Restaurant reviews

Published
November 21, 2022

Eat & Run: The Friendly Toast brings its fun, funky brunch to town

The regional chain with a retro vibe opened a Portland location last month.
Published
November 20, 2022

At Broken Arrow, 4-star food and service, but maybe turn up the lights?

The menu at the Arts District restaurant and bar changes often and offers both comfort and sophistication.
Published
November 6, 2022

Dine Out Maine: At Butcher Burger, even the signature burgers disappoint

Unfortunately, excellent fries alone cannot save a restaurant.
Published
October 9, 2022

Dine Out Maine: North Carolina barbecue? If it’s Wilson County Barbecue, bring it on!
Published
September 25, 2022

At Friends & Family, Monday is far from the worst day of the week

Pizza night at the Arts District restaurant is a 'delight,' and we're not complaining about Thursday through Sunday, either.
Published
September 11, 2022

Dine Out Maine: Inclusive, innovative approach to Asian cuisine helps Jing Yan shine

Executive Chef Bijan Eslami's thoughtful and surprising flavor combinations earn the pandemic-born Munjoy Hill restaurant four stars.
Published
September 4, 2022

Martha Stewart’s Las Vegas restaurant is a caviar-topped crowd-pleaser

The Bedford has all the glitz and comfort you would expect – and a menu to match.
Published
August 28, 2022

At Il Leone, it’s location, location, location. Then there’s that fantastic pizza

Seasonal and out-of-doors, local and Italian, Il Leone on Peaks Island gets 4 stars.
Published
August 14, 2022

Dine Out Maine: At Costa Rican-and-Caribbean-inspired Café Louis, hard work pays off (in 4½ stars)

The team at the small restaurant in South Portland's Knightville neighborhood is at the top of its game.
Published
July 31, 2022

Dine Out Maine: Missteps mar the crackling creativity at Regards

The elements are in place, but the kitchen is not firing on all cylinders.