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Mandy & Matt’s Cafe in Morrill’s Corner

March 20, 2025 | Posted in Under Construction

Amanda and Matt Lebel have purchased the former Samuel’s building at 1160 Forest Ave where they plan to open Mandy & Matt’s Cafe. They’ll being doing some light renovations and when the cafe launches later this year Mandy & Matt’s will be open daily 6 am – 2 pm with lunch served 11 am – 2 pm.

As they shared in their liquor license application cover letter,

Mandy & Matt’s Café will prioritize sustainable practices and exceptional customer service. Our menu will feature a variety of classic and creative breakfast options, including home-cooked, original-style breakfast dishes, catering to a diverse range of dietary preferences. Additionally, we aim to contribute to the local economy by creating job opportunities and collaborating with nearby bakeries.

Amanda Lebel’s mother, Kathleen Geary, was the owner of Kathy & Dave’s Cafe/Maelily Ryleighs which had operated on Forest Ave 1996-2017. Mandy & Matt’s Cafe is in-part an effort to bring back to life the spirit of that establishment and serve that community. Amanda Lebel has 30 years experience working at her mother’s business and other establishments. She hopes to put all that working knowledge to good use in bringing her own business to life.

Their draft menu includes breakfast sandwiches, omelets and scrambles, pancakes, French toast, breakfast bowls, oatmeal as well as a lunch menu and a kid’s menus. Brunch cocktails and beer will be available.

Samuel’s owner Sam Minervino recently closed Samuel’s and is in the process of launching the North Deering Tavern at 1349 Washington Ave in the former Parker’s building in Allen’s Corner.

Barkada Food Truck and Restaurant

March 11, 2025March 11, 2025 | Posted in Under Construction

A new Filipino restaurant called Barkada (instagram) is under development. Chefs Nicole and Ben Bowers and business partners Margaret and Luka Dow hope to launch a Barkada food truck this summer and a Filipino fast casual restaurant with the same name this fall at 25 Pearl Street.

At the restaurant they plan to serve “authentic Filipino cuisine, offering a mix of classic dishes and modern takes” with options like lechon liempo, grilled meats, and wok-cooked specialties. The team shared that their “goal is to provide a welcoming, casual space where customers can enjoy bold, comforting Filipino flavors.” The menu on the food truck will lean into street-style, grab-and-go food like Filipino tacos and nachos which they plan to serve in Dorito bags.

Nicole and Ben Bowers will be the chefs for Barkada. Nicole Bowers is originally from the Philippines. She and Ben Bowers met while attending the Institute of Culinary Education in NY. They’ve worked in Michelin-starred restaurants including for Daniel Boulud. Prior to moving to Maine they worked as private chefs in Florida. The Dows also have a background in the hospitality industry including operating a cafe in Boston and in food distribution.

Restaurant Real Estate: March 2025

March 2, 2025March 4, 2025 | Posted in Under Construction, Real Estate

Welcome to the March 2025 edition of the Portland Food Map restaurant real estate listings sponsored by The Boulos Company—a commercial real estate brokerage that has helped Maine’s restauranteurs buy and lease restaurant spaces since 1975.

This resource gathers in one convenient place the spaces available in Portland (and a few in the surrounding area) that could be potential sites for restaurants and food producers and retailers to locate their next business. Finding the right spot is one of the crucial early challenges in launching a new business and hopefully this resource will make that step just a little bit easier.

West End/Valley/Libby Town

87 Brackett St – The 1,077 sq ft former OhNo Cafe is for lease for $2,700/month +utilities (MG). The space also includes a 825 sq ft basement area.

189 Brackett St – The 520 sq ft space that was the original location of Chocolats Passion is for lease for $1,400/month (MG). Contact Amber Dorcas (amber@redfernproperties.com) for more information.

919 Congress St – The 4,770-9,540 sq ft former Salvage BBQ building is available for $20/sq ft (MG).

270 Saint John St – A 2,714 sq ft space in Union Station Plaza is available for $17/sq ft (NNN).

211 Valley St – A 1,260 sq ft former garage and the .13 acres it is on are for sale on Valley Street for $1,300,000.

235 Vaughan St – The former Vaughan Street Variety storefront in the West End has been completely renovated. The 620 sq ft space is available for $2500/month (MG). Call (207) 650-0846 for more information.

