Pros- private parking lot, friendly staff, spacious- wasn't any wait to be seated and the red sauce…read morewas not out of a jar. It was the best thing they had going here. Cons- Their website lies and says they make their pasta fresh, in house, daily (see attached pic). The waitress just about laughed in my face when I tried confirming this claim. Charging $35-40 a plate for boxed pasta is criminal! That does not include any complimentary bread and butter or a side salad-nothing! $18 for kids meals, like basic spaghetti and meatball! The stuffed bread had one layer of pepperoni and cheese rolled up in it. It wasn't exactly "stuffed". My Chicken and Broccoli Romano was swimming in soup. They didn't reduce the broth mixture into a sauce at all. I've had better dishes at Applebee's, if I'm being honest. And if you want any Parmesan to top off your dish, you are getting cheese from a shaker. They do not have freshly grated. Even Olive Garden offers that! Do yourself a favor and spend your money elsewhere. You can get much higher quality food for this price (or less) at other local restaurants.

I have heard about Anjon's for years, but never been. Passed by it many times, never stopped. Last…read moreSunday we went out for dinner and wanted to go somewhere sorta special. Tried Bruno's and Oreilly's Cure, both were closed. So we headed down Route 1 and tried Anjon's. We arrived soon after they'd opened and there weren't many other diners. Our waitress was delightful. The restaurant is clean and comfortable. We got the meatballs in sauce appetizer. I had the veal marsala with linguini and my partner had the baked ziti with sausage. I also had a glass of wine and my partner had two espresso martinis. The meatballs were excellent and the red sauce was rich and flavorful. They oughta sell it in jars! (They do) I was unfortunately not impressed with my veal. It was too starchy and too sweet. My partner enjoyed her ziti and sausage a great deal (note, the sausage comes as a side portion). The drinks were fine as well. Everything felt rather overpriced, though. There was a streetside sign advertising a happy hour, but our app and our drinks were all full price. I was confused and disappointed by that. I noted there is a children's menu section - but it's $18 each. Perhaps the most overpriced thing on the entire menu.

We were just passing through town and stopped at Tuscan Table for a quick bite, and what a great…read morefind! We weren't expecting much more than a quick meal, but the food was absolutely delicious and came out fast. The atmosphere is cozy, warm, and inviting, and I loved the open kitchen. There's something about being able to see the food being prepared that makes the whole experience feel fresh and lively. Sometimes the best restaurants are the ones you stumble into when you're just looking for a quick bite. Tuscan Table definitely delivered! Delicious food, cozy atmosphere, and quick service. We'd definitely stop here again if we're passing through town!

Always delicious food! We typically sit at the bar, great service!…read more Chai Mai Tai Bolognese

I will start off by stating that this is a food review and not an establishment review because we…read moreordered takeout twice from this pie parlor! The zas we got were pepperoni and sausage and a cheese pie and they both were very good and fresh when we received them like I would expect from any house of pizza or local fare in a small community. I had the pizza up in Auburn and really enjoyed it then and this one was just as good. I don't know why there is so much negative reviews other than it is sitting amongst four other places to get some pizza (Amatos, Pats, Romeos and others) so in comparison it is all choice. Again, I am not sure what the experience is inside of the house but the food we got was very good and will be back again.

Please tell me where else you can get an Italian for under $10 this size?!! I am shocked. Very…read morefresh. The pickles are SO good. Will be back!

Very good old school Italian food. Solid service and great atmosphere. Really enjoyed the Caesar…read moresalad.

My wife and I tried out Traditions this afternoon and were delighted to find a local restaurant…read morewith a great vibe and food to match! Cindy our server was extremely knowledgeable and attentive, she made sure we were taken care of and even gave us recommendations for the rest of our trip in Maine. 10/10 I would definitely recommend

Small restaurant with limited but decent menu, a bit pricey but it is Maine Coast. Pizza was…read moredelicious, Chix Picatta avg.

We had a fantastic meal and experience here. Our server, Hillary, was fantastic. She was friendly…read moreand helpful. She even gave us tips on places to visit since we were vacationing in the area. Our food was fantastic. Highly recommend the crab Rangoon flatbread! We sat in the enclosed outdoor area which was very nice. Drinks were also very good!

