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Franciska Wine Bar

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Franciska Wine Bar
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“Walk a few steps too far and you might completely miss this postage stamp-sized spot that swaps vintage bistro posters for commissioned artwork and uses wine crates as tabletops. Owner Alex Marchesini, who’s been wine director at the far-fancier likes of Scampo in Boston and Natalie’s in Camden,…”
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Condé Nast TravelerJul 31

15 Best Restaurants in Portland, Maine—One of the Most Exciting Places to Dine in New England

Fresh seafood, inventive pizzas, and masterfully made sushi are just a few reasons why this tiny Maine city has such an outsized reputation in the food world.

Fusion of Spanish, Italian, South American tavern dishes.

18 restaurants in this story
  • The Wayside TavernRestaurantNeighborhood go-to with inspired and ambitious dishes.
  • Fore StreetRestaurantA multi-award winning Portland, Maine, institution since 1996, Fore Street, a high-ceilinged, brick-walled, wood…
  • ScalesRestaurantLobster, Seafood, Land-food, and Raw Bar in an elegant setting on the Maine Wharf, on Portland…
  • EventideRestaurantVisit us in Portland, ME, and Boston, MA, for our world-famous Brown Butter Lobster Roll, pristine local oysters, and…
  • DuckfatRestaurantHand-cut Belgian-inspired fries, panini, gelato shakes, craft beer, housemade sodas, salads, soups, locally sourced…
  • AomoriRestaurantOffshoot from Masa Miyake, izakaya culture.
  • Bread & FriendsBakeryBuilt around a meticulous micro-bakery.
  • TipoRestaurantNeighborhood Italian spot.
  • Central ProvisionsRestaurantCo-owned by Tipo's chef-owner.
  • Franciska Wine BarRestaurantFusion of Spanish, Italian, South American tavern dishes.
  • Sur LieRestaurantCozy, comforting space with a jovial, local crowd.
  • Dry DockRestaurantContemporary spin on old-school seafood-joint fare.
  • Mr. TunaRestaurantGleaming beacon of sustainable local seafood.
  • TwelveRestaurantInventive, composed dishes with local ingredients.
  • Union at the Press HotelRestaurantFamiliar ingredients from local farms with adventurous twists.
  • The Honey PawRestaurantVibrant New England-influenced Asian dishes.
  • Woodford Food & BeverageRestaurantOde to roadside diner-era culture.
  • TerlinguaRestaurantKnown for its brisket burger.
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More restaurants in PortlandEmily’s OystersBalfour FarmSnell’s Family FarmThe Wayside TavernFore StreetScales
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