Dispatch has published a review of In’finiti.
Next up the Chicharrones with Chimichurri sauce. This was the winner of the day. Deliciously crunchy with plenty of sauce for dipping, the chicharrones are a perfect dish to enjoy with a house brew. Although the Steak and Stilton Croquette was calling my name, I went with the Chorizo and Quail Eggs instead. This Mexican style sausage is one of my favs and they did it well.
Lobster Gal has published a review of The Lobster Shack in Cape Elizabeth.
Clean, efficient, well maintained, bright, cheery outside, cozy inside and all this is on one of the best spots of real estate where lobster is served on the Maine coast. I really can’t say enough good things about the actual location and the restaurant itself. Except the lobster roll, it’s the only thing that just doesn’t measure up.
The Lobster Shack opens for the season this Saturday.
Miyake (#53) and Hugo’s (#57) are in the Opinionated About Dining 2013 list of the top 100 restaurants in the United States. Regional top 25 lists and OAD’s list of the top cheap eats destinations will come out later this year.
Last year OAD rated Miyake #54 and Hugo’s #60 in their top 100 list for the US.
The Maine Sunday Telegram has published a review of The Merry Table.
I suggest this warm, friendly space when Quebec is too far to drive. Crepe enthusiasts should love the area’s only dedicated creperie, and the Merry Table also delivers excellent French classics in a cozy and rustic space. Seasonal outdoor seating is especially inviting when the weather is good.
The Golden Dish has published a review of In’finiti.
Next to swoon over were the desserts. Pastry chef Patrick Tubbs, who’s been with some of Portland’s best restaurants, has a beautifully conceived dessert menu. My friend ordered the coconut panna cotta, richly textured and accompanied by sweet potato mousse, candied orange peel and ginger syrup.
The Blueberry Files has posted a review based on a revisit to Taco Escobarr to try the newly updated menu.
But we struggled to find any distinct flavor in the tacos. I tasted a lot of corn – corn tortillas, corn meal coating on my fish. Salt, lime, and their house bottled hot sauce never saved the dish. It’s too bad, because I thought the fish tacos were one thing that they previously had done well.
Dispatch has published a review of brunch at Gather.
Overall our group is very happy with our meals. Although the staff may feel the pressures of a new service, we can hardly tell. The atmosphere is relaxed and comfortable in the dining room and the food is delicious. I will definitely be back to gather with friends at Gather, enjoy fresh and seasonal cuisine, friendly service and a comfortable dining experience.
The Blueberry Files has published a review of Walter’s.
Having never been to Walter’s for more than drinks and appetizers, I took advantage of their Restaurant Week menu to see if I’d been missing out by failing to frequent this Portland mainstay. Unfortunately, while the meal did have some highlights, I found the experience to be underwhelming, and Walter’s did not make my list of go-to dining spots.
The Maine Sunday Telegram has published a review of LFK.
Without intending to — just because they sounded good — we ended up with three vegetarian dishes out of four total. But that itself is worthy of note. Here is a pub kitchen, of all places, and a tiny one at that, that knows how to cook meatless entrees with flair and aplomb.
But by no means is meat overlooked. The hamburger ($10) was thick, hand-formed, juicy-greasy and served with garlic mayonnaise on a dark, toasty pretzel roll from Rosemont Bakery. Excellent.
Eat Maine has published a review of Walter’s,
Even in the midst of a busy Restaurant Week, Walter’s did not disappoint. I’m impressed by the entire experience—the service, atmosphere, and creative flavor combinations. I look forward to my next visit when I can try that lobster macaroni and cheese one more time.
the Kennebec Journal has published a review of Sea Glass Restaurant based on a recent Argentine wine dinner,
We dined for two hours before we had dessert, but we didn’t notice the time flying by. The housemade dessert, grilled chocolate and olive oil cake, came with a goat cheese gelato, poached figs, Marcona almonds and fudge sauce. Yes, it was as good as it sounds.
and The Golden Dish has published a review of David’s Opus Ten.
With 8 courses to go anticipation of each dish was an adventure itself. Before we knew it we were presented with one of his glorious signature devises, butter-poached lobster. It was set atop a risotto cake in a tantalizing citrus-truffle cream. The risotto melted in your mouth along with the lobster perfumed with lemon and truffles.