Came here on a Friday night and it was bustling but we were able to find a seat as more people were…read morefocused on getting into the more popular pub up the street (The Druid). I thought the Guinness here was completely on par with the quality of the Druid and several people were drinking it into form in what was a great audience of people socializing, music, and sports. Lastly, service was top notch even in such a high functioning place. If you want a pub still under the radar enough to actually enjoy yourself on a busy evening, An Sibin is your place!

I went to An Sibin for the first time on a Saturday around 8PM. At that time, it was pretty…read moredifficult to find anywhere to sit or stand-- it was crowded and is also a pretty small place. While we didn't try any of the food, the drinks were pretty good. I enjoyed my drink, called Penicillin, because the combination of honey, ginger, and lemon was delicious. Service was quick, but the person serving us seemed pretty annoyed that we were standing around our table. Overall, probably a great spot to go for a drink earlier in the night if you live nearby. However, not worth going out of your way to go to (parking was difficult), and definitely not well suited for larger groups.

Great intimate bar that has an extensive bourbon collection that's on great display. There's long…read morebar area and some booths. We stopped in for drinks only. The food around us looked terrific. We ordered an espresso martini that was great - they ask if want dark or creamy. Also ordered a drink l that was pink - can't remember name and did t take pic of menu! It was good. Ended with an Irish coffee. Server super nice and attentive. Very nice place to stop for a drink or their food!

Love this spot for both winter and summer. They have a large bar and some tables. In the summer…read morethey have lots of seats outside. Stopped here the other day for happy hour and I was super impressed with the prices and the food looked great even though we didn't get any. We got a dirty martini for only $8 and it was amazing. The bar tenders are super nice as well. The have a large selection of whisky and bourbon. Overall a great stop!

We came on a random tuesday night and were able to sit right away…read more We got garlic Parmesan Wings, which were so crispy and juicy and absolutely delicious. We also had a burger, which was very good as well, cooked to the right temp and not too much with the toppings. Fries are amazing along with the ranch. Last but not least don't get me started on the cookie pan, that was unbelievable and hit the spot and was enough to take home. I dream about the cookie pan often. Overall really enjoyed my dinning experience at The Goat!

Awesome place open late and great food gotta get the cookies and ice cream skillet it's absolutely…read moredelicious

Although this is technically a whiskey bar, they have an afternoon high tea that I visited with my…read moremother and daughter. First off, this bar, located in the Regency Hotel, was so welcoming and comfortable. There were big comfy seats set up around small tables so if you were with a group of 4 it was a great spot to sit and talk while you ate or drank. The high tea is currently priced at $33 per person. We had a choice of a few different teas or coffee, and the tiered tray of savories, scones, and sweets. Each person received their own pot of tea, and you were able to get refills. The sandwiches were a smoked salmon, cucumber and cream cheese, and small lobster roll on brioche. There were two types of scones, with one being an Earl Grey tea glazed. There was a good array of sweets with several delicious Macarons, and other small petite fours. All three of us had plenty to eat with a few take-home items. Our waitress was very attentive and sweet. Best part is there is free valet parking so you don't have to worry about finding a spot in downtown Portland. It was a lovely afternoon and we would definitely do this again! Highly recommended!

