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Portland Dining
Walter's Cafe
15 Exchange St
Portland, ME 04101 Phone: (207) 871-9258
This very attractive California-style cafe in historic Old Port features a creative menu, friendly informal service and a relaxed atmosphere. The menu is changed daily and offers artistic presentation of New American dishes prepared in the open kitchen.
Features: Casual dress; cocktails.
Directions: In the Old Port. 15 Exchange St 04101
Parking: street.
Hours: 11 am-2:30 & 5-9 pm, Fri & Sat-9:30 pm. Closed: 11/22, 12/25; also for lunch Sun.
Price: Lunch: $8-$13, Dinner: $15-$23
Credit Cards: AX, MC, VI.
Cuisine Type: American
Back Bay Grill
65 Portland St
Portland, ME 04101 Phone: (207) 772-8833
As seasons change, so does the menu at Back Bay Grill. The extensive wine list is spectacular, the colorful murals add a lively feel, and the creme brulee is always special!
Features: Casual dress; cocktails.
Directions: I-295, exit 6A (Forest Ave), just e to Portland St, then just n; past main Post Office. 65 Portland St 04101
Parking: street.
Hours: 5:30 pm-9:30 pm, Fri & Sat-10 pm; 5 pm-9 pm, Fri & Sat-9:30 pm in fall & winter. Closed major holidays; also 12/24 & Sun.
Price: Dinner: $19-$35
Credit Cards: AX, DC, DS, MC, VI.
Cuisine Type: American
Reservations: suggested.
Cinque Terre Ristorante
36 Wharf St
Portland, ME 04101 Phone: (207) 347-6154
Food is prepared in the style of the Ligurian region of Northern Italy. Many small courses are made with fresh, local and organic ingredients, whenever possible. The stylish dining room occupies two levels.
Features: Casual dress; cocktails.
Directions: In the Old Port. 36 Wharf St 04101
Parking: street.
Hours: 5 pm-close. Closed: 1/1, 11/22, 12/25; also Sun & Mon 1/1-1/31.
Price: Dinner: $10-$26
Credit Cards: AX, MC, VI.
Cuisine Type: Italian
Reservations: accepted.
The Village Cafe
112 Newbury St
Portland, ME 04101 Phone: (207) 772-5320
Established in 1936, the restaurant is family operated. A homemade wine press built by the founder and used to produce wine sits in the lobby. Traditional style Italian restaurant is well designed for family and group dining. The menu features Italian cuisine as well as steak, seafood and lobster entrees
Features: Casual dress; cocktails.
Directions: Just above the Old Port; jct Franklin and Newbury sts, then just n; downtown. 112 Newbury St 04101
Parking: on-site.
Hours: 11 am-9 pm, Fri & Sat-11 pm, Sun 11:30 am-8 pm; Sun-9:30 pm 7/1-8/31. Closed: 11/22, 12/25.
Price: Lunch: $6-$10, Dinner: $8-$20
Credit Cards: AX, DS, MC, VI.
Cuisine Type: Italian
Reservations: accepted.
Aurora Provisions
64 Pine St
Portland, ME 04102 Phone: (207) 871-9060
Fax: (207) 871-9061
Gourmet sandwiches are prepared at this self-serve bistro-style, specialty food store with a small cafe. You may also choose from their selection of cakes, cookies and other desserts--all made on-site. Juices, soda, beer and wine are also offered.
Features: Casual dress.
Directions: Jct State St, just w. 64 Pine St 04102
Parking: on-site.
Hours: 8 am-6:30 pm. Closed major holidays; also Sun.
Price: Lunch: $6-$8, Dinner: $6-$8
Credit Cards: AX, MC, VI.
Cuisine Type: American
Becky's Diner
390 Commercial St
Portland, ME 04112 Phone: (207) 773-7070
The classic diner is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Directions: In the waterfront area. 390 Commercial St 04112
Bibo's Madd Apple Cafe
23 Forest Ave
Portland, ME 04101 Phone: (207) 774-9698
This colorful bistro is located in the Arts District
Features: Dressy casual; beer & wine only.
Directions: In the Arts District. 23 Forest Ave 04101
Parking: street.
Hours: 11:30 am-2 & 5:30-9 pm, Sat from 5:30 pm, Sun 11 am-2 & 4-8 pm. Closed: 11/22, 12/25; also Mon & Tues.
Price: Lunch: $6-$10, Dinner: $14-$20
Credit Cards: DS, MC, VI.
Cuisine Type: American
Reservations: suggested.
Bintliff's American Cafe
98 Portland St
Portland, ME 04101 Phone: (207) 774-0005
More than 110 items line the specialty brunch menu at the popular bistro-style restaurant, which occupies a Greek Revival building. The atmosphere becomes more formal at dinner, when the menu includes handmade ravioli, beef tenderloin and lamb, as well as vegetarian entrees.
Features: Casual dress; cocktails.
Directions: Jct Portland St and Forest Ave, just n; across from main Post Office. 98 Portland St 04101
Parking: street.
Hours: 7 am-2 & 5-9 pm, Sun-Tues to 2 pm. Closed: 11/22, 12/24, 12/25.
Price: Lunch: $6-$12, Dinner: $10-$22
Credit Cards: AX, MC, VI.
Cuisine Type: American
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