The Front Room

Rating Scale
Number	Description
5	Excellent
4	Very Good
3	Good
2	I am not in a rush to return
1	I will not be going back

It is owned by Harding Lee Smith

The Front Room was the first restaurant opened by chef Harding Lee Smith. Smith also operates The Grill Room and The Corner Room.

Reviews

The Front RoomThe Golden Dish (02/08/2022)
The Front RoomThe Golden Dish (12/16/2016)
The Front RoomPortland Press Herald (07/28/2016)
The Front RoomThe Golden Dish (05/20/2016)
The Front RoomDrink Up and Get Happy (10/10/2014)
The Front RoomPeter Peter Portland Eater (11/25/2013)
The Front RoomPortland Press Herald (04/11/2013)
The Front RoomBurger Meister Meister (11/08/2011)
The Front RoomMaine Sunday Telegram (11/13/2011)
The Front RoomEat Here. Go There. (05/01/2011)
The Front RoomThe Blueberry Files (12/23/2009)
The Front RoomThe Blueberry Files (04/18/2009)
The Front RoomThe Breakfast Club (03/12/2007)
The Front RoomPortland Magazine (02/01/2006)

(207) 773-3366

The Front Room 73 Congress St Portland ME 04101

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