I stayed at this hotel recently and thought I'd try the whiskey bar. My wife works in a senior role…read morefor a major whiskey company and I've gotten to know the products quite well. I am also a member of a local Drammers club where I live. This bar has various whiskey bottle boxes littered throughout the window ledges of the bar and I saw a couple that I really like and that are not usually in what I would call "regular" whiskey bars (where the bar markets itself as a whiskey bar but only carries basic stuff). There was nobody in the bar at the time as it was early. So, I inquired with the bartender as to whether they had the products in the boxes (which are empty) and she said we have some stuff but not others and we have a menu that is not up to date. I said i'd come back as I had to make a plan with my wife as to whether any of the relatives traveling with us would join me after we put our son to bed. I returned to the bar probably maybe an hour later later with my mother in law (my other relatives when to get food and my wife watched our son in the room). I grabbed the menu booklet and saw almost none of the whiskeys displayed on the window sills. I was specifically looking at the Islays and it was honestly slim pickens in the menu. But, given the bartender said they had some stuff not listed in the booklet, I thought i would ask. I've been to many whiskey bars all over the world and bartenders are usually very helpful when you're looking for something or something similar if the bar does not have what you're looking for. We waited and waited and waited while the Bartender walked by us multiple times ignoring us. I finally walked up next to the bar and stood waiting to ask the Bartender a question. She was the only person working and obviously had stuff to do but literally appeared to be going out of her way to ignore me. There were a total of 5 people in the whole bar area, 2 of whom were eating dinner at the bar and 3 guys who had ordered (there were another 4 in the lounge area but they were fully served and just playing cards). That's it. I stood next to the bar for a full 10 min with no acknowledgment or anything. I could see some of the brand I was looking at on the rack but not the specific product so thought I would ask if they had anything else tucked away. Finally i got a "i'll be right with you" but by this point, I was pretty frustrated. Now, when I was in my early 20s, I worked in a bar and even bartended. I get being busy. But with this amount of people to not even raise your head for a second to acknowledge my presence when I'm 3 feet away from you until I literally had to stand there for a while...all while clearly seeing me was quite insulting. I walked back to the table and my mother in law and i decided to leave. She was watching the whole thing and wanted to complain to the hotel management but I told her not to. I see in other reviews the Bartender is highly praised. Maybe the she rhought I was a pest or not serious or something-i don't know. All I can say is this Bartender lost out on a nice tip as I usually order good stuff if they have it. Oh well, fortunately this did not take away from an otherwise excellent stay at the hotel and vacation in Portland.

Lovely atmosphere and huge liquor selection. Friendly staff as well. Will be coming back.read more

Good food, great service and cool ambiance. Sometimes it's a quiet place to hang during the week…read moretoo.

Just tried their brisket for the first time. I'm from Texas, I know barbecu, no joke. Living this…read morefar north, one can ONLY hope to find something that resembles that side of heaven when it comes to bbq. The service was kind and courteous, but that brisket, well let's just say I won't be coming back for it, beans, maybe.

First of all I want to shout out to Jonathan. He should give a master class on serving customers!…read more We went for lunch. First visit ever. I was pleasantly surprised at the delicious food. Every bite. I had a brisket sandwich with very hot, tasty fries. My companion had an Emerald Aisle Old Fashioned which she loved. She enjoyed a pulled pork sandwich and fries. Nice touch with the watermelon slice! We will be back. Bringing Dad next time.

i was so very lucky to have had the pleasure of getting to try 9(!!!) courses at the oh so stunning…read moreJefferson Co. this past Sunday night! i have been a big fan of their first location, the Jefferson Speakeasy, for years because Alex (the owner) and his staff are truly unmatched. every conversation, every bite, every sip is genuine, purposeful and magical they have hospitality down to a science, the art of food and drink mastered, and the love for their RI community is truly one of a kind. who else invites a large group to a 3-4 course dinner, only to serve 9 well thought out dishes, served with craft cocktails, delicious sparkling rose, and smooth red wine so each sip and bite is unique and memorable. not to mention service was organized, systematic and seamless. guests felt at home--as all staff is beyond personable (per usual ) and all dietary restrictions were taken care of meticulously so that everyone's experience was special. i have honestly never seen anything like it in my life i don't stay out late on a Sunday night, especially in a state i don't even live in, so that is saying a lot about me attending this special tasting. my amazing server, Emery, knew i was getting antsy about it being way past my bedtime, and she packed our desserts to go, which was so appreciated as missing the banana foster was not remotely an option in my mind I look forward to many more wonderful experiences at this new location for many years to come.