Arts District

486 Congress St – A 2,400 sq ft former cannabis retail space is available for $22/sq ft (NNN).

511 Congress St – The 2,875 sq ft former Golden Lotus space is available for $16.50/sq ft.

554 Congress St – A 1,621 sq ft former Dunkin’ Donuts space is available for $17.04/sq ft (NNN).

555 Congress St – The 1,908 sq ft former Five Fifty-Five dining room and mezzanine are available to lease for $20/sq ft (NNN).

594 Congress St – The 2,592 sq ft space in the Upper H. H. Hay Building formerly occupied by Starbucks is available for $28/sq ft (MG).

600 Congress St – Two spots in the Schwartz Building at the corner of Congress and High Street are available. The 2,200 sq ft corner unit is listed at $23/sq ft (MG) and an 800 sq ft space facing Congress Street at $27/sq ft (MG).

649 Congress St – The 3,000 sq ft space formerly occupied by Rebel Muchies and Libations is available for $22/sq ft (MG).

77 Free St – The space previously occupied by the Free Street restaurant and bar is available. The 8,500 – 17,000 sq ft space is for lease for $5/sq ft (NNN). Call (207) 761-6500 for additional details.

133 Spring St – The 2,002 sq ft former Bao Bao restaurant space is available for $25/sq ft (MG). It includes a fully equipped kitchen, bar and dining room.

Bayside/Inner Washington

115 Cumberland Ave – The 600 sq ft former Sticky Sweet space on the corner of Cleeve Street is available for $1,750/month (MG).

52 Hanover St – 1,500 – 3,000 sq ft of retail space on the first floor of the Armature building is available for $30/sq ft (NNN). One spot in the building has been earmarked for a coffee shop.

178 Kennebec St – A 2,644 sq ft space is available in a newly constructed Bayside building for $25/sq ft (NNN).

114 Preble St – The 4,424 sq ft former Coals building is for sale for $1,475,000.

186 Washington Ave – The 7,620 sq ft Am Vets building is for sale for $1,600,000. See the listing for photos of the bar and seating area.

Old Port

0 Canal Plaza – The 1,350 sq ft former Nosh Taco building in Canal Plaza is for lease for $60/sq ft (NNN).

1 Canal Plaza – 4,284 – 14,412 sq ft of ground floor retail space will be available as part of upcoming renovations; $30/sq ft (NNN).

15 Chestnut St – The building that was home to Grace restaurant is for sale. It includes the property, business assets and all FF&E. The restaurant seats 175 and features a large circular bar on the first floor of the former church. The building has 14,358 sq ft of space. It’s for sale for $2,450,000.

185 Commercial St – A new building on Commercial Street has a 2,334 sq ft ground floor retail space that is available for $55/sq ft (NNN).

327 Commercial St – The 6,981 – 7,981 sq ft space currently occupied by Tiqa is available for lease or to buy. The lease rate is $30/sq ft (NNN). The sale price is $3,500,000.

383 Commercial St – 1,193 – 4,805 square feet of space in a newly constructed building on Commercial Street is available for $28/sq ft (NNN).

8 Exchange St – The 1,800-3,600 sq ft space formerly occupied by The Bar & Bites on lower Exchange Street is available for $60/sq ft (MG).

28 Exchange St – The 1,000 sq ft retail space formerly occupied by Gus & Ruby’s is available for $5,500/month (MG).

85 Exchange St – The space that had previously been the home of Dobra Tea is back on the market. The 1,350 sq ft space is available for $45/sq ft (MG).

201 Federal St – A 2,300 sq ft space in the new 18-story Casco building is available for $40/sq ft (MG). The building owners are seeking a business to open a market in that space.

433 Fore St – A 930 sq ft lounge space on the first floor of the Hyatt is for lease for $60/sq ft (MG).

477 Fore St – The 1,361 sq ft space formerly occupied by B + B Bakery is available for $30/sq ft (MG).

40 Free St – The 1,358 sq ft space formerly occupied by Auntie’s House is available for $27/sq ft.

127 Marginal Way – The 3,040 sq ft former All Speed bicycle shop space across the parking lot from Trader Joes is available for $35/sq ft (NNN).

