Nice ambiance, but not cozy outside. Excellent service! Fried calamari- super good. Salmon, rice…read moreand veggies- can do better at home. Smash burger- excellent. Caesar salad- passable, but greens had brown on ends.

The atmosphere is lovely (music was a good volume), lots of light from the big windows, comfortable…read morechairs, nice decor, and spacious...it didn't feel like they crammed as many tables as possible into the place. The service was great. Very attentive and efficient. The food was as great. My party had a variety of items, from the beet & goat cheese salad, deviled eggs, pancetta and Brussels sprouts, cheeseburger, and BLT with Lobster. Everything was high quality and delicious. The fries which came on the side of the burgers and sandwiches were also excellent. The restaurant has a nice outdoor space but the weather was a little rainy the day we went so we didn't sit outside. I do suggest they add more barriers and greenery/plants to separate the beautiful outdoor seating space from the parking lot across the way.

We had great service. The outdoor seating is nice for the summer. The french fries are the best I…read morehave ever had. But be prepared to wait for a table because it is popular.

Yum! This spot was…read morehighly recommended by friends and also on every "must try" list we found for the city. So, we decided to sneak over here after a busy morning at the lighthouse with our toddler for a nice, filling lunch before a later flight home. We must've gotten lucky on a Sunday bc our wait for three people was about 15-20 minutes quoted and we spent 10 minutes walking the block to entertain our toddler, came back to check-in and our table was ready! yay! We had a great table in the corner by the window which was excellent with our toddler. Our server, Brian, was wonderful and super friendly. Menu isn't huge but, has enough stuff that should be able to please most. We chose a small fry with the daily dip which was almost like a mayo-based honey mustard dijon and was delicious, with ketchup and vinegar for dipping. Fries were crispy and delicious. We got the green salad and the Cuban to split and loved both. The sandwich was delicious and the green salad was light and refreshing with some really yummy herbs on top to include fennel which isn't usually on a salad but I loved the taste for this one, worked perfectly with the dressing. My husband ordered their house-made cherry soda and let me tell you, best cherry soda of my life! We ordered two bc I drank about half of it. They have a charming outdoor patio area with about 3-4 other tables. Charming spot - def. recommend! Wait can get super long - by the time we left they were quoting over an hour for a table since it's smaller inside and large parties can take up almost all the spaces.

My wife and I just had dinner here on Saturday Night 8/8/26 and we order the Lobster Diavolo. We…read morehave to say that it was not as good as what we recalled. The dish used to have calamari, fresh tomatoes, and the sauce had more flavor and broth and not overloaded with garlic paste. Additionally there used to be more pasta than the current dish too. One would think that the pasta is relatively inexpensive compared to the seafood so adding some more pasta shouldn't cut into the profit margin too much. We have eaten at Street & Co for over 28 years and over time the quality of the Lobster Diavolo dish has decreased. Hopefully the current Chef's can bring the Lobstet Diavolo dish back to the way it used to be, one of Street & Co's signature dishes!

Definitely a top notch dining experience in Portland. Our service, cocktails and food were really…read moreenjoyable. The octopus was very nicely grilled and super tender. We were glad the bread service table was nearby (they literally have a full time bread cutting team setup at a butcher block table). Our linguini with freshly steamed little neck clams was delicious. Do not pass up their panna cotta with black currants. I'll be thinking about that dessert for a very long time. Our waitress was so great too. Such a great meal.

Wish I could give more than 5 stars. This place is perfect, checks all the boxes:…read moreAmazing food Solid drinks Dog friendly Amazing atmosphere The best shuckers in town, hands down The back outdoor area is the perfect place to spend an afternoon, pure perfection.

Well, I have been meaning to try this restaurant for many years…read more I finally committed to try . Definitely cater to the tourists who see the location as a must try. The bar tender was very helpful with his beer and lobster recommendations . I ordered the lobster flight of 3 mini lobster rolls. I selected the hot butter one, . I selected a cold one .Bar tender suggested the garlic aioli not the cold option but the hot with the garlic aioli . This one was clearly the best and a game changer wih the garlic aioli mayo dripping g on warm meat vs just the hot butter one . I am surprised why other restaurants for hot lobster rolls don't offer this version. Price of the lobster flight wasn't for the faint of heart or a light wallet. I will return again as good menu and beer selections. Nice vibes, plenty of seating and a well operated restaurant as been in Portland for a long time making money and serving food people want .

Ambiance is out of this world. Had the eggplant sandwich. Really delicious. The wait staff were…read morevery welcoming and friendly. Would recommend a stop.

This spot is so fun and I had no idea there was something like it in Portland!! Came with friends…read morefor her birthday drinks and the vibe was so so cool. It really feels like you're in a dungeon or dark castle inside and there's surprisingly a lot of seating (indoors and outdoors). We were able to snag a booth indoors. There's candles everywhere which really add to the ambiance. The servers were attentive and fast and it was nice that they came to the tables to take our drink orders. We just got espresso martinis, which were pretty good. I'd definitely come here again to try the other drinks and enjoy the vibe!

