Salt Yard iced latte was friggin amazing. Easily the highlight and I would absolutely come back for that. Not terrible by any means, just a little overpriced for what you get.

    Photos
    Salt Yard Cafe & Bar - Christmas ambiance!

    Christmas ambiance!

    Salt Yard Cafe & Bar - Salmon toast

    Salmon toast

    Salt Yard Cafe & Bar - Salmon toast

    See all

    Salmon toast

    Hot Suppa - French toast

    Hot Suppa

    4.4(1.2k reviews)
    1.3 miWest End
    $$

    First time trying Hot Suppa in Portland and it definitely lived up to the hype. I ordered the whole…read morepork egg sandwich (without the egg) and it was absolutely delicious--perfectly cooked pork with great flavor in every bite. I also tried a bite of the biscuits and gravy at the table and they were rich, comforting, and seriously tasty. The drinks were just as impressive. The espresso martini was perfectly balanced, and even the mocktail was refreshing and well made. And our waitress was the sweetest (and honestly the prettiest!). She was so warm and friendly that I'd come back just to chat with her again. Great service, great food, great experience overall. Definitely worth a stop if you're in Portland.

    We've been trying to visit Hot Suppa during our past few trips to Portland, but never really had a…read morechance to. When we finally came during the off season, we thought this would be the perfect opportunity since wait times were shorter. The wait on a Saturday afternoon was about 15-20 minutes. I will say - I had high hopes for Hot Suppa. Between my fiance and I, we ordered the waffle, side of corned beef hash, and the fried green tomatoes eggs benny. The corned beef hash here is excellent - that I do have to acknowledge. I was a bit underwhelmed by the fried green tomatoes though. The tomatoes were just okay, but the excessive hollandaise sauce really just made the whole dish waaay too heavy. It was also just messy. Service was slow & our waitress tended to disappear for long periods of time. Coffee & water refills both took a long time. Parking here is difficult but not impossible. Most spots are only for an hour or so.

    Photos
    Hot Suppa - Entrance

    Entrance

    Hot Suppa - Cute dish, but the beef is a bit overcook, and dry. Overall, everything is good

    Cute dish, but the beef is a bit overcook, and dry. Overall, everything is good

    Hot Suppa - Waffle plate

    See all

    Waffle plate

    Ocotillo - Brisket bowl with egg

    Ocotillo

    4.6(100 reviews)
    1.3 miWest End

    Exceptional brunch in Portland! From the vibe to the service and the food and drinks, this place…read moreticks all the boxes! They take reservations, even for breakfast/brunch, and I highly recommend making one, especially if you'd like a spot on their very-cool covered patio. Even if you don't, and even if you have to wait a few mins for a seat, don't be deterred - it's so worth it! The feeling inside feels like a celebration of culture, like a Mexican restaurant got a glow-up. Big comfy booths invite you to sit and stay a while. The menu is small but thoughtful and the drinks, from the horchata and cold brew to the cocktails, are nicely curated and feature delightfully unique and seasonal ingredients. My mango coffee cocktail was nothing I would've ordered on my own but I took a recommendation from the bartender and was blown away by how well the flavors played together. Anything you get to eat will be exceptional. If I'm not mistaken, this is the sister restaurant to Teralingua. If you know anything about their brisket, you have a slight idea of what delights await you! Most recently, we tried the brisket grilled cheese birria-style, with consomme on the side for dipping. Let me tell you, my eyes rolled so far back in my head, I lost a contact lens. The service, even at the bar, was wonderful - Jenny was friendly but chill, helpful, quick. A sheer delight during times when great service seems like a relic of the past. We always leave stuffed with a smile on our face.

    Had an amazing breakfast meal here. We were just walking by and decided to stop in and see what it…read morewas all about. There was such a cozy and texmex vibe. We sat at the bar and just got a couple dishes off the menu. The food was vibrant, full of flavor. The service at the bar was awesome too, very attentive, great recommendations. But this is a must stop. Parking is just on the street, and if you come during the week, it's a bit quieter. We will be back.

    Photos
    Ocotillo
    Ocotillo - Tacos - smoked brisket and pork shoulder

    Tacos - smoked brisket and pork shoulder

    Ocotillo - Front Door

    See all

    Front Door

    Nom Cafe - Eggs panagura

    Nom Cafe

    4.6(62 reviews)
    1.0 miOld Port

    Fantastic food, happy servers, labor of love. Side street delight, Not many 'sit downs' in Portland…read morefor breakfast, this one made the grade, air conditioned in summer. Try it.