100 Middle St – A 350 sq ft cafe space on first floor of an Old Port office building is available for $850/month (Gross).

115 Middle St – The 2,065 sq ft space formerly occupied by Beach Boys Cannabis is for lease for $39.75/sq ft (MG). Back in the 1970s it had been the home of Model Food Importers which retailed wine, cheese and other imported foods.

121 Middle St – A 2,482 sq ft retail spot is available for $45/sq ft (MG).

151 Middle St – the 2,741 former Anthony’s Italian Kitchen space is available.

157 Middle St – A 2,039 – 5,155 sq ft retail space is available for $27.95/sq ft (MG).

191 Middle St – The 1,500 sq ft retail space formerly occupied by Crystal Joys is for lease for $60/sq ft (MG).

5 Milk St – A 2,199 sq ft former hair salon is available for $28/sq ft (NNN).

15 Monument Square – The 1,000 sq ft former Sisters Gourmet Deli space is available to lease for $30/sq ft (NNN).

28 Monument Square – The building owner is seeking someone to lease the Public Market House and develop the food hall as an incubator space for new food businesses. The 8,064 sq ft space spans the 1st and 2nd floors and has a commercial kitchen in the basement. The well-loved Jamaican restaurant Yardie Ting already occupies part of the first floor with the remainder of the building vacant and already built out with kitchen infrastructure needed for new businesses. 28 Monument Square is listed at $12/sq ft (NNN). For more information on the building and its history see this post on instagram.

25 Pearl St – The 1,689 sq ft former Subway space available for $30/sq ft (MG).

66 Pearl St – The 5,796 sq ft space that was the former home of Bull Moose is available for $15.75/sq ft (MG).

3 Spring St – The space formerly occupied by Stage Cannabis is for lease; 2,000 sq ft for $15.50/sq ft (NNN).

54 York St – A 1,605 sq ft space is available for $30/sq ft (MG). It’s located in the same building as the new Weldon Hotel at the corner of York and Maple Streets.

Old Port Bar – An undisclosed 1,160/sq ft bar/restaurant in the Old Port is for sale for $175,000.

Outer Forest Ave Area

49 Dartmouth St – A 1,310 sq ft retail space adjacent to Bow Street Beverage is available for $21.98/sq ft.

546 Deering St – The 2,198 sq ft former Dunkin Donut building in Woodfords Corner is for lease for $35/sq ft (NNN).

332 Forest Ave – A 1,962 sq ft space in a building at the corner of Bedford Street and Forest Ave is available for $16/sq ft (NNN).

448 Forest Ave – The 1,675 sq ft former Pizza Joint space is available for $25/sq ft (NNN).

503 – 509 Forest Ave – When renovations are completed this year, this building will have 1,268 – 6,313 sq ft of space available for $10-15/sq ft (NNN). See this feature article for more information.

629 Forest Ave – A 575 sq ft retail space near Woodfords Corner is available for $950/month (MG).

634 Forest Ave – the 1,364 former Sissle & Daughters wine bar/cafe is for $3,000/month (NNN). The property includes 13 parking spots and a fully built out kitchen and cafe space.

1871 Forest Ave – The former Tortilla Flats is for sale. The 8,771 sq ft building is on 3.43 acres of property and is listed for $1,750,000.

631 Stevens Ave – The 1,000 sq ft cafe space inside the Stevens Square Community Center is for lease.

Elsewhere in Portland

1041 Brighton Ave – 1,815-4,711 sq ft of retail space off Brighton Ave is available for $15-18/sq ft (NNN).

239 Congress St – The 780 sq ft space formerly occupied by Tiny Tims is available for $2,500/month (Absolute Gross). It’s nearby Cocktail Mary, The End of Portland bar, Quanto Basta and LB Kitchen.

550 Washington Ave – 2,000 – 2,400 sq ft of the former Botto’s bakery is available to lease for $18/sq ft (NNN).

Northgate Shopping Center – 1,700 sq ft of space is available.

Westgate Shopping Center – Three spaces are for lease 1,440, 3,800 and 5,000 sq ft. The lease rates are negotiable and the property owner has a strong interest in finding a restaurant tenant for the shopping plaza.

Other Spaces – Some vacated restaurant spaces haven’t yet been formerly listed for by the owner. Check the closing announcements for insights on where those opportunities may be.

