This is a must try spot in Portland that is nestled slightly away from the heart of the old port…read more It is a unique experience you will not be finding elsewhere in this city known for its bustling culinary scene. The dining room is exactly what you want when you're thinking about eating authentic german food, it's like you're sitting down in Oma's kitchen. The wall decor is eclectic and fun. Very few tables so you must reserve in advance. There is a small window where you can see the two owners cooking. We opted to bring 3 german wines to have with our meal since it is BYOB and were presented with glassware once we sat down by our very attentive waitress who answered all our questions. Complimentary rye bread with a cream cheese and sour cream spiced spread was brought to the table while we looked over the menu. A wonderful start to the meal. For our starters we went with the potato pancakes with house cured salmon and the onion and gruyère tart. The potato pancakes were my favorite out of the two, they had the most perfect pillowy texture and crisp. But the tart was a standout for the rest of the table, it had a layer in the middle of carmelized onions instead of having the onions mixed throughout! It was blowing us away. Moving onto our main we got the first three listed in the menu. The bratwurst was put simply by my other guests as "the best bratwurst i've ever had AND the best sauerkraut as well". The german potato salad was a hit as well with a great vinegar taste. Then my surprising favorite was the pork schnitzel. This was so incredibly juicy even after being pounded and fried. i loved the potato gratin that is came with, the scalloped potatoes reminded me of a dish i had as a kid. The mushroom gravy was deliciously rich. The overall dish that absolutely blew the whole table away was the beef roast. This beef was incredibly tender and cooked to perfection. The marinade was amazing and when paired with the red cabbage was such a good balance of richness and acidity. The potato dumplings were very interesting and had a great dense texture to them. I don't think i can compare this experience to anything else i've done in portland. It is truly one of a kind and i really feel like i learned so much about german cuisine. I will be back because i wont be able to stop thinking about this!

This place is like eating at your German Oma's house! The decor is eclectic and neat with cool…read morephotos and decorations. The food was not fancy but yet perfectly prepared! I recognized dishes that were similar to ones my mom made, using her mom's recipes. Our server was really attentive and helped us understand what a couple of the dishes are. We tried to eat here a few weeks ago before a concert, but missed out. This time we made sure to get a reservation. What a fantastic space!

Oh man this was good! So good it got 2 visits on our trip, and usually I always want to try a new…read moreplace but we all enjoyed it so much! This place won me over with my favorite coffee of the whole trip! That sea salt Carmel latte is what coffee dreams are made of! Omg, perfectly sweet and creamy with this nice salty kick to perfectly balance the sweetness. Like lick the cup clean! So cute inside, it's in the Canopy hotel which is beautiful btw! But anyone can come in and eat, it's busy too! Order at the counter then they bring you the food. All the food we got was great too, that corned beef hash so good! Great flavor!

go support a local business not the hilton coffee shop! shop…read moresmall!!!! $7 latte with half of an espresso shot scooped out of a tin on the counter that tasted like a cigarette ashes in whole milk !!!

Large portions, great prices, friendly staff, super close to the airport! !…read more The Reuben and the Monte Cristo were both excellent

If you're looking for one breakfast or brunch spot in Portland that lives up to the hype, The…read moreSinful Kitchen deserves a spot at the top of your list. Tucked away from the busy waterfront, it's well worth it for creative comfort food, generous portions and genuinely friendly service. The menu is packed: stuffed French toast, Eggs Benedict combinations, decadent waffles. The food is good, fresh and filling and the service is excellent. The flavors are rich without being overwhelming, and the ingredients taste fresh. It's the kind of place where narrowing your order down to one item is the hardest part. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, and they give you crayons to color. The walls are absolutely full of cool artwork -- by kids and adults alike. We all did some drawing while waiting for the order and it was so very relaxing and enjoyable. Even when the restaurant is busy, the staff keeps things moving while remaining warm and attentive. Another standout is how accommodating they are for dietary restrictions. They have extensive vegetables and gluten-free offerings. And know it can get very busy. Arriving early or making a reservation, when possible, is a smart move.

First time trying Hot Suppa in Portland and it definitely lived up to the hype. I ordered the whole…read morepork egg sandwich (without the egg) and it was absolutely delicious--perfectly cooked pork with great flavor in every bite. I also tried a bite of the biscuits and gravy at the table and they were rich, comforting, and seriously tasty. The drinks were just as impressive. The espresso martini was perfectly balanced, and even the mocktail was refreshing and well made. And our waitress was the sweetest (and honestly the prettiest!). She was so warm and friendly that I'd come back just to chat with her again. Great service, great food, great experience overall. Definitely worth a stop if you're in Portland.

