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.

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

Excellent distillery. I spoke to Tim, one of the owners, and he shared the stories of each spirit…read more Great experience. Recommended stop while jumping through the breweries in the area. got a chance to taste all their spirits and each one was delicious and had a unique flavor profile. Really tasty suasion, gin, and rum.

15 mins away form Portland. Definitely, worth visiting. Tour and tasting was $5. Staff as very…read moreknowledgeable and Friendly. The product tasted wonderful. I recommend the tour

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!

Food was great and our Server was very friendly and helpful Ambiance the outside was a store front…read moreand inside was modern with break out rooms for small groups and business meetings the distillery had a large tasting room also but that was closed for the evening

Ambiance 10/10! It was fully decorated for Christmas with a fire going and lights strung up. The…read morefood menu was the holiday menu but all the dishes are huge. I got the bowl of clam chowder and was concerned it wouldn't be enough but that was definitely not the case. We ate at the bar and usually bartenders are very talkative and attentive but that was not the case. It had the perfect amount of clams to potatoes and not too thick. Unfortunately we were not checked in on even once and looking around, we weren't the only ones. For the menu prices, I would have liked to at least be asked how my meal was. They have a full parking lot out front but it's not the biggest to be prepared to parallel park on the road.

I can't say enough wonderful things about Three of Strong. We've been several times, and there's…read morejust a warmth and coziness to it that I haven't found in many of the surrounding breweries/distilleries. The interior is spacious and chic, everyone greets you with a smile, and the service is just so kind. The cocktails are also delicious and reasonably priced: highly recommend doing the cocktail flight ($11 for three pours) so you can try a variety! We usually order their popcorn as well: $5 for a bowl with unlimited refills. Great cocktails + great popcorn + any of the boardgames that they have on hand = a perfect rainy-day afternoon. I also have to give a special shout-out to the staff at Three of Strong for allowing me to host part of my 30th birthday at the distillery when a previously planned picnic got rained out. I cannot emphasize enough how welcoming and helpful everyone was, setting tables up last minute to seat our large group, getting us paper plates, a knife, and a lighter when I was woefully unprepared for the cake-cutting, and slinging great drinks all afternoon to keep everyone entertained. We've since moved out of Portland, but Three of Strong remains one of our favorite go-to's during our time there. I'd give them 10 stars if they could, and you can be sure we'll be visiting next time we're back in town!

Amidst the throng of breweries, Three of Strong Spirits stands out for its, well, spirits! A…read morevariety of rums, gin and vodka, cocktails on tap and in flights and in cans. A great open seating area, games, off street parking and courteous and talented staff makes this a great place to stop in with friends! Tip: the cocktails on tap are sweeter and a few ounce smaller pour than the cans.

My wife and I have been meaning to check out Wild Bevy for awhile. A weekend getaway for my…read morebirthday coming up down in southern Maine was the perfect excuse to stop by. Place was packed but thankfully we snagged a high top table inside. They even had some live music going on which was great. Service was friendly and quick with multiple servers checking in with us and other parties. Busy but they did not seem overwhelmed at all. Top notch service during our visit. In the past they had food trucks for food but within the past couple months have opened up their own wood fire oven and food menu. Think wood-fire pizzas, fries, smash burger and other options. Cocktail wise they have a huge variety of seasonal options and they are mostly broken up into categories including even spicy options. My wife went with their Lavender Haze, a lavender gin based drink while I went a unique savory option of Baby Carrot, a vodka based cocktail that was definitely orange like carrots and even had carrot garnish. Both were phenomenal with my wife finding a new favorite with the Lavender Haze. After trying those we decided on splitting a chicken pesto pizza. It came out cooked to perfection with the perfect amount of char & crisp. The crust was soft and pillowy enough so that my wife who typical skips out on eating the crust but she enjoyed all of her crust. Really well made pizza and look forward to trying even more versions in the future. Before leaving we wanted an additional cocktail to end the night. I went with the espresso martini which they offer black or with cream. While my wife got a Tiramisu Martini which was kinda a riff on the espresso martini. I did order the espresso martini with cream but it still was quite stronger than the majority of versions I've tasted. My wife's drink was the superior dessert cocktail. Overall we enjoyed our visit and look forward to returning. Especially keen on seeing both the fall and winter cocktail menus! A must visit distillery.