South Portland

740 Broadway, South Portland – The 1,200 sq ft former Two Fat Cats space is available for $2,494/month. Contact info@twofatcatsbakery.com for more information.

448 Cottage Rd, South Portland – The 4,433 sq ft former Elsmere BBQ is for sale for $1,395,000. The property includes a fenced in outdoor patio and seating area, a warehouse portion with drive-in door, and on site parking.

449 Main St, South Portland – The former Rudy’s Diner and an adjacent home are for sale for $849,000.

60 Ocean St, South Portland – The restaurant space currently that had been occupied by Taco Trio is for lease. The 6,006 sq ft space is available for $16.98/sq ft (NNN). Taco Trio is returning to their original location at 119 Ocean Street in early 2025.

145 Ocean St, South Portland – The ~1,000 sq ft former BenReuben’s space in South Portland is available for $3,000/month (MG). Contact Josh at (207) 408-3879 for more information.

171 Ocean St, South Portland – A 707 sq ft commercial kitchen is available to lease for $1,200 per month.

239 Ocean St, South Portland – The 1,621 sq ft former Pizza Joint building in South Portland is for sale for $795,000.

Elevation Burger, South Portland – The business franchise, infrastructure, equipment and lease for 2,600 sq ft space are for sale for $250,000. Call (207) 838-2274 for more information.

Elsewhere in Maine

100 Larrabee Rd, Westbrook – The owners of Phoever are looking for someone to takeover their space when they move to a new location. They’ll be moving to 1227 Congress Street by this summer.

The Downs – A 2,019 sq ft restaurant space is for sale in The Downs a 577-acre mixed use development in Scarborough.

881 Route 1, Yarmouth – Shared kitchen space formerly utilized by MaineFlavor before they moved to the West End is available.

60 Mile Rd, Wells – The former Varano’s Restaurant building and a 2 bed room apartment are for sale for $1,895,000. See this instagram article for additional information on the building and the neighborhood.

Billy’s Chowder House – Both the building and business of Billy’s Chowder House in Wells is for sale. The ~200 seat restaurant comes with a 62-car parking lot and sits on Mile Road which connects Route 1 with Wells Beach. See this instagram article for additional information on the building and the neighborhood.

111 Bath Rd, Brunswick – The Fat Boy Drive-In business and property is for sale for $825,000. Fat Boy has been in business since 1955.

42 Maine St, Brunswick –The 1,220 sq ft space formerly occupied by the Great Impasta is now available for $3,500/month (NNN). The Great Impasta is in the process of moving to 11 Pleasant Street.

94 Maine St, Brunswick – The 550 sq ft basement tasting room space for Crooked Keg Brewing is available.

Bayley’s Seafood, Scarborough – This 3,018 sq ft turnkey seafood restaurant is available to lease for $24/sq ft.

Glossary

MG – Modified Gross which indicates that the operating expenses (taxes, insurance, maintenance, etc.) for the property are included in the lease rate. The tenant would pay its own utilities, which sometimes includes heat.

NNN – Triple Net which indicates that operating expenses are not included in the lease rate, and the tenant will pay them separately. They are often referred to as CAM (Common Area Maintenance) charges and taxes, which are expressed as $/sf. The tenant is also responsible for utilities.

Gross – Gross indicates all expenses including utilities are included in the lease rate. The tenant would be responsible for phone and internet access, as well as interior janitorial.

NuMarket Campaign for Benny’s

February 26, 2025 | Posted in Under Construction

Ramona’s owner Josh Sobel has launched an $80k NuMarket to help fund the launch of his new restaurant Benny’s.

We’ll be serving lunch and dinner in Portland’s Arts District, a neighborhood we are proud to be part of. But we need a little help, so we’re turning to you, our loyal guests, to help us open our doors and fund what’s ahead (and we promise, it’s going to be really, really good). Your support in this campaign will help cover startup costs, including leasehold improvements, kitchen equipment, initial inventory, marketing expenses, and working capital. In return, you’ll receive 120% in credits to use once we open. That means a $100 contribution now and gets you $120 in credits that don’t expire to spend at Benny’s toward food, drinks, merch and more.

