Diners' Choice: Most Booked restaurants in Greater Portland

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Scales

4.9

4.9 (6802)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Portland

About the restaurant

A traditional New England restaurant with modern touches, Scales is located on Maine Wharf next to the Casco Bay Ferry Terminal. Enjoy classic fried seafood as well as locally sourced land fare, while enjoying the view of a quintessential working Maine harbor.

Bar seating is available for dinner service by reservation only. Please check with the host to inquire about bar seating.

Our lounge is open for cocktails and raw bar every day beginning at 4:00pm.

We are only able to seat complete parties at this time. Please note: our patio reservations are weather dependent. If we need to make a change because of weather, we will call you on the day of your reservation to cancel or reschedule your booking.

Top review

Austin

Dined 3 days ago

Outstanding! Celebrating our 15 year anniversary and our waitress, Paige, was superb! She went above and beyond to make jt a great experience for us! A memorable meal for sure.

Fore Street

4.9

4.9 (4255)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Portland

About the restaurant

Located in Portland's Old Port District, Fore Street opened in June, 1996. The interior surrounds a unique brick and soapstone hearth with a wood-burning oven, grill and turnspit; visible from most tables. We believe that good food travels the shortest possible distance between the farm and the table. Our menu changes every day and is founded upon the very best raw materials from a community of Maine farmers, fisherman, foragers and cheese makers. Most of the Maine foods are organically grown or harvested wild, each brought to us at the peak of its season. In 2002 and again in 2007, Fore Street was named by Gourmet Magazine as one of the Top Fifty Restaurants in the United States. In 2004, Chef-Partner Sam Hayward was named Best Chef: Northeast by the James Beard Foundation.

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Josh

Dined 4 days ago

This is an amazing restaurant!!! Highly recommend and highly amazing! Food was amazing, great and amazing service, atmosphere is amazing and overall this is a 10/10!

Street and Co.

4.8

4.8 (3410)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Portland

About the restaurant

Street and Co. is a Mediterranean, bistro style, all-seafood restaurant with a dynamic atmosphere and 35 years of experience, located right in the heart of the Old Port.
Our chefs focus on serving the freshest seafood and the best ingredients available from local purveyors, fishermen and organic farmers. They prepare a simple yet creative menu that highlights the ingredients.
Our personalized wine list truly complements the cuisine and we offer a classic full bar. We serve our full menu at the bar itself and feature a raw bar with a variety of local oysters. The bar is available to book the majority of the year but only available thru walk in for July/August. Our comfortable lounge is great place to get together for drinks and appetizers or to enjoy while waiting for a table.
Al fresco dining is available thru walk-in only from Memorial Day through September, depending on weather. We book the majority of the dining room but reserve a few tables for walk in as well.

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MichaelVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Great meal. Great environment. The service is excellent and the site is amazing.

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Lobster Diavolo (For Two)

Solo Italiano

4.7

4.7 (2795)

$31 to $50

Italian

Portland

About the restaurant

We currently offer in-house dining Tuesday through Sunday from 4:30-10:00pm (last dinner seating is at 9:30). Takeout is no longer available at this time. Patio dining is available Memorial Day weekend through September and always subject to weather. Please call us directly to reserve a patio table, but keep in mind that of the six 4-tops available outside, three are kept for walk-ins only.

Our restaurant features Paolo Laboa, international chef from Genova, Italy. His menu consists of simple, flavorful and authentic Northern Italian cuisine. This includes handmade pasta, crudo (raw fish), fresh pizza and an all-Italian wine list. Ingredients are sourced locally, from various Maine farms and from the Gulf of Maine, whenever possible.

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Theresa

Dined 3 days ago

Our server, Megan, was amazing! The food was delicious and I would highly recommend Solo Italiano.

Lucky Cheetah

4.7

4.7 (282)

$31 to $50

Chinese

Portland

About the restaurant

Dumpling enthusiasts and champagne lovers alike can indulge in in the elevated, yet unpretentious fine-dining experience offered in this sexy, and intimate underground hideaway. The menu honors Cantonese classics with dishes Char Siu Bao, while creative offerings such as Lobster Dumplings with Scallion Sabayon showcase culinary innovation in this celebration of Chinese American fare. A deep champagne and wine list complements the menu, and at the 11-seat Pink Italian Stone bar, classic cocktails are shaken up with unique spice combinations and Asian-produced liquors, like an Old Fashioned riff “Old Prosperity” made with Bourbon and Amaro Nonino at Portland, ME

Note: Table reservation durations: 1.5 hours for parties of two, 2 hours for parties of 4 or more. Walk-in seats are available at the bar.

