Category: Reviews

The Blueberry Files and Edible Obsessions met up at Po’Boys & Pickles and have published a pair of reviews of the New Orleans-style sandwich shop.

Here’s an excerpt from Edible Obsessions,

But, getting back to the here and now and the Po’ boy at hand. From the first bite of the Oyster Po’ Boy($6.95 for the regular or ‘shortie,’ as it’s called in Louisiana) I knew this is what I had missed out on. Packed with fat, spicy fried oysters, dressed with roasted red pepper mayo, lettuce and tomato, this was a perfect sandwich. I don’t believe it was served on the traditional Leidenheimer bread, instead this seemed more like Italian, but it didn’t matter.

Additionally, PortlandTown has published a set of photos from Po’Boys & Pickles.

Portland Food Coma has published a trio of winter food recommendations from Tu Casa, Saigon and Happy Teriyaki.

The one positive thing about the whole snow shoveling experience is that when I do something that burns 300 calories, I find that it’s easy to justify going out to lunch and consuming 1800.

Here are 3 things I’ve discovered to make winter a little easier on us….

It’s like a cold weather extension to the Food Coma post last March on his favorite 10 things to eat in Portland.

Portland Food Heads has published a review of Leonardo’s Pizza.

The crust is consistently crispy, the cheese is delicious and the sausage always has great flavor. The only element that doesn’t quite sit well with me is their tomato sauce. I’m not sure exactly what it is, but the only way I can describe it is that it isn’t “bright” enough. I think it needs sugar, but that’s just me.

Portland Food Heads has published a review of Leonardo’s Pizza.

The crust is consistently crispy, the cheese is delicious and the sausage always has great flavor. The only element that doesn’t quite sit well with me is their tomato sauce. I’m not sure exactly what it is, but the only way I can describe it is that it isn’t “bright” enough. I think it needs sugar, but that’s just me.

Bull Feeney’s received 3½ stars from this week’s Taste & Tell column in the Maine Sunday Telegram.

Familiarity with a certain number of Maine’s brew pubs might give you the impression that they can’t be trusted to make especially good meals. But a dinner at Bull Feeney’s will change that misapprehension.

Bull Feeney’s received 3½ stars from this week’s Taste & Tell column in the Maine Sunday Telegram.

Familiarity with a certain number of Maine’s brew pubs might give you the impression that they can’t be trusted to make especially good meals. But a dinner at Bull Feeney’s will change that misapprehension.

The Press Herald has published reviews of Rosie’s

Rosie’s is billed as the oldest pub in Portland. But don’t think it doesn’t have the freshest food.

We go often for the atmosphere and a favorite meal. It’s like a college bar for adults; just a friendly community with good service and exceptional food.

and Pearl

The sultans of swank who operate the place have the old-school chic down; the Pearl oozes finesse and skill with its smooth operating, especially for being the new kid on the block. But the ever-thirsty Portland club crowd can get its dance on in a hurry when the staff moves the luscious leather couches out of the way. So whether you want to unleash your inner Shakira after hours or enjoy a quiet cocktail in upscale environs, the Pearl brings you the kind of chic you crave.

The Press Herald has published reviews of Rosie’s

Rosie’s is billed as the oldest pub in Portland. But don’t think it doesn’t have the freshest food.

We go often for the atmosphere and a favorite meal. It’s like a college bar for adults; just a friendly community with good service and exceptional food.

and Pearl

The sultans of swank who operate the place have the old-school chic down; the Pearl oozes finesse and skill with its smooth operating, especially for being the new kid on the block. But the ever-thirsty Portland club crowd can get its dance on in a hurry when the staff moves the luscious leather couches out of the way. So whether you want to unleash your inner Shakira after hours or enjoy a quiet cocktail in upscale environs, the Pearl brings you the kind of chic you crave.

Fast on the heels of this monrning’s Press Herald profile of Kamasouptra, the Portland Phoenix has published a set of soup highlights on the menus at Brian Boru, Rosemont, Big Sky, West End Deli and Local 188.

As such, Portland is a great city for soup. We’ve discovered plenty of delicious liquid lunches (not that kind), and while this is by no means a comprehensive review of those options, it is a survey of some personal highlights. We’d love to hear your favorites.