We had great service. The outdoor seating is nice for the summer. The french fries are the best I have ever had. But be prepared to wait for a table because it is popular. read more

Yum! This spot was highly recommended by friends and also on every "must try" list we found for the city. So, we decided to sneak over here after a busy morning at the lighthouse with our toddler for a nice, filling lunch before a later flight home. We must've gotten lucky on a Sunday bc our wait for three people was about 15-20 minutes quoted and we spent 10 minutes walking the block to entertain our toddler, came back to check-in and our table was ready! yay! We had a great table in the corner by the window which was excellent with our toddler. Our server, Brian, was wonderful and super friendly. Menu isn't huge but, has enough stuff that should be able to please most. We chose a small fry with the daily dip which was almost like a mayo-based honey mustard dijon and was delicious, with ketchup and vinegar for dipping. Fries were crispy and delicious. We got the green salad and the Cuban to split and loved both. The sandwich was delicious and the green salad was light and refreshing with some really yummy herbs on top to include fennel which isn't usually on a salad but I loved the taste for this one, worked perfectly with the dressing. My husband ordered their house-made cherry soda and let me tell you, best cherry soda of my life! We ordered two bc I drank about half of it. They have a charming outdoor patio area with about 3-4 other tables. Charming spot - def. recommend! Wait can get super long - by the time we left they were quoting over an hour for a table since it's smaller inside and large parties can take up almost all the spaces. read more

With how much attention and praise Duckfat has gotten, I was eager to get in and try it when we found ourselves in the area. There were three of us who stopped in before heading to a concert in town. It was my boyfriend's friend who had suggested Duckfat, saying that he's been before and really likes it. It was about 6pm on a Monday night and the place was just about to capacity. We ended up waiting a few minutes and got sat at a communal table. The space looks nice, but it's definitely a bit cramped. I ordered the salted caramel milkshake and the poutine topped with a duck egg. The shake was absolutely delicious, very rich and creamy and I loved the taste of the caramel. I was very excited to try the poutine since it's the dish they're known for. The fries themselves were definitely good and I enjoyed the gravy. I wished the cheese curds were more melted and the egg yolk a little bit more runny. But the biggest thing for me is that the dish was way too salty. The people seemed friendly enough and everything came out relatively quick, but the experience felt very rushed. They very hastily dropped the check at the table before we could ask for an order of the doughnuts for dessert. That might've been for the best though, because upon looking at the check I realized how expensive it was. Duckfat wasn't by any means a bad experience. But I also didn't find it to be a particularly memorable one. With how much people hype it up, it pains me to say that I might've gotten my hopes up a little too high only to fall slightly short of the mark. read more

Duckfat - Sea Salted Duck Fat Caramel Milkshake - New American Near Me - Portland, Maine

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Amazing! Great umami and awesome service from Owen. We visited and had the Poutine with Confit Duck, Soup with Fennel and cheese sandwich croutons, and Pork Cubano to start. Everything tasted great, and service was exceptional. Once we were done with our mains, we had the Eggnog shake and Hot chocolate Donut holes. Nothing was disappointing and I would certainly have this same order again any day. Seating is comfortable, I didn't feel like I got lost in the room. Duckfat is certainly on my list to visit whenever I go to Portland, though I've been trying to try all of the exceptional restaurants in the area. read more

Duckfat was an absolute treat for my tastebuds! This is my second visit and it did not disappoint! First time around I had the duck Cesar and fries. Had to come back for more fries though! So, round 2 I got the brisket sandwich, green goddess salad, fries (of course!) and the donuts. The star of the show was the donuts with caramel sauce that had a hint of orange. Delicious! Don't sleep on the brisket sandwich, equally yummy. read more

Duckfat - Donut with caramel sauce - New American Near Me - Portland, Maine

I was told that no trip to Portland is complete without trying the fries from Duckfat. We stopped by the original location on a late Friday afternoon and got lucky that were several open seats available inside around 4:30 pm. Their inside dining room is small - we sat at the communal long table on the right side of the room. The tables outside are better for bigger parties. We each ordered one of their draft beers and a small order of the Duckfat poutine. The small was plenty for 3 people to share. The poutine was really good. That being said, this place feels overhyped. I didn't try the regular fries, but I don't think there was anything that unique about their poutine. I wouldn't wait a long time just to try their fries. read more

