David's Restaurant

Name: David's Restaurant
Address: 22 Monument Square, Portland, ME, United States, 04101
Telephone: (207) 773-4340
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7 (3924)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

22 Monument Square, Portland, ME 04101

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2 people

Jun 19, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 31 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Charming

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.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Contemporary French / American, American
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:30 am–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(207) 773-4340
Website
http://www.davidsrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
David Turin
Catering
Off premise catering is offered on a limited basis, generally for regular guests by request only. Because of this limit, every party is unique and memorable.
Private party facilities
David’s Restaurant in Portland can accommodate smaller parties in a private dining room or as many as 150 guests utilizing the entire restaurant. Choose from sit-down menus of between 3 and 9 courses off of our regular menus, or allow us to prepare a special menu just for your event.

Location
22 Monument Square, Portland, ME 04101
Neighborhood
Portland
Cross street
Preble Street
Parking details
We recommend that our guests park in the following lots:Monument Square or the Free St lot, Free St. The Elm St Garage, and the Public Market garage. Most people are able to find street parking if they drive around for a minute or two.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Chef's Table, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access

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Popular dishes

Garlic Knots$6.00
fresh, hot, and delicious
Oysters on the Half Shell$21.00
½ dz Maine oysters | torched with herb butter or pear & prosecco mignonette
Mediterranean Bruschetta$15.00
lemon sesame hummus | artichoke | red pepper | kalamata olives balsamic | za’atar
Baked Brie$16.00
double crème cheese in crispy phyllo | raspberry preserves | butter toasted almonds | roasted garlic
Crispy Vegetable Potstickers & Beef$16.50
sliced Asian marinated beef | arugula | Peking sauce | scallions | red peppers
Steamed Mussels$19.00
Gulf of Maine shellfish | chipotle & wine cream | corn
Blackened Shrimp Cocktail$14.00
Pan seared and hot | Cajun cocktail sauce | lemon
Brussel Sprouts$16.00
crispy fried sprouts | sweet soy & lime glaze | candied almond crumble
Clam Chowder
thyme | bacon | brown sugar
- Cup$6.25
- Bowl$9.75
Hand Cut Truffle Fries$7.00
with truffle ketchup
Fried Calamari$18.00
basil-balsamic | tomato | feta | hot peppers | olives
Carpaccio$18.00
caesar style | pounded natural beef tenderloin | capers | scallions arugula | parmesan | garlic knot crostini | white truffle oil

Salads

Classic Caesar$14.00
parmesan | croutons | white anchovy
Lovely Greens$16.00
locally sourced salad greens | tomato | cucumber | croutons | choice of dressing
Beets, Bacon, and Avocado$16.00
quick pickled red & yellow beets | North Country bacon | arugula gorgonzola | red onion | creamy maple mustard dressing
Wedge Salad$16.00
iceberg | blue cheese | North Country bacon lardons | scallions vine-ripened tomatoes | house buttermilk ranch or blue cheese dressing

On-A-Bun

Lobster Roll
¼ pound Maine knuckle and claw | mayo | organic little leaf romaine
Fried Cod Sandwich$21.00
Gulf of Maine cod | organic little leaf romaine | house tartar sauce
Classic Burger$21.00
half pound black angus | applewood bacon | cheddar | lettuce, tomato, onion

Entrées

BBQ Rubbed Salmon$36.00
sustainable Scottish fish | herbed crème fraîche roasted potatoes | asparagus
Herb Roasted Cod$34.00
Gulf of Maine cod | sweet corn cream | snow pea succotash | buttermilk-scallion risotto
Pepper Crusted Sushi Rare Tuna$36.00
cold sesame-peanut soba noodles | sesame asparagus | frizzled leeks | Szechuan citrus sauce
Crispy Skin Duck Breast$36.00
Hudson Valley Marget duck | tart cherry gastrique buttermilk-scallion risotto | duck fat spinach
David’s (finally famous) Meat Loaf$26.00
beef & pork | exotic mushrooms | porcini mushroom jus | mashed potato | crispy cumin onions | maple glazed carrots
Tournedos Au Poivre
pepper crusted sustainable natural beef tenderloin medallions | brandy and green peppercorn cream | garlic mashed potato
- spring vegetable medley$39.00
- add grilled shrimp & scallops$19.00
Grilled Bistro Filet$35.00
salt & pepper | sherried caramelized onions garlic mash | garlicky spinach
- add grilled shrimp & scallops$19.00
Open Faced Lobster Ravioli$39.00
lobster | day boat scallops | white tiger shrimp | fresh herbed ricotta ravioli | mixed vegetables | sherried lobster cream
Mushroom Ravioli$28.00
mixed mushrooms | leeks | shallots | Madeira cream | ricotta spinach | shaved parmesan cheese
Fettuccine alla Puttanesca$25.00
House-made pasta | kalamata & green olives | spinach | cashew “ricotta”

Pizza

The Meat$18.00
pepperoni | Italian sausage | hamburger caramelized onion | house sauce & cheese
“OMG” Cheese$18.00
house sauce | house cheese | fresh mozzarella | Italian herbs
- topped with dressed salad greens$4.00
Potato & Bacon$18.00
white pizza | creamy mashed potato | bacon | green apple parmesan | scallions | red pepper | white balsamic glaze
The Athena$18.00
tomato | garlic | Italian sausage | kalamata olives | spinach | feta | house cheese
Cajun Reggae$18.00
blackened chicken | caramelized onion | goat cheese | cilantro sweet & spicy chili | coconut milk | arugula
Margherita$18.00
EVOO | garlic | Roma tomato fresh mozzarella | basil | parmesan | herbs

What 3,924 people are saying

David's Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Maine
Healthy
Maine
Contemporary American
Greater Portland
Best Overall
Greater Portland
Best Food
Greater Portland
Best Value
Greater Portland
Good for groups
Greater Portland
Healthy
Greater Portland
Great for fine wines
Greater Portland
Romantic
Greater Portland
Good for special occasions
Greater Portland
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

David's Restaurant delivers a delightful dining experience with "fantastic food and impeccable service." Known for its "diverse menu" and "cozy ambiance," it features standout dishes like the "open faced lobster ravioli" and "almost famous meatloaf." While noise levels can be high, the overall atmosphere and "professional staff" make it a must-visit in Portland.