    NOBODY TOLD ME. Nobody told me that Nom Cafe is one of the best spots for brunch in Portland's Arts…read moreDistrict, with some of the yummiest and most unique breakfast food? A Balkan-inspired menu? Come on. I finally tried it and I'm already counting down until I go back. I was expecting casual counter service and your typical breakfast food. I was so wrong. We were greeted by the warmest staff, who let us pick our own table. We sat by the windows, which was perfect for the morning sunlight; exactly what we wanted. The menu is eastern European with some Spanish touches (think huevos rotos and patatas bravas). Books featuring Bulgarian photography and other eastern European countries were scattered around the space, it was a lovely touch. The service was just as great as the food. My hot coffee came in the cutest mug and our waitress kept refilling it without being asked. The mekitsi and parzhen were phenomenal, with the parzhen being my favorite. The spreads they came with... I wanted to bottle those and take them home. My husband had the patatas bravas and I had the shakshuka, and we added kyufteh to both, this incredible in-house sausage that was 10/10 (it was a little spicy!). Everything was phenomenal and the portions were generous. If you're not feeling adventurous, they also have traditional eggs and omelettes, all with a little twist and somewhat elevated. Their drinks menu was impressive too if you're into a fancy coffee. Can't recommend this place enough. I shall be back!

    Photos
    Nom Cafe - Interior seating and bar/register area

    Interior seating and bar/register area

    Nom Cafe - Shakshuka

    Shakshuka

    Nom Cafe - Grapefruit juice

    See all

    Grapefruit juice

    The Friendly Toast - Sally's toast.

    The Friendly Toast

    4.5(428 reviews)
    0.3 miEast Bayside
    $$

    We had breakfast at Friendly Toast while visiting Maine and it was one of our favorite meals of the…read moretrip. We had a large party of 9, and despite our size, the service was outstanding. Our waitress was incredibly friendly, sweet, and attentive. The food was delicious, and with nine people ordering all different items, everyone left happy. My personal favorite was the breakfast tacos--they were fantastic. The homemade jam was also a big hit at our table. What really stood out to me, though, was their homemade maple turmeric hot sauce. It was so good that I kept putting it on everything. I honestly wish they bottled and sold it because I would have bought several bottles to take home to Arizona and give as gifts to my coworkers. Great food, wonderful service, and a fun atmosphere. We would definitely come back the next time we're in Maine.

    5/5 - ambiance. Absolutely love the decor and retro atmosphere. It makes for an entertaining…read moreexperience just looking around to see what's going on. 5/5 - service. The wait staff was extremely friendly and welcoming. Our waitress was attentive and made sure to check in often. 3.5/5 - food. This was difficult because of the Portland food scene being so competitive. Overall, it was just average. The homemade hot sauce has the tiniest kick, but adds good flavor. Dishes were unique but didn't come off as anything to write home about.

    Photos
    The Friendly Toast
    The Friendly Toast - Hash quiche

    Hash quiche

    The Friendly Toast - Boozey Iced Coffee Flight (front) & Fall Flight (back)

    See all

    Boozey Iced Coffee Flight (front) & Fall Flight (back)

    Ugly Duckling

    Ugly Duckling

    4.3(86 reviews)
    1.4 miWest End

    This is a really cute little coffee shop/diner in the middle of a residential neighborhood not far…read morefrom the Portland Head Light. We decided to come here for coffee and snacks before heading to the park for the morning with our toddler. We arrived around 9:30am and must've gotten lucky bc we walked right up to the bar and were helped by a super friendly gal and ordered coffees, a few pastries from their display case (I got a huge chocolate chip cookie cup stuffed with Nutella for later) and my husband ordered the Pastrami on Rye sandwich to go. We sat and waited about 15 minutes and watched the crowd grow as about 20 people came into order to go drinks and snacks and a few chose to sit at the patio tables out front for dine in. By the time we left they were warning folks that the kitchen was taking about 45 minutes for food bc of so many orders at once and take out. It's charming inside, with a large bar area with about 15 bar seats, and a few small tables. Cute decor on the walls all Duck-themed and friendly staff who were really bustling. Of note: the Pastrami sandwich my husband ordered was AMAZING. One of the top ones he's had and he orders them everywhere. The pastrami was hot and fresh and the rye was perfectly toasted. My 2-year old loved it. Ha! They have a nice menu of food items inside - with sandwiches, specials, and lunch/dinner options it looked like. I'd love to come back and have more time to chill, enjoy the vibes on a slow afternoon, and order some food.

    The boys needed some breakfast/brunch and lucky for us we were within walking distance of the Ugly…read moreDuckling. Once arrived we ordered at the counter. They have a lot of breakfast sandwiches made on their homemade English Muffins. When I went to order I asked what's the favorite/best sellers and we told the Yinzer. I also figured I'd get another sandwich too so I went with the Pastrami on Rye. Unfortunately they did not have any Pastrami available so I will say I panicked a little and ordered the BLT. I took a bit to get our food but they were busy so I et that. Once home I got into the Yinzer first. Let me tell you this thing was saucy but I like it that way. I will say I was a big fan of the English Muffin, probably on of the best I have had. I also had plenty of Chipped Ham which was rather tasty. Now the BLT I wasn't the biggest fan of. I guess I'm just not a big fan of a breakfast sandwich with veggies on it. Just didn't work for me. Would for sure come back if I was in town again because they have a lot of tasty sounding sandwiches.

    Photos
    Ugly Duckling - Interior

    Interior

    Ugly Duckling - Be Como Se Dice Buon Giorno

    Be Como Se Dice Buon Giorno

    Ugly Duckling - Love the pink lid. This was the salted honey latte.

    See all

    Love the pink lid. This was the salted honey latte.

    Douro - portuguese - Updated August 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...