Benny’s is expected to be ” a nostalgic take on classic Italian-American comfort food” which Sobel hopes will be a “go-to spot for lunch breaks and your favorite hangout for dinner.” He expects to launch Benny’s sometime in April.

Franciska at 111 Middle Street

February 24, 2025 | Posted in Under Construction

Alex Marchesini has leased 111 Middle Street where he plans to open a 20-seat wine bar called Franciska (website, instagram). The space is under renovation and Marchesini hopes to launch the business in early April.

The wine program at Franciska will highlight small producers from Argentina. Marchesini plans to showcase the diversity of Argentinian wines beyond the Malbec grape varietal that the country is best known for. He shared that his goal is to offer an “innovative selection that surprises and delights [with] a fresh perspective on South American wines.” The wine list will also include some American wines as well as Old World wines from Italy, Spain, and France.

The menu is still under development. It will feature Argentine Bodegón-style cuisine which often includes options like Spanish tortilla made with potatoes and onions, gnocchi, a schnitzel like dish called milanesa, picadas, and desserts like flan and soft cheese with membrilllo.

Franciska is a wine bar dedicated to Argentine Bodegón cuisine, a culinary tradition deeply rooted in Spanish and Italian influences brought by immigrants to Buenos Aires at the turn of the century. In our intimate 20-seat space in Portland’s Old Port, we bring people together over thoughtfully crafted dishes made with New England-sourced ingredients and house-made specialties. Our mission is to create a warm, welcoming space where good food, good wine, and good company come together.

Marchesini has worked in the industry for many years, initially as a wine professional and then as a restauranteur and hospitality consultant. In Portland, Oregon, he co-founded Arden and Thelonius Wines. In California, he was a partner at Varro in Venice alongside Bill Chait and chef Leo Lanussol, and in Los Angeles he was a partner in the launch of The Hideout. In Maine he’s worked as a consultant at the Camden Harbour Inn, a Relais & Châteaux property in the Midcoast.

111 Middle Street was most recently occupied by Cabana which closed in late 2023. The building has been home to a number of notable establishments like Piccolo, Bresca and, in the 1980s, The Vinyard.

Reservation for Franciska are available on OpenTable.

Silver Street by Taj

February 21, 2025 | Posted in Under Construction

Taj’s owner and bar manager, Sai Guntaka and Jim Baldi, have leased the former North Point space in the Old Port where they plan to open Silver Street by Taj (instagram) this spring.

The ~40-seat cocktail bar will serve a range of cocktails as well as wine, and local draft beer including the Sai Lager produced in collaboration with Oxbow Brewing Company. Cody Brann will be head bartender and will developing the beverage menu.

The food menu is still under development but expected to include some popular dishes from the Taj menu like their samosas as well as egg rolls, tacos, and cheese boards. Desserts such as creme brullee and chocolate mousse will round the menu. Customers looking for the full Taj menu and takeout will find their needs met at the South Portland restaurant.

The 1,000 sq ft space is under renovation and will have a touch of the look from the Taj restaurant design in a more casual overall feel. Guntaka shared that their aim is to create a moderately priced hangout spot for locals and people who work in the Old Port.

Guntaka and Baldi plan to use a portion of the profit from the Silver Street bar to fund Taj’s ongoing efforts to feed people in need.

Phoever Moving to Portland

February 18, 2025February 18, 2025 | Posted in Under Construction

PhoEver Maine (website, facebook, instagram) has purchased the former Ananaia’s building on Congress Street. The Huynh family plans to renovate the 4,000 sq ft building and move their Vietnamese restaurant to there from its current space on Larrabee Road in Westbrook. They hope to open the new restaurant by summer.

The Huynhs launched the PhoEver in 2013. The menu includes banh mi sandwiches, appetizers like spring rolls, beef skewers and shrimp toast, rice and noodle dishes, salads and, of course, several versions of pho. Several of the menu items reference names of famous Mainers like a pair of Margaret Chase Smith Soups (wonton soup and crab egg drop soup) or the George Mitchell rice plates. The new location will serve a similar menu along with some additional new items.

The lease, space and equipment for the restaurant in Westbrook is for sale for $125,000. Anyone interested can contact Jen Hunynh at (207) 807-6178 for more information or for a tour of the property.

Anania’s owners Ed and Barbara Anania shared their plans to retire and sell the building late last year. The Anania family had operated markets in Portland since 1963.