Went here with my parents for the first time after only hearing great things. The entrance is on…read morethe side of the building leading to the basement. Upon entrance is a doorman who is so friendly and accommodating! He found us an open table and checked on us throughout the night. The place was packed and they only had maybe 5 or 6 employees so the service was a little slow but understandable. I think the longest wait was about 20 minutes when we were waiting to get our initial drink order taken, but everything after that was fairly quick. For drinks I got a thin mint martini because they were out of the chocolate reuge martini I wanted. It was so yummy and came with 3 thin mint cookies. My mom got a pistachio martini and the Jefferson Tea. Both were pretty good but I wouldn't order again. My dad got Dead Mans Redemption which is good if you like bourbon. It comes with a wood topper and they light it on fire, let smoke fill in the drink, and then take the wood off. The drink then has notes of smoked wood in it which is cool. For food we got the crispy spring rolls and pepperoni flatbread. Both were so good!!!! It was absolutely worth the wait!!! I could eat the whole flatbread myself it was that good and I can't wait to go back and get another one. The crowd is definitely much older, not a lot of younger people around. It's a good date night for married couples. Overall it was a nice place and I would come back.

After attending a meeting nearby we dropped into the East End after about 8:15 pm. The place was…read morepretty full of people in both the bar area and the dining room. We ordered drinks before the meal. I had a Vermont Red Ale for the first time which was very good and worth remembering. At this time they were serving'cocktails for a cause' in support of the Alzheimer's Association, which my other half decided to have. The drink, Fuchsia Butterflies ($15), was made solarium gin, house-made lemoncello, with a Gran Classico & Violet Rinse. It was quite excellent. I had a sip to try (I am usually not one for cocktails) and enjoyed the taste. Perhaps I will try cocktails in the future. For food we shared curry moules frites, well done, just how I like them, and salt and vinegar Wings - tasty but too salty which detracted from the dish. We ended with a good chocolate mint creme brûlée. The check came to $80 to which we added a decent tip for our friendly server, Triston. We have always enjoyed the vibe and cozy environment of this place and are sure to return.

Stopped in for a quick bite and drink before going grocery shopping at Trader Joe's…read more I got the burger with fries and a beer- everything was really good- the fries were fantastic! They have a large selection of whiskey as well and the display is cool to look at. Friendly service and great ambiance/ decor. Will definitely be back to try more food! Great vibe and decent prices!

We went back for the open mic night (every Wednesday 6-9). The music was great and the cocktails…read morewere strong! I had a Manhattan which can only be described as powerful and tasty. My partner had a whiskey sour which was had a delicate lemon taste to it, probably the best whiskey sour I've had! The crowd was chill and friendly but on the smaller side. It would be nice to see a bigger turnout and more diverse music choices. Still an enjoyable and intimate evening with talented local musicians and delicious cocktails. Check it out!

We went here for a fundraising event and it was fantastic. The food we had was catered from Uncle…read moreTony's restaurant and we had a free drink ticket. The Sponge Bob's Wet Dream was my favorite cocktail of the night, but they have plenty to choose from. I like that you can come to a distillery and have the option to get cocktails if you don't feel like beer. The mill type setting is creatively decorated and the owners take pride in everything that they do. Being a fundraiser, they were super busy, but had every angle covered to make it a success. This is a great place to come hang out with or without friends.

This is a popular place so definitely reserve ahead as there may be a wait without reservations. It…read morewas just me so I got lucky to get a seat at the bar. The bartender was very on point with service and kept refilling my gingerale every time he noticed I was low. He let me know if there were when my food was coming up soon and attentive by asking if everything was good or needed anything. It was my first time in Gloucester and met some great people at the bar. Everyone is so friendly and welcoming. The food was delicious. I had the lump crab cakes to start and a fisherman's platter. They give big portions. If you get a margarita it's usually served in a large glass it was the talk of the bar. The other couples got the bang bang shrimp and they said it was good. I saw another couple with the apple crisp and the other with the key lime pie let me tell you it looks like a cake. Our mouths dropped like whoa I want that lol. Maybe on my next trip back I would indulge seriously lol. They had a combination of high tops and bench seating. It was a great atmosphere.

Great food. Great service. Had the lazy man's lobster and it was fabulous! Definitely recommend.read more