We've been trying to visit Hot Suppa during our past few trips to Portland, but never really had a…read morechance to. When we finally came during the off season, we thought this would be the perfect opportunity since wait times were shorter. The wait on a Saturday afternoon was about 15-20 minutes. I will say - I had high hopes for Hot Suppa. Between my fiance and I, we ordered the waffle, side of corned beef hash, and the fried green tomatoes eggs benny. The corned beef hash here is excellent - that I do have to acknowledge. I was a bit underwhelmed by the fried green tomatoes though. The tomatoes were just okay, but the excessive hollandaise sauce really just made the whole dish waaay too heavy. It was also just messy. Service was slow & our waitress tended to disappear for long periods of time. Coffee & water refills both took a long time. Parking here is difficult but not impossible. Most spots are only for an hour or so.

We had breakfast at Friendly Toast while visiting Maine and it was one of our favorite meals of the…read moretrip. We had a large party of 9, and despite our size, the service was outstanding. Our waitress was incredibly friendly, sweet, and attentive. The food was delicious, and with nine people ordering all different items, everyone left happy. My personal favorite was the breakfast tacos--they were fantastic. The homemade jam was also a big hit at our table. What really stood out to me, though, was their homemade maple turmeric hot sauce. It was so good that I kept putting it on everything. I honestly wish they bottled and sold it because I would have bought several bottles to take home to Arizona and give as gifts to my coworkers. Great food, wonderful service, and a fun atmosphere. We would definitely come back the next time we're in Maine.

5/5 - ambiance. Absolutely love the decor and retro atmosphere. It makes for an entertaining…read moreexperience just looking around to see what's going on. 5/5 - service. The wait staff was extremely friendly and welcoming. Our waitress was attentive and made sure to check in often. 3.5/5 - food. This was difficult because of the Portland food scene being so competitive. Overall, it was just average. The homemade hot sauce has the tiniest kick, but adds good flavor. Dishes were unique but didn't come off as anything to write home about.

Try to get a spot to eat here if you can. Worth the wait…read more The Chicken potpie is a random event and if they have it I highly recommend it. Have not had a bad experience yet. Friendly staff also.

Breakfast in Maine? This place is an institution but there are long wait times beware waited 45…read moreminutes to be seated got the warf special potatoes eggs sausage and pancakes had great crispy edges my favorite Thewife got italian stallion omelette which consisted of sausage and red peppers and spinach she rated it a 6 out of 10 the hot sauce on the table tastes really good as well must try Lemonade is pretty good btw & good luck finding a spot in 1 of the lots parking is sparse

Such a cute coffee/breakfast stop!…read more Drinks: They have lots of creative drinks. I got the blueberry matcha, which was a little too milky for me and didn't have a strong matcha taste. It was alright, but I probably wouldn't get it again. I do appreciate that they have simple syrup and honey syrup out so you can adjust the sweetness to your liking. Food: Plenty of vegan options, and they even have vegan eggs available for a small upcharge. I got the habanero ham biscuit sandwich. The biscuit was flaky, with ham and cheese, and the habanero ham had a pretty good kick that really hit by the end! Good portion size and tasty. They also have donuts, smoothies, and plenty of other options, so there's something for everyone. Highly recommend!

Cute little cafe open daily for breakfast and lunch with plenty of well-marked vegan options. I…read morestopped by around 10am on a Sunday, and it was slammed--posted 35-min wait for food. I ordered the Garden Sprout ($9), a breakfast bagel sandwich with veggie sandwich, tomato, avocado, alfalfa sprouts, and vegan chive cream cheese on a choice of bagel. Luckily, it only took 20 minutes for the bagel to come out. The sausage was overcooked, to the point of being almost charred, but still tasty; the cream cheese--if it was that--seemed more like excessive butter (there was a pool of butter-like substance underneath). But other than that, the food was decent. I appreciate the vegan option, notwithstanding the aforementioned aspects that could be improved.

The service and the food was great! The staff was very friendly. They even gave us a free cinnamon…read moreroll to go. BEST cinnamon roll ever!!!! Thanks for making our day!!

Best two egg breakfast ever!!! Traditional breakfast place but so much more. Great atmosphere…read more Super friendly staff. Great music. People who work here definitely care. Oh yeah did I mention the food! Best two egg ever. Huge portions. I highly recommend this place. Best breakfast in Portland. I don't usually eat pancakes but whoa they look amazing