Za Coming to Preble Street

February 4, 2025February 4, 2025 | Posted in Under Construction

Jessica and Brandon Tenney, the owners of Truckin Pizza, are taking over the former Slab Sicilian Street Food spot on Preble Street where they plan to open a new restaurant called Za (instagram).

The restaurant will serve pizza by the slice and as whole pies as well as sandwiches, salads, sides, appetizers and desserts. Their What the Dill Pizza is topped with house-made ranch and sour pickles, fresh dill, potato chips, red onion and mozzarella. A popular item from their salad list is a Roasted Beet Salad made with blueberries, goat cheese, pomegranate molasses, vinaigrette, basil, watercress and pickled onions.

The bar menu will offer wine, local draft beers, cocktails on tap from local distilleries, signature cocktails and spirits from Wild Bevy Distilling in Wells. The Za bar menu will also feature house-made non-alcoholic cocktails, local sodas, and sparkling water.

The Tenneys both hail from Maine. Brandon Tenney is a Culinary Institute of America graduate and worked in NYC before moving back to Maine. Jessica Tenney has worked in restaurants and in wedding and event planning. They each have 25 years of experience in the restaurant and event industries.

This is a dream come true for Brandon and I. This opportunity came and we just knew we couldn’t pass it up. It feels like a full circle moment for us after spending over two decades each working in the restaurant and event space in and around Portland. We are so grateful for all the love and support we have received with Truckin’ Pizza. Everyone kept asking if we had a brick and mortar and where they could find more of our food in Portland that it just seemed like the natural next step.

The Tenneys launched Truckin Pizza in 2022. In addition to providing catering for weddings and other events, Truckin Pizza also operates a food truck at Wild Bevy where they serve dishes like poutine, Tuscan artichoke salad and mac and cheese.

They hope to open Za for business this spring, and plan to use the large outdoor space to host live music and other events during the warmer months.

Restaurant Real Estate: February 2025

February 2, 2025February 3, 2025 | Posted in Under Construction, Real Estate

Welcome to the February 2025 edition of the Portland Food Map restaurant real estate listings sponsored by The Boulos Company—a commercial real estate brokerage that has helped Maine’s restauranteurs buy and lease restaurant spaces since 1975.

West End/Valley/Libby Town

87 Brackett St – the 1,077 sq ft former OhNo Cafe is for lease for $2,700/month +utilities (MG). The space also includes a 825 sq ft basement area. It is available as of February 1, 2025.

919 Congress St – the 9,540 sq ft former Salvage BBQ building is available for $20/sq ft (MG).

270 Saint John St – a 2,714 sq ft space in Union Station Plaza is available for $17/sq ft (NNN).

211 Valley St – a 1,260 sq ft former garage and the .13 acres it is on are for sale on Valley Street for $1,300,000.

235 Vaughan St – the former Vaughan Street Variety storefront in the West End has been completely renovated. The 620 sq ft space is available for $2500/month (MG). Call (207) 650-0846 for more information.

Arts District

486 Congress St – this 2,400 sq ft former cannabis retail space is available for $22/sq ft (NNN).

511 Congress St – the 2,875 sq ft former Golden Lotus space is available for $16.50/sq ft.

554 Congress St – 1,621 sq ft former Dunkin’ Donuts space for $17.04/sq ft (NNN).

555 Congress St – the 1,908 sq ft former Five Fifty-Five dining room and mezzanine are available to lease for $20/sq ft (NNN).

594 Congress St – the 2,592 sq ft space in the Upper H. H. Hay Building formerly occupied by Starbucks is available for $28/sq ft (MG).

602 Congress St – The ~1,500 sq ft ground floor space at the corner of High and Congress is available to lease. For more info contact Joe Atwood at (207) 899-7373.

77 Free St – the space previously occupied by the Free Street restaurant and bar is available. The 8,500 – 17,000 sq ft space is for lease for $5/sq ft (NNN). Call (207) 761-6500 for additional details.

133 Spring St – the 2,002 sq ft former Bao Bao restaurant space is available for $25/sq ft (MG). It includes a fully equipped kitchen, bar and dining room.

