The establishment fails to maintain accurate Yelp information. Drove 5 mi out of the way, paid $4…read moreto park, walked four blocks in the freezing cold and found them closed while they're Yelp ad clearly says they are open. If the staff is too irresponsible to maintain a simple website, how can we trust them with food?

I wandered into The Bar of Chocolate Café in Portland, Maine, expecting a cozy little cocoa shrine…read moreand left convinced they should rename it The Bar of "Good Luck Walking Straight." I ordered only a chocolate martini, just one, and somehow it tasted like a grown-up milkshake, a sweet silky potion that whispered, "Calories don't count if you drink them." The first sip was like being hugged by a truffle; the second sip was like that truffle winking and rearranging my weekend plans. By the halfway mark, I was negotiating with my brain about whether I needed dinner or just another round of dessert disguised as alcohol. The bartender smiled knowingly, clearly aware that this drink could turn a responsible adult into a giddy cocoa pirate. Four stars because my sweet tooth is still filing a restraining order, dangerously delicious and almost too tempting for its own good.

To me this maple ice cream flavor tastes identical to homemade whipped cream with a dash or maple…read moresyrup (which I could eat by the spoonful). So so yum! The women working the truck was so sweet and seemed genuinely happy to help us:)

Wow, this place was superduper cool it was a little food truck right next to a farm and I believe…read morethat she uses a product of the farm, especially for the apple crisp. The place had a lot of different options for ice cream given that it was a food truck, which was super Duper cool. I ended up getting the maple creamy with the apple crisp on the bottom. All of it was so good and so fresh it was honestly one of the best maple cream I've had or any ice cream appeared north for that fact. I got to meet the owner of the food. Truck was superduper cute and I really loved her concept of her business and she provided a great service.

My husband and I traveled to Portland, Maine. After hours of traveling (connecting flights, etc),…read morewe checked into our hotel and decided to walk around for a while. We ended up at Maps to have a cocktail and a little snack. The two guys working were friendly. The drinks were good! I forgot to get a picture of the soft pretzel with beer cheese that we served, but it was the biggest pretzel we've ever seen! It said XL on the menu - and it was! The ceiling is covered in big maps. Definitely unique decor. They also have a lot of vinyl there. It's below street level so it's a little dark. But it felt sort of cozy. I don't t know if we'll make it back there on our trip, but I recommend it!

I've been wanting to go to Maps all summer because who doesn't want a slice of cake when they're…read moreout at a bar? It seems the owner's wife is responsible for the baking but be wary if you have allergies; the bartender wasn't able to tell us what nuts were in the weekly cake. Very fun speakeasy vibe and the Tuesday trivia nights are a blast! Cocktails are a bit small but delicious and the food portions are generous.

Definitely try this place if you're in Portland. We went for a Baby Cappuccino, a Tiramisu and a…read morePistachio Cannoli. All three were great. The lady at the counter was nice and friendly. Decent amount of seating space. Would definitely come back to try more.

Great gelato, multiple varieties to choose from. Amazing tastes!!!!…read moreSample as many varieties as you wish before deciding. My baby cup was big enough for me

The softest and fluffiest cake you will find on the peninsula. Yuri's reminds me of the bakeries…read moreyou come across when visiting popular cities in Asia: it's well-lit, large seating availability, plenty of table space and yummy treats to go along with your cafe drinks. Counter service moves quickly as most items are ready for immediate enjoyment (besides prepared drinks and items that need to be warmed up). Great to go for a group of people for a casual catch-up or quick coffee before you head into town.

I had driven by Yuri's multiple times and thought, "that looks like a great place, but where am I…read moregoing to park?"...and on the day I planned to meet up with someone there, I got SUPER lucky and scored a spot across the street within minutes! Once parking was out of the way, I walked into Yuris and was really drawn to the menu and the wide open and sunny space. There were a lot of delicious looking macarons, but I ended going with an almond croissant and a bag of tiny chocolate chip cookies to take home. Also a latte. The latte and croissant were great, but even better was the back room with extra seating, giving me and my companion plenty of privacy for our conversation. I am often so daunted by some of the squishy spaces in town to meet someone for coffee when you need to have a real conversation. Yuri's is not like that at all, plenty of space, plenty of sunshine, strong wifi and great food.

