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Published
May 22, 2022

Dine Out Maine: Small, chickpea-sized surprises and big flavors at Nura

Four stars for the hummus and falafel bar on Portland's Monument Square, which offers superbly executed Middle Eastern staples.
Published
May 8, 2022

At Helm Oyster Bar & Bistro, flavor-driven dishes spotlight the bounty of Maine’s sea

Four stars for a beautiful restaurant where the food feels at once 'approachable and intricate.'
Published
April 24, 2022

Dine Out Maine: Despite occasional missteps, much to savor at Leeward

The Italian, pasta-centric restaurant is only getting better.
Published
April 10, 2022

Dine Out Maine: Two years after COVID-19 upended the food world, we’re reviewing restaurants again

But we may be judging them a little more gently than in the past.
Published
September 26, 2021

Dine Out Maine: An in on continued outdoor dining

As the pandemic continues, a number of Portland restaurants plan to continue outdoor seating into the fall and even winter. Here are a few favorites.
Published
August 15, 2021

Dine Out Maine: Summer sparklers to last all year

Stored memories of foods that capture sunshine on a plate will help tide our critic over through the long winter to come.
Published
August 1, 2021

Ten Maine lobster dishes you really don’t want to miss

Do not read this list when you're hungry.
Published
July 18, 2021

Dine Out Maine: The Best Policy

When the paper resumes publishing restaurant reviews, honest feedback – both positive and negative – is the way to go.
Published
July 4, 2021

Dine Out Maine: Eat the Weekend

Whether you're a visitor or a local, this food-filled fantasy weekend in Greater Portland has plenty for you.
Published
June 6, 2021

Blueberry wine, hush puppies and, yep, potato chips, were a few of his favorite things

Dine Out critic Andrew Ross tells us about some of the best things he ate and drank in May.