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    Modestman Maine

    4.9 (14 reviews)

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    Good beer nice people and music
    Eric S.

    Had never been to Modestman brewing in Maine (home prior to Fore River Brewing co) in South Portland. We stopped on a late Saturday afternoon for some beers and music they had with a live band which was great. My wife and I loved the whole relaxed feel of the place- the bartender was friendly and answered my questions and gave a bunch of recommendations as we worked through a bunch of samples of beers and ordered a few pints. A good overall selection of different styles and options- they are definitely heavier on fruitier/hazy IPAs and NE IPAs, but also had a good Pilsner, dark lager, octoberfest, a stout and some others. The double IPAs are smooth for the higher alcohol so watch out! Of note they also offer canned seltzer, wine and non alcoholic beer and other drink options for those who are not beer people in your group. Unlike many breweries who offer basically no food, they had made to order brick oven pizzas-I think 3 to choose from- we had a Margherita the only vegetarian option which came out pretty quick. Also had warm pretzels with dipping mustard-all was good and would get both again. They also have a nice lawn outside area with fire pits and places to hang out. All in all a smaller spot, low key with cozy warm (not cold like most breweries) temps with wood stove, high ceilings, clean, nice people and beers I could get used to drinking more. The food and live music made it even better! Recommended.

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    George M.

    One of the latest in Maine, and certainly one of the greatest. The brewmaster comes from the well-respected brewery in NH and landed in an ideal SoPo spot, a refreshing change from urban concrete patios. And easy on-off 295! They specialize in hazey offerings (and they are spectacular) but always have other choices of ale, lager and cider. Great live music can be heard at times. A pizza oven will be built soon, and a wood stove will be installed inside for winter. But don't wait for them. Relax here now!

    The Most Beautiful Thing In the World!
    Rob W.

    Site of the old Fore River brewery, we have a new brewery. This is a new location of a New Hampshire brewery. Nice friendly atmosphere. Even had a couple kids running around. The tasting room also features a wood stove for added coziness! I enjoyed a pint of the Kraftwerk which is a Kolsch style. Delicious! Cheers!

    Brigette C.

    So me and my husband having been coming to Modestman brewing for close to a year and have to say one of the best brewery around from levels of different IPAS to browns to Sours . Also carry RTDS. Just started making homemade pizza from scratch delicious it is a must to check this place out. It use to be called Fore River Brewery.

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    Bissell Brothers

    Bissell Brothers

    4.3
    (372 reviews)
    1.3 mi
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    Several more visits since my last review…read more Some things haven't changed: -- The beers are still great. Swish, Here's to Feeling Good All the Time, Nothing Gold, and Reciprocal are a formidable foursome. At any given time, you can usually get at least two, more often three, sometimes all four. -- You'd be hard pressed (pun intended) to find a better smashburger in Portland, but I'd also put it up against any regularly-offered burger I've had in Portland--smashed or otherwise. I love everything about it, from the high caliber of the beef to the fresh pillowy milk bun to the exhilaratingly strong cure of the bacon to the razor-thin cutting of the vegetables to the execution that gets even a smashburger burger juicy. -- I'm still not crazy about the wings. They have a frozen dinner feel to them. A few things, though, have changed: -- Full service now instead of having to order everything at the bar. That's a plus. -- The place is much more crowded-- including screaming tykes-- on the weekends. Not a plus, but can't fault a place for its own popularity. -- The fries are now the industrial strength coated kind. A big minus and a sad drop off from prior greatness, but better that than from an item off the main cast. -- You can now order beer cans to go from the table rather than having to get in line. A nice convenience. A few things to know: -- It's a surprisingly good option for vegetarians and pescatarians. The veggie burger and the grilled fish sandwich are both much more than solid. -- There's outdoor seating in front of the building and also to the right. -- The bar room to the right of the entrance is adults only, so if those screaming tykes get on your nerves, this is the place to be. -- You can still order beer at the bar if that's your preference over table service. Still a favorite, and the combo of beer, food, and space is tough to beat (Mast Landing and Maine Beer in Freeport are also somewhere in that echelon).

    Staying at the new Residence Inn by Marriot across the parking lot made this an easy dinner choice…read morefor our late arrival in Portland at around 7pm. We walked over with our two-year old and were easily seated. They had tons of spaces and our server was very friendly. No entrees come with anything here, so you have to order sides if you want them. Prices are pretty high considering that. We had the tacos, a fresh side salad add chicken, and a beer. Portions were large on the salad and it was fresh and delicious.