3,924 Reviews

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Mark
Tulsa1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food at David’s shows that a true culinary professional is on property. Great food, very innovative and great presentation. Love the ambiance. Best Old Fashion that I have had in a very long time.
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John
Greater Boston7 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Outstanding dinner - a delicious wedge salad followed by pepper-encrusted sushi-grade tuna for me and cod for my partner. Staff were attentive and provided helpful suggestions when asked. Atmosphere was great - watching passersby on Monument Square. A delightful evening. We will definitely return.
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Rich VIP
Greater Boston80 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
David’s is a great spot for dinner under any circumstances, but particularly if you are going to an event at the Merrill afterwards. They open for dinner early and it’s an easy walk to the Merrill…. No need to move the car! The service and food are always good.. the atmosphere is friendly yet professional. The
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Ericka
Central Kentucky1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was amazing - highly recommend the cod and seafood ravioli. Inside is a little loud
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Liz
Greater Boston8 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
A basic good restaurant, depending on what you order. Seafood pasta was great. Arancini balls has more cheese than rice. Not to my liking but may be yours. Dumplings were ok. Meat was undercooked but the waitress did a miraculous job getting new meat replacement in minutes. Service was the best part.
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Marti
Greater Boston4 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
My husband really enjoyed the open faced lobster ravioli. It was delicious. I enjoyed the scallops, although there were only 4. I wish there were one or two more. My daughter ordered the lobster roll and was disappointed. She was surprised to find it came on a hamburger bun. She hoped for a grilled hot dog bun. She was disappointed in the amount of lobster and said there was too much bread for the amount of lobster. On the other hand, the beet, bacon and avocado salad was splendid. I'd order that again and again. Our server was okay. All business, and not much more.
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Tim
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was fantastic! The service....impeccable.
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Sandi VIP
Greater Boston4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
David’s NEVER disappoints…excellent menu, professional staff and warm, inviting ambience…A+
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Shaun
Greater Boston6 reviews
2.0
Dined on June 7, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
$40 for a lobster roll that was on a bun. It was plain lobster, no butter, no mayo, nothing and there was not enough lobster to cover the bun....real disappointing to receive this in Maine. I hope it is not the first 'lobster roll' a tourist tries.... The steak tenderloins were burnt even though I ordered medium rare - no pink in the middle they were cooked through. They tasted like a dirty grill. Overall, very disappointed. I will not visit here again especially with the competition in the area that puts this place to shame.
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Muriel
Greater Boston3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
My guest and I had a great meal at David’s Monument Square before a show at the State Theater. Trust me: Order the meatloaf! It is absolutely out of this world. My only complaint is that we were seated next to the kitchen so the noise level was pretty high.
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FAQs

David's Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (207) 773-4340.

David's Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 3924 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 19, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 31 times today

22 Monument Square, Portland, ME 04101

Additional information

Cross street
Preble Street
Neighborhood
Portland
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:30 am–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Contemporary French / American, American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
We recommend that our guests park in the following lots:Monument Square or the Free St lot, Free St. The Elm St Garage, and the Public Market garage. Most people are able to find street parking if they drive around for a minute or two.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
David Turin
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Chef's Table, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access

Website
http://www.davidsrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(207) 773-4340
Catering
Off premise catering is offered on a limited basis, generally for regular guests by request only. Because of this limit, every party is unique and memorable.
Private party facilities
David’s Restaurant in Portland can accommodate smaller parties in a private dining room or as many as 150 guests utilizing the entire restaurant. Choose from sit-down menus of between 3 and 9 courses off of our regular menus, or allow us to prepare a special menu just for your event.

David's Restaurant

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Salmon Burger

Mushroom Ravioli

Fried Calamari

Starters

Garlic Knots$6.00

Oysters on the Half Shell$21.00

Mediterranean Bruschetta$15.00

Baked Brie$16.00

Crispy Vegetable Potstickers & Beef$16.50

Steamed Mussels$19.00

Blackened Shrimp Cocktail$14.00

Brussel Sprouts$16.00

Clam Chowder

Hand Cut Truffle Fries$7.00

Fried Calamari$18.00

Carpaccio$18.00

Salads

Classic Caesar$14.00

Lovely Greens$16.00

Beets, Bacon, and Avocado$16.00

Wedge Salad$16.00

On-A-Bun

Lobster Roll

Fried Cod Sandwich$21.00

Classic Burger$21.00

Entrées

BBQ Rubbed Salmon$36.00

Herb Roasted Cod$34.00

Pepper Crusted Sushi Rare Tuna$36.00

Crispy Skin Duck Breast$36.00

David’s (finally famous) Meat Loaf$26.00

Tournedos Au Poivre

Grilled Bistro Filet$35.00

Open Faced Lobster Ravioli$39.00

Mushroom Ravioli$28.00

Fettuccine alla Puttanesca$25.00

Pizza

The Meat$18.00

“OMG” Cheese$18.00

Potato & Bacon$18.00

The Athena$18.00

Cajun Reggae$18.00

Margherita$18.00

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