Fore Street

This place is heaven. Reservations fill up early but do what I did - stop by when they open and grab one of their walk-in slots. Then have a drink at North Point or Portland Hunt + Alpine Club. ????

Squash ravioli and black bass were amazingly clean yet flavorful. The chicken was perfectly cooked with just the right amount of char. Chilled seafood platter was a great starter. Staff was amazing

Fore Street's market-driven, changes-daily menu is amazing, which makes for long waits . Make a reservation a day in advance, or put your name on the list right at 5, if you want to eat before 9 p.m.

Great restaurant that's a fun dining experience in Maine! Open kitchen concept with the menu changing daily. Just ask the waiters for a tip - it can be overwhelming to choose through all the options!

"Mussels & gin gimlets are fantastic here. You won't be able to get a reservation , but if you arrive 4:40 (doors at 5:00) you can usually get a seat in the lounge . Don't be shy to ask for more bread !"

We couldn't get a dinner res even weeks in advance, but we were able to walk in and order app's at the bar from a pretty extensive menu. Grilled squid , foie gras , mackerel & mussels ????????????

From the wood oven–roasted mussels to the seasonal fruit desserts , such as caramelized pear tart—and you get one of the finest restaurants not just in Portland but in the Northeast. Read more

The ambiance here is so trendy/sexy. Low lite. Staff looked sharp and attentive. Decor was that of exposed brick. Food was amazing order anything. Nice selection of beer/liquor. Old part of Maine.

Believe the hype. Our experience here was exceptional from start to finish. The food was exquisite, the service perfection. Highly recommend the wood roasted mussels and the tomato tart .

foie gras mousse from the offal trio (lamb terrine + pork creton also ????????). you'll regret it if you don't. thank me later.

The roasted mussels , pork loin , smoked and cured seafood tasting. All seasonal sides. These are great. The others are all damn very good. Incredible professional service .

The James Beard Award-winning chef was the first in Portland to incorporate ingredients from local farmers , fishermen and foragers. His rustic , seasonal menu changes daily. [Eater 18 Member]

One of the best meals I've ever had. Amazing ambience, couldn't stop watching the kitchen. Lamb was divine

Amazing farm to table restaurant . Very pure, Organic, local cuisine . Beautiful open kitchen . Nordic influences. Bit pricy though.

Lives up to expectations every time. These guys do offal really well . Pasta is fresh made . Put your name in at the bar for a shorter wait without reservations .

Amazing restaurant . Staff is super friendly . I recommend the fresh green salad , the lamb pastrami , and the Hanger Steak . The bread is unbelievable.

When you want a good fancy dinner in Portland, there's really only two options. This is one of them.

I've had the whole fish twice now and it's been fabulous both times! I also highly recommend the mussels as an app! Possibly my very favorite restaurant !

incredible food at fore street. if you don't have a reservation , wait in line around 5pm when the doors open for a same-day table. definitely worth the wait.

If you're in Portland for any amount of time, make this your first choice of places to eat. Quality is second to none which is no small feat in a city with a fantastic food scene.

Total foodie heaven. Ambiance. Service. Prep. Presentation. They amazingly cook so much more than lobster in Portland Maine! Get ur res early, it's worth the wait.

the corn and carrot soup and chilled seafood plate was probably the best opening to a meal that I've ever had

Amazing food and service! Scallops were perfect. Wine list is huge as well .

Skip the mussels , but check out the chicken liver and pork belly if it's on the menu, which changes daily.

I got the table on the corner back view to the ocean. The foods menu are changing daily. I recommend this place for sea foods lovers.

No reservations ? Jump in line before 5 PM to get one of their evening seatings. Kick back at the bar for a sipper. Watch the open kitchen work its magic. Menu changes daily with the freshershest catch

Turnspit roasted half chicken and hanger steaks are great. Bread from Standard Baking co. also amazing

The open kitchen is stunning and cozy , and Fore Street's James Beard award-winning dedication to local food is commendable. Mussels and a glass of wine at the bar are always an excellent bet.

Mussels , seafood platter , chicken

stop by early for a same-day reservation . the food is incredible so make sure you go at least once while in portland.

The chicken here is unbelievable with sourdough croutons

Every dish we tried was perfect. Fantastic charcuterie options, mouthwatering bass.

Don’t do the walk in for the restaurant- try the walk in list for the bar ! Much faster. We waited hours for a table and were too tipsy to enjoy the meal

The pork belly was delicious. Served up in a cast iron skillet with eggs and bacon .

I highly recommend Fire Street. The food is really good! This restaurant is by far one of Portland's best! I thoroughly enjoyed my dining experience here!

Best meal in Portland by far. Outstanding food and service. A must for foodies.

Fore Street was one of the first restaurants in Maine to feature an open kitchen with a wood-burning oven, grill, and turnspit and is still famous for its tight network of local food suppliers.

Had a fantastic dinner her on October 10th. Our server M.J. was wonderful! Get the mussels . Great place for foodies

Fantastic, plump mussels . Even though they're on the appetizer side of the menu, they're filling enough as an entree with a salad .

The menu changes daily, I tried the Atlantic Summer Flounder Filet...mid-atlantic, cornmeal crusted, rich lobster and Visalia onion sauce in lobster oil!

Ask for a table where you can see the kitchen and the waterfront - both excellent views . Order a dozen oysters , because you'll see none of the usual suspects here. Read more

The duck in your mouth is like a pillow fight of deliciousness between your tongue and cheek on elephant tranquilizers.

Ever changing seasonal menu , guaranteed fresh delicious choices and excellent cocktails .

The only restaurant in the City of Portland that we have never heard a bad review about. This place has been ranked in the top #100 restaurants in the U.S.A!

everything is phenomenal — get the steak & the bourbon braised chicken .

Andrew Zimmern took his father to lunch at Fore Street in Portland, Maine. Award-winning chef Sam Hayward pulls out all the stops. As seen on Bizarre Foods. Read more

If you are ever going to Portland Maine, book dinner prior to going. This place is great but also extremely popular.

Great place for special occasions . Located in the hip and trendy old port .

Incredible place! Get the mussels and anything on the menu. My trout tonight was amazing!

Smoked mussels and fish dishes are so delish. Great wine selection