Omg the Mac and cheese and beans where amazing. Did pulled pork, pork belly and chicken and it was…read moredelicious. 3 different sauces to try. Yellow was more mustardy, red was a sweet/vinegar chilly but the Texas brown was great! My favorite. Bourbon, brown sugar, molasses hands down my favorite... this one wins! Great service, food came out quick. Highly recommend!!

I had been hearing about this place so when our original plan fell though we popped in here. Easy…read moreparking right out front. Was not terribly busy inside a bit dark and music a bit loud but the food was so good we could block that out. The brisket was amazing ! I love that there are 3 choices of BBQ sauce at the table so you can choose. The chicken was also very tender and flavorful but next time definitely getting the brisket. Large portions, fries and coleslaw both above average . Service was very good all and all everything was great will definitely return .

Super cute place up on 4th floor. There's the world's slowest elevator that will take you there…read more Once up there you will be entering a super cute and comfortable space full of friendly people. The bar tender was Devin and she was fantastic! She was going all the things. There seemed to be tons of locals which speaks volumes. The menu is the same as the bowling alley on the first floor. There's something for everyone. We ordered fried pickles which are highly recommended. Then, ordered the bolognese and a burger. Subbed onion rings for the fries and there were tons! Everything was delicious. Burger was fresh and a great portion. Bolognese was also tasty. Impressive flavor and portions for the price! Super reasonable. Great value. Ordered spicy margarita which was great, a lemon martini (get this - amaretto added great flavor), and a Manhattan. Great bar!!! Would go again. Just great vibes, delicious food, great value, and super friendly employees.

First time here and on a Tuesday night. It's open mic/band night. This place is unique and a cool…read moreplace to unwind after a day of work. A wide variety of bourbons, whiskeys, and a full bar. Getting great service and getting the low down to come back. There's entertainment every night they are open. Sidecar is open Tuesday through Saturday. You can go upstairs and outside if you want. It has a lighthouse feel to it.

Stopped here before I went to a concert and it was just okay…read more I think it was overpriced for what you got. They have small bites but I paid 14 dollars for a red hot dog with bacon on top. It was just a regular red hot dog not that fancy, not worth the $14. The drinks were $12 which is standard. I had the Long Island "Maine" ice tea, and it was decent but nothing special. The service was super friendly. I wouldn't go out of the way to come here unless I stop for a drink before a concert.

I enjoyed my cocktails (the Blueberry Mojito and the Castle Bravo) and especially loved their…read moredelicious nachos. However, I wasn't wowed by this place. The decor is summer-camp-esque, which was cool and kitschy, and service was friendly. Again, the drinks (one of which has received local acclaim) and food were good, but nothing I couldn't get elsewhere. It's also relatively out of the way--Thompson's Point--meaning that unless I'm seeing a concert or going ice skating, I don't think I'd go out of my way to go here again. However, it's definitely worth a try, just not for me.

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!

Came here for after dinner drinks with some friends. We sat outside in the back area and it got…read morepretty crowded. The person helping us seemed to be very overwhelmed with all the people that were in the back area. I and another friend got mocktails and our other friends got real drinks. The inside of this bar is cool but kinda scary feeling. Feels like you are in a basement or a dungeon. It's dimly lit in the inside area. And has candles in the middle of the place with wax dripping down. The bathroom is kinda spooky too. And the sink you have to use a pedal and I could not figure out for the life of me how to get colder water to wash my hands. The water was super hot. I may want to come back here and try an actual drink and maybe experience the inside atmosphere. This bar is below and the restaurant called Roma Cafe.

Five of Clubs takes the cake as the chicest hotel lobby bar that you'll find in Portland. Gorgeous…read morebar and variety of different seating (comfy chairs, bar seating, large community table), this spot is a great place to go for casual drinks or a nightcap. It's likely best for 2-3 people and not suited for larger groups without a reservation for the sofa seating. The have a set of signature cocktails and seasonal cocktails that rotate. The functional mocktails were surprisingly delicious. I've had the Amarelle (green tea, cherry) a few times and love how refreshing and tart it is. Regarding food, looks like they give the menu a little facelift to keep things interesting and some of the items I've had (like the charcuterie) are currently not on the menu, so check before you go! It's definitely a light bites type of place versus a full dinner. I've enjoyed the lighter fare that I've had in the past!

