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    Low Key

    4.4 (21 reviews)
    Closed • 4:00 pm - 11:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Deviled Eggs
    Anna S.

    Decided to stop by here for a quick drink before our dinner reservation, and I'm glad we did! It's a super cute little bar with cozy seating and small plates. I loved the interior design--such a nice atmosphere to hang out in. I went with the deviled eggs and a Shackbury cider, and both were delicious. If you're ever in the area, definitely check this spot out!

    Amaury J.

    I'm obsessed! Finally checked out Low Key, and I can already tell it's going to be one of my favorite cocktail spots in town. The vibe is exactly as advertised -- super laid-back, but the cocktails are anything but low-key. They're fantastic! We tried two of their signature cocktails, and both were impressive. What I really appreciated was the size -- not tiny at all, so I could enjoy my drink and chat without feeling like I needed to order three more just to keep up. The ambiance inside is perfect -- dimly lit with chill background music that sets a speakeasy vibe. It's such a great spot for a pre- or post-dinner drink. Plus, the service was spot on -- the bartender/waitress checked on us multiple times throughout the night. I can't wait to go back!

    Soft opening 5/9/24
    Cynthia S.

    Sister bar to Jing Yan Tavern across the street and the new addition to Munjoy Hill. No need to explain too much since Jing Yan's drink programs super solid and that's what Low Key exactly is. There's nothing low key about the quality of the drinks here. Excellent ! Small intimate place, come early since it's first serve first come basis. Service is very quick even though there's only 1 bartender made the drink. They have quite some apps/snacks/sandwiches to order. I ordered the Reuben panini with side cucumber salad that's very refreshing. Super delicious, generous with the portion and very good corned beef. For drinks I ordered 2 different drinks : the pick-me-up and low key from their signature cocktails. Completely polar opposite to each other. Pick-me-up is mezcal base, citrusy and refreshing while low key base is rum with milk, blueberry purse that taste deserty. Couldn't be more happier

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    Noah F.

    Went to this new spot for a couple drinks and loved it! The outside of the building is very welcoming and has a great look to it. And the inside is perfect for some intimate and relaxing drinks. It's a little dark but that added to it. And the service was great and fast. Everyone there is very nice! The drinks were also very tasty. The selection is limited on their menu but that didn't matter. We got the low key and the espresso martini. Both of the flavors worked very well and I would love to go back to try out some of their other cocktails. I recommend coming here to have a relaxing evening or date. Low key is a perfect name for this place. Definitely give it a try

    Espresso martini
    Megan M.

    We stopped here for late night drinks on a weekend trip recently. This cozy little spot was a perfect stop. Service was prompt and very helpful. We got the espresso martini and one of the mocktails, both drinks were delicious.

    Graham P.

    Fantastic new spot on the east side of town for some tasty and unique cocktails in a cozy space with friendly service

    Chrissy L.

    This place is such a vibe. Amazing creative drinks that actually taste good and are moderately priced AND soft serve ice cream. Music choice was on point. Love it here!

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    This place is so cool! I love the atmosphere. It's small but rad. Also, best nachos and cocktails.

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    Favorite local bar in Portland! Intimate, classy, delicious drinks and personal service. Highly recommend !

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    Beautiful place for great food, great service and a chance to hear your date's conversation. Best Panini I have ever had!

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    The Highroller Lobster - The HighRoller (captured by @a.bite.of.life)

    The Highroller Lobster

    4.3(2.4k reviews)
    0.7 mi•Old Port
    •$$
    Locally owned & operated
    Outdoor seating

    Some of the best lobster I've had in Portland. It's a very chill, retro vibe, and though seating…read moremay take a while on busy nights, you can also order takeout (and merch) from the left-side area. The restaurant is larger than it looks since there's a second seating area too. I'd recommend the Flight of mini lobster rolls (3x 2oz lobster rolls), which can be chilled or warmed. Prices are fair, at about $20 a lobster roll. Their ghee butter add another level to their lobster rolls and they don't skimp on meat! Definitely try out the Highroller and maybe get some of their iconic merch.