Bayside/Inner Washington

115 Cumberland Ave – this 600 sq ft space on the corner of Cleeve Street is available for $1,750/month (MG).

178 Kennebec St – a 2,644 sq ft of space is available in a newly constructed Bayside building for $25/sq ft (NNN).

114 Preble St – The 4,424 sq ft former Coals building is for sale for $1,475,000.

186 Washington Ave – the 7,620 sq ft Am Vets building is for sale for $1,600,000. See the listing for photos of the bar and seating area.

Old Port

0 Canal Plaza – the 1,350 sq ft former Nosh Taco building in Canal Plaza is for lease for $60/sq ft (NNN).

1 Canal Plaza – 4,284 – 14,412 sq ft of ground floor retail space will be available as part of upcoming renovations; $30/sq ft (NNN).

15 Chestnut St – the building that was home to Grace restaurant is for sale. It includes the property, business assets and all FF&E. The restaurant seats 175 and features a large circular bar on the first floor of the former church. The building has 14,358 sq ft of space. It’s for sale for $2,595,000.

185 Commercial St – a new building on Commercial Street has a 2,334 sq ft ground floor retail space that is available for $55/sq ft (NNN).

327 Commercial St – the 6,981 – 7,981 sq ft space currently occupied by Tiqa is available for lease or to buy. The lease rate is $30/sq ft (NNN). The sale price is $3,500,000.

383 Commercial St – 1,193 – 4,805 square feet of space in a newly constructed building on Commercial Street is available for $28/sq ft (NNN).

8 Exchange St – 1,800-3,600 sq ft of space formerly occupied by The Bar & Bites on lower Exchange Street is available for $60/sq ft (MG).

85 Exchange St – The space that had previously been the home of Dobra Tea is back on the market. The 1,350 sq ft space is available for $45/sq ft (MG).

201 Federal St – a 2,300 sq ft space in the new 18-story Casco building is available for $40/sq ft (MG). The building owners are seeking a business to open a market in that space.

433 Fore St – a 930 sq ft space on the first floor of the Hyatt is for lease for $60/sq ft (MG).

477 Fore St – the 1,361 sq ft space formerly occupied by B + B Bakery is available for $30/sq ft (MG).

127 Marginal Way – the 3,040 sq ft former All Speed bicycle shop space across the parking lot from Trader Joes is available for $35/sq ft (NNN).

100 Middle St – a 350 sq ft cafe space on first floor of an Old Port office building is available for $850/month (Gross).

115 Middle St – the 2,065 sq ft space formerly occupied by Beach Boys Cannabis is for lease for $39.75/sq ft (MG). Back in the 1970s it had been the home of Model Food Importers which retailed wine, cheese and other imported foods.

121 Middle St – a 2,482 sq ft retail spot is available for $45/sq ft (MG).

157 Middle St – 2,039 – 5,155 sq ft of retail space is available for $27.95/sq ft (MG).

191 Middle St – 1,500 sq ft of retail space formerly occupied by Crystal Joys is for lease for $60/sq ft (MG).

5 Milk St – this 2,199 sq ft former hair salon is available for $28/sq ft (NNN).

15 Monument Square – the 1,000 sq ft former Sisters Gourmet Deli space is available to lease for $30/sq ft (NNN).

28 Monument Square – a number of spots on the first and second floors of the Public Market House are available.

25 Pearl St – 1,689 sq ft former Subway space available for $30/sq ft (MG).

66 Pearl St – the 5,796 sq ft space that was the former home of Bull Moose is available for $15.75/sq ft (MG).

3 Spring St – the space formerly occupied by Stage Cannabis is for lease; 2,000 sq ft for $15.50/sq ft (NNN).

54 York St – a 1,605 sq ft space is available for $30/sq ft (MG). It’s located in the same building as the new Weldon Hotel at the corner of York and Maple Streets.

Old Port Bar – an undisclosed 1,160/sq ft bar/restaurant in the Old Port is for sale for $175,000.

Outer Forest Ave

546 Deering St – the 2,198 sq ft former Dunkin Donut building in Woodfords Corner is for lease for $35/sq ft (NNN).

332 Forest Ave – a 1,962 sq ft space in a building at the corner of Bedford Street and Forest Ave is available for $16/sq ft (NNN).

1871 Forest Ave – the former Tortilla Flats is for sale. The 8,771 sq ft building is on 3.43 acres of property and is listed for $1,750,000.

