Category: Reviews

Feed the Monster has published a review of David’s.

Map & Menu has published a review of Eventide.

I couldn’t be happier that we finally had the chance to experience Eventide Oyster Co., and I’m looking forward to showing it off to visiting friends and family as another pearl of the Portland food scene.

Photo Credit: Map & Menu

Burger Meister Meister has published the last 3 installments from their year of weekly burger eating with reviews of The Loft, Pepperclub and Gilbert’s.

When my consciousness returned to normal I collected my thoughts and opinions on this burger and this is what I determined: This burger really surprised me. It was actually one of the juiciest burgers I’ve eaten yet and the flavor was great. It was cooked medium, as ordered, the bun was soft and substantial, and the _____ cheese was nicely melted. The burger came with generic potato chips, which was the only downside, I thought. Great job overall though, Gilbert’s, in smashing my pretenses.

Feed the Monster has published another pair of reviews from visits to Bam Bam Bakery and Eventide,

The roasted oysters arrive first and they are wickedly good.  Showing off the Asian inspiration in their preparation, they demonstrate a nice taste of the sea while also showcasing the lovely slightly spicy broth and crunch from the fried potato.

Mainely Mara has posted a survey of sparkling wine-based cocktails available at the restaurants in Longfellow Square.

And these aren’t just your standard glasses of bubbly.  Our local bars & restaurants have come up with amazing cocktail creations using bubbly as either a base or sometimes just a splash.  Either way, it takes your standard glass of champers to a whole new level – a very delicious & effervescent one!

Eat Maine has published a review of Fore Street.

One of the elements that I enjoy most about Fore Street—in addition to the chewy, soft bread from Standard Baking Company slathered in butter—is the fact that warm foie gras is perpetually found amongst the menu offerings, with an ever-changing array of accouterments. On this particular evening the foie gras is served grilled with sweet cherries, pesto, and bitter arugula, with toast points provided as a conduit for the decadent, fatty duck liver.

LA food blogger Feed the Monster continues his eating tour across Portland with reviews of Gilbert’s,

This is in and out eating (The Monster clocks in at twenty minutes total) which is perfect because you’ll want to take a walk afterward.  Luckily the beautiful city of Portland beckons.

Why go?  Bacon.

Monster rating: 3/5 Monsters

and Micucci’s.

The Monster having put away a piece of each the pizza bread and the slab is now going for a walk.  Followed by a run.  Followed by the gym.

Why go?  Gluttony.

Monster rating: 4/5 Monsters

LA food blogger Feed the Monster has published reviews of Duckfat,

So, how does a duckfat caramel shake turn out?  Absolutely exquisitely.  It’s rich without being overpowering, a touch sweet but never cloying.  It’s a grown up shake with enough going on to satisfy the kid in us all.

and Five Fifty-Five.

The pepper-crusted New England scallops with whipped fennel-potatoes, butter glazed local summer beans and organic baby carrots-vanilla emulsion makes the grade as the main course.  The freshness of the ingredients can’t be questioned.  But overall, the meal registers as nice.  As good.  As satisfying.

The Press Herald has published an Eat & Run review of Fresh Approach,

The meatloaf sandwich could not have been better. It featured two hunks of seasoned meatloaf, each sliced about a half-inch thick, and served on a chewy 12-inch sub roll with melted cheese and a touch of ketchup. My intent was to eat half and save the other half for dinner. But I plowed through all 12 inches without hesitation.

and a bar review of Spread.

The brunch drink menu was nothing short of spectacular. All the cocktails were priced at $7, and even standard drinks had a special twist. Mimosas are made with fresh squeezed orange juice, and the bar uses Stoli Jalapeno Infused Vodka and a homemade mix for the Bloody Mary. And, maybe you could try Second Marriage – Double Cross Vodka, Aperol and fresh grapefruit juice – if your Saturday night shenanigans would leave you questioning your love life.

Mister Meatball has published a list of some of his favorite spots in Portland. The list includes Eventide, Local 188, Emilitsa, Otto, Schulte & Herr and Speckled Ax.

Last year I listed a bunch of the best places to eat in Portland. A couple are no longer open (the Porthole and District), but all the others still are. This time around there are three new places that weren’t open last year, plus three others that I’d neglected to get around to.

You can’t go wrong with a single one.