Last Saturday we went with 2 other couples , my wife made reservations a month before!!…read moreWe had 1-3pm so late lunch we had apps , French fries and the whiskey charcuterie board!!our waitress was amazing and the food was a hit! We all drinks and seating inside barrels with a heater and music was amazing Thanks

If you're visiting Portland, pop over to Washington Ave and visit this local gin distillery. Grab a…read moresofa, stool, or chair in their tasting room with some friends and immerse yourself in some local made gin cocktails. The beautiful high ceilings with huge windows and the afternoon sun streaming in is an extra bonus to this laid back spot. They have multiple seasonal cocktail options that are delicious, along with the classics (Bees Knees & French 75 were my favorite!) Our favorite gin here is the Hardshore original gin (pairs perfect in a homemade lemon drop) and the Hardshore North Oak Gin. A convenience is also that you can order the gin for a flat rate of $12 shipping (minimum two bottles) to your home! We were introduced to this place when we went with a group of friends- it's a great spot for a large group. We liked it so much, we went back the next time we were in the area. They have board games, outdoor seating, and are pup friendly, what more could you ask for! IG- Lentz_Explore

Went tonight for live jazz and the atmosphere was impeccable. I'm a sucker for live jazz, and the…read morecherry on top was the Rosemary Collins I had while listening. Great drinks, great vibes, 10/10.

I recently visited Sweetgrass Winery & Distillery and had a very enjoyable experience. One of the…read morebiggest draws was their $1 tastings, yes, just one dollar for a taste of their ciders, wine and spirits, which is really fun and makes sampling without commitment super easy. The service was great, our server, Courtney, was exceptionally friendly, helpful in guiding us through the selection, and made the whole experience relaxed and enjoyable. I want to note, as a point of context, that in September the production facility of Sweetgrass's main operation in Union suffered a devastating fire. Despite that, the Portland tasting room remains open and functioning, which is a testament to their resilience. On the tasting side the variety was solid, and the $1 price point made it easy to try a bunch of things. The ambiance is cozy and inviting. If I were to pick one improvement, I'd say the tasting pours felt a bit light compared to some other spots I've been to....not a complaint, just an observation given the price point and expectations. In all, Sweetgrass is a strong pick if you're looking for a laid-back, local winery/distillery stop in Portland with friendly staff (shoutout to Courtney) and wallet-friendly tastings.

Sweetgrass Winery & Distillery is a farm winery and distillery that opened in Union, Maine in 2005…read more It was founded by husband and wife Keith & Constance Bodine. Keith has been in the alcohol business since 1992, and he earned his MS degree in Food Science and Enology. Constance has been called the heart, soul and brains behind the business. She spends most of her time in the fields, gardens and barns that produce the various ingredients used for making their wine and spirits. Sweetgrass is Maine's first farm winery & distillery; using over 70,000 pounds of Maine-grown fruit and grain each year. The distilled spirits are hand crafted in old world tradition with a copper alembic, still capturing the full flavors of their gin, rum, and traditional apple brandy. A secondary tasting room and retail shop opened on historic Fore Street in the Old Port section of Portland in February 2014. In September 2025, a debilitating fire destroyed the Union facility. The Old Port location remains open, but the future of the Union location remains uncertain. My extended family and I visited Sweetgrass's Portland location this past summer while we were vacationing in Maine. While exploring Old Port, we walked past their window and I said, "Hey, this looks like a cool place!" We went inside and signed up for a tasting. For just $10, customers can choose any five wines, ciders or spirits to taste. The five that I chose included "Maine Hard Imperial Cider" (Dry Cider), "Blueberry Smash" (Semi-Sweet Dessert Wine), "Back River Gin", "Cranberry Gin", and "Apple Brandy". The latter was easily my favorite of the tasting, but unfortunately they had no more bottles for purchase. I plan on ordering some online in the future. I am so happy that I discovered the Old Port tasting room by chance. I felt really bad when I learned later on that the Union location burned down. I'm happy to hear that no one was hurt and I hope that they are able to rebuild.

Last weekend we made a trip to Wild Bevy Brewing in the barrels had drink and after came over to…read moreBatson River fish camp for dinner. We waited like 15 minutes and were seated at a high top we ordered my wife got the steak and was awesome, my friend wife got Salmon and it s was amazing, my friend got a pepperoni pizza and it was awesome and I got mussels, nice portion but the broth was like warm water,had my buddy's wife try and she said it's missing flavor!! Our waitress was awesome and it's nice inside there! Would go back

Came here on a Saturday for lunch after our half marathon. The parking signs were a little…read moreconfusing but we were able to park across the street. We had a group of 6 and they said it would be about a 30 minute wait. The wait ended up being much longer. They seemed very overwhelmed by the amount of people in town for the race. They told us they would be able to seat us after about an hour but we would have to wait for a server. We said that was fine and it took about another 15-20 minutes before our server came. We could tell she was not happy when she got to us but she warmed up over time. The menu has a variety of pizzas, sandwiches, and other entrees. Once we ordered the food came out pretty promptly. We were a little surprised. The food came out before the drinks that were ordered which was a little odd. I ordered the fried haddock sandwich. It was good. Nothing super crazy. There were large chunks of the fried batter that I didn't love but the fish part was good. Service was definitely a little rough and food was average