631 Stevens Ave – the 1,000 sq ft cafe space inside the Stevens Square Community Center is for lease.

Elsewhere in Portland

239 Congress St –the 780 sq ft space formerly occupied by Tiny Tims is available for $2,500/month (Absolute Gross). It’s nearby Cocktail Mary, The End of Portland, Quanto Basta and LB Kitchen.

550 Washington Ave – 2,000 – 2,400 sq ft of the former Botto’s bakery is available to lease for $18/sq ft (NNN).

Northgate Shopping Center – 1,500 to 2,000 sq ft of space is available.

Westgate Shopping Center – three spaces are for lease 1,440, 3,800 and 5,000 sq ft. The lease rates are negotiable and the property owner has a strong interest in finding a restaurant tenant for the shopping plaza.

Other Spaces – some vacated restaurant spaces haven’t yet been formerly listed for by the owner. Check the closing announcements for insights on where those opportunities may be.

South Portland

740 Broadway, South Portland – the 1,200 sq ft former Two Fat Cats space is available for $2,494/month. Contact info@twofatcatsbakery.com for more information.

449 Main St, South Portland – The former Rudy’s Diner and an adjacent home are for sale for $849,000.

60 Ocean St, South Portland – The restaurant space currently occupied by Taco Trio is for lease. The 6,006 sq ft space is available for $16.98/sq ft (NNN). Taco Trio is returning to their original location at 119 Ocean Street in early 2025.

145 Ocean St, South Portland – The ~1,000 sq ft former BenReuben’s space in South Portland is available for $3,000/month (MG). Contact Josh at (207) 408-3879 for more information.

239 Ocean St, South Portland – the 1,621 sq ft former Pizza Joint building in South Portland is for sale for $795,000.

Elevation Burger, South Portland – the business franchise, infrastructure, equipment and lease for 2,600 sq ft space are for sale for $250,000. Call (207) 838-2274 for more information.

Elsewhere in Maine

100 Larrabee Rd, Westbrook – the owners of Phoever are looking for someone to takeover their space when they move to a new location.

The Downs – A 2,019 sq ft restaurant space is for sale in The Downs a 577-acre mixed use development in Scarborough.

881 Route 1, Yarmouth – Shared kitchen space formerly utilized by MaineFlavor before they moved to the West End is available.

188 Lincoln St, Lewiston – This 2,371 – 5,554 sq ft former fire station has been renovated for use as a retail/restaurant space. It’s listed at $5-14/sq ft (NNN). See this instagram article for additional information on the building and the neighborhood.

111 Bath Rd, Brunswick – The Fat Boy Drive-In business and property is for sale for $825,000. Fat Boy has been in business since 1955.

42 Maine St, Brunswick –the 1,220 sq ft space formerly occupied by the Great Impasta is now available for $3,500/month (NNN).

94 Maine St, Brunswick – the 550 sq ft basement tasting room space for Crooked Keg Brewing is available.

Bayley’s Seafood, Scarborough – This 3,018 sq ft turnkey seafood restaurant is available to lease for $24/sq ft.

1200 Portland Rd, Arundel – An undisclosed turnkey 9,938 sq ft restaurant is for sale for $2,500,000.

Glossary

Gross – Gross indicates all expenses including utilities are included in the lease rate. The tenant would be responsible for phone and internet access, as well as interior janitorial.

New Owners of Hot Suppa

February 1, 2025 | Posted in Under Construction

The Bangor Daily News has a report on the change in ownership at Hot Suppa. Founders Moses and Alec Sabina have sold the restaurant they founded in 2006 to two members of their staff Amber Nachreiner and husband Cameron Rodrigues.

Both under 40, Rodrigues grew up in York and Nachreiner hails from southern California. They have decades of experience in restaurants and met while working in one at Lake Tahoe. The couple moved to Falmouth in 2022, and Nachreiner began working the front of house at Hot Suppa! around the same time. Rodrigues was the assistant bar manager at Central Provisions before moving to Hot Suppa! to train in the kitchen under Moses Sabina.

Rodrigues said he and Nachreiner have no plans to monkey with the menu or vibe at Hot Suppa! They know a good thing when they see one.

Category: Under Construction