Restaurants near Portland East Shopping Center

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1. Franciska

4.9

Exceptional(32)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Argentinean • Portland

Booked 14 times today

Franciska is a wine bar dedicated to Argentine Bodegón cuisine, a culinary tradition deeply rooted in Spanish and Italian influences brought by immigrants to Buenos Aires at the turn of the century. In our intimate 20-seat space in Portland’s Old Port, we bring people together over thoughtfully crafted dishes made with New England-sourced ingredients and house-made specialties. Please note: Table reservations are for guests joining us for dinner at Franciska. For wine tastings or drinks only, our bar is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Cancellations made within 24 hours of your reservation, or no-shows, will incur a charge of $25 per person. Thank you for understanding and supporting our small restaurant.

A photo of Benkay Japanese Restaurant And Sushi Bar restaurant

2. Benkay Japanese Restaurant And Sushi Bar

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$$$$Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Portland

Booked 3 times today

At BENKAY Japanese Restaurant and Sushi Bar, we offer a traditional Japanese dining experience that will leave your taste buds wanting more. Our extensive menu of appetizers, sushi rolls, nigiri, omakase, udon, bento boxes, and other specialties are carefully crafted to delight your senses. We are proud to offer traditional fare and innovative menu options thanks to weekly imports of Japanese fish, ensuring the freshest and most authentic flavors.To many Portlanders, the name Benkay is synonymous with sushi. Open for the better part of 20 years BENKAY is located in Portland's Old Port. Chef/owner Seiji Ando prepares weekly special-importation menus, thanks to shipments of fish that arrives every Thursday from Japan.

3. Lucky Cheetah

4.7

Exceptional(289)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Chinese • Portland

Booked 33 times today

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, MENote: 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.

4. Bread & Friends

5.0

Exceptional(67)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Portland

Booked 5 times today

Bread & Friends is a bakery and restaurant, specializing in naturally leavened breads, artisan pastries, and elevated sharing plates for brunch (walk-ins only) and dinner (reservations and walk-ins welcome). Complemented by a coffee program at brunch, as well as wine, beer and aperitivi/amari at dinner. Let's eat, together.We accept walk-ins only for brunch. Dinner reservations can be booked up to 1 month in advance.

5. Solo Italiano

4.7

Exceptional(2810)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Portland

Booked 35 times today

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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6. David's Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(3935)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Portland

Booked 36 times today

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 acreative 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.

7. Magissa

4.7

Exceptional(106)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Greek • Portland

Booked 14 times today

A taverna style Greek restaurant combining traditional preparations with local ingredients to create dishes that are authentically Greek and uniquely Portland, Maine.

8. Thames Landing

4.5

Awesome(81)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Portland

Booked 9 times today

Thames Landing brings you modern New England fare—centered around seafood, local meat, and seasonal vegetables—in an airy, bright dining room and on our expansive garden patio.Menu includes appetizers like salt cod croquettes, mussels and deviled eggs, a variety of salads and entrees that range from lobster rolls and smashed burgers to lobster dinners and NY strip steaks. A private dining room remains in place and a cozy expanded outdoor seating area is now available.

A photo of The Garden Cafe, at The Portland Regency Hotel & Spa restaurant

9. The Garden Cafe, at The Portland Regency Hotel & Spa

4.4

Awesome(7)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Portland

Booked 7 times today

The Garden Café, at the Portland Regency Hotel and Spa - In the warmer months (and weather permitting), we invite you to dine al fresco across the street from the hotel at our enchanting Garden Café. Open for lunch, dinner, cocktails, or dessert, the café is framed by flowers, trees, and gentle ocean breezes; it’s a fabulous destination for catching up with friends or colleagues over delicious fare. During inclement weather we will serve inside at the Armory Lounge.

10. Evo Kitchen + Bar

4.5

Awesome(722)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Portland

Local food. Bold flavors. With a chic, energetic vibe, Evo puts an unconventional twist on tradition. Maine's micro-seasons enable our Chefs to play - they are always coming up with new dishes and dynamic ways of preparing the food you know and love. Immerse yourself in an experience at our open-concept kitchen by sitting right in the action, at the window counter, or up in our mezzanine. We require a credit card to reserve any seat. Reservations cancelled within 24hrs prior to your experience will incur a charge of $25 per person Questions please call (207)358-7830

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Emily
New York City •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Very yummy. It’s like tapas style so we did a bunch of the small plates. The wontons in chili oil and the soup dumplings stick out. The lucky bags were good too. Chili crunch on the side. They also give everyone a little flight of sauces; dumpling sauce, chili crunch oil and an apple apricot or peach sauce. Very nice staff and atmosphere.
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Lucky CheetahPrice: Expensive• Chinese• Portland
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4.7
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SteveVIP
Greater Boston •68 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Very nice dinner here, as usual everything was prepared well and our server was great!
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David's RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Portland
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4.8
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Heather
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Wonderful experience. We enjoyed the food immensely.
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Solo ItalianoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Portland
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4.7
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Eric
East Tennessee •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 25, 2025
Had great wine and food in cozy and lively spot. Highly recommend!
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FranciskaPrice: Expensive• Argentinean• Portland
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4.9

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