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holly

Dined 2 days ago

Great cocktails and great food with a number of gluten free options. Excellent waitstaff!

Bird & Co.

4.8

4.8 (311)

$30 and under

Mexican

Portland

About the restaurant

We are a neighborhood Taco and Margarita bar. We would love to feed you. Located in the middle of Woodfords Corner, tucked away on the Corner of Deering Ave. and Revere St. Our creative tacos and margaritas use the freshest ingredients and we have something on the menu for everyone.

You deserve Tacos.

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liz

Dined on Jun 11, 2025

Bird &Co did not disappoint. We had dinner with some friends and the host was incredibly caring about finding us a table we liked. The tacos were yummy, as were the chips and guacamole. The brussels sprouts were also amazing. Really yummy margaritas too.

David's Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (3925)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Portland

About the restaurant

A long established local favorite at the center of the historic arts district featuring eclectic decor,
and an energetic atmosphere. David's offers broadly appealing menus that highlight familiar dishes with a
creative twist. Open for lunch and dinner, showcasing delectable options for gluten free, vegetarian, and vegan diners. David’s is known for delicious meals, and warm and friendly service. It’s no wonder that Chef David was voted Portland's best chef in 2021 and chef of the year in 2012.

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Bill

Dined 3 days ago

We had a party of 12 for a work/client dinner and had a wonderful time. The food was delicious and their team took great care of us. Special shout out to our server, Erin B - she was fantastic.

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Isa Bistro - Portland

4.9

4.9 (1503)

$31 to $50

Bistro

Portland

About the restaurant

INDOOR DINING - Reservations accepted up to 30 days out, for 1-8 guests. Large parties cannot be separated into multiple tables. **Indoor reservations cannot be moved outside upon arrival.** Please provide 24 hours notice for cancellations or a late cancellation/no show fee will apply.
OUTDOOR DINING - Reservations are available DAY OF only for 1-6 guests as our private patio is weather permitting (not dog friendly).
Friday lunch 11:30-4pm. Dinner daily 4-9pm, except closed on Tuesdays.
Isa is a small neighborhood bistro serving an eclectic and seasonally driven menu. A husband and wife duo! A 2023 James Beard nominated chef, Isaul Perez brings his experience cooking French and Italian food in NYC to life with a splash of his Mexican heritage. His wife Suzie is a certified sommelier and face of the front. They showcase local farms and purveyors, offer craft beers and house specialty cocktails. The dining room is cozy and quaint with an original black tin ceiling.

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DeniseVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Everything consistently good excellent food, local ingredients impeccable service, unique dishes I can always find many things there best french fries ever! We love you

The Foreside Tavern

4.8

4.8 (361)

$30 and under

Gastro Pub

Falmouth

About the restaurant

The Foreside Tavern, located in Falmouth, Maine, is a neighborhood restaurant and sports bar where everyone can join over a great meal featuring fine American cuisine along with a few Asian fusion and French-inspired dishes. The chef at Foreside Tavern is dedicated to providing a menu that everyone will enjoy.

For a casual night of watching the game and enjoying a drink, diners can try the Foreside nachos, and deep fried wings. Quick lunches on the Foreside Tavern menu include fish and chips, Classic Reubens and an amazing Cobb Salad. Finally, head in for an elegant dinner with the Hanger Steak, Pan Fried Haddock or Cavatelli.
Curbside Pickup is always an option!

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Susan

Dined on Jun 11, 2025

It was a little chilly dining inside. Air was on too low of a temperature.

The Chart Room at Black Point Inn

4.3

4.3 (433)

$31 to $50

American

Scarborough

About the restaurant

Enjoy the warmth and charm of casual dining in The Chart Room Restaurant at Black Point Inn while surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean on three sides. Our menu features sumptuous American cuisine using the best ingredients with a commitment to local, sustainable seafood. Enjoy stunning water-views and sunsets and views of Mount Washington over the ocean while enjoying our Signature Cocktails or a selection from our extensive wine list.

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SherryVIP

Dined 4 days ago

We always love the Black Point Inn. Went this time with a salad and simple cheeseburger. Both were very good. Especially the Roots and Fruits Salad. Also love the Strawberry Fields specialty drink. No better view in Maine. If the weather is nice we like sitting in the rocking chairs on the porch with an after dinner drink.

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