This spot was right behind our hotel. Super convenient. Even…read morethough we went early there was already a line but it was worth the wait. You self serve your own coffee and tea. We passed on both and got a few pastries which were delicious. No where to sit inside but little tables outside that fill quick. Would definitely pop in for some baked goods.

How does one spend over $100 at a bakery - come to Standard and you'll find out! And it was…read moreabsolutely worth the wait in the rain on a Sunday morning. After having some of the bread prior to our meals at a few restaurants, we found out the bread is locally sourced at a sister business right around the corner from where ate the night before. There is parking avail for customers in the lot for 30 mins, we prob waited about 20 mins and crossed the threshold into baked goods heaven. There was so much to select from - we got pastries, cookies, pizza and bread - and we pretty much liked everything. Our least favorite was the morning bun with walnuts - we didn't have it right away so that might've been part of the issue. Just note that the bread served at the restaurants aren't available until 2pm - we were leaving that morning so we weren't going wait for it. We opted for other loaves instead and they didn't disappoint. If you want something yummy and fresh - make sure to stop by here before heading out of Portland. I do wish the setup was a bit more conducive to the big crowds as there isn't much space from the front door to the counter but still a fantastic find!

On Saturday night, I was craving something sweet after dinner and found The Gelato Fiasco. There…read morewas a queue out the door, but it moved quickly. When I got in, I saw the flavors listed on the board and tried a few samples served on a metal spoon. Since I was in Maine, I had to try the two blueberry flavors. I immediately fell in love with the Maine Wild Blueberry Crisp Gelato and asked for a small cup with that flavor. The Maine Wild Blueberry Crisp Gelato is comprised of wild blueberries intersected with a sweet and crunchy oat streusel covering and kissed by a scoop of vanilla. It was so yummy! My husband had the Netflix & Chill Gelato which is caramel gelato with brownie bits, peanut butter cups, and kisses. The small dish was $6.35 each and it includes a Maine restaurant tax. The next day, during the Portland: Old Port Culinary Walking Tour on Sunday, June 14, 2026, our last stop was The Gelato Fiasco. Funny enough, I was just here the night before. At The Gelato Fiasco, our group of 13 were able to each choose two flavors. Since I already had the Maine Wild Blueberry Crisp Gelato last night, I wanted to try some other flavors. This time I got the Ripe Mango and Thai Iced Tea. WOW! The Ripe Mango and Thai Iced Tea really tasted like how you would expect it to taste, all the flavors were there, but imagine it in a denser, silkier texture and a more intense flavor. I highly recommend checking out The Gelato Fiasco, you will not regret the smooth and creamy texture of the gelato. There are plenty of seating inside and outside.

Tons of creative flavors, fresh ingredients, and excellent service! I try as many gelato spots as…read morepossible when visiting an area and this was highly rated by reviews and friends so a must-visit. I will be back for more!

Delicious Maine blueberry pie Crust was no joke very…read moreunique hearty sweet . Tried Whoopi's pies and lemon cookie. Service was friendly and you could tell bakers put lots of care into their craft !

Two Fat Cats is a Portland mainstay and for good reason! They have a huge selection of really…read moreexcellent baked goods; ranging from pies, to cakes, to quiches, to smaller baked treats. I think the only thing they lack is decaf coffee. We made a stop while downtown the other day and are so happy we did. Their space is bright and roomy with lots of seating and tables, with a chance to watch the bakers do their magic! The staff was really helpful with suggestions while we made selections. We enjoyed our treats very much, less the scone which seemed a little underdone. We will definitely be back, likely for a birthday cake!