Bar Guide

Published
October 17, 2022

Bar Guide: Learn, sip and celebrate at these upcoming cocktail events

Mark your calendar with mixology classes, tastings and even a tarot card reading happening at bars and distilleries around southern Maine.
Published
October 3, 2022

Bar Guide: Crowd into Cabana for a Latin vibe at full volume

The tiny space on Middle Street packs in the personality with loud music, tropical decor, creative cocktails and superb snacks.
Published
September 12, 2022

Bar Guide: Forgo the to-do, and slip into Twelve for a cocktail

Reservations at the new Portland restaurant are hard to come by, but barstools are waiting.
Published
August 15, 2022

Bar Guide: Peruse Maine-made items with wine in hand at The Maker’s Galley

The Commercial Street market and cafe also serves bloody Marys at its weekly Pajama Brunches.
Published
August 1, 2022

Bar Guide: Take a peek into Portland’s private bottle club

Man & Oak opened in May and most of the 310 lockers are spoken for.
Published
July 18, 2022

Bar Guide: Regards puts its own spin on classic cocktails

The restaurant is run by former employees of Little Giant in the Congress Street space previously occupied by Emilitsa.
Published
July 4, 2022

Bar Guide: What goes into Old Port Sea Grill’s award-winning wine list

The restaurant received its first Award of Excellence from Wine Spectator.
Published
June 20, 2022

Bar Guide: Tropical cocktails come in all sizes at Paper Tiger

The new Old Port spot specializes in island-inspired drinks.
Published
June 6, 2022

Bar Guide: Portland is mixing up Pride-themed cocktails for a cause

Bars and restaurants are donating part of the sales from their drink specials to LGBTQ-friendly organizations.
Published
May 23, 2022

Bar Guide: For a more subdued option on Wharf Street, go underground to Rathskeller

The dark, cozy tavern has an impressive cocktail program and good deals on food during happy hour.