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Came in around 5:15pm on a Sunday. We expected to wait for a table but we got right in. Ordered the duck fat fried shishitos, large fries with the sauce flight and a wild cherry soda, lemon thyme soda and an original milk shake. The shishitos-Perfection with the curry and the Korean chili spice. French fries-wonderful flavor but mostly little small French fry bits. All the accompanying sauces were fantastic!! Cute rustic little place with stools and tables. When it gets busy, they will take your phone number and you wait till a table is available. read more

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Stop two of eating and shopping our way through Portland: we came for the fries and milkshakes!! We shared a large order of Belgian Frites with garlic mayo and Thai chili mayo. Very generous portion, two of us couldn't finish the fries. We went back and forth between which of the mayos was better, based on how much we ate out of the little cups, it was the garlic mayo, but only barely! I had the Wild Maine Blueberry & Kate's Buttermilk shake. It was very creamy and delicious, fabulous blueberry flavor, and they give you the extra that doesn't fit in the chilled glass, so another generous portion!! The atmosphere and service were great, there's a magnet board with words along the wall by the bar, so we were entertained as we worked on our fries and milkshakes!! read more

Duckfat - Belgian Frites - New American Near Me - Portland, Maine

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Y'all we had fries and cocktails. Best freaking meal ever. You say why go for fries to this tiny little bustling spot- you can't know until you try. There just aren't words. The staff were so busy and still took time to chat and explain, youd have no idea it was a line out the door rush if you didn't want through it. The cocktails were different and fresh and so yummy. Must go! read more

Duckfat - New American Near Me - Portland, Maine

Went out on on a whim and decided to try this place as it was walking distance from our hotel. Expect a wait time for a table, regardless of what day it is. We dined outdoors and it was lovely. The milkshakes and poutine are STAPLES at this restaurant. Amazing food! Great service! 10/10. read more

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Poutine and fries always a delight. Same with Brussels and wings. Recommend the walk up frites shack for a a shorter wait.

We had to stop here as everyone kept mentioning it. Cute place off path. Outdoor seating as well as inside. Ordered the Caesar salad. The salad was nothing special. I wouldn't go out of my way to order it again. The poutine fries were what we came for and they were just okay. I think they would be better if the cheese came melted. They were a little cold but the flavor was there. Service was quick and served with a smile. Beer was wonderful. We ordered the Lunch India Pale Ale and it was enough to share. read more

Duckfat - Had a few bites before we remembered to take a photo - New American Near Me - Portland, Maine

The poutine was honestly a bit disappointing, I felt like it was overhyped. The fries weren't bad but the gravy was bland and cheese curds were too sour. Good service and great milkshake though! The vanilla flavor was strong. read more

Duckfat - Poutine and sauce flight - New American Near Me - Portland, Maine

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A must do if in the area. This is a super small place with bar seating throughout. Greeted immediately by a hostess who helps manage seating. Super nice server who was attentive. We came in for the fries only and they did not disappoint. Got the truffle ketchup and the Thai sauce for dipping. These are not ordinary fries. Delicious. We didn't order food but what we saw others have looked amazing. Party next to us had milkshakes that looked pretty spectacular. Again, we just zoomed in for fries. Well worth the stop! read more

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Duckfat is a great spot for lunch in Portland. The service is friendly, the atmosphere is welcoming-- but best of all, the food is consistently good. You can't skip the fries and poutine, but their paninis are great too. I still think about a lobster and sweet corn panini I had back in 2020. read more

Duckfat - Poutine - New American Near Me - Portland, Maine

I was in Montreal a few days before coming to Maine, I went on a "poutine crawl" of sorts and tried poutine at about 5 of the so called best poutine restaurants in the city. Duckfat's poutine was better than them all and the duck confit and egg were so delicious that I wouldn't want to have poutine again without it. 5/5 stars. 3.5 stars on their clam chowder, it was almost like they adapted a chicken noodle soup recipe into a clam chowder recipe and it was no bueno. Clam chowder shouldn't taste like chicken noodle soup. There was a 45 min wait when we arrived and it seemed like the type of place that has a wait like that pretty often during the tourist season, plan accordingly. read more