Food is great!! Will go back! Service and ambiance are fine, but isn't everywhere's? Street parking.read more

Had heard nothing but good things about Wayside Tavern and finally made a point to go for dinner…read morewhen we were in Portland this summer. The restaurant is absolutely charming and so cozy on the inside. Service was exceptional as was the food. We ordered a bunch of things to try but our favorite was the spicy eggplant terrine, it was literal perfection. Other dishes we loved were the halibut, smash burger, asparagus, and hazelnut mousse. I can't believe I waited so long to try this spot, but I won't make that mistake again!

Great tapas spot in the downtown area! Had such a lovely waiter too during our visit. Liked all the…read moresavory dishes too, each with its own distinct taste! Ranking: 1) Spicy beef salad 2) Suckling pig 3) Pinkytoe crab 4) Lobster pasta 5) Bone marrow toast The desserts were nothing special but I did like the strawberry white chocolate one. The rhubarb one was meh personally; tasted like yogurt I could eat from the grocery store.

We were happy with the service and speed at which the small plates were delivered to us however…read morethere was a small instance where we got a dish we didn't order (not pictured and it was the special). The lemon sole (fish) and octopus carpaccio (not pictured) were filled with flavor! The pork belly was very underwhelming and I would not order again. The waiter said 2-4 plates per person. I recommend starting on the lower end and adding additional dishes based on how you're feeling. The amount of food was very different from dish to dish. For example the tuna dip had way too much bread and the pork belly was very small in size. Overall I was half impressed. I wish the staff would take a moment to announce the plate as it's placed next to you or point it out on the menu for those hard of hearing and wanting to know what they are about to enjoy. However the music, overall restaurant vibe and half the dishes exploding with flavor made my experience pleasant and I will return again knowing a bit more of what to expect and looking at photos of the menu/meal options beforehand.

First time trying Hot Suppa in Portland and it definitely lived up to the hype. I ordered the whole…read morepork egg sandwich (without the egg) and it was absolutely delicious--perfectly cooked pork with great flavor in every bite. I also tried a bite of the biscuits and gravy at the table and they were rich, comforting, and seriously tasty. The drinks were just as impressive. The espresso martini was perfectly balanced, and even the mocktail was refreshing and well made. And our waitress was the sweetest (and honestly the prettiest!). She was so warm and friendly that I'd come back just to chat with her again. Great service, great food, great experience overall. Definitely worth a stop if you're in Portland.

We've been trying to visit Hot Suppa during our past few trips to Portland, but never really had a…read morechance to. When we finally came during the off season, we thought this would be the perfect opportunity since wait times were shorter. The wait on a Saturday afternoon was about 15-20 minutes. I will say - I had high hopes for Hot Suppa. Between my fiance and I, we ordered the waffle, side of corned beef hash, and the fried green tomatoes eggs benny. The corned beef hash here is excellent - that I do have to acknowledge. I was a bit underwhelmed by the fried green tomatoes though. The tomatoes were just okay, but the excessive hollandaise sauce really just made the whole dish waaay too heavy. It was also just messy. Service was slow & our waitress tended to disappear for long periods of time. Coffee & water refills both took a long time. Parking here is difficult but not impossible. Most spots are only for an hour or so.

Excellent flavors in the sauces that really carried the dishes to a higher level. Fresh…read moreingredients and creative dishes. Service was great and the room and patio were well appointed. Highly recommend.

I'm not sure why no one is talking about how their lobster roll is the best lobster roll in…read morePortland. It was so good that my boyfriend and I had to get another one to share. Every single flavor they used in each dish complimented each other and blended so well. This will be a must for every time I am in Portland going forward.

Fore Street is one of the most raved about restaurants in the Portland area, and for good reason…read more This surely was one of the best and most meticulous meals I have had in a long time. The Tuna Tataki, while rather small for the price, was incredible. The oysters were fresh and flavorful. The mussels had a delicious sauce, which was perfect with the fresh bread that comes from the bakery below the restaurant. We went with the cod and the scallops for our entrees. The cod was perfectly cooked and had a tomato based sauce, but for me it was the scallops that stole the show. The blueberry pie was also incredible. Our server was kind and helpful, giving us recommendations and tips every step of the way. The restaurant is warm and charming, and I can't wait to go back.

"If you're going to Portland you have to go to Fore Street" & so we went! We did the walk in right…read moreat 4:30, greeted warmly by the host as we made the cut and hung out at the bar until 5. This is our first night in Portland so let me say if this sets the tone for the rest of the trip then I might move here.... What we ordered: Foie gras - pancake was super light. Blue berry composed surprisingly well with the corn. The liver was charred to a lovely flavor. All combined made it an absolute delight. Hangar steak was cooked to perfection with a nice pink center and crispy edges. Again, the pairing of the eggplant made the dish superb. 10/10 will come back soon!