This review is just for drinks. I have never at here. Right across from the state theater, super…read morefun dive bar. Drinks are cheap and lots of seating. Cool vibe with lots of things on the walls. Great for a quick drink before a concert!

This is a place you may look at and go, "Nah"...well, you'd be surprised! It's a little bar and…read moregrill, but it's pretty cozy and the food, wait staff, service and atmosphere is pretty chill and very good. Everyone there were very polite and not a hugh menu, but sometimes that's pretty cool too...choosing from a booklet of food compared to a 1 page menu can be refreshing and makes choosing something way easier. We received our food on a timely manner after ordering, even as busy as it was. Now, it is a bar, so it can get loud, but not a bother to us. We love hearing people have a good time. Life is just too short and it's great to hear people fill a room with conversations and laughter. Our food was at a very good price for the portions and very, very tasty!! Loved the onion rings with honey mustard sauce - YUM! Now we're not drinkers, so we can't say anything about the bar, but I can say, there was never an empty seat! So if you're ever on Congrees Street in Portland, Maine, stop by and check this place out.

i have been to ruski's a dozen times years ago, but haven't returned until recently. beth and sean…read morewere great and hospitable as always! they gave us a birthday shot for coming during a birthday weekend, thank you! i never tried fried haddock for breakfast but was really impressed. fresh fish, good portion of eggs, perfect homefries and toast. the french toast was could have been slightly cooked more, but everything was great overall. their joe malone is a great pregame start to the day and they have excellent mimosas! just enough: 5/5 galley breakfast: 5/5 french toast: 4/5 joe malone: 6/5 ruski's is a gem dive bar that has the perfect hangover breakfast. there's always a crowd! ambiance: 5/5 food: 5/5 drinks: 6/5 service: 5/5 ruski's tavern: 5/5

This place has been a Portland staple for as long as I can remember. The first time I came here was…read moreabout 12 years ago after a night out, and I still remember having one of the best brunches of my life. I'm almost embarrassed to admit that my second visit wasn't until just a few days ago. This place is truly special. They've kept their prices reasonable, the food is absolutely delicious, and the staff are some of the warmest, most welcoming people around. Even the customers add to the charm -- such an interesting, genuine local crowd. What an amazing neighborhood spot. I definitely won't wait another 12 years to come back.

Excellent friendly service! Grungy dive bar with decent food and drink choices- some locals and…read moresome classics. Decent choice, not sure it's super kid friendly because there was some tv on, other than that it was a low key, chill lunch with solid food.

Dive bar in downtown, all the way down to a giant Big Lebowski photo. Fish and chips were ok but…read moreyou really go there for Maine craft beers and ciders and a good selection of spirits. Fun place to spend an afternoon or evening with some friends.

You might just walk by and not know it's there. Located on Monument Square and great local…read moreestablishment. Drinks specials and a fun menu you can't go wrong. This recent visit I ordered fries and Man O Man. Yummy. Crispy on the outside and just right on the inside. I don't like under cooked fries that are too starchy. I cleaned my plate. The staff is great and because it's small, you might have to wait for a seat. Booth, table and bar seating available. Because it's downtown, parking can be a challenge. But there is a city parking garage next door. Stop by to watch a game and enjoy the atmosphere. So worth it

Came here off of a local recommendation and was not disappointed! Sat at the bar and had very…read moreattentive service by the woman behind the bar! She was super informative on the menu and helped me come to my decision of haddock corn chowder which was delicious! She also pointed me into the direction of the rest of Portland's best bars!! the music today was 80's and fun and not too loud! Overall I would absolutely come back and do recommend this to anyone looking for a locals type of off the beaten path place! The blueberry marg was also delicious !!

My husband and I were in the area and decided to try lunch here. When you walk in, you immediately…read morethink dive bar, and you're right, but that's not a bad thing! It was Blues Jam on Sunday and an older crowd of locals. Great music from several bands each playing a set. The waitstaff was friendly and helpful with drink orders and food choices. If you like cider, go for the Downeast Cider on draft - delicious and not overly sweet. Special on Sunday of $9 Bud Light pitchers. We mainly came in for lunch more so than for drinks. Another Sunday special is $.95 apiece wings. We got 8 extra crispy with the sweet chili sauce. Highly recommend! Main entree was a cheeseburger with grilled onions, mushrooms, and peppers with side of onion rings, and hubby had a Reuben with sweet potato fries. The burger was small but really good. Onion rings were crispy and not greasy. The Reuben was crisp on outside with good flavor. Although the portions weren't huge, you couldn't beat the price at $9.95 per meal. Everything is made to order by Ron in the back. If you are in a hurry for your meal and not planning to sit around and drink for the afternoon, just tell your waitress and I'm sure things will come out faster for you. Would come back again!

Lots of fun, good food, great entertainment, friendly atmosphere, good drink, dance floor is to…read moresmall and not enough seats , but still a good time

One of our new favorite places to chill and hang in Brunswick…read more Inviting spot right on Maine Street. Full bar, table service and some games, plus a couple of billiard tables. Food is great and GF options as well. Stop on in, we might be there.

We enjoyed ourselves so much the weekend before, we came back for their Father's Day bbq weekend…read more Soccer on the TV and racing for others. We learned the goose's name is Greg! And he loves selfies. Good BBQ fun drinks. Service was great. This might turn into our weekend spot. Don't forget to check out the little ping pong tables downstairs and some gaming stuff.

Rude, staff outside sitting and smoking. Definitely not the initial visit we had unfortunately just…read morenot what was expected. More staff then guests and they all could not be bothered we left

As you walk in, you start moving to the beat in the heart of Hanover Street at Bar Publica! Greeted…read moreimmediately by the bar tender and was told to feel free to sit anywhere. We came in just after opening on a Sunday and had the place to ourselves. Ordered a traditional Margarita and started our adventure. Food is solid and delicious. Very fresh tasting and many GF options. Come down and bask in the ambiance and the friendly, knowledgeable staff. Pro Tip: need to watch out, the Second floor will have a Tiki Bar experience with a different drink menu!!!

We have been to Lenny's many times, before and after the sale of the business. We have always had…read moregreat food, service and a lot of fun! The improvements to the outdoor space have made dancing more fun and the seating outside of the tent is great. The indoor space is pretty cool too, lots of music memorabilia. We recently ordered parmesan truffle fries, falafel, a salad and the special bang-bang shrimp. The falafel was delicious, served on a fluffy grilled pita finished with a great tahini lemon sauce. The garden salad was fresh and crisp with homemade vinegarette. I'm not sure if the fries are hand cut, but they tasted like it, with lots of parm. My favorite was the bang-bang shrimp, which was a special. The shrimp (both time I had it) was cooked Perfect; I am often disappointed with shrimp in restaurants because it is so easy to over cook. Then there's the music... always good! I highly recommend checking Lenny's out!

Relaxing and friendly outdoor venue. Great music and food! Had the lobster Macand cheese and…read moresteakhouse salad specials.