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1. Miss Portland Diner
$$ | |A local institution (it's been here since 1949, and Portland's historic preservation department even helped restore it), Portland's beloved gem housed in a Worcester dining car is as authentic as they come. The menu's full of diner staples—lots of homemade pies, daily soups, big breakfasts, BLTs, and thick specialty milkshakes (in flavors like grasshopper and s'mores). The unusually friendly staff—when they're not swamped—will happily dole out advice on spots to visit in town. Expect crowds in the summer, accommodated by extra seating in the back, built off the car.
140 Marginal Way, Maine, 04101, USA207-210--6673Known For
- Authentic diner car history
- Friendly staff
- Creative milk shakes
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2. Rose Foods
$$ | |In opening this pitch-perfect bagel shop, chef-owner Chad Conley filled a long-neglected gap in Portland's food scene. Here you'll find spot-on New York-style bagels (made in-house every morning) with both expected and unusual add-ons, including pastrami nova, chopped liver, and whitefish salad.
428 Forest Ave., Maine, 04101, USA207-835–0991Known For
- Family-friendly, neighborhood environment
- House-cured gravlax
- General-store-style shop items including books, games, and specialty food items
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3. Standard Baking Co.
$ | |You'd be hard-pressed to find a more pitch-perfect bakery in the Pine Tree State, but you'll have to pop by early (or put in an order in advance) to get your mitts on these delectable baked goods. The perfectly airy croissants, crusty baguettes, beguiling tarts, dainty Madeleines, and creative breads incorporate locally sourced grains and are nothing short of revelations.
75 Commercial St., Maine, 04101, USA207-772–5519Known For
- Good selection of locally roasted coffees
- Amazing galettes and brioches
- Creative scones
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4. Union
$$$ | |In the Press Hotel, Union Restaurant has a sophisticated but unpretentious air that is reflected in its menu, which focuses on local ingredients, many of which are foraged and fished, or gathered from its on-site greenhouse. Most dishes are modern comfort food; breakfast and brunch are a treat: you'll find maple pain perdu served alongside smoked-salmon tartines and classic dishes like eggs Benedict.
390 Congress St., Maine, 04101, USA207-808–8700Known For
- Sustainable ingredients
- Decadent "chef's table," a multicourse meal with wine pairings of the chef's choice
- Signature truffle beef pot roast
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5. Becky's Diner
$$ | |You won't find a more local or unfussy place—or one more abuzz with conversation at 4 am—than this waterfront institution way down on the end of Commercial Street. The food is cheap, generous in proportion, and has that satisfying, old-time-diner quality. Sitting next to you at the counter or in a neighboring booth could be rubber-booted fishermen back from sea, college students soothing a hangover, or suited business folks. From the upstairs deck you can watch the working waterfront in action.
390 Commercial St., Maine, 04101, USA207-773–7070Known For
- Classic Maine diner food featuring many seafood dishes
- Very lively atmosphere commingling locals and visitors
- Parking is easy—a rarity in Portland
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6. El Rayo Taqueria
$ | |For some of the best Mexican food in town, head to this fun, hip spot where the flavors are as vibrant as the turquoise, yellow, and fuchsia decor and the guacamole and salsas are made fresh daily. Wash down achiote-seasoned fish tacos or a citrus-and-cumin-marinated chicken burrito with a lemon-hibiscus refresca (cold drink) or a house margarita.
26 Free St., Maine, 04101, USA207-780–8226Known For
- Quick bites such as grab-and-go burritos daily until 11 am
- Mexican corn on the cob with chipotle mayo and cotija
- A killer key lime pie
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7. The Holy Donut
$ | |Don't pass up a chance to try these sweet and savory, all-natural, Maine potato-based doughnuts glazed in flavors such as dark chocolate--sea salt, maple, pomegranate, triple berry, and chai, or stuffed with delicious fillings like bacon and cheddar, or ricotta. There are always new inventions, too, such as salted chocolate caramel and key lime pie.
177 Commercial St., Maine, 04102, USA207-331--5655Known For
- Long lines, but worth the wait
- Shop closes for the day once all the doughnuts are sold
- Vegan and gluten-free options are available
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