Blown away by the quality of food and drink at Five of Clubs! I had the bread & butter board, kale…read moresalad, bistro burger, and maple vanilla cake-- it's too hard to pick a favorite! As for drinks, we tried the espresso martini, the Wilde gray gimlet, the sea cook, and the five of clubs. The espresso martini and a good balance of espresso flavor, and the gimlet was my favorite drink of the bunch. The service was awesome, they were attentive and gave great recommendations on the menu. This is the perfect spot for a date night or night cap happy hour. It's very cosy, doesn't feel like a typical hotel bar! Can't wait to visit again.

Yet another fantastic visit to George & Leon's! It had been a little while since we have visited…read morebut with it being so close decided to have dinner here. Showed up before any sort of rush and snagged two seats at the bar. The overall vibes are great here with lots of interesting decor (lots of movie & horror themed things). The bartender greeted us and was willing to answer any questions we had and immediately got us glasses of water. We then decided on cocktails and she made great tasty drinks to our liking. My wife went with a Daiquiri and had just enough fruity/sweetness with a kick still. I got one of their bourbon drinks and it had a great kick to it. Food wise I ended up getting their Buffalo Chicken Sandwich and it was a delicious sandwich with juicy chicken. My wife got the Jr. Beef and enjoyed it but thought the sauce was a touch spicy (would likely pick another item next time) but very much enjoyed it and finished it still. We split an order of onion rings and they were outstanding, lightly battered but perfectly crispy. Due to sitting at the bar we had fantastic conversations with the bartender who made us feel welcome and provided great service. We talked about our love for animals, Maine and more. Really the perfect example of how the experience of sitting at a bar should be and why you'd return! Give George & Leon's a try if you haven't and if it's been awhile revisit!

Stopped by George and Leon's in Portland for lunch and had the Junior beef with the homemade onion…read morerings, and it absolutely hit the spot. The beef was tender, flavorful, and piled just right, with plenty of sauce to make every bite satisfying without being too much. The onion rings were a standout--crispy, golden, and clearly homemade, with great seasoning and a fresh taste you do not get everywhere. This was one of those simple, classic meals done really well. Good portions, great flavor, and exactly the kind of local spot you hope to find when you are in town. I would gladly order this again.

Recently moved to Windham, the staff was so warm and inviting. The bartender let us know the…read morefavorites. Both the drinks and the food were delicious! Parking across the street is nice when the smaller one is full. Crosswalk makes it easy to cross and dine! Small yet cozy atmosphere! The had the mashed potato bowl with popcorn chicken and gravy, very good. We shared the fried cauliflower, in garlic parm buffalo sauce! Husband had their burger that he ate later because the appetizer of cauliflower was huge! Glad they are right around the corner from Our new home, we will be returning for Sure!

How far the mighty have fallen! Don't waste your time, money, or energy going to this location…read more It's nothing like it used to be; the prices have increased while the quality/quantity have declined. I ordered burnt ends for take-out and upon opening the container noticed there were (literally) 4 pieces of meat sitting on top of a bed of fries. Confused, my husband questioned if we had received the correct item, and the cashier explained that they had started adding fries to the order because there was so little meat inside! So shady. If I wanted fries, I would order them. To charge $15+ for fries with 4 pieces of the meat that you're actually supposed to be selling is a scam and I'm going to discourage everyone who will listen from giving Smoked their business.

What a fabulous find! It's tucked away in a neighborhood far from the tourist hot spots…read more Frankly, I'd be here every week if I lived in the area. We arrived at a weird hour of the day, around 3:30/4:00 p.m. The bartender seated us and took our order as there was only one other patron. She was friendly and attentive, even made a pot of coffee for my daughter. We enjoyed the Scotch egg, bangers and mash, lamb lollipops, French onion soup, and pub salad - all of which were amazing. The decor was fresh and clean. Loved the pictures of pubs from the Cambridge and Somerville - quite unexpected. The Continental made our trip home much more pleasant. Thank you, Continental!

Extensive drink menu with all the classics, plus some, and new concoctions. Food menu limited but…read moreplenty of good stuff to satisfy most. Would be cozy in the winter for sure. Will be back!