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    Sea Dog Brewing Company - South Portland

    Sea Dog Brewing Company - South Portland

    3.4
    (391 reviews)
    1.6 mi
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    My wife ordered a cup of soup and an appetizer of pretzel bits. The cup was more like a bowl--rare…read morethese days. A great value. She also pre-ordered the blueberry pie for dessert as she said she was hungry. The appetizer comprised 4 pieces and some marinara sauce. Tasted great, but, not much for $9. I ordered a flight of 4 beers, as I was unfamiliar with the Sea Dog brews. Good craft beer, but only one of the four aligned with my personal tastes. While I didn't love any of them, they were all fine samples. I'm just not sure which I would want to order in a full glass. For my meal, I ordered the Shepherds Pie Burger. Wow. Didn't look too big, but it was filling and tasted great. Cooked perfectly. The server brought my wife's blueberry pie, and it was everything she hoped for. Most blueberry pies these days seem to be filled with jam/jelly and a few blueberries. But this time the distinctive Maine blueberries poured out of the crust after she cut into it.she said it tasted great. My appetite kicked in and I ordered the chocolate chip cookie sundae. Nice big scoop of vanilla ice cream, with chocolate sauce on top of a giant cookie. I could not finish it; took the cookie home. Tasted great at home later in the evening. Great service and food. The beer was good; it just didn't align with my preference. I like dark red or brown malty ales. Tastes differ, so, I'm not complaining about the beer. We should all try something different once in a while. If you find yourself in the Scarborough, MA area, you can't go wrong with the Sea Dog.

    Stopped in here for a quick bite to eat. Sat at the bar greeted by a very friendly bartender. We…read moreboth got salads. I got the berry salad with grilled chicken and my fiancé got the Greek salad with grilled chicken. They both had very generous portions of everything in it. We had to take half home so I will be happy to eat it again.

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    Austin Street Brewery

    Austin Street Brewery

    4.4
    (80 reviews)
    2.7 mi
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    One of the last breweries we visited while in Portland and we were not disappointed. The brewery…read moreis very open, large and has an industrial feel, but a warm atmosphere. The space was warmed by, a variety of plants throughout the space. The ferns are huge and amazing. There is indoor seating and outdoor seating accessible by large garage doors. The staff were very nice and friendly, and offered their opinions on which beers our group would enjoy. They had a large sampling of IPAs, pale ales, lagers, and sours. Our group tried the Austin Street Lagers, Obsolete Vernacular- a mango ale. and a fox street ale, and enjoyed all of them. If in the Portland area. this is a must !

    Yet another brewery review from me and another five star! What can I say, I enjoy most breweries…read moreand love seeing the wide variety of them around. If you were unaware Austin Street found their start with their original location in Industrial Way Portland area alongside lots of breweries in the area. I believe my first visit and taste of their beers was around 9 or 8 years ago. Once this location opened up it became the go-to for visiting Austin Street as it's updated and honestly nicer. I enjoyed their first location but let's be real this space is more unique and larger! Been to this spot many a times including earlier today. They still have an industrial feel to the place but have so many plants all around to brighten the spot up. Inside while beautiful I must say the true highlight is during warm weather with their large garage doors open. It also adds tons of additional seating to enjoy the weather too! Staff is always so friendly and ready to pour your drink with a smile. Beer wise they have a large variety including IPAs, pale ales, lagers, and sours. Including a special release each year made for International Women's.For non-beer drinkers don't fret, you can find wine, ciders, seltzers, cocktails, and plenty of non-alcoholic options. They also offer some snacks and frequently have food trucks/carts serving as well. With a lot of events scheduled too, including today that was a Summer Puppy Pool Party so as you can tell they are dog friendly. One of the many amazing breweries in this area of Portland. Well made beers with enough options for everyone to enjoy a drink even non beer fans. A place that supports many good charities/causes and hosts lots of events.

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    Belleflower Brewing

    Belleflower Brewing

    4.7
    (69 reviews)
    2.9 mi
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    It was our first time coming to Belleflower!…read more Friendly staff. Fun vibe. Great drinks. I absolutely loved the Witches' Chant, which is a sour. It's always a hit or miss for me when it comes to sours and this one did not disappoint! We were able to order food and have it delivered, which was a plus! The space inside is a little small and when they got busy, the place filled up fast. Looking forward to warmer weather and having the outside seating available!

    Belleflower is now celebrating their 5th anniversary and I still remember being impressed during…read moreour first visit 5 years ago today. As you likely remember we were still dealing with the dreaded pandemic back then. Belleflower has preserved through that and blown every expectation out the water. You could easily make an argument Belleflower is one of the best if not the best brewery in Portland and Maine in general. They nail the IPAs and all variations of them but also can do every other style very well too! In particular for this celebration of their 5th anniversary they released a fruited sour aged in barrels for around 5 years and a double dry-hopped DIPA and both are incredible well made beers! They almost always have a food truck option nearby including a fan favorite of mine, Ironclad Eats! Today they had Smokin Dads BBQ. If you are a beer lover living in or visiting the area you must visit Belleflower! You will have friendly staff welcoming you and will taste some world-class beers! Enjoy drinking your beers on the patio when the weather allows for it for the best vibes!

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    The Star and the Sun
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    The Moon
    Cozy wall up service.

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    Modestman Maine - breweries - Updated August 2026

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