    When me and my friend walked up, they said a table would be an hour so we opted for take-out…read more However, the table ended up taking just 30 minutes, so if you really want a table, I would say it could be worth waiting. We ended up taking out order to a park nearby that had benches so it worked out. Me and my friend shared a flight, where it included 3 lobster rolls with 2 oz. of lobster and we chose the jalapeño mayo, lime mayo, and lobster ghee ones. My favorite one was probably the jalapeño mayo because I loved the kick, but all three were delicious. I would definitely recommend getting the flight since the rolls are smaller and you get to try the different sauces.

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    The Highroller Lobster - SO GOOD. Lobster tasted so fresh and tender. Bread was hefty and a great compliment. (Lobster Roll)

    SO GOOD. Lobster tasted so fresh and tender. Bread was hefty and a great compliment. (Lobster Roll)

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    Dry Dock

    Dry Dock

    4.3(94 reviews)
    0.7 mi•Old Port

    The husband and I dined at Dry Dock during our trip to Portland over Labor Day weekend. There was a…read moreline waiting for tables even though it was only 5:30pm on a Saturday - this place is popular. And for good reason! The food was insanely delicious!! We snagged an open spot at the bar and was immediately greeted by the one-and-only, Eddie. He was fun, kind, attentive and entertaining. We started with the caesar salad, which was good and had a nice lemony finish. I ordered the baked haddock and the hubs ordered the blackened fish sandwich. The sandwich was good but the baked haddock was a clear winner (not that it was a competition!) The baked haddock had a panko crust and smothered in a tomato wine sauce over puréed potatoes. To. Die. For! My husband isn't a huge fish lover and he basically stole my plate. He loved it - and so did I! Highly recommend. Overall, if you're in Portland, make it a point to dine at Dry Dock. P.S. don't let the wait time deter you. This place is big and they were sitting people quickly. And if you have a chance, grab a seat at the bar with Eddie. He's good people!

    Dry Dock had good seafood, but they need some serious work on their operations. If you're going to…read morehire young, be sure there's a system and adequate training to minimize the preventable mistakes. First, the food. The peel and eat shrimp was good, prepared well though the seasoning didn't add a whole lot beyond a faint bit of spiciness. The fish tacos were good; fried fish was filling and the toppings were a nice burst of acid to lighten the dish. Fries were also good. But they messed up my entree, bringing the wrong dish initially, then bringing the fish tacos with sauce smothered on top despite having been asked to keep it on the side. Not great. Poor communication between servers and the kitchen; between host stand and servers; and across the entire floor. It's a nice enough restaurant but if they can get their act together I don't see a reason to come back.

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    SoPo Seafood Market & Raw Bar - Wolfe River raw oysters

    SoPo Seafood Market & Raw Bar

    4.7(118 reviews)
    2.1 mi
    •$$

    Hands down one of the best seafood spots in Portland, especially for the price!…read more My husband and I are big seafood lovers, so we had to stop here during our trip. We started with the fish chowder since they didn't have clam chowder. This was probably the only dish that felt average to me, although my husband really enjoyed it. Everything else was a completely different story. The raw seafood was so fresh. We tried the oysters, clams, scallops, and spoons, and every bite tasted clean, fresh, and high quality. The prices were also surprisingly reasonable compared to a lot of other places serving similar seafood. For our entrees, we both went with the hot butter lobster roll. It was classic, simple, and exactly what I expected a good lobster roll to taste like. For the price, I definitely think it was worth it. The restaurant has a casual, laid back ambiance, which fits perfectly with the no frills seafood experience. It's a great spot if you're looking for something relaxed rather than fancy. Service was attentive, friendly, and overall great. If you're in Portland and craving seafood without wanting to spend a fortune, I highly recommend giving this place a try!

