Bar Dolly

Bar Dolly reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Mandy VIP

   Portland10 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I feel great service, cocktails, and tapas. My girlfriend and I had a blast! Can’t wait to come back. 
   

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   Marvin VIP

   Portland90 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 23, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Same menu as Dolly Olive (next door), but easier to get a reservation.
   

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   Jennifer VIP

   Phoenix10 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 13, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great small spot in Portland. Service was great and the the small plates were tasty - I recommend the broccolini, meatballs, and their focaccia!
   

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   Tracy VIP

   Portland77 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 12, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Another fabulous dining experience here! Attentive and delightful staff; great food and drinks.
   

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   Tracy VIP

   Portland77 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 16, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Always a fabulous experience at Bar Dolly; wonderful food and service, capped off by the best Affogato in Portland!
   

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   Kevin

   New York City1 review

   4.0

   Dined on February 15, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   The olives and the focaccia were delicious. Overall, the mains were average with the meatballs being the standout. The the others had too much going on with thick sauces. Portions were small, but not miniscule. Dessert was outstanding. The service was excellent. The atmosphere was pleasant. The space was smallish, but the mix of bar, tables, railing and booths worked well. Overall a decent experience, but I wouldn't go back.
   

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   Maja

   Portland15 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 9, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Amazing staff, delicious food, highly recommended!
   

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   Michael

   Aberdeen2 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on February 8, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   The server payment process was not very aware. They brought the check and then the receipt to sign to the wrong person. Need continuity or just do it at the table.
   

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   Mary Mae

   Greater Boston33 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 2, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   I really enjoyed my food and dining experience! I definitely recommend eating here, but not for a quiet night out. The space is much smaller than the main restaurant and thus became really loud when it became fully packed. The herb frites, fried chicken confit, and tiramisu were all delicious. I also ate a pasta dish with short rib meat , which was tasty, too. The food here is by far one of my favorites in a long time.
   

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    Pamela

    Portland9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    This is my second time at bar Olive and I absolutely loved it. My husband and I went here for a date night and it was very special indeed.
    

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