Duckfat - Poutine w/ duck confit - New American Near Me - Portland, Maine

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We visited Duck Fat while on vacation in June. The restaurant is small and intimate, and very busy on a warm Saturday evening. The hostess was incredibly welcoming and accommodating despite there being a thirty minute wait. We had dinner prior to visiting, and only came for the poutine and milkshakes so we were in and out. The fries were crispy and flavorful, and the gravy was reminiscent of my mom's thanksgiving turkey gravy in the best way. The cheese curds added a nice salty garnish to an overall delicious dish. I also had the caramel duck fat milkshake to-go, which was a bit on the sweeter side but an interesting try nonetheless. Overall I would say Duck Fat is a great option if looking for a break from the local seafood restaurants. The menu is curated well, with a focus on what they do best. read more

I have been told about this place for months for a good comforting bite! Today was the day, it was cold and snowy and I was craving rib sticking comfort food. This place did not disappoint. Poutine to start and always add the duck! Omg, this is one of the bast poutines I have had. (I'm French, family from Quebec and I'm a snot about Poutine, especially being a chef ) Fries were crispy, curds were on point the gravy, oh my!! The duck confit literally melted in my mouth. I did the prime rib French dip, this was good, unfortunately not close to the poutine standards, it seemed to be more of a cheese sandwich with a hint of beef. Not knocking it, as it hit what I needed. It was really tasty so not knocking it. Just not what I was expecting, was looking for more meat and this was more cheese. I could only finish half as it was ridiculously rich. The rest will be eaten at 2am when I wake up wanting a snack!! read more

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This place is where dreams are made of, everything cooked in duck fat? I really enjoyed the poutine, it was truly decadent! Fries cooked in duck fat, then covered in 48 hour duck fat gravy, and cheese curds. And I topped it off with a fried duck egg. It definitely made me move my cheat meal to a Monday! Friendly service too! read more

Duckfat - Poutine - New American Near Me - Portland, Maine

I've been wanting to try duck fat for a long time and finally had the opportunity to do so a week ago. It's a pretty small place that holds maybe 30 to 40 people. Seating is for the most part communal, and shoulder to shoulder. I enjoy communal seating and had a great conversation with the people sitting next to me. I ordered the fries and they were amazing. The sauces that I chose were garlic mayo and horseradish mayo. Both were great. Next up was french dip. It came out panini style which I was a little bummed by. That was not mentioned on the menu. The sandwich was ok. Not worth the $25 in my humble opinion. I enjoyed Duckfat and think for me it's a one and done. read more

I met my college roommate in Portland and we stopped at duck fat for our second lunch. We got some of the Belgian hand, cut fries along with the donut holes. Both are fried in duck fat... thus the name. The large fries came with 2 dipping sauce, we selected the rotating sauce which was made of a lot of spices, including curry, our second sauce was garlic mayo. Next time I would consider the sauce flight. It is a very small restaurant and there was a wait for the table. We were able to get a table outside on the sidewalk quicker. Although the day we were there was quite chilly, our table was sheltered with an awning and plastic. Service was very pleasant and we got our order quickly. read more

Duckfat - Large Belgian Fries - New American Near Me - Portland, Maine

We came here on Friday afternoon and waited for 45 minutes to get seated. We really don't mind since we came so far and just visiting Portland for days. It is a small place but all staffs are friendly and very welcoming. We ordered green goddess salad with additional avocado, brisket sandwich, frites with truffle ketchup and garlic mayo, and brisket chili. We love all of them but the main dishes for me is the brisket chili read more

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A cozy space near the water. Had to wait a little bit to get a seat but it was well worth. The server was super friendly and helpful. The frites were the star and the sandwiches had the best bread. Will visit again if back in Portland. read more

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Amazing food with great service yet again. The poutine was the best ever, as always. The confit and egg were wonderful additions that made this rich dish even richer. The sandwiches were also very nice and well balanced, the braised chicken was very tender. Sat outside with the dog and the service was friendly and prompt, and they brought a dog bowl out for my little guy which was appreciated. The outdoor seating was very cozy, clean and still aesthetically pleasing. read more

Duckfat - Braised chicken sandwich and roasted red pepper and artichoke sandwich - New American Near Me - Portland, Maine