    OMG Great Seafood…read more Some of the best oysters. Had 5 different oysters all anywhere they come from. Awesome had raw scallops good but not as good as the oysters, My niece Liv had a sampler platter with Tuna & caviar etc... Full bar. I had a mocktail Great waitress my bad I forgot her name & Alex the shucker was also awesome. There a combination restaurant & market very busy place great for people watching. Go there now

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    SoPo Seafood Market & Raw Bar - Bar seating

    Bar seating

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    SoPo Seafood Market & Raw Bar - Deli counter menu

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    Scales - Seafood stew

    Scales

    4.3(1.3k reviews)
    0.7 mi•Old Port
    •$$$

    Seafood Stew 9/10 everything in it was so flavorful and cooked perfectly. The broth had a nice…read morebite to it a little spicy so that was a nice touch. Favorite part were the muscles Halibut was Devine. Perfect dish Oysters and clams were decent. I liked the oysters a lot more than the clams. Clams are cheaper but for a good reason I think. They have a very fishy taste as the oysters tasted fresh. 5/5 a little pricy though

    There is a scam where people get a crowd of their friends to gather around so they can attract…read moredupes to come over and see what all the excitement is about. That's what Scales was like for me, busy, loud, unpleasant, and somewhere I hope I never have to go back and experience again. Reservation or not you have to line up like sheep for slaughter. Heaven forbid anyone in your party is running late because none of you will be seated until everyone is there. Super fun!!! When we were seated, I had the server station a couple feet behind me with staff calling loudly to one another. The expensive wine they served us was bad. Should have been sent back. The lobster bisque had an unpleasant taste, was overpoweringly creamy, and what little lobster was in it was not fresh and was mushy. I can't even remember what I had for a main course (Maine course?). Unremarkable. One of the salads with blue cheese in it was okay. Some of my compatriots got the stew which is a bouillabase type dish with various shellfish and some fish in it along with a tomato base with a little kick to it. Not bad. The desserts are solid. Can't go wrong with a sundae. They also have Indian pudding which is a regional dish and interesting to try. Not sure if it needs to be renamed for current norms? Other people in our group enjoyed the meal. Lining up and standing around waiting to get into hyped up noisy places with mediocre expensive food, some of it nearly inedible in this case, is always in fashion somewhere. Have at it. I'm out.

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    Scales - Beautiful !

    Beautiful !

    Scales - Endive & Stilton Salad

    Endive & Stilton Salad

    Scales - Peach & Blueberry Cobbler

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    The Shop - bloody mary (already ate the oyster, oops)

    The Shop

    4.6(265 reviews)
    0.3 mi•East End
    •$$

    This place came recommended by multiple people, and now that I've been, I can really see why this…read moreis a must-visit in Portland. Once you are seated, you're handed a paper menu on which you mark your selections, then bring that marked-up menu to the counter, where you order and get a number. Food is brought up to you, and you can order subsequent rounds of food by crossing out previous orders and marking up the menu anew. I would highly recommend multiple rounds of oysters -- the first to try one of each and figure out which varieties you prefer, the second to get more of the ones you like, and the last to go all in on your favorite. They've got a varied selection that will suit various tastes, whether you favor a large creamy oyster, a small briny guy, or somewhere in between. All from Maine, which made me feel better about having oysters in a non-ber month. The oysters here are top notch, and the shuckers are, too. Not a single speck of shell in there! I love oysters, and this was my paradise. The non oyster items are also worth trying, so if you have a friend who isn't into oysters, there's something here for them, too. The smoked fish dip and french onion dip are awesome, and the chips they get from another local producer are fantastic. Whether you're a beer lover, a wine person, or a cocktailer, they've got something for you here. Any of those could be the perfect company for your favorite oyster, or you could go for their cucumber mint lemonade slushy, which is insanely refreshing and a great palate cleanser between oysters. Service is efficient, welcoming, and friendly. I think anyone from an oyster novice to an aficionado would feel right at home here. If I didn't live on the opposite side of the country, I'd be here all the time. Unfortunately for me, I'm relegated to pining for these oysters from a distance. If you live nearby, take advantage of your proximity and eat some oysters for me.

    5/29/26 A special note- a new dish added to the menu- the…read moreseafood cocktail- is a winner. This is the go-to dish for the partner who doesn't care for oysters- it it superlative, and I hope it remains on the offerings. The service today- especially fine. I have become, as the French would say, "an habitué"

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    The Shop - Oyster shooter

    Oyster shooter

    The Shop - From the street- plenty of parking

    From the street- plenty of parking

    The Shop - Oysters

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