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Restaurant reviews

Published
August 19, 2018

Dine Out Maine: After a chaotic start, Hoxbill in Camden is starting to hit its stride

The service needs some polishing, but the view is magnificent.
Published
August 12, 2018

Dine Out Maine: There’s plenty to like at Calderwood Hall on North Haven

But inconsistent crusts mar the otherwise excellent, seasonally focused pizzas.
Published
August 7, 2018

Here are Press Herald restaurant critic Andrew Ross’s favorite restaurants in Portland – and the rest of Maine

Ross gave these restaurants four or more stars out of five.
Published
July 22, 2018

Dine Out Maine: Maine Lobster Shack’s corporate roots show – and that’s not good

Problems with execution occur in new kitchens, but there's no excuse when it comes to your most important sandwich.
Published
July 15, 2018

Dine Out Maine: Overly complicated preparations mar some dishes at Walkers Maine

The components are all there. But sometimes there are just too many of them.
Published
July 8, 2018

Dine Out Maine: There’s something good – if occasionally off-kilter – going on at The Central

The food is decent and eclectic, the friendly atmosphere is pure pleasure, and the soft tacos are a standout.
Published
July 1, 2018

Dine Out Maine: Black Cow has great drinks, creative but inconsistent ‘soda fountain food’

Keeping the menu focused is smart because diners can quickly grasp the restaurant's overarching theme.
Published
June 24, 2018

Dine Out Maine: Few standouts, but plenty of decent options at Scarborough’s first restaurant/brewery

About a year old, Nonesuch River Brewing is already part of the community
Published
June 17, 2018

Dine Out Maine: Rookies have drive to succeed on local food-truck scene

Their creative offerings show how kitchens on wheels can enhance the diversity of Portland's dining options.
Published
June 3, 2018

Dine Out Maine: Front Room’s delightful service mitigates sometimes uneven meals

More than a dozen years on, the restaurant still packs the house with lovers of meatloaf and macaroni and cheese and other comfort foods.