This was the perfect restaurant to start our Portland trip off with. We were seated at a lovely…read moretable in the corner. We had a reservation. The ambiance is very moody and sexy. Perfect for a date night! Our server, Hannah, was great. She suggested an excellent bottle of wine that complimented all of our dishes. Customer service was a solid 10/5! This is a place to definitely add to your Portland dining list! To start, all of the dishes were wonderful portions and could easily be shared between two people. Which I absolutely love because I enjoy trying as many things as I possibly can! Arancini: This was a great starter. Absolutely delicious. I have yet to meet an arancini that I don't love. 5/5. Caesar Salad: A perfect dish that is light and necessary before getting into a heavy entree. The salad was crisp, delicious, very fresh, and a must order. 5/5. Scallop Risotto: This was a large position that had scallops in every bite! It wasn't too heavy, was not too salty, and you could taste the freshness in the ingredients. Dessert is not pictured, but it is worth ordering! The entire dessert menu was excellent!

I don't typically write a lot of reviews but when I do, it is about an experience that was either…read morereally impressive or hugely disappointing. So here goes... My daughter had been wanting to go to Via Vecchia for a while but couldn't afford it on a college student's income. So we went during my visit. My hopes were high as we walked in--a beautiful glass enclosure at the entrance that was draped with ceiling to floor ivy; an intimate but lively atmosphere; and an offering of creative cocktails...my enthusiasm quickly vanished when our appetizers arrived. We ordered the focaccia, grilled octopus, and Caesar salad. The focaccia was soggy and flavorless. Even the olive oil that accompanied the bread was flavorless. The grilled octopus was another disappointment--there were more cloves of garlic than pieces of octopus. And what little octopus was there, a third of it was charred to black. Thankfully, the Caesar salad was fresh and fairly tasty. Ironically the focaccia croutons were the highlight of the salad. Then the entrees arrived--chicken Marsala and a spicy shrimp pasta in cream sauce (can't remember the name of the dish). My daughter liked the second dish enjoying the slight kick of whatever pepper/spice was used in the recipe. For me, it was just okay. The biggest disappointment however was the chicken Marsala--the gnocchi was overcooked, the entire dish itself was too salty, and the chicken--overcooked in some parts and fairly tender in others--tasted like it came out of a can. Quite honestly, I don't know what all the hype is about. This restaurant is mediocre at best. Perhaps the cocktails numb everyone's tastebuds to the overly salty but otherwise bland dishes. It was not worth the money and I would never go again. If this is the best that Portland has to offer by way of fine Italian dining, I'd say it's time Portland redefined the meaning of "fine".

Wow. I couldn't even wait to leave the restauraunt to leave a review…read more Food is amazing. Service is amazing. The vibe is also amazing. We got the gnocco fritto, tagliatelle and the halibut. All were amazing. The halibut came on a bed of peas...never in my life have I said "wow, these peas are really good" but I did today.

My wife, two sons (20 yrs, 18 yrs), and I enjoyed a celebratory dinner at Leeward on the last night…read moreof our July 2026 visit to Portland. With an 8pm reservation for Wednesday, we were seated promptly at 7:50pm. This lovely restaurant has a young, welcoming vibe. It's a mix of high-end dining (Italian) with a somewhat casual atmosphere (blue jeans). If you seek a formal "suit and tie" dining establishment, Leeward is not ideal. Although it is pricey, Leeward has many pluses. First, the service here is outstanding. Second, the wood floors, cork decorated walls, open space, and candles provide a nice ambience. Third, the food is delicious and ideal for sharing appetizers. We ordered several items, including focaccia (the olive oil is wonderful), and the Maine Bluefin Tuna Carpaccio (our favorite!). The Gnocchi Fritto with prosciutto is a must-order appetizer for groups. We then each ordered a pasta dish. I devoured the tagliatelle, which had fava beans. My wife enjoyed the radiatore (with pine nuts). My sons both ordered the rigatoni (but one disliked the heavy Bolognese sauce). Glad we were able to enjoy a celebratory dinner in Portland! Leeward contributes to the strong "foodie" reputation of the city.

We loved the food here! The fish was amazing. The restaurant is beautiful with lots of pretty…read moreflowers. Our server was very kind and helpful. We'd definitely eat here again!

We had reservations, which are recommended. We arrived a little early, so had a cocktail before…read moredinner. The bar is a small busy area, but we were waited on right away. Wait staff was great. Very knowledgeable on gluten-free dinners and apps.

So so so good! This spot feels exactly like my Italians grandma kitchen in the best way. They have…read morethe best focaccia bread I've ever had. The service was lovely, the people were amazing! Such a hidden great staple everyone in Portland so go to!

The place was amazing. Felt like I was getting the true Italian experience. They have a small staff…read morebut that's what makes it feel so cozy. Our waitress was super nice and the food was pretty good. Portion sizes are normal. Slightly smaller for the price but taste makes up for it. Definitely would come here again!