** This review is for the event space upstairs**…read more I went to a networking event in the event space upstairs and was very happy with the set up. Lots of space to sit and some comfy couch areas as well. I didn't try any food but it looks like they have some great options. The downstairs has a large bar and garage doors that open up to the outside. The whole inside gets lots of sun and is super pretty. I will be back to try it at a non event.

Truly a hidden gem! Sacred Profane nails the trifecta of great beer, amazing food, and kind staff…read more It's the only spot in the U.S. doing tank-pour lagers, where the beer is suspended from tanks and flows with gravity directly to the luger tap. They serve two types of lager beer AND have an extensive cocktail, wine and shandy list. The lobster roll with smoked trout roe, pierogis, and grilled cauliflower easily count among the best bar food we've ever had. The staff were so friendly and went out of their way to accommodate my weird allergy. The vibes are awesome and chill. 10/10 recommend. Pro Tips - Ask about the tank pour setup--it's worth learning about - Plenty of parking in front - Don't miss the lobster roll - Lots of seating inside, outside and upstairs!

Why doesn't Yelp allow for 6 stars? INCREDIBLE Cocktail bar worth the trip. No, I don't care if a…read moretrip would require you to drive 2 hours-- it's worth it. Aren't you listening? :-) Super list of craft cocktails, and an incredible Peruvian chef making some of the tastiest dishes this side of the Andes. Go here, order lots of tasty drinks and dishes, engage in some witty banter with Jonathan at the bar, and wonder (like I do) why you don't come here weekly. This is easily one of the best date night locations (and cocktail bars) in a 200 mile radius-- and yes, I know Portland is in that range. *wink*

We came here for dinner and drinks and had a great time. They have both indoor and outdoor seating…read morewith heat lamps. Menu includes Peruvian inspired dishes. We ordered several cocktails and thoroughly enjoyed all of them. Couch surfer, tarantula, oob fashioned, face-lift, cool hand Luke, and black mamba. I highly recommend trying as many cocktails off their menu so you can experience their cocktail expertise.

Never been to banded. Love the atmosphere in the Biddeford mill complex. Walk right up to the bar…read moreand grab your favorite banded brewing brew, some ciders and special drinks. Menu shows GF and V but the menu does state that their GF options are fried in the same fryer as other items, so NoT Celiac friendly. Which is a big bummer. Service was quick and friendly!! Maybe a place to grab a drink again in the future. Maybe a dedicated fryer in the future????? Great spot and want to come back in the warmer months to experience the deck area

I will NEvER, EVER go back to Banded Brewing or purchase any of their products. I sm a longtime…read moreBoddeford resident that has supported the Brewery since it opened. Today I waited in line with my Banded Horn labeled growler. I was told the brewery no longer fills growlers. While thinking this was invredulous and dissapointed, I went to retrieve a four pack of the brew I wished to fill. The cashier I originally ordered from did not think it was fair to those who were waiting behind me to let me purchase the four pack ahead of them. She then let me know what a "pleasant person" I was. Well she is terrific budiness person who ensured that Banded will no longer receive another dollar from me. *i was forced to add a star to post this. It does not deserve any stars.

There are certain places where outstanding food speaks for itself, and certain places where the…read moreatmosphere, service, and vibes really can elevate the overall experience. Batson River is the latter, and we loved our lunch outing in one of the adorable seasonal outdoor ice fishing sheds. We chose a few "handhelds," including the blackened haddock tacos and fried haddock sandwich, both of which are served with a red cabbage slaw. I enjoyed the tacos - the ratio of fish to slaw and aioli, etc. was just right. And the sandwiches are served with a generous amount of crispy French fries. On a weekday in March, many of the local shops and restaurants were closed. It was an unseasonably warm day, and we were happy to stumble upon Batson River for a fun and memorable lunch!

We had a wonderful experience here. First thing to note - when they say they are dog friendly, they…read moreactually mean it! We had lunch here on Sunday, just after seeing Santa on the boat from the bridge down the street. Highly suggest putting your name in before you want to eat (it was about an hour wait when I put our name in at 11:45). Their reservation system sends you a text when they put your name on the list, and from the link they send you, you can also check your position on the list. They text you when your table is ready. When we arrived with our dog to check in, we were given a couple of seating options in the outside heated deck area. We chose seats looking outside, which were topped with fur warmers, which made them comfortable to sit on. There are plenty of heaters on, which made it nice and cozy. Also, the plethora of Christmas decorations inside and out, made it also feel cozy, and festive. For lunch, I had the blackened fish tacos, which comes with mango pico, red cabbage slaw, chipotle aioli, cotija, on corn tortillas. They were super flavorful, and delicious. I stuck with fries, and they even had sour cream for dipping them. We will absolutely be back to try more of the menu!

We stopped in for lunch on a Friday and it was really solid! Very empty and we were seated right…read moreaway. Our server was very attentive and came to take our order, refill water etc frequently. We shared the fried pickles which are so good and I got the meatball sub which really hit the spot! We ordered takeout from the Portland location the day before and it was also great. Everything stayed hot and crispy which was impressive. The Biddeford location is slightly hidden away but as long as you make it down the stairs you're almost there.

Big bar and lots of seats. We got the dumplings and a pepperoni pizza and both were really great…read more Service was quick and friendly. They have an outdoor patio it looks like as well. If I lived in this area I would frequent this spot.

Holy cow beer lists of beer lists. Great atmosphere for a bar. Basement Bar with great food faire…read more The bartenders are great at making the rounds and giving flavor tasting. We enjoyed a couple pints. Samuel Smith Winter Welcome and Naiad Boline Black Farmhouse Ale.

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!

I liked the vibe. A chill and friendly environment…read more Everything is neat and clean. We were here to pick up beer for a party and ended up, staying for a few samples because it was just a warm and inviting setting and there were seats available. The flavors are lovely and not overwhelming. Almost everything we tried was flavor forward with a mild finish. The staff at the bar, were super nice and welcoming. Very patient as customers waffled while deciding on a beer. They also can make suggestions if you aren't sure. We loved Flocktoberfest and were glad to be able to snag a case before they sold out. They have a few dedicated parking spots - which we lucked out in getting one. We will definitely be back.

A fabulous gluten free brewery! We came here on a Thursday evening and there was plenty of seating…read moreavailable. Both my husband and I got a flight of beers so we could try various options. The beers are great and they taste pretty similar to the regular beers.. I'm tempted to have my beer snob friends try and figure out if they are gluten free beers. My absolute favorite was the nut brown ale. They don't serve food but there are a lot of options that serve gluten free food options. I will definitely visit again if I'm in the area.

We stopped in here to have a drink while waiting on a table for supper at nearby Empire. At the…read moredoor, we were carded and showed our bags. We ordered our cocktails at the bar then chose a booth. The drink prices were reasonable ($12 gin and tonic, $2.78 coke, $14 espresso martini). There is a self serve water station with paper cups. There are so many pinball machines and other fun games. We didn't play any but I think they operate on quarters. There is a downstairs with other carnival type games. They offer a pizza/snack menu. There is a private area that can be rented for special events. It is a fun option, a bit different than movies, bowling or a board game spot. This is a 21+ venue - an adult Chuckie Cheese!

I met some friends here for a surprise birthday party and had a blast…read more The upstairs game's were a bit disappointing, but downstairs changed everything. We played nba jam, 4 guys for a 7 game series and loved it. I had two tributaries and I think that they were 12.50 a piece. The staff was friendly.

What a wonderful new beer store in the neighborhood. Carries a wonderful selection of beers and NA…read morebeers too. There is also awesome merch that you can purchase. They have free tastings some days as well. Cozy feeling store and a wonderful, helpful, knowledgeable owner of this store. If you find your self on Main street in Biddeford, Maine this is a shop you really should check out!

Great selection and the owner is a super friendly person, let us know about coming back for their…read moretasting days for different beers. We will definitely be coming back!

Beautiful ambiance, good food but the service was really lacking. Our server was almost non…read moreexistent forgot things, and then just dropped the check without asking if we wanted dessert or any other drinks (we did). No toilet paper in the bathrooms. No trash in the bathroom to put any feminine products as well as no soap. All in all food was good but too pricey to have all these issues

My friend lives above and thought it would be fun to meet up for drinks and dinner…read more Was not about to make a reservation on line but when I arrived they asked if I had a reservation. It was not busy but there were reserved signs on various tables. Hmm. I tried We got it and had an enjoyable meal. The lager was better than I expected and our meal was quite enjoyable. Though my broccoli mushroom was a bit heavy on broccoli for my liking. They did a great job decorating for the holidays which made it nice to sit an enjoy. Love the variety of seating options from bar, hightop, tables and couch and chairs. Great for an intimate night or a group. Parking in the garage nearby. Sometimes there is valet.