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BEERS AND DUCK -- Combo for the ages. A Beer Named Duck is my recommendation. PLEASE IM BEGGING get the Poutine and add the Duck Confit. Had the Caesar Salad with Duck on top and was pretty good as well. Duck Fat Salted Caramel and Blueberry Milkshakes were also a HIT for dessert. Vibe is ultra chill laid back and wish we could've spent longer here (we got in about an hour to close, but they were still super accommodating and great!) Staff was kind and helped us navigate to our AirBnb afterwards- they told us that Portland is safe to walk at night and they were right! I love this city read more

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From the moment we arrived, the service was incredibly friendly and welcoming. The food absolutely lived up to the hype--everything we had was amazing. The poutine was rich and delicious, the French dip was spot on, and the strawberry milkshake (made with fresh strawberries) was next level. The dipping sauce flight and the Brussels sprouts special were also standout items and definitely worth trying. We sat outside, and even that was a great experience thanks to the heater above our table--it made for a really comfortable outdoor dining setup. Highly recommend if you're in Portland--definitely a spot worth checking out. read more

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Friends of ours have been talking this place up for years...honestly questioning our friend's taste in food now. The fries are good- I'll give them that. The panini lacked flavor and was literally dripping water all over my plate. For the tiny amount of meat, I'm not sure why it was so watery. I couldn't put my sandwich down once I started eating bc it would have turned to mush sitting in the water. The poutine also wasn't anything special. This place was packed tight with people, it's a rushed experience and uncomfortable. OH! They also add on 3.5% to the check to help pay for the kitchen staff. The prices on the menu are already inflated, so how are they not able to pay for the kitchen staff themselves? On top of all this- it's very uncomfortable if you don't identify as a democrat. Unfortunate. Don't recommend it, there are plenty of better places to eat in Portland. read more

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The fries at duckfat are delicious! I judge most places off of their fries, so on fries and the sauce alone, I give 5 stars. We got a small and wish we got a large. The horseradish sauce was my favorite of the 5 we tried. After the fries the rest of the food was just ok: My husband got the lobster roll and he thought it was just ok. It had a decent amount of lobster but the combination of the flavors was odd and took away from the lobster. The corn did give it a nice crunch though. I had the caprese salad and it was good. The boiled chicken on top looked nasty but was decent. The dressing on my salad was very good though I liked that a lot. The pistachios added a nice crunch since the tomatoes were cooked. The place is very tiny and packed so if you don't like sharing space with strangers, this isn't for you. It doesn't bother us, so we were fine sitting with other people at our table. It is a very long wait even on weekdays so be prepared for that. read more

Duckfat - Caprese a salad with braised chicken - New American Near Me - Portland, Maine

Had a chance to try Duckfat while I was in Maine - this spot was highly recommended so of course had to come here for a late lunch. This place is on the smaller side, and it is definitely popular as we had to wait around 20-30 minutes to be seated. Once we were seated we ended up ordering: * Duckfat TNT - this sandwich was pretty fresh and for a cold sandwich not bad, however on the simple side. I think I would have preferred a warmer panini style sandwich more but this was not bad * Tomato Fennel soup - this was absolutely divine and one of the best soups I have had in the world. Really yummy and definitely would order again *Duckfat Fries - we got a large because we wanted to get an extra dip and got it with a Garlic Dip and Thai Chili Mayo. The fries were crispy and well seasoned and went really well with the dips. A must order here! Overall great experience here and would recommend this spot if you are in the area! read more

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I was quite underwhelmed with Duckfat. The fries were not crispy and tasted a bit burned. Not much seating. Beyond packed. Waited for a table on the side walk as there is nowhere else to wait. Didn't have to wait toooo long as they turn tables over quite fast. I will say the Cuban panini was very good. I do have to agree with someone else that stated there aren't many healthy options to order here. read more

Duckfat - Cuban panini - New American Near Me - Portland, Maine

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This is probably my favorite place in Portland --- and has been for years! Classic Maine comfort food, dialed all the way up. The duck fat fries are famous for a reason, and the Cuban might be one of the best sandwiches anywhere. Smoked pork, perfect balance of mustard--- like I'm hungry writing this review. Expect a wait (walk-in only), but it's worth it. The seasonal items are amazing and different. This time they had a lobster roll on a pillowy milk bun, charred corn and tomato pepper jam -- truly different but delicious. They'll text you, so you can explore nearby while you wait. We came at 9pm on a Thursday and waited just 15 minutes--timing is everything! Pro Tips Go during off-hours if you can Order the fries and Cuban--no regrets read more

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So this was the 2nd spot on our eatery frenzy! I had just eaten at a spot down the block and was ready for more. We were seated right away, cozy and shared dining table. Servers were quick and friendly. We opted for the doughnut holes, truffle duck fat fries ofc, and Oaxacan style house smoked brisket! Fried were oooooo so crispy, truffle citrus flavor came thru and we chose truffle ketchup for dipping! The doughnut holes were fresh, warm, and flavorful. It had a nice chew thru it sort of like mochi-ish. The dip was so good salted caramel house made. The brisket, juicy, tender, had a nice Smokey flavor and was easy to eat in the panini style sandwich! We also got the house made root beer! Def has initial hint of rootbear then their own flavor comes thru would get again! read more

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Fantastic food and service. The entire staff were all so friendly and accommodating! Kids loved the generous shakes.

Came here before we left Portland and I'm so glad we did, it's been on my list to try. Loved the staff and LOVED the food. We started with the poutine which was done very well and got an Arnold Palmer which wasn't too sweet. I got the braised chicken sandwich and my partner got the Cubano. Both were rich in flavor and incredibly filling. Would absolutely recommend this spot, worth the wait! read more

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Good fries and blueberry shake! Felt like we had to stop here and try them and we are glad we did! read more

Duckfat - New American Near Me - Portland, Maine

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Large Belgian duckfat frites with horseradish mayo and harissa hot honey dipping sauces $13 Homegrown Herb & Tea "After Dinner Mint" Tandem Roasters Coffee Milkshake All excellent!!! Great service and fun vibe - sit outside if you can. read more

Duckfat - Large Belgian Frites with horseradish and harissa hot honey mayo - New American Near Me - Portland, Maine

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A MUST VISIT when in Portland! The duckfat poutine is something I dream about and refuse to share with anyone else. read more

Duckfat - Poutine - New American Near Me - Portland, Maine

The food was absolutely incredible and I needed a nap afterwards! This was a recommendation when visiting Portland from a friend that used to live in the area. We ordered the poutine with duck cotnfiet. We got a larger to split between 2 but probably could have gone with the small since we also split a sandwich. The duck completely shredded and was so tender. The Cubano was also fantastic and perfectly crisp. This meal a was great but definitely not an every day kind of dining. Since it's a bit heavier I would only come here very occasionally. read more

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The Duckfat saga.. It started with the Frites Shack and ended in their sit-down location down the street. The TLDR; Good, quality is there, but its a far cry for value and for that, I wouldn't go back- overpriced and portions were tiny. I was with a group and we were trying to decide if we were going to do the sit down or not. We put our names in for a reservation and then decided to walk up the street to the Frites shack. My wife and I shared the korean fried chicken sandwich at the frites shack. This was tasty, but it didn't have breading..? It was just a thigh fried in duck fat I believe. It was hard to tell. The chicken was also dry, which is hard to do with thighs. Fast forward a bit, our reservation is ready. Our friends got a more sizable meal so we went ahead and still took the reservation. There my wife and I would split the duck Caesar salad which we both agreed, was very good- on the pricey side, but the smoked duck was exceptional and the breadcrumb topping was a nice touch. We also ordered the Oaxacan style house smoked brisket sandwich-- don't do it. It honestly was a major waste of money. No smoke flavor, almost no beef and lacked flavor. It as also tiny.. Next came the Duck Bahn Mi. This was certainly better. The pate was good and the bahn mi vegetables were nice, crisp and bright.. But again, this thing was tiny. So, we split a salad, 3 sandwiches all together and if I'm telling the truth, I was still hungry. The ratio of food to money spent hurt my soul. Can't say I would come back, especially considering how tight the space is. If you are REALLY itching to try it, just go to the frites shack. read more

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Super small place but we're able to get us in on a very hot day without too much wait. Sandwiches looked amazing but with the heat we only ordered the fries. Pretty good. And I liked the garlic aioli that it came with read more

Duckfat - Fries